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Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. continues his rehab from ACL surgery during trip back to Indiana

Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. continues his rehab from ACL surgery during trip back to Indiana

Michael Penix Jr. did quarterback drills, seven-on-seven work and mental reps as his Atlanta Falcons teammates squared off with the Indianapolis Colts during two days of joint practice

Indiana football 2026 position preview: Offensive line

Indiana football 2026 position preview: Offensive line

Indiana’s offensive lines have been strong in two seasons under Curt Cignetti and Bob Bostad. Could they get stronger?

Where's Melania? 'I heard you missed me,' first lady quips

Where's Melania? 'I heard you missed me,' first lady quips

It was an entrance and a statement aimed at a flurry of recent articles with a central theme: Where’s Melania?

Bloomington Assistant Police Chief Accused of Abusing Authority, Placed on Leave

Bloomington Assistant Police Chief Accused of Abusing Authority, Placed on Leave

An assistant police chief in Bloomington has been placed on leave following a lawsuit alleging abuse of authority. The lawsuit claims that the plaintiffs each incurred $1,000 in attorney's fees before appearing in court, directly and proximately resulting from the defendant's actions. The plaintiffs are seeking compensatory damages, punitive damages, the costs of the action, attorney's fees, and any other relief deemed just and proper by the court. The City of Bloomington, also named as a defendant in the suit, released a statement on Tuesday indicating that it takes the lawsuit's allegations seriously and is initiating a formal investigation into the matter. The specific details of the alleged abuse of authority were not provided in the source, but the city's response suggests a significant internal review is underway.

The Beatles' Only Minnesota Concert in 1965 Recalled for its Chaos and Fan Frenzy

The Beatles' Only Minnesota Concert in 1965 Recalled for its Chaos and Fan Frenzy

The Beatles' Only Minnesota Concert in 1965 Recalled for its Chaos and Fan Frenzy

Illinois Tech Layoffs Raise Concerns for Bronzeville Community Engagement

Illinois Tech Layoffs Raise Concerns for Bronzeville Community Engagement

Illinois Tech's recent decision to lay off 160 faculty and staff members has generated anxiety among former employees and community leaders in Bronzeville regarding the university's future engagement with the surrounding neighborhood. The university faced a $47 million budget shortfall, leading to these layoffs and the elimination of all seven of its departments, with curricula absorbed into three main schools. This has already impacted community initiatives, such as a popular course offered in partnership with the Bronzeville Trail Task Force, which ended last fall due to budget cuts. Ron Henderson, a tenured faculty member in landscape architecture who was among those fired, expressed concerns about the future of community engagement programs like Elevate and the Alphawood Arboretum.

Center for Human Services' Sue's Landing Supportive Housing Project Faces Delays, Aims for October Groundbreaking in Bloomington

Center for Human Services' Sue's Landing Supportive Housing Project Faces Delays, Aims for October Groundbreaking in Bloomington

The Center for Human Services (CHS) is working to break ground on its Sue's Landing supportive housing project in Bloomington by October, despite facing a setback with the initial property acquisition. The planned development, named after former CHS clinical director Sue Pirtle, aims to provide 24 one-bedroom units for individuals with severe mental illnesses who struggle to live independently. CHS CEO Joan Hartman stated that staff will offer comprehensive support, including assistance with psychiatric appointments, medication management, and budgeting. After the initial property deal fell through, CHS secured a new location off Sherman Street and is currently reviewing bids from developers. The project, estimated to cost around $11 million, has received $9 million from the state in 2024 and an additional $170,000 from McLean County for pre-construction design and planning.

Bloomington Assistant Police Chief Placed on Leave Following Federal Lawsuit Alleging Wrongful Arrest and Civil Rights Violations

Bloomington Assistant Police Chief Placed on Leave Following Federal Lawsuit Alleging Wrongful Arrest and Civil Rights Violations

Bloomington Assistant Police Chief Paul Williams has been placed on administrative leave after a federal lawsuit was filed against him and the city government. The lawsuit, brought by Garrett Chubb and Lenelle Higgins, alleges that Williams illegally arrested them and confiscated their cellphones during a traffic stop. According to the plaintiffs, Williams, who was reportedly not in uniform and driving an unmarked vehicle, blocked their car in a parking space. He then used his police badge to make contact with their vehicle, alarming them. When Chubb and Higgins began recording the incident on their cellphones, Williams allegedly retreated to his truck, locked the doors, and called other officers. The lawsuit claims that Williams then directed on-duty officers to arrest the pair for disorderly conduct and seize their phones, despite lacking probable cause. Although Chubb and Higgins were given notices to appear in court, prosecutors ultimately decided not to file charges. The city of Bloomington has confir...

Bloomington's Sue's Landing Supportive Housing Project Aims for October Groundbreaking After Site Change

Bloomington's Sue's Landing Supportive Housing Project Aims for October Groundbreaking After Site Change

The Center for Human Services (CHS) in Bloomington is moving forward with its supportive housing development, Sue's Landing, targeting an October groundbreaking. This project is designed to provide housing for individuals with severe mental illnesses, offering support with psychiatric appointments, medication management, and budgeting. Initially, CHS planned to acquire property off Martin Luther King Junior Drive, but that deal fell through. After a year-long search, a new location off Sherman Street was secured. CHS now owns this property and is soliciting bids from developers, with contract awards expected within weeks. The project, named after former CHS clinical director Sue Pirtle, will feature 24 one-bedroom units, along with communal spaces like a community room, library, fitness room, and a teaching kitchen. The total estimated cost for Sue's Landing is around $11 million.

Prominent Pittsburgh Lawyer Implicated in Penn State Frat Cocaine Trafficking Ring

Prominent Pittsburgh Lawyer Implicated in Penn State Frat Cocaine Trafficking Ring

Paul Robinson, a prominent Pittsburgh lawyer and managing attorney at Meyer, Darragh, Buckler, Bebeneck & Eck, has been charged in connection with a multi-state cocaine trafficking ring involving Penn State fraternity members. His son, Thomas Robinson, is alleged to be one of the ringleaders of the operation, which reportedly involved the Sigma Chi and Delta Upsilon fraternities. Paul Robinson faces felony charges of tampering with evidence and hindering apprehension for allegedly attempting to conceal evidence, including a safe containing cash and drugs, and obstructing the investigation. Prosecutors, led by Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday, announced that 14 individuals have been charged in total, with Thomas Robinson and Agostino Abbatiello identified as the primary organizers. Penn State has placed Delta Upsilon on interim suspension, while Sigma Chi operates outside university oversight.

Volunteers Enhance Capitol Green Connector in Jackson with New Tree Plantings

Volunteers Enhance Capitol Green Connector in Jackson with New Tree Plantings

Volunteers in Jackson, Mississippi, participated in a Museum Trail Community Planting Day along the Capitol Green Connector. This initiative involved planting new trees and landscaping as construction progresses on the next phase of the trail, which extends into Downtown Jackson. The newly planted trees are intended to provide future shade, support native habitats, improve stormwater management, and create a more inviting environment for pedestrians and cyclists using the corridor. The Capitol Green Connector is designed to extend the Museum Trail, establishing a new pedestrian and bicycle route that will link key downtown destinations such as the Old Capitol Museum, Hal & Mal’s and Martins, and the Two Mississippi Museums. This segment is a crucial part of a larger trail network, with plans to eventually connect to the future Arts District Connector, aiming to enhance safe and accessible movement throughout downtown neighborhoods, cultural institutions, businesses, and public spaces.

Durham City Council to Review Vision Plan for Freeway's Future, Addressing Historical Impact

Durham City Council to Review Vision Plan for Freeway's Future, Addressing Historical Impact

The Durham City Council is scheduled to hear a report on the final Vision Plan for the future of the Durham Freeway. This plan is the culmination of a years-long study involving community engagement to reimagine the road, which was constructed in the 1970s. The freeway, built to connect Research Triangle Park to central Durham, notably destroyed historic Black communities, including parts of the Hayti community. Mayor Leonardo Williams emphasized the city's commitment to acknowledging past wrongs and utilizing infrastructure and public policy to reconnect communities. The council will discuss three primary options: a Boulevard Conversion, which would replace the elevated freeway with an at-grade urban boulevard; a Freeway Cap/Land Bridge option, involving structural caps over the freeway to create parks and plazas; and Freeway Modernization, which would entail targeted upgrades and auxiliary lanes. The Boulevard Conversion and Freeway Cap options are estimated to cost between $450 million and $800 million,...