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Situation Desk

This section includes inclement weather, action by first responders (police, fire, and ambulance), occasionally demonstrations and protests—anything with an element of urgency.

Iranians in Bloomington demonstrate in support of strikes targeting Tehran regime

Iranians in Bloomington demonstrate in support of strikes targeting Tehran regime

About three dozen Bloomington residents of Iranian descent gathered Sunday on the courthouse square, many waving Lion-and-Sun flags, or U.S. flags. They were celebrating U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran and hoping for regime change after reports that the strikes had killed Iran’s supreme leader.

Crash southwest of Bloomington leaves 74-year-old woman dead, child seriously injured

Crash southwest of Bloomington leaves 74-year-old woman dead, child seriously injured

A 74-year-old Bloomington woman died Wednesday evening after a northbound Subaru crossed the centerline on Rockport Road and struck her Kia head-on, according to the sheriff’s office. Three others, including a 7-year-old child, were hospitalized. The crash remains under investigation.

Tornado damages Monroe County Humane Association; animals safe, recovery underway

Tornado damages Monroe County Humane Association; animals safe, recovery underway

An EF2 tornado with 120-mph winds damaged the Monroe County Humane Association’s facility Thursday evening, destroying a supply shed and tearing off part of the roof. Animals inside were unharmed. The nonprofit has filed an insurance claim and is seeking donations to support recovery and repairs.

Tornado tears through Bloomington’s west side, damaging homes and businesses

Tornado tears through Bloomington’s west side, damaging homes and businesses

A confirmed tornado struck Bloomington’s west side Thursday evening, damaging homes, businesses and knocking out power to hundreds. Hard-hit areas included Fieldstone and West Third Street. Residents sheltered in bathrooms. Neighbors worked into the night securing damaged properties.

Protestors call for the end of Flock camera contract with city, Bloomington mayor says ‘that is one of the options’

Protestors call for the end of Flock camera contract with city, Bloomington mayor says ‘that is one of the options’

Hundreds gathered at Bloomington city hall on Friday to protest the city’s contract with Flock Safety, a license-plate reader company. Demonstrators tied the cameras to federal immigration enforcement and urged officials to cancel the agreement. Local officials signaled reconsideration is possible.

Snow impact: Bloomington trash pickup delayed indefinitely, no MCCSC school on Monday

Snow impact: Bloomington trash pickup delayed indefinitely, no MCCSC school on Monday

Heavy snowfall has prompted many closures and delays across Bloomington. The city has suspended regular trash pickup starting Monday, while MCCSC canceled school and eLearning. The College Avenue skywalk closure is delayed a day, and travel remains restricted under a county “Warning.”

‘No internet, no witness!’ Bloomington rally condemns Iran’s lethal crackdown, communications blackout

‘No internet, no witness!’ Bloomington rally condemns Iran’s lethal crackdown, communications blackout

About 60 Bloomington residents rallied Sunday at the courthouse square to condemn Iran’s crackdown and to call for democracy. Protesters cited reports of thousands killed. With internet and calls disrupted, they chanted: “No internet, no witness!”