Good morning, Bloomington.

Artist Jonatan Espinoza is painting an IU football mural on the white wall facing Peoples Park.

Commissioned by building owner Josh Alley, the mural — featuring Curt Cignetti, Hoosier the Bison and former players — will finish in two weeks.

Indiana law requires universities to conduct background checks on international students in engineering, computer science, virology, microbiology or artificial intelligence from China, Russia, Iran, North Korea or Cuba.

Signed March 5, the law will take effect July 1 and exempts students admitted before Aug. 14.

A broken pipe flooded part of the IU Health Bloomington Hospital Monday night, moving some patients to other areas of the building.

Visitors are advised to avoid the affected section until repairs are complete.

Indiana baseball, coming off three losses, will face University of Louisville today at 5 p.m. at Jim Patterson Stadium in Louisville — the team aims to break its skid against a Cardinals squad on a five-game win streak.

Indiana football won its first national championship last season and now prepares to defend its title.

Coach Curt Cignetti plans to start TCU transfer Josh Hoover as the team replaces eight key players ahead of its Sept. 5 opener against North Texas (Indiana University).

After spring practice ends, updated college football rankings name Ohio State as No. 1 while Notre Dame, Miami and Mississippi climb and Indiana stays strong with returning players — setting the stage for the upcoming season.

Former Indiana quarterback Brendan Sorsby is under NCAA investigation for allegedly placing thousands of bets on Hoosier games while redshirting in 2022; Texas Tech announced his immediate leave for treatment as Indiana University and the NCAA offered limited comments.

The Herald-Times Athlete of Week poll for April 20-25, supported by IU Health, lets local readers vote for top athletes from area schools and remains open until Thursday, April 30 — voters may cast multiple votes to support stars in baseball, softball, track, tennis and volleyball.

IU baseball was swept by Iowa at Bart Kaufman Field over two days, with freshman catcher ten Oever hitting a home run and pitcher Seebold recording five scoreless innings.

Sophomore Hanley became the fourth player in program history to earn Big Ten Freshman of the Year honors.

Saving Ava Premiere

7-10 p.m. — Buskirk-Chumley Theater — Check for ticket info — Experience a thrilling adventure of friendship and self-discovery in a story of six teenagers on a cross-country quest.

Bloomington Comedy Showcase

8 p.m. — The Comedy Attic — Enjoy a night of laughter with both seasoned comedians and fresh talent testing their material.

Free Feline Friday

12-5 p.m. — Bloomington Animal Shelter — Free adoption — Find your next feline friend at this monthly event dedicated to pet welfare.

Maris Live Performance

7 PM — The Bluebird — Ticket prices not specified — Experience the playful sounds of rising star Maris, a unique pop singer-songwriter.

Benjamin Tod Concert

7 PM — The Bluebird — Ticket info not provided — Experience the heartfelt country melodies of Benjamin Tod and his wife Ashley Mae after the retirement of Lost Dog Street Band.

MotionArts Dance Academy Spring Gala 2026

2-3:30 p.m. — Buskirk-Chumley Theater — E-tickets available — Celebrate a spectacular semester of dance with vibrant performances from ballet, contemporary, jazz, and company dancers.

Potentate's Golf Outing

11:30 a.m. — The Pfau Course — Registration required — Kick off the golf season with the First Potentate's Golf Outing of the Year.

Night Market

5-10 p.m. — The Orbit Room — Free entry — Enjoy local vendors, free pinball, and happy hour specials in a lively community atmosphere.

Illinois Fighting Illini vs. Indiana Hoosiers Baseball

2-3 p.m. — Bart Kaufman Field — Ticketed event — Feel the thrill of collegiate baseball as the Illinois Fighting Illini take on the Indiana Hoosiers.

INDY Golf Tournament at The Pfau Course

Time Range — The Pfau Course — Cost — Experience a challenging 7,241-yard championship course in a stunning natural setting.