Today
in Bloomington
Sunday, January 18th, 2026
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Infinitesimal, an innovative opera blending traditional performance with modern audio clips from scientific interviews, debuted its first concert preview Friday night at Auer Hall (within IU Auditorium) and will have its official New York City premiere on March 28 with a larger tour planned. Indiana Daily Student
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Photos from Indiana University (IU) Hoosiers Media Day on Jan. 17 in Miami show coaches and players including Bryant Haines and Riley Nowakowski talking with reporters before the CFP National Championship on Jan. 16. The gallery captures numerous interactions as teams prepared for the major game. The Bloomingtonian
- ➤ Indiana football appears set for an NFL Draft record as quarterback Fernando Mendoza is expected to be the first overall pick and other players may declare early — safety Amare Ferrell will stay next season — as the team prepares for Monday’s championship game against Miami. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana football backup quarterback Alberto Mendoza plans to compete for the starting role next season in Bloomington (Fernando Mendoza is expected to enter the NFL draft) as new signing Josh Hoover adds fresh competition on offense. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Bloomington South’s boys and girls competed at the Counsilman Classic on Saturday, Jan. 17, with the girls setting a record by scoring 144 points and the boys winning 125 despite missing key swimmers amid illness concerns. Both teams now prepare for the upcoming sectionals. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti said he is not pursuing NFL coaching because he prefers college football. His team is 26-2 after two seasons and now has a chance to win a national title when it faces Miami. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ A sports columnist predicts Indiana football will win the national championship, citing a strong running game and effective defense ahead of Monday night's playoff matchup with Miami. He notes the team’s success in close games (including wins over Alabama and Oregon) as a key factor in their anticipated victory. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana men’s basketball scored a season-low 57 points in a 74-57 loss to Iowa after fatigue and turnovers slowed the game—Coach Darian DeVries stressed the need for improved movement in later minutes. Indiana Daily Student
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Dylan Ryan Performance
6:30-9:30 a.m. — The Orbit Room — $13.60 — Enjoy a morning filled with live music from the Benton / Myers / Garber Trio and Dylan Ryan.
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Ben Cartha Fowler Project & Sam Finley Trio
6:30-10 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $17 — Experience a lively jazz double feature with local talent and enjoy food and drink.
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Falun Dafa Meditation Workshop
5-6:30 p.m. — Indiana Memorial Union — Free entry — Discover the peaceful practices of Falun Dafa through meditation and exercises.
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Umphrey's McGee Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Bluebird — $86-$144 — Enjoy an electrifying evening with live music from Umphrey's McGee at a popular local venue.
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Dakota Curtis & The Dark / Dandelioness / Paul Bertsch Band
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $13.60 — Celebrate new music releases from three local acts with an enjoyable evening of live performances.
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Indiana Vintage Market
All day — Monroe Convention Center — Check for ticket prices — Discover unique treasures and vintage finds at this beloved market event.
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Bloomington Polar Plunge
10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Indiana University Memorial Stadium — Check website for registration details — Take the plunge to support Special Olympics athletes in a thrilling and chilly challenge.
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The World According to Sound
7-9 p.m. — Indiana Memorial Union — Free entry — Experience a unique sonic journey that transforms academic inquiry into immersive soundscapes.
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