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Hoosier alumni celebrate OG Anunoby’s rise from Bloomington under Tom Crean to a crucial two-way star for the New York Knicks, lauding his humility and clutch play as he fuels the Knicks’ NBA Finals chase and cements his status as a Bloomington/NYC legend.
Five women, ages 17–22, were wounded near a Five Guys in Bloomington after IU’s Little 500 races; police say a fight sparked the shooting and two people opened fire, with investigators not calling it random and with no IU students believed involved. One victim remained hospitalized in stable condition and the others were treated and released. Authorities and local officials condemned the violence as the investigation continues, and city leaders noted gun-law issues surrounding public gatherings.
Five women aged 17 to 22 were injured by gunfire near Indiana University after the Little 500 races. Police say two people opened fire following a confrontation near a Five Guys on Kirkwood, with several others injured while fleeing. All victims were treated and released except one hospitalized in stable condition. IU says no students were involved and investigators deem the incident not random; the probe is ongoing and may spur discussion on local gun laws.
Several people were injured by gunfire in a shooting near Indiana University in Bloomington just after midnight during Little 500 weekend. Police say it began after a fight between two women near a Five Guys. The Bloomington mayor shared the incident via a Facebook news release, and police released an update at 1 p.m. on April 26 with details and a link to the press conference.
Indiana's 2026-27 basketball roster is taking shape under Darian DeVries, with only Trent Sisley confirmed back as the lone returnee. Six players from 2025-26 exhausted their eligibility, and four have entered the transfer portal as of April 8: Jason Drake, Jasai Miles, Josh Harris, and Aleksa Ristic (the latter is the latest portal entry). The transfer window runs through April 21. Indiana has not yet added a transfer, but has signed three freshmen—Prince-Alexander Moody, Vaughn Karvala, and Trevor Manhertz—and two players from last year (Nick Dorn and Andrej Acimovic) still have eligibility, potentially joining the portal or returning. The roster will continue to be tracked as the spring progresses.
The College Football Playoff will remain at 12 teams for the foreseeable future, with officials not planning an immediate expansion, as the 2026 season concluded with Indiana defeating Miami to win the national championship in January 2026.
Scott Dolson’s letter to Hoosier Nation thanks fans for their energy—from gamedays to watch parties—that helped power a historic season, culminating in a CFP National Championship, IU’s first outright Big Ten title in 80 years, a 16-0 run, and Fernando Mendoza’s Heisman Trophy win.
Gene Hedrick, a season-ticket holder since 1959, describes witnessing Indiana's first national championship as a privilege after IU rode an 11-2 season into the College Football Playoff and then an undefeated 16-0 run under Curt Cignetti, with wins over Ohio State, Oregon, Alabama, and Miami.
The article draws parallels between Indiana University's successful football strategy—focused on being fast, physical, and relentless—and potential improvements in college education leadership, suggesting that adopting a similar mindset could enhance educational outcomes.
Fernando Mendoza, Indiana University's quarterback, won the 2025 Heisman Trophy, leading his team to a perfect 13-0 season and earning multiple awards, including Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year and AP Player of the Year.
Indiana University announced an eight-year contract for football coach Curt Cignetti, starting December 2025, with a base salary of $500,000 annually, various bonuses including conference and bowl game incentives, and a structured buyout plan. The deal also includes provisions for market reviews, staff support, and program resources, with significant financial incentives tied to team performance and achievements.
Indiana University has signed coach Curt Cignetti to an eight-year, $93 million contract, making him the third-highest paid coach in college football, reflecting the program's rapid rise and Cignetti's success in transforming Indiana into a national contender, while also highlighting his decision to stay amid lucrative offers from other programs.
Mark Cuban expressed his disapproval of Indiana University's decision to cease print publication of the Indiana Daily Student and to fire its adviser, criticizing it as censorship and emphasizing his support for the importance of the student newspaper.
Indiana University has ordered its student newspaper, the Indiana Daily Student, to cease print publication amid disputes over content and alleged censorship, following the firing of a media adviser and university directives to focus solely on digital media, raising concerns about First Amendment rights and editorial independence.
Over 15 former Indiana University men's basketball players allege sexual misconduct by a former team physician, Dr. Bradford Bomba, with claims that university officials, including the late coach Bobby Knight, were aware but failed to act. The lawsuit details inappropriate physical exams and ongoing concerns about the university's handling of the allegations, amid legal challenges such as statutes of limitations and recent investigations.