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Excellent coverage today by IUSTV— our  student broadcasters operating on a shoestring budget and doing fantastic journa...
26/04/2024

Excellent coverage today by IUSTV— our student broadcasters operating on a shoestring budget and doing fantastic journalism.

This is a developing story and will be updated as more information is made available BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (IUSTV News) — 33 people, including some Indiana University faculty and students, were hauled off in zip-ties and handcuffs Thursday afternoon as Indiana State Police and IU Police worked to clea...

And that’s a wrap! Final project day and broadcasts in several classes powered by Greek’s Pizza .(Chicken Ranch a huge h...
25/04/2024

And that’s a wrap! Final project day and broadcasts in several classes powered by Greek’s Pizza .(Chicken Ranch a huge hit! Thanks, Raf)
Now, if somebody could just teach me to do the sorority squat. I look like a linebacker.

18/04/2024

On the final edition of IU NewsNet of the semester, we have comprehensive coverage of the historic faculty “no confidence” vote against the top IU administrators including IU President Pamela Whitten and the Provost. IU graduate workers hit the picket line to make a point about getting a living wage for their work.
It’s sexual assault awareness month and we’ll tell you where to find resources.
The cidada’s are coming and areas of the country are in for a double dose.
You’ll meet a 16 year-old sports podcaster who does not let a physical disability get in his way. And we have everything you need to get ready for Little 500 weekend including the story of a man who works under the track.
Join anchors Kelsey Dennehy, Audrey Marr and Kara Adams on sports for the swansong edition of IU Newsnet for the semester!

I could not be more proud of our journalism students.IU NewsNet just took top honors in the Society of Professional Jour...
14/04/2024

I could not be more proud of our journalism students.
IU NewsNet just took top honors in the Society of Professional Journalists Mark of Excellence Awards. It is a three-state region that includes the renowned Northwestern program. We won best all-around college television newscast .
Our entry was comprehensive and late-breaking coverage of Bob Knight’s passing, which included his triumphs and his controversial and mercurial side. We went deep. Three of our students were sick and everybody stayed up until two in the morning to put together a truly excellent broadcast.
Bravo to these young journalists.
The Indiana Daily Student also won a number of awards. The Media School at Indiana University is making a mark of excellence indeed.
Here’s a link to the newscast we entered. (Shout out to Mark Patrick for permission to use the clip for the cold open)

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11/04/2024

The total eclipse came and went but the bustling crowds that were expected to come to Bloomington never showed. Our Audrey Marr recaps the eclipse festivities and their unplanned vacancies. And Kerry Thomson gives the State of the City address as Bloomington’s first female mayor. We bring you the details on her plans to push for more affordable housing and a solution to the homeless crisis. With only a few days until the 36th Women’s Little 500, we’ll show you an unlikely team gearing up to make a charge at the title as the dark horse of the competition. Austin Platt has news about impending surgery for MacKenzie Holmes and the expectation that superstar player Caitlin Clark will be house-hunting in Indiana. Join anchors Julia Pearl and Zeke Shapiro with the latest episode of IU NewsNet.

04/04/2024

Have you picked out your Total Eclipse Day outfit yet? Our Austin Platt joins us in the studio to tell us the science behind why some colors will be better to wear than others.

04/04/2024

The total eclipse over Bloomington is beyond the horizon and so are the bustling crowds. We break down everything you’ll need to know – from traffic to open venues - before Monday, April 8th.

04/04/2024

This organization is helping people with Parkinson’s fight back against the disease – with boxing gloves. IU NewsNet's Audrey Marr tells us about a personal connection to this powerful cause.

04/04/2024

The total eclipse over Bloomington is on the horizon and so are the bustling crowds. We break down everything you’ll need to know – from traffic to open venues - before Monday, April 8th. And, we will take you into an organization helping people with Parkinson’s fight back against the disease – with boxing gloves. There's a personal connection to this touching story. Also, students interrupt a controversial speaker event on IU’s campus was. We profile one of the most beloved staff members at the Media School—just don’t call her grandma. She’s the cool aunt. Kelsey Dennehy gives us the latest news in IU Athletics, including an homage to a Hoosier great. Join anchors Emma Herwehe and Caroline Geib with the latest episode of IU NewsNet.

28/03/2024

Another canceled speaker event on the Israel-Palestine Conflict causes outcry on IU’s Campus. We’ll take you through the reactions. And, with the eclipse coming up, Bloomington is about to become a lot more crowded. We’ll tell you about the city’s plans to handle expected traffic. Also we all need a little emotional support sometimes, but would you expect it from a snake? Our Haley Miller sits down with an IU student and her lovable, slithery friend. And Kennedy Rehklau gives us the latest news in IU Athletics, including an extra sweet preview of the IU Women’s Basketball’s upcoming March Madness matchup. Join anchors Ari Betterly and Austin Platt with the latest episode of IU NewsNet.

21/03/2024

The Indiana statehouse antisemitism bill stalls at Governor Holcomb’s desk. We tell you the details of the bill and hear the response from IU’s campus. And is Indiana changing the clocks on happy hour? We look at a new bill that may affect the Bloomington bar scene. Also, the U.S. House of Representatives’ TikTok ban bill is moving forward, but are IU students aware of what the ban might mean? Our Zeke Shapiro goes to the street to hear from the campus community and provide insight on the ban itself. And Ari Betterly gives us the latest news in IU Athletics, including a storybook ending for IU Hockey that is sure to give you chills. Join anchors Julia Pearl and Kara Adams with the latest episode of IU NewsNet.

07/03/2024

We provide a much-awaited update to a plea deal regarding a student’s e-scooter death last year. And four years after the world shutdown, the CDC enacts new guidelines for treating COVID-19. Our Emma Herwehe joins us in the studio to give us the details on how to stay healthy on campus. Spring Break is almost underway, but so are the dangers that come with it. We take you to a campus event that works to spread awareness about Spring Break safety. And Audrey Marr gives us the latest news in IU Athletics, including a preview of the Big Ten Women’s Basketball Tournament. Join anchors Caroline Geib and Isabel Hook with the latest episode of IU NewsNet.

29/02/2024

A thrilling basketball game was halted by the sound of an alarm. We tell you about a never-before-seen evacuation at Assembly Hall. And tensions continue to rise on campus as IU students and faculty speak out about issues impacting the institution. We’ll show you the sights and sounds from a rally hoping to tackle a plethora of problems. Caroline Geib joins us in the studio to highlight how the IU Luddy School is aiding dementia patients with the help of some robotic friends. Also, we showcase this IU student who was awarded for her work under the sea. And Kelsey Dennehy gives us the latest news in IU Athletics, including an inside look at an IU tradition. Join anchors Emma Herwehe and Zeke Shapiro with the latest episode of IU NewsNet.

23/02/2024

As tensions rise over Indiana Senate Bill 202, the IU administration and faculty push back. The bill stands to affect curriculum content, tenure, Board of Trustee appointments and funding allocation in a government move to control "intellectual diversity." The Bloomington faith community steps up to provide two new cold weather shelters for the unhoused when the temperature drops below 20 degrees.
IU's Astronomy Club is more than a little excited about being in the path of the total solar eclipse in April. We'll take you inside the spirited group. An IU freshman makes the first cut in American Idol.
And meet the students who are the unsung heroes behind the scenes of Indiana Basketball.
Join anchors Audrey Marr, Austin Platt and Kennedy Rehklau on sports for the IU NewsNet with lots of 2's: 2/22/24.

15/02/2024

The IU campus is split on the media coverage on the Israel-Palestine conflict. Our Zeke Shapiro joins us in studio to tell us about how student media covers protests, demonstrations and other offshoots of a strained and complicated divide. Valentine’s Day may have passed, but love is still in the air. We showcase how a group on campus is showing love and support to domestic violence survivors. Fentanyl overdoses are on the rise. We'll examine attempts to get Narcan training and supplies on campus--an effort that could save lives. We'll show you the new artwork at the IMU for Black History Month. There's an update on a racially-motivated crime against an Asian student one year ago. And Two IU Womens basketball players break records as the team continues its sweep with one victory after another. Join anchors Kennedy Rehklau, Isabel Hook and Kara Adams on sports for IU NewsNet.

08/02/2024

A proposed bill in the Indiana senate could heavily impact IU’s board of trustees. We give you the details and the reaction from IU’s President Pamela Whitten. New construction work on Kirkwood will help the city deal with flooding during the storm season. However, it also limits parking for Kirkwood consumers. We’ll tell you about the plans and how they’re affecting Bloomington residents. Also, have you participated in online sports betting? Our Austin Platt joins us in the studio to tell you about the new craze for sports fans, and its side effects. Zeke Shapiro gives us the latest news in IU Athletics, including a preview for a team looking to reach new heights. Join anchors Ari Betterly and Caroline Geib with the latest episode of IU NewsNet.

02/02/2024

Another member of Bloomington's unhoused community is discovered dead in a ditch. Its the third death in two months to hit that community. We'll have the latest in the police investigation.
Hit any potholes lately? We'll tell you what the city is doing to end the pothole blues. The final chapter in the IU Student Government impeachment trial comes in a vote. A good week for IU Basketball, despite injuries, and a hometown Hoosier player has a stellar night. Join anchors Kelsey Dennehy and Julia Pearl, along with Audrey Marr on sports for the student-driven IU NewsNet from the Media School at Franklin Hall.

25/01/2024

The two deaths of homeless men lead to an evacuation of Seminary Park. We walk through local shelters’ initiatives to ensure safety of everyone in the community. The ongoing events in the Middle East continue to impact IU’s campus. Our Julia Pearl joins us in the studio to report on an IU professor’s suspension and its impact. Also, IU sororities have reported a series of package thefts. Our Ari Betterly reports how they plan to crack down on mail security. Austin Platt reports on the latest news in IU Athletics. Join anchors Kara Adams and Emma Herwehe with 2024 debut of IU NewsNet.

05/12/2023

Today, on the last IU NewsNet Daily of the semester...

A tragic murder happened early Sunday morning at an off-campus house party, and in lighter news, we have some holiday events coming up for you in Bloomington.

In sports, we recap the IU men's soccer loss to Notre Dame last Saturday, along with the latest in Indiana college and professional basketball.

01/12/2023

The Tom Allen era of IU football is over. Allen was booted from the job the day after a gut-wrenching loss to Purdue in the final game of the season. We have insight into the multi-million dollar buyout, and late-breaking news on the man picked to replace him.

Indiana is now an ‘island in a sea of green.” Our Cali Lichter reports on the growing number of Hoosiers calling for ma*****na legalization in the state after Ohio voters made their state the most recent on the list

Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton is down to his last few weeks in office. Anchor Ashton Hackman sat down with the soon-to-be-former mayor to reflect on his time in office.

And in sports, Kara Adams has what you need to know about the new hire who will lead the IU football team. Plus, men’s soccer continues their dance in the national tournament.

Join anchors Ashton Hackman, Noel Fary, and Kara Adams on sports for the final IU NewsNet of the semester!

30/11/2023

Today on IU NewsNet Daily,

We recap the firing of head Indiana football coach Tom Allen and the death of an owner of multiple Bloomington restaurants.

In sports, learn how the IU men's soccer team advanced to the NCAA Tournament quarterfinals and how both Indiana basketball teams are doing.

16/11/2023

A violent attempted sexual assault in Dunn's Woods ends in an arrest thanks to the quick action of bystanders. Our team found that the suspect had been arrested for an eerily similar crime just months prior. Noel Fary talked with the bystanders in that case, and with the Monroe County Prosecutor's Office about why that case was dismissed.

Not many college kids can say they voluntarily get up early. But that's part of the role for those in a program that's shaping students to be the next generation of military leaders.

Reporter Sara Molina brings you a story of a different kind of IU program centered around those who serve. It pairs horses with veterans. Hear about the unique connections that are being made and the purpose the program serves.

And in sports, Thomas Montalbano has the latest on IU athletics, including a championship victory for the men's soccer team, and the first few games for IU men's and women's basketball.

Join anchors Kara Adams and Joe Brennan on this week's all-student-run newscast.

14/11/2023

Today on IU NewsNet Daily,

We'll recap the successful 36-hour weekend members of the IU Dance Marathon had, along with how IU Hillel is coping with the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.

In sports, find out how the IU men's soccer team became Big Ten Tournament Champions for the 16th time in program history, as well as how both IU basketball teams are doing so far this season.

*IUDM & IU Hillel photo credit:

09/11/2023

A Bloomington man is in jail on a murder charge after police say he shot and killed his girlfriend in their garage. Now, neighbors and a legal expert weigh in on the situation.
The future of IU's Kinsey Institute is up in the air as trustees vote on the future. One of the Kinsey faculty members is voicing concern with the process.
IU Dance Marathon is less than a day away. Joe Brennan introduces us to a Dance Marathon who became a Riley "kid" while at IU.
Plus, in sports, men's basketball season is officially underway. We have the highlights from their season opening win. And, both soccer teams are gearing up for post season action.
Join anchors Cali Lichter, Thomas Montalbano, and Joe Brennan on sports for the all-student run newscast.

09/11/2023

Today on IU NewsNet Daily...

Find out where taxpayer money will be spent in the new Bloomington city budget, along with why IU may terminate funding for one of its institutes.

In sports, we've got all the updates on both men's and women's hoops, as well as wrestling and men's soccer.

02/11/2023

He was and is an Indiana legend; a unique man who put IU basketball on the map: we have team coverage of the passing of Bob Knight, who was 83.
Our Josh bode recaps Knight’s life and talked with fans not long after the news broke.
Cali Lichter talked with a man who wrote several books and documented his life, coaching styles, and philosophies.
Plus, hear how IU nation is reacting to the news.

We also have this week’s top headlines including the arrest of two parents for what police say was willful negligence: allowing their 16-year-old son to have fi****ms. Find out what led police to make the arrest.

Daylight savings time ends this weekend, and as clocks turn back and the hours of daylight shortens, there is a greater importance on mental health. Noel Fary has tips on how to keep your mental health in check as the temperatures slide.

Join anchors Ashton Hackman and Kara Adams, plus Ryan Costello on sports for this week’s IU NewsNet.

02/11/2023

On today's IU NewsNet Daily ...

We pay tribute to late Indiana basketball icon, Bob Knight, along with news about the many issues occurring within IU fraternity houses.

In sports, hear about the IU women's hoops first exhibition game last night and the dominating win IU men's soccer had over Rutgers last Sunday.

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