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June 12, 2025

 

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Decision time on key cases for Supreme Court

A number of the cases reflect the societal battles playing out across the country and affect millions of Americans.

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June 4, 2025

 

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Higher ed at crossroads under Trump administration

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May 29, 2025

 

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Leaving the halls: A conversation with graduating high school seniors

This week, Bob Zaltsberg talks with graduating high school seniors about their plans after graduation.

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May 22, 2025

 

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The Indy 500: a Hoosier tradition and money-maker for the state

This week on Noon Edition, we'll talk about Indiana's motor racing culture and the sport's economic foot print.

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May 13, 2025

 

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Vatican breaks ground with first pope from United States

Formerly Cardinal Robert Prevost from Chicago, Pope Leo XIV has been the head of the Catholic church for a little more than a week.

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May 8, 2025

 

Civics-focused students face uncertain future

On this week’s Noon Edition, we’ll discuss how the political and economic landscape has shifted and how college students are planning to tackle an uncertain future.

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April 28, 2025

 

The Impact of the Holocaust

On our May 2 episode of Noon Edition, we’ll host a discussion from the CANDLES Holocaust Museum and Education Center in Terre Haute. 

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April 24, 2025

 

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Local communities bracing for lost property tax revenue

Monroe County is projected to earn about $37 million less in revenue over the next three years.

April 15, 2025

 

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Are we in a Constitutional crisis?

On this week’s Noon Edition, we’ll host a discussion about the perceived threats to the Constitution and civil liberties by the Trump administration and the state of Indiana.

April 9, 2025

 

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Convention Center expansion picking up steam

Trees have been cut down, parking barriers installed, and plans are underway for construction to begin in June on the expansion of the convention center in downtown Bloomington.

April 2, 2025

 

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Indiana community response to invasion of Ukraine

With the election of Donald Trump as president, the U.S.’s position has shifted from full-throated support of Ukraine to a brief suspension of aid and a demand that Ukraine accept conditions of a cease-fire.

March 26, 2025

 

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2025 Spring Fund Drive Show

This week on Noon Edition Bob Zaltsberg and John Bailey will look back at previous Noon Edition shows during a special spring fund drive show.

March 19, 2025

 

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How cities are combatting climate change

Climate change can impact the weather in a number of ways, from more severe storms to extreme temperatures and drought.

March 12, 2025

 

Tariffs, federal spending cuts have some economists worried

There’s also the concern across multiple industries if President Trump goes through with the promise of mass deportations of undocumented workers.

March 5, 2025

 

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Indiana legislative session hits the halfway point

Indiana lawmakers returned to the statehouse this week for the second half of the 2025 legislative session. They still have to finish crafting a two-year budget and address a number of bills that advanced out of committees.

February 26, 2025

 

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Indiana University rolls out program focused on real-world experience

This week on Noon Edition we’ll talk with the deans of IU’s College of Arts and Sciences to hear more about IU’s new initiative.

February 19, 2025

 

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Experts discuss Bloomington refugee programs

This week on Noon Edition, we’ll talk with experts from Exodus the Bloomington Support Network and IU to get their insights on Bloomington's refugee programs. 

February 12, 2025

 

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Kirkwood Avenue outdoor dining starts in April

This week on Noon Edition we’ll discuss the closure of Kirkwood and what local residents can expect.

February 5, 2025

 

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The MCCSC superintendent and school board president discuss their plans for the future

This week on Noon Edition we’ll talk with MCCSC Superintendent Markay Winston and school board President April Hennessy to discuss issues facing their school system.

January 29, 2025

 

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Experts discuss anti-DEI bills in Indiana

This week on Noon Edition, we’ll talk with experts to discuss changes to diversity, equity and inclusion programs in Indiana. 

January 23, 2025

 

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Experts and content creator discuss TikTok ban and cybersecurity

This week on Noon Edition we’ll talk with IU professors of cyber security and media ethics as well as a TikTok creator. 

January 15, 2025

 

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IU Bloomington ranks 5th in number of students studying abroad

This week on Noon Edition we’ll talk with directors and student advisors, about IU’s Education Abroad growth.

January 9, 2025

 

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Historians look back on Jimmy Carter's presidency and impact on the United States

This week on Noon Edition we’ll talk with Indiana historians to get their insights on Carter’s presidency and his impact on U.S history.

January 1, 2025

 

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2025 Indiana legislative session starts on January 8

This week on Noon Edition, we’ll talk with Indiana senators and house of representative to hear their insights and get a preview on the upcoming legislative session.

December 20, 2024

 

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WFIU reporters reflect on 2024's top stories

This week on a pre-recorded Noon Edition, you’ll hear from our station's reporters about their favorite stories from 2024.

December 19, 2024

 

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IU faces Notre Dame in College Football Playoffs

This week on Noon Edition, we’ll talk with veteran sports journalists Bob Kravitz, Rick Bozich, and Nat Newell about Friday’s game, this remarkable season and whether the Hoosiers can sustain their success.

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