Good morning, Bloomington.

Bloomington police charged 18-year-old Gregory Baker Jr.—who traveled from Chicago—with attempted murder and other felonies after he allegedly fired his gun during a neighborhood fight on West Illinois Court near 11th and Monroe just after 7 p.m. on March 29, hitting a nearby apartment but causing no injuries.

A statewide Silver Alert was issued for 64-year-old Gary Edwards who was last seen on April 4 at 10:30 a.m. in Bloomington—he is 5 feet, 11 inches tall with brown hair and hazel eyes and was wearing a light blue jacket, t-shirt, and blue jeans while driving a grey 2014 Buick Regal with the plate SDR414—and authorities believe he is in extreme danger.

Mayor Kerry Thomson addressed residents Thursday night at the John Waldron Arts Center to stress transparency and public engagement; she thanked emergency responders after severe weather and condemned vandalism in the trades district.

She outlined efforts such as launching a climate action dashboard, updating city staffing practices, and advancing plans to tackle housing challenges—emphasizing that open dialogue is key for future decisions.

Bloomington Mayor Kerry Thomson said new fiber network installations will be paused for the next couple of months—after the subcontractor failed to meet city requirements and a short-term partner was brought in to assess the work.

The project, now about 50% complete with service to over 4,000 homes, will aim for 85% coverage by October.

At the State of the City event on Thursday night at the Waldron Arts Center, Mayor Kerry Thomson said she built her team during her first year in office and that Bloomington is ready to soar—she and officials reported completed fire station renovations, a planned conversion of the former convalescent center to a new police station, and several local projects that include actions in the Trades District and climate initiatives. Police and fire chiefs also praised new contracts and workforce investments that are boosting community support.

The Indiana Daily Student published a guide on Feb 21 that shows college students affordable eateries in Bloomington—Goodfellas Pizzeria on Kirkwood Avenue offers a $4 foot-long pizza slice, while Z and C Teriyaki serves an $8.25 chicken bowl, WingsXtremeU gives $1 boneless wings on Fridays, and Lucky Express Lian provides generous Asian dishes for $14. This guide gives students a way to enjoy good food without spending too much.

Indiana softball will begin a three-game series with Maryland at Andy Mohr Field today at 6 p.m.—the Hoosiers are coming off their first ranked win on March 31 and lead the all-time series 16—7.

Maryland is on a four-game losing streak and will try to break the trend when the team meets again on Sunday at 7 p.m. and Monday at noon.

Self Journey Meditation

7-8 p.m. — Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center Library — Few tickets left — Experience a relaxing session with sound bowls enhancing your meditative state.

2025 Indiana University Info Session

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Kelley School of Business — Free entry — Learn about Bain & Company and opportunities for undergraduate students from Indiana University alumni.

Aikido Seminar with John Messores Shihan

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Aikido of Suenaka-Ha Indiana — All experience levels welcome — Dive into an enriching Aikido seminar led by a renowned Shihan.

Zentangle Workshop: Mandalas

10 AM – 12 PM — Bloomington Fine Art Supply — Supplies included — Dive into the meditative art of creating Zentangle mandalas with expert guidance.

Merce Lemon Concert Featuring Fust

7 p.m. — The Bishop Bar — $10 cover — Experience the dynamic blend of alt-country and folk-rock from the beloved band Fust.

David Sedaris Live in Bloomington

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Indiana University Auditorium — Tickets from $65 — Experience an evening of humor and storytelling with David Sedaris.

The Music of John Denver featuring Aaron Grubb

7-9:30 p.m. — The Avenue On College — Tickets available — Experience a joyful evening of John Denver's classics with a sing-along atmosphere.

Hank Ruff Live Performance

Time TBA — The Bluebird — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the rising star Hank Ruff as he performs tracks from his hit EP 'Hellbender'.

Upcycle Craft Workshop

— Time not specified — Indiana Memorial Union — Free entry — A creative workshop where you can transform old materials into stylish crafts while promoting sustainability.

PMP Certification Training in Bloomington, IN

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Regus, Bloomington, IN — Early Bird pricing available — Comprehensive 4-day classroom training for PMP certification with interactive sessions and resources.