PRESS RELEASE: A Statement from Mayor Kerry Thomson and the City of Bloomington

The following is a press release by Mayor Kerry Thomson for the City of Bloomington.

COLUMN: Soul-searching already underway for Indiana women’s basketball after home loss to Harvard

On Thursday, 10,287 fans left Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall, shocked. Game two for Indiana women’s basketball raised some much-needed questions ahead of the bulk of its 2024-25 season. 

Indiana volleyball aims to make statement wins against No. 9 Purdue and No. 20 USC

Indiana volleyball pushed its win streak to three with road wins at Rutgers and Maryland Nov. 1-2. The Hoosiers now return home to Wilkinson Hall in Bloomington for a challenging weekend, hosting No. 9 Purdue in a rematch and welcoming new Big Ten member No. 20 USC. 

Quiet night for Indiana women’s basketball’s veterans plagues Hoosiers in defeat to Harvard

From poor passes to untimely turnovers, last season’s returning starters –– junior guard Yarden Garzon and graduate student guards Chloe Moore-McNeil and Sydney Parrish –– were not the veterans their team needed them to be in Indiana women’s basketball’s 72-68 overtime loss against Harvard University.  

Guide to sustainable fashion in Bloomington

Everyone deserves to dress how they please. Fashion is fun. It provides a creative outlet to express ourselves and often shapes our personal identity. But with a quick look behind the curtain of popular brands, including  Urban Outfitters, H&M and Shein, you will discover the industry’s staggering impact on the environment, mistreatment of workers and unethical business practices.  

‘We’re Indiana’: Indiana women’s basketball loses to Harvard. But Moren isn’t hitting the panic button

They failed to secure an inbounds pass and lost possession in overtime. They dribbled the ball off their legs. They threw the ball ahead in transition and it went off their hands. 

No. 25 Indiana women’s basketball finishes with 27 turnovers, falls to Harvard in overtime

No. 25 Indiana women’s basketball returned to action Thursday night. The Hoosiers fell 72-68 to Harvard University inside Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington. 

Black IU students receive racist texts amid similar messages nationwide

Editor’s Note: This story includes mention of potentially triggering situations, including hateful language and racism. 

Sigma Chi Fraternity placed on cease and desist

The IU chapter of fraternity Sigma Chi was put on cease and desist Tuesday for hazing. All organizational activities are suspended until further notice.  

How Mike Braun’s education plan as governor could affect students, schools

Education was at the forefront of the 2024 gubernatorial debate season. The newly elected governor, current Sen. Republican Mike Braun, proposed a seven-part education plan in September. 

PHOTOS: Indiana men's basketball defeats SIUE in season opener

The Hoosiers defeated SIUE 80-61.

Old issues reappear for Indiana men’s soccer in quarterfinal loss to Michigan

Indiana men’s soccer’s pronounced early season struggles evaporated once the calendar turned to October, akin to a Hollywood film that’s become a yearly occurrence for the team. The Hoosiers stormed on a seven-match winning streak, its attack obliterating opponents en route to a share of the program’s 19th Big Ten regular season title. 

Indiana men’s soccer suffers shocking defeat to Michigan in Big Ten Tournament

With just over a minute left on the clock, freshman midfielder Charlie Heuer lifted a pass over the Michigan defense, aiming for junior defender Quinton Elliot and sophomore Clay Murador. The ball floated in the air, and when it finally returned to the ground, neither Elliot nor Murador could receive it, effectively sealing the Hoosiers’ fate. 

The following is a press release written by Tim Street and Desiree DeMolina for the City of Bloomington.

PRESS RELEASE: Long-Time Employee Honored with Prestigious Awards for Outstanding Service

The following is a press release written by Tim Street and Desiree DeMolina for the City of Bloomington.

OPINION: Expanding the melody: Why IU needs musical opportunities for all majors

Editor's note: All opinions, columns and letters reflect the views of the individual writer and not necessarily those of the IDS or its staffers.

BOOMS in Bloomington: where are the loud noises coming from?

Hearing booms coming from south of Bloomington? They’re coming from the military base in Crane, Indiana, about 25 miles southwest of Bloomington.  

COLUMN: Taylor Swift brings the Eras Tour to the US for the last time on Nov. 3

About 69,000 Swifties dressed in sparkly clothes and friendship bracelets filled Lucas Oil Stadium for the last night of the U.S. leg of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour on Nov. 3, in Indianapolis.  

Indiana ballot constitutional amendment approved

Indiana voters approved this year’s single constitutional amendment by a margin of 7.2% at the time of publication, with 88% of votes counted. The amendment, authored by Republican State House Rep. J.D. Prescott, will remove the state superintendent of public instruction from the line of succession after the governor and lieutenant governor. 

IU's Ultimate Frisbee club sees growth on men's and women's teams

When one thinks of sports at IU, it’s NCAA Division I football and basketball teams that likely come to mind. Luckily, one doesn't have to play at a Division I level in order to participate in the sport they love.