Good morning, Bloomington.

Bloomington’s Community and Family Resources Department welcomed Crystal Ritter as its new Safe and Civil City Program Director, bringing nearly 20 years of experience in public events and local government service; she already led the Million Father March to support local initiatives for Black Males and Children and Youth.

Monroe County church is reviewing an $8.8 million sale to Core Spaces to fund repairs and ministry support (including plans for 400 student beds).

Details are still being finalized.

Indiana's cross country season opened at the Sam Bell Invitational in Bloomington on Friday where the women's team won with 21 points and the men's team finished second behind Bradley.

The team will next race at the John McNichols Invitational on Sept. 19 in Terre Haute.

Indiana volleyball player Avry Tatum and seven other athletes received a temporary restraining order from Monroe Circuit Court on Friday, which stops the NCAA from barring their 5th season eligibility in 2026-27.

A hearing is scheduled at 9 a.m. Sept. 11 at the Charlotte Zietlow Justice Center.

No. 6 Indiana men's soccer won 2-0 on Friday against Cal Poly at Bill Armstrong Stadium as its strong defense limited shots and maintained a shutout.

The team will face the University of Denver Monday at 8 p.m. – preparing for its next Big Ten challenge.

An Indiana circuit court granted a TRO Friday for fifth-year defensive linemen Stephen Daley and Kellan Wyatt, keeping them eligible for the season opener despite previous injuries.

A hearing is scheduled for Sept. 11 at Charlotte Zietlow Justice Center.

IU is launching new pregame experiences that let football fans step onto the field with the team during home games in Bloomington.

The program will boost fan engagement and community spirit as part of the upcoming season.

Indiana women's soccer named Josh Rife as head coach in February 2025 — a former player with a strong vision for confident play.

He has adjusted his roster for the 2026 season, with midfielder Kennedy Neighbors scoring two goals in the first four games.

The Big Noon Kickoff crew praised IU coach Curt Cignetti today for his system that develops transfer quarterbacks—a strategy that helped Kurtis Rourke + Fernando Mendoza excel.

Coach Brady Quinn + Urban Meyer highlighted the innovative approach during Indiana’s season opener against North Texas.

High school football games in the Bloomington area were delayed by heat on Friday; Bloomington North (1-1) started at 8 p.m. against Martinsville and Edgewood began at 8 p.m. against South Putnam, while other matchups were held at local venues.