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Originally Published 1 year ago — by WRTV Indianapolis
Comedian Matt Rife canceled his sold-out shows at the Indiana University Auditorium due to a last-minute medical emergency, announcing the cancellation after the first show was scheduled to begin. Rife apologized on social media, citing his busy schedule and expressing regret. Fans who purchased tickets through Ticketmaster or IU Auditorium will receive refunds within 30 days.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by FOX 59 Indianapolis
Comedian Matt Rife's two sold-out shows at IU Auditorium in Bloomington were canceled due to an unexpected medical emergency. Originally rescheduled from Valentine's Day, the announcement came 20 minutes after the first show was set to begin. Refunds will be provided to ticket purchasers. Rife apologized on social media, citing the medical emergency as the reason for the cancellation.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Space.com
A space reporter reflects on his decision to stay in Bloomington, Indiana, for the upcoming April 8 solar eclipse, despite the potential for cloudy skies. The town is preparing for an influx of visitors, with events featuring notable figures like William Shatner and Janelle Monáe. The reporter emphasizes the rarity of this celestial event and encourages others to witness it, as the next total solar eclipse over Indiana won't occur for another 100 years.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Herald-Times
A partial solar eclipse, with about 48% coverage, will be visible in Bloomington, Indiana on October 14. Special events have been organized to safely view the eclipse, including a street party, workshops, and observatory viewings. It serves as a dress rehearsal for the total solar eclipse happening on April 8, 2024. It is important to use proper viewing devices as looking directly at the sun can cause permanent eye damage.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Herald-Times
Residents in and around Bloomington, Indiana, witnessed a fireball streaking across the sky and heard a loud boom on Thursday night. Videos captured by home security cameras showed the celestial event, likely a meteor, which burned up in the Earth's atmosphere. The boom suggests that the object was traveling faster than the speed of sound, creating a sonic boom. The American Meteor Society received numerous reports of fireball sightings in the area.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by wkdq.com
Bloomington, Indiana has been identified as the most stressed city in the state, according to a study by Zippia. The study analyzed factors such as unemployment, hours worked, commute times, income-to-home-price ratio, and the percentage of uninsured population. Bloomington ranked high in these areas, indicating higher stress levels. Additionally, the city has also been labeled as one of the rudest and most dangerous in Indiana.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by USA TODAY
Rocky, a male boxer from Bloomington, Illinois, has set a Guinness World Record for having the longest tongue on a living dog, measuring in at 5.47 inches. The measurement was conducted by a veterinarian under anesthesia, with a Bloomington police officer present to document the process. Rocky surpassed the previous record held by a Labrador/German shepherd mix named Zoey.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS Minnesota
Bloomington, Minnesota has lost its bid to host the 2027 World Expo to Belgrade, Serbia, which was pitched under the theme "Healthy People, Healthy Planet." The event was estimated to bring in $729 million in economic impact for the state. Malaga, Spain came in second place, while Argentina and Thailand also competed. This is the second time Minnesota has lost a bid to host the Expo. The next Expo will take place in 2025 in Osaka, Japan.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Herald-Times
Two drivers died in a head-on collision between a white Chevrolet Express van and a black Mercedes Sprinter van on Indiana 37 south of Bloomington. The white van was traveling south when it suddenly veered left, crossed the median, and collided with the black van traveling north. The names of the drivers have not been released yet.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NPR
Billie R. Davis, a 56-year-old woman, has been charged with a federal hate crime for stabbing an 18-year-old Indiana University student on a public bus in Bloomington, Indiana, because she assumed the victim was "Chinese." Davis faces local charges of attempted murder, aggravated battery, and battery with a deadly weapon. The victim suffered multiple stab wounds on her head. Davis' attorney has filed an insanity defense, citing her long history of severe mental illness. The attack has sent shock waves to Asian Americans in the state and across the country, as the community grapples with increased reports of hate crimes against Asians in the U.S. over the past three years.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ABC News
A woman in Indiana has been charged with a federal hate crime for stabbing a woman of Chinese descent on a public transit bus in a racially motivated attack. The incident occurred on Jan. 11, 2023, and the charge alleges that the offense included an attempt to kill the victim. The suspect had no prior interactions with the victim before stabbing her multiple times in the head as she waited for the bus doors to open. The FBI and Bloomington Police Department led the investigation, and the suspect is presumed innocent unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CIProud.com
The body of Melissa Sue Ostrom, a missing 39-year-old woman from Bloomington, Illinois, was found dead after an extensive search by local authorities. The McLean County Coroner's Office has been notified and an autopsy has been scheduled. The circumstances surrounding her death are under investigation and anyone with information is encouraged to contact the authorities.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by 25 News Now
The body of Melissa S. Ostrom, a missing Bloomington woman, has been found and identified by the police. An autopsy is pending, and the investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to contact the police department.