Noon Edition

This Friday on Noon Edition, we will talk with experts about the significance of a no confidence vote and the future of higher education.

Join hosts Bob and Laurie as they talk with the winners of this year's Spring Crossroads Pitch Competition at the Mill

Join host Bob Zaltsberg as he talks with guests at the Wonderlab Musuem about the upcoming solar eclipse.

Join hosts Bob and Laurie talk with experts about why fewer Indiana students are opting to go to college.

Join hosts Bob and Laurie talk with guests about the proposed merger between Childs and Templeton and what impacts it could have.

Join hosts Bob and Sara as they talk with experts about the best ways to start and manage your gardens all year long.

Join hosts Bob and Laurie as they speak with guests about HB 1412 and what it will mean for pet store owners in Indiana.

Join hosts Bob and Laurie speak with guests about the Crossroads Pitch Competition and the business scene in Bloomington.

Join hosts Bob and Laurie speak with lawmakers and experts about the proposed bill and Indiana's literacy issues.

Join hosts Bob and Laurie as they talk with experts about Indiana's Wetlands and the proposed bills being discussed at the statehouse.

Join hosts Bob and Lucas talk with Bloomington Mayor Kerry Thomson about the upcoming year.

Join hosts Bob and Lucas talk with newly elected city council members about the year ahead.

Join hosts Bob and George talk with legal and political experts about some major Supreme Court decisions this year.

Join hosts Bob and Sara as they talk with reporters about what to expect this year.

Listen to host Bob Zaltsberg talk with artificial intelligence experts about the current state of A.I. and potential concerns.

Join host Bob Zaltsberg talk with experts about the current state of global warming and what the future holds.

Join host Bob Zaltsberg talk with legal experts about the issue of attorney shortages in Indiana.

Join hosts Bob and Laurie talk with guests about shopping trends and how to shop for holidays

Join hosts Bob and Sara for a special live Noon Edition discussing the role of private equity in local news

Tune in to a special live Noon Edition out of Terre Haute

Listen to our hosts talk with guests about the passing of legendary IU basketball coach Bobby Knight

Listen to host Bob Zaltsberg talk with guests about the proposed MCCSC referendum before the November ballot

Listen to hosts Bob and Laurie talk with experts about mental health, mental health funding, and suicide rates among Indiana young adults and teens.

Listen to hosts Bob and George talk with guests about the current conflict in Israel and the Gaza Strip.

Listen to hosts Bob and Joe speak with political experts about the firing of Speaker Kevin McCarthy, the ongoing trials with Donald Trump, and more.

Listen to hosts Bob and Laurie talk with guests about the new structure of college athletics and the effect on Big Ten student athletes.  

Join us this Friday, as we will talk with experts about the current state of the economy and potential concerns.    

Join us this Friday, as we will talk with guests about the effects social media has on children. 

Join us this Friday, as we will talk with guests about the current state of homelessness in Monroe County, the new tent ban, and more.

Join us this Friday, as we will talk with guests about the results and the plans to improve.

Join us this Friday, as we will talk with Erik Coyne about his new position and what’s in store for the future of Ivy Tech Bloomington.

Join us this Friday as we will talk with guests about the proposal. 

Join us this Friday as we will talk with guests about the new laws affecting schools, remaining concerns and more.

Join us this Friday as we will talk with guests about the Supreme Court’s rulings.  

Join us this Friday as we will talk with guests about voucher numbers, the expansion of the program, concerns, and more.

Join us this Friday as we will talk with guests about these numbers, impacts from the rulings, and more.

Join us this Friday as we will talk with guests about these numbers, ways to increase happiness, and more.   

Join us this Friday as we will talk with experts about the recent weather effects and air quality in Indiana.

Join us this Friday, as we will talk with guests about the split of the 53-year-old campus and what to expect in the upcoming years.   

Join us this Friday as we will talk with lawmakers about these new laws taking effect next month. 

Join us this Friday as we will talk with law experts about these pending cases and the impacts these rulings could have.  

Join us this Friday as we will talk with financial experts about the actions taken to avoid default and an economic crisis. 

No one agency is responsible for protecting the lake. But one group that’s helping is Friends of Lake Monroe, which has developed the Lake Monroe Watershed Management Plan focused on improving water quality.

This week on Noon Edition, we'll talk with IU Bloomington Provost Rahul Shrivastav about the strategic plan and steps for implementation.

Join us this Friday as we will talk with guests about the life and achievements of Menahem Pressler.

Join us this Friday as we will talk with members of the institute about its research, mission, and future projects. 

Join us this Friday as we will talk with guests about this defamation case, media law, the departures of Carlson and Lemon, and other related issues.

Join us this Friday as we will talk with guests about Russia’s and China’s ties, what impacts it will have on the war in Ukraine, global economic impacts, and other related issues.

Join us this Friday, as we talk with guests about this new data on U.S life expectancy and related issues. 

Join us this Friday as we will talk with guests about the indictment and arrest of former President Trump.

Join us this Friday as we talk with experts about the best ways to start and manage your garden all season long.

Join us this Friday as we talk with finance experts about the ongoing issue of the debt ceiling and arguments about it in Congress.

Join us this Friday as we talk with guests about both team’s winning seasons, their NCAA tournament chances, and more. 

Join us this Friday on Noon Edition as we talk with guests about the discussions for the new jail site, issues with the current jail, and more.  

Join us this Friday, as WFIU hosts a special live broadcast of Noon Edition at the Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Affairs about the effects of the war in Ukraine in light of the one-year mark of Russia's invasion. 

Join us this Friday as we talk with guests about the recent earthquake in Turkey and Syria, relief plans, updates, and more.

Join us this Friday as we talk with public health experts about the event at the statehouse, ways to stay healthy, and more. 

Join us this Friday as we talk with Indiana legislators about what Hoosiers should expect for 2023.

Join us this Friday as we talk with experts about concerns, the positives, and the future of artificial intelligence in the world as we know it.  

Join us this Friday as we talk with experts about disability hiring rates, new opportunities for people with disabilities, and more.  

Join us this Friday as we discuss with health experts about how to stick to your New Year's resolutions.

Join us this Friday as we talk with reporters and editors from all over Indiana about the past year and what to look for in 2023.

Join us this Friday as we talk with our guests about end-of-life doulas and what they do.

Join us this Friday as we talk with experts about climate change, what the U.S. is doing to help, and more.

Join us this Friday as we talk with experts about the current state of the business landscape.

Tune in to this week's Noon Edition to hear our guests talk about what their organizations plan to do for the holiday.

Join us this Friday as we talk with guests about last week's midterms.

Join us this Friday as we talk with our guests about the Supreme Court's discussion of potentially removing race-based admissions from schools.

Join us this Friday as we talk with experts about the rise of mortgage rates in Indiana and the U.S. and what new homeowners should know.

Join us this Friday as we talk with experts about the upcoming elections and everything Indiana residents should know.

Join us this Friday as we talk with experts about Covid-19 numbers, new variants, and potential concerns.

Join us this Friday as we talk with guests about the potential addition of online casinos in Indiana in 2023.

Join us this Friday as we talk with experts about household debt in Indiana and what residents should know.

Join us this Friday as we talk with guests about the history of Title IX and IU's role.

Join us this Friday as we talk with guests about the Kinsey Institute at IU, its history, and its impact.

Join us this Friday as we talk with guests about the Monroe Convention Center's expansion and the struggles between Monroe county and the City of Bloomington to make a deal.

Join us this Friday as we talk with our guests about the college debt relief bill.

Join us this Friday as we talk with guests about students going back to school and any concerns they may have.

Join us this Friday as we talk with President Whitten about her first year and more.

Join us this Friday as we talk with our guests about the special session, bills passed, and more.

Join us this Friday as we talk with our guests about what to look for with monkeypox and COVID-19.

Join us this Friday as we talk with our guests about what Indiana will decide on abortion.

Join us this Friday as we talk with our guests about the future of college athletics.

Join us this Friday as we talk with our guests about this merger and how it will affect performing arts in Bloomington.

Join us as we talk with our guests about natural medicine, its effects, and how its used for medical purposes.

Join us this Friday on Noon Edition as we cover new laws and how they will affect Indiana residents with our guests.

So far, at least 865 people have been charged for their role in storming the Capitol. 

Join us this week as we talk with guests about recent events surrounding the IU Graduate Workers Coalition's request to be recognized as a labor union by the university.

Join us this week as we talk with guests about gun violence and prevention in the context of recent mass shootings.

Join us this week as we talk with our guests about how the pandemic has affected mental health issues and resources available.

Join us this week as we talk with local high school graduates from the class of 2022 about their plans for the future.

Join us this week as we talk with local experts on housing and the economy about the rising value of homes in Monroe County, and what it means for residents.

Join us this week as we talk with service providers and researchers about increased reports of domestic violence in Central Indiana during the pandemic.

The tax hike would generate about $18 million in annual revenue for the City of Bloomington, $11.4 million for Monroe County, and $1.4 million for Ellettsville.

Join us this week as we talk with guests about the UN Climate Report, what to make of the information, and what it means for Hoosiers.

Join us this week as we talk with guests about tips for getting your garden ready for spring, and how to take care of your houseplants.

Join us this week as we talk with local businesses and economic experts about ways business is adjusting to dropping cases.

Join us this week as we talk with advocates and leaders in Monroe County about progress made for Hoosiers with disabilities, what still needs to be done, and changes coming to Stone Belt.

Join us this week as we talk with guests about declines in COVID-19 numbers and what that could mean for public health response.

Join us this week as we talk with guests how the state of public education in Indiana– following pandemic response and the 2022 legislative session.

Join us this week as we talk with guests about Black history and culture in Indiana and Monroe County.

Join us this week as we talk with guests about declining college enrollment.

Currently, about 120,000 Russian troops are along the border and could invade with little notice.

Listen in this week as we talk with guests about recent rises in prices and increased demand, and what that means for Hoosiers.

Join us this week as we talk with lawmakers and our statehouse reporter about what to expect from the 2022 legislative session.

Join us Friday to talk about continued efforts to provide housing and prevent homelessness.

This week, we'll take a look at some of 2021's biggest stories with regional news editors, and look ahead to the next year.

Join us this week as we talk with guests about cryptocurrency, and its role in the economy.

Join us Friday as we talk with guests about how the city is handling clean up after lead paint was scattered across a Bloomington neighborhood during a fire department training exercise.

As of Thursday, Hoosiers 5 and older can register for the COVID-19 vaccine at OurShot.IN.gov.

Rather than a $5,000 base pay increase for police officers, the mayor proposed $5,000 in retention bonuses to be paid across five quarters.

Join us this week and we talk with our guests about declining numbers of young people identifying as religious, while the number people who claim strong affiliation remains consistent.

This week on Noon Edition, we’ll talk with guests about the state redistricting process and the influence it will have on Hoosiers’ economic and political futures. 

Tune in Friday as we talk with IU professors about conversations in Congress this week about the national debt ceiling.

In addition to being the first crew in space without a trained astronaut, Inspiration4 features the first Black female pilot of a spaceflight and the youngest American citizen to fly in space.

The events are the deadliest terrorist attack in history and destroyed more than $10 billion in property and infrastructure. 

The city says benefits include policing, street maintenance, and access to Bloomington Transit. However, some county residents in annexation areas say their property taxes could increase significantly. 

In recent weeks, more than 95,000 people have been evacuated, including 4,500 U.S citizens. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said more than 1,500 U.S. citizens remain in the country. 

The State of Indiana reports breakthrough cases on a weekly basis. As of yesterday, more than 3,000,000 Hoosiers are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and just under 10,000 of them experienced a breakthrough case. Less than 0.009 percent of them were hospitalized.

Counties are subject to the moratorium depending on CDC metrics reported daily. Monroe County is labeled a high level of community transmission. 

Join us this week as we talk with guests about critical race theory and why it's been a topic of statewide and national discussion in recent months.

Join us this week as we talk with climate change and weather experts about recent extreme weather and climate change.

Join us this week as we talk with an educator, local school official, and education reporter about what comes next for Indiana schools after test results were released this month.

Join us this week as we talk about political experts and researchers about Indiana's 2011 redistricting, and what to expect from lines drawn by own lawmakers this fall.

Join us this week as we talk with wildlife experts about the mysterious illness infecting birds across Indiana and several other states.

Join us this week as we talk with public health experts and local health officials about COVID spread in the community and what threat variants could pose to keeping case rates low.

Join us this week as we talk with Sports Illustrated Executive Editor Jon Wertheim and IU Media School's Galen Clavio about the shifting culture in sports business and media.

Join us this week as we talk with people working in hospitality and local economic experts about what summer in Bloomington will look like.

Join us this week as we talk with experts on civil rights and the law about the Supreme Court of the United State's upcoming June decisions.

Join us this week as we talk with Indiana politician Jill Long Thompson and political experts about ethics and the future of democracy.

Join us this week at we talk with city officials about the multiplex amendment and discuss how it will affect residents.

Restaurants that survived the pandemic now face another, unexpected challenge: finding enough workers to fully reopen.  

Join us this week as we talk with graduating high school seniors about their goals, plans for the future, and what it's like to finish school during a pandemic.

Join us as we talk with experts about the emergence of Brood X cicadas, which have been underground since 2004.

Join us this week as we talk with lawmakers about the 2021 legislative session.

Join us this week as we talk with political and public affairs experts about the Biden administration's first 100 days in office.

Join us this week as we talk with public health experts and healthcare workers about the effects of pausing use of the Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccine.

Join us this week as we talk with the Bloomington mayor, a local shelter leader, and policy expert about what needs to be done to improve housing availability for vulnerable people in the community.

Join us this week as we talk about the 7-Line, a protected bike lane set for construction in May. We'll also talk about potential changes to bus routes.

Join us this week as we talk about student learning loss during the pandemic and how it's being addressed.

Join us this week as we discuss what declining COVID case rates indicate and where we are in vaccine distribution.

Join us this week as we talk with scientists about the Perseverance rover and what we will discover about life on Mars from its exploration.

Join us this week as we talk about increases in drug overdoses during the pandemic and what action the state is taking.

Join us this week as we talk with school finance and education experts about bills addressing education this legislative session.

Join us this week as we talk about the prevalence of misinformation and how it affects us.

Join us this week as we talk about plans to redevelop the IU Bloomington Hospital site on Second and Rogers.

Join us this week as we talk with representatives about what we can expect from the 2021 legislative session.

This week, on Noon Edition, we’ll talk about the significance of this event and what it means for American politics.

Join us this week as we talk about the pro-Trump mob that stormed Capitol Hill as Congress met to confirm President-elect Joe Biden's victory.

This week, we took a look back at our 2020 coverage.

Join us this week as we talk about city response to encampments in public parks and local government's responsibility to keep people experiencing homelessness safe amid a pandemic.

Join us this week as we talk about federal death penalties that have been carried out this year and those scheduled to take place before the president-elect is sworn in.

Join us this week as we talk with health officials and experts about COVID-19 vaccine developments.

Join us this week for a prerecorded show as we talk with community leaders in the nonprofit and business sectors about how COVID-19 is affecting the economy heading into the winter months.

Join us this week as we talk about updates to Indiana's COVID-19 status and response.

Join us this week as we talk about Indiana's Republican supermajority in both the House and Senate, which has existed since 2012 and was guaranteed for another two years after elections last week.

Join us this week as we talk about following incoming national election results.

Join us this week as we talk about local response to COVID-19 increases in the state.

Join us this week as we discuss what to expect in the weeks leading up to Election Day.

Join us this week as we talk about how festivals have canceled or adapted because of the pandemic and how this will affect southern Indiana.

Join us this week as we talk about how schools are adapting to COVID-19.

Today we'll talk about President Donald Trump's announcement to nominate judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court. We'll close the hour with an IU Health doctor, discussing how to prevent spread of COVID-19 as the state reopens.

Join us this week to talk about how IU Athletics is preparing for new rules that allow college athletes to profit from third-party deals.

Join us this week as we discuss COVID-19 positivity rates locally and statewide.

Join us this week as we talk about how COVID-19 has changed work life.

Join us this week as we discuss the 2021 city budget and initial hearings.

This week we're talking about the potential rise in evictions as financial struggles of the pandemic continue and the moratorium on evictions ends.

Join us this week as we talk about increased mail-in ballots and what options you have in Indiana.

Join us this week as we talk about IU Bloomington move-in plans and precautions for the fall semester.

Join us this week as we talk with health experts county officials about Indiana's efforts to prevent spread of COVID-19.

Join is this week as we discuss the significance of the three federal executions that took place last week at the U.S. Penitentiary in Terre Haute.

Join us this week on Noon Edition as we talk with educators and MCCSC officials about plans for the 2020-2021 school year.

Join us this week as we talk with the IndyStar's investigative team about their work breaking the story on USA Gymnastics mishandling of sexual abuse cases, and the new documentary out on Netflix which follows their coverage.

Join us at noon as we revisit our November show hosted with a live audience. Recently, this show won a first-place prize for audience engagement from the Public Media Journalists Association.

Join us this week as we talk with local leaders and health experts about local plans to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

This week on Noon Edition, we’re talking about plans for the 2020 academic year for MCCSC and what’s being taken into consideration for the fall. 

Join us this week as we talk about how COVID-19 has affected the way advocates and caregivers provide services and interact with residents.

Join us this week as we talk about recent protests and demonstrations and how to prevent further violence against the black community.

Join us this week as we speak with community leaders about the next steps for Monroe County in responding to COVID-19.

Join us this week as we talk to recent high school graduates about their plans and graduating in the time of COVID-19.

Join us this week as we talk about recent layoffs, furloughs, and cut pay for employees in the news industry.

Join us this week as we talk about concerns of domestic violence during quarantine.

Join us Monday as we discuss Gov. Holcomb's plans to reopen Indiana businesses and Monroe County's extended Emergency Health Declaration.

Join us this week as we discuss the possibility of Gov. Holcomb easing restrictions on "stay-at-home" order as it ends May 1.

Join us this week as we talk about what it looks like to work in medicine during COVID-19.

Join us this week as we talk about local efforts to mitigate harm COVID-19 will have to the economy.

Join us this week as we talk about what hospitals are doing to prepare to treat COVID-19 patients as numbers rise throughout the state.

Join us this week as we discuss how to cope with the stresses COVID-19 brings to day-to day life and planning for the future.

Join us this week as we discuss local government efforts to adjust to pressures the novel coronavirus has put on the community.

Join us this week as we given an update on the coronavirus in Indiana and what our health systems are doing to slow its spread.

Join us this week for an update on the coronavirus in the state and what Hoosiers can expect in the coming weeks.

Join us this week as we discuss a possible local income tax to create a Sustainability Investment Fund.

Join us this week as we talk about awareness of women's health needs as they age.

Join us this week as we talk about credit debt why Americans are having trouble paying it back on time.

Join us this week as we talk about modern trends in romantic commitment.

Join us this week as we talk about legislation that could make it illegal to hold a cell phone and drive.

Join us this week as we discuss the Coronavirus and how it's affecting dynamics on a global and local scale.

Join us this week as we discuss coming changes to bus routes in Bloomington and the city's transportation needs.

Join us this week as we discuss recent events between the U.S. and Iran following the killing of a high ranking Iranian military leader in a U.S. drone strike at Baghdad’s international airport.

Join us this week as we talk with Bloomington's four new city council members about their goals for 2020.

Join us this week as we review the 2019 Legislative Session and look ahead to 2020.

Tune in this week as our hosts talk with reporters and editors in the state about the top stories in Indiana for 2019.

With holiday spending hitting record highs this winter, join us this week as we discuss consumer habits and how retailers are adapting.

Join us this week as we talk to Indiana University President Michael McRobbie about IU's Bicentennial, which begins next month, and what's to come for the university.

Join us this week as we talk with members of the Regional Opportunity Initiatives about its progress and key areas of development in the Indiana Uplands.

This week on Noon Edition, different leaders from local nonprofits came to discuss community engagement during the winter and year-round.

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Join us this week as we discuss the historical significance of the fall of the Berlin Wall.

Join us this week as we discuss the Bloomington Housing Study and what the city's needs will be as the population expands.

Join us this week as we discuss the availability of healthcare practitioners in the state and potential solutions.

Join us this week for a conversation about recent climate strikes and what the future holds.

Join us this Friday to as we discuss the political implications of the impeachment inquiry on President Trump.

Join us for a live show at downtown Bloomington's Social Cantina this Friday as we talk about the changing restaurant scene in Bloomington.

Join us this week for a discussion about the changes to parking regulations and how they affect Bloomington residents and the downtown area.

Join us this week as we discuss the role of surveillance in society and its advancements in technology.

Though most Democratic presidential candidates are vocal in their support of expansion of health coverage, many candidates do not agree on the means or time frame for this goal. 

Join us this week as we discuss the the possibility of an upcoming recession and what it would mean in the state and nation.

Join us this week as we discuss the merger of two of the largest newspaper companies in the U.S. and the future of local journalism.

Join us this week for Noon Edition as we revisit Woodstock to talk about its lasting legacy and how it forever changed live concerts.

Join us this week as we discuss how recent mass shootings affect public mental health.

Join us this week as we discuss freedom of speech and safety in the public sphere at the Bloomington Community Farmers' Market.

Join us this week as we discuss how housing demands in the nation and in the city are changing.

Join us this week as we talk about the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon mission.

Join us this week to discuss corporations participating in Pride and how it affects the LGBTQ community.

Join us this week as we discuss how recent heavy rains affect farmers and agriculture across the Midwest.

Join us this week to talk about suicide and mental health in the state and nation.

Join us this week as we discuss the unusual amount of tornadoes and severe weather the Midwest has experienced in the last month.

Join us this week to talk about the history of racism in Indiana and how it affects the present and future here.

Join us this week to talk about child welfare and advocacy.

Join us this week as we talk about high school seniors' plans after high school.

Join us this week as we talk about student debt and financial literacy.

This week on Noon Edition we'll discuss the dispute between defining public and private sections of the Lake Michigan's shoreline in Indiana.

Join us this week to discuss development plans for the Monroe Convention Center.

Join us this week as we discuss IU’s alcohol sales at Indiana Memorial Stadium this fall.

Join us this week on Noon Edition as we discuss the impact of the new state budget on school funding.

Join us for a special Noon Edition as we discuss Senator Lugar's legacy.

Join us this week on Noon Edition as we discuss arts and entertainment in Brown County.

Join us this week on Noon Edition for our discussion of the crisis facing recycling programs.

Join us this week on Noon Edition as we discuss charitable giving.

Join us this week as we answer your questions about spring gardening in Southern Indiana.

Join us this week as we discuss the threat of antimicrobial resistance.

Join us this week on Noon Edition as we discuss the plans for the future of Bloomington transportation.

Join us this week on Noon Edition as we discuss pharmaceutical companies, health insurance and Diabetes.

Join us this week on Noon Edition as we discuss the 2020 US Census and concerns about the citizenship question.

Join us this week on Noon Edition as we discuss the epidemic of young people vaping in the United States.

Join us this week on Noon Edition as we discuss declining fertility rates in the United States.

Join us this week as we talk to a panel of journalists about job cuts in journalism and the future of the industry.

Noon Edition is celebrating 20 years on the air! We're taking the show on the road for one day only and we’d like to see you there.

Join us this week on Noon Edition as we discuss the state of gaming in Indiana in 2019.

Join us this week on Noon Edition as we discuss efforts to ensure the safety of young Hoosiers on their way to school.

Join us this week on Noon Edition as we preview the upcoming legislative session with a panel of lawmakers and experts.

On this week’s Noon Edition, we talk to newspaper editors from around the state about the year’s biggest national and local stories.

Join us this week on Noon Edition as we discuss immigration and refugees.

This week on Noon Edition we talk to a panel of guests who are involved in supporting and revitalizing smaller downtown areas.

This week on Noon Edition we discuss the development of theater and film in Bloomington.

Join us this week on Noon Edition as we talk to a panel of veteran journalists about the challenges facing journalists covering the Trump Administration.

This week on Noon Edition we talk to a panel of city leaders and safety professionals about the rollout of two scooter services in Bloomington.

Join us this week on Noon Edition as we talk to a panel of experts about how to deal with antisemitism in today's America.

This week on Noon Edition we talk to a panel of experts about what the future of climate change holds for Hoosiers.

This week on Noon Edition we talk to a panel of Hoosier voters about the upcoming election in November.

This week on Noon Edition we discuss the housing bubble ten years on.

This week on Noon Edition we discuss Indiana's aging water infrastructure and Hoosiers' access to clean water.

On this week's Noon Edition, we discuss the allegations against Brett Kavanaugh in the "MeToo" era.

On this week’s Noon Edition, we examine the current state of affairs in the fight against Alzheimer's Disease.

On this week’s Noon Edition, we discuss the surge in maternal mortality and how it can occur in the richest country in the world.

On this week's Noon Edition, we'll discuss widening income inequality in Indiana and around the country.

We'll discuss the treatment of Shelly Fitzgerald by the Roncalli High School leadership and the implications for school voucher programs in the Hoosier State on this week's Noon Edition.

We'll discuss the Hepatitis A outbreak in Indiana on this week's Noon Edition.

We'll discuss these questions and more as we look at school safety on this week's Noon Edition.

On this week's Noon Edition, we discuss Ernie Pyle's life, legacy, and impact on the Hoosier state and across the country.

We'll discuss the protection of our elections and more on this week's Noon Edition.

This week on Noon Edition we talk about the opioid crisis in Indiana and the City of Bloomington's decision to publish detailed overdose information on a city website.

This week on Noon Edition, we talk about the effect of automation on employment in Indiana and beyond.

This week on Noon Edition we talk about the prevention of foodborne illnesses and what you can do to protect yourself.

This week on Noon Edition, we talk about the construction of I-69. Section 5 from Bloomington to Martinsville has been delayed several times, but officials say they're on track to open in August.

This week on Noon Edition, Democratic leaders weigh in on the state of their party and the results of the state's primary elections held last month.

This week on Noon Edition, Republican leaders weigh in on the state of the party and what their hopes for the November midterm elections.

This week on Noon Edition, our panel talks about the challenges of getting an education while homeless and what resources exist to help students succeed.

This week on Noon Edition, we explore how the states's county jails became so overcrowded and what solutions are being discussed to solve the issue.

This week on Noon Edition: There are more than 29,000 kids in Indiana's child welfare system. How is the state helping these vulnerable kids?

On this week's show, we're joined by four local high school seniors. They'll be here to discuss their accomplishments and future plans.

This week on Noon Edition: A new nationwide survey finds that nearly half of Americans suffer from feelings of loneliness and isolation.

This week on Noon Edition: Indiana's primary election is coming next week with many interesting races to follow at the local and state level.

With more teenagers becoming involved in political activism, how will this translate to the upcoming midterm elections and beyond? This week on Noon Edition.

The Fair Housing Act of 1968 was an ambitious piece of legislation aimed at ending inequality where Americans live. How much has changed in our neighborhoods since the bill’s passing?

This week on Noon Edition: China is striking back against the Trump administration’s tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminum by imposing their own tariffs.

A new report says pollution and climate change are causing severe damage to the world's coral reefs. This could have far-reaching effects on fisheries, food security, and marine wildlife.

Your favorite gardening experts Helen May and Don Adamson are back for WFIU's annual spring gardening show.

This week marks the end of the 2018 Indiana General Assembly legislative session. Bills ranged from the controversial to the historic. This week on Noon Edition, state lawmakers discussed the 2018 legislative session.

Airlines are cracking down on emotional support animals after a passenger attempted to bring a peacock onto a United Airlines flight.

Nearly all mass shootings and Can understanding masculinity help to curb the patterns of violence committed by men?

In the wake of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Shooting in Florida, the nation is once again grappling with the debate over gun control.

The proposal seeks to take give a majority of SNAP recipients half of their benefits in a home-delivered food package.

2017 was one of the most brutal years for the retail industry with record-setting bankruptcies and store closings of roughly 8,000 stores over various chains.

Indiana House lawmakers unanimously passed a resolution pushing for a state legislative committee to study medical marijuana.

House Bill 1005 would mandate townships of with populations less than 1,200 to merge with other townships over the next five years.

At-home DNA tests have grown in popularity, especially over the holiday season. On this episode, we dig into the race, health, and privacy issues of DNA tests.

The year 1968 marked the end of the Civil Rights Movement. 50 years later, we reflect on the events of that significant era.

18 states and 20 cities are starting the new year with higher minimum wages. On this Noon Edition, we discuss the patchwork of minimum wages across the country.

On this episode, we look back at the stories that made headlines in 2017—from the opioid crisis to the debate over cold beer.

The FCC voted to scrap rules on net neutrality. This week, we revisit an episode on internet regulations and what would happened without net neutrality.

Bloomington City Council members Wednesday will vote on whether or not to adopt a controversial development plan.

The Monroe County Council passed a food and beverage tax to fund a much-debated expansion for the county convention center.

With the passing of the Senate's tax bill, Republicans are now one step closer to the biggest federal tax overhaul in 30 years.

Sexual misconduct allegations have exploded in the public view in recent months. On this episode of Noon Edition, we discuss the recent string of allegations.

It's that time of year again that can stress out even the best of us. How do we manage all the stress that comes with the holidays?

Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations, or CAFO's, are a major part of Indiana's livestock business, but a source of conflict for the people that live near them.

November marks the beginning of Native American Heritage Month. The month is a time to celebrate the rich diversity, traditions and histories of Native people.

The Northwest, Central, and Southern Indiana regions have thrown in their bids for the next Amazon headquarters.

For the first time in the organization's over 100-year history, the Boy Scouts will be fully inclusive for girls.

No-till agriculture was thought to help prevent water pollution, but a new IUPUI study says that's not the case.

Artificial intelligence technology is advancing. Some embrace AI while others warn of its potential threats to humanity. This week on Noon Edition.

Fall is finally here which means Noon Edition's annual fall gardening show is back!

North Korea's nuclear weapons program is advancing rapidly. This week, our panelists will discuss what can be done to contain the North Korean threat.

Education Secretary Betsy DeVos called the policies a "failed system" and repeatedly emphasized the plight of the accused.

President Trump moved to eliminate DACA, which grants benefits to immigrants who came to the United States and protects them from deportation.

On this week's Noon Edition, we'll discuss the college experience, underage drinking and sexual assault.

As humans, we're faced with the knowledge that one day will be our last day. How do we best prepare for it?

Monday's upcoming solar eclipse will be the first event in decades in the United States.

In a special Noon Edition, we will discuss hatred and racism in America following the violent events in Charlottesville, VA.

The Constitution ensures the right to representation in criminal prosecutions. Is Indiana's public defender system equipped to uphold that right for all people?

A Wisconsin company is offering its employees tiny chip implants. Are embedded microchips the way of the future?

Republican efforts to repeal the Affordable Care Act failed after a decisive vote by Senator John McCain.

It's summertime, which means many Americans are checking books off their summer reading lists. This week, we are talking about the changing world of reading.

This week we'll discuss how Bloomington continues to implement new actions and programs to combat criminal activity and drug abuse in the downtown area.

This week we're joined by state legislators to talk about various new laws going into effect and what they mean for Hoosiers.

The USDA requires all public schools to put student lunch debt policies into writing by July 1. Many are calling MCCSC's policy "lunch shaming."

The observance of Ramadan is considered one of the Five Pillars of the Islamic faith. This week our guests will discuss the holy month and how it is celebrated.

Internet law has seen constant change and debate in recent years. Tune in to learn how national and international policies can impact your own service.

Many cities have upgraded how they collect and manage waste and recyclables in recent years, including Bloomington and Columbus.

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Join us this year as students from Harmony, Bloomington South High School, and Brown County High School reflect and look forward on their educations.

This year approximately 14 percent of Hoosiers qualify as being food insecure. What are Indiana communities doing to fix this?

Camping season already underway in Indiana, but has been mostly washed out thus far. What will we see for the rest of the summer?

This week on Noon Edition our panel will be discussing the current efforts to address student loan debt, and to improve student financial literacy.

This week we are joined by legislators and statehouse reporters to wrap-up this year's legislative session.

Advocates and researchers are hopeful that the bill will be signed into law, despite the previous remarks of Gov. Holcomb

Following a deadly chemical weapon attack on civilians, the now six-year-long Syrian civil war is once again in the international spotlight, provoking condemnation, speculation, and in the case of the U.S., a direct attack.

The Bloomington craft beer festival will feature many breweries from throughout the state, giving for a unified view of current Indiana craft beer culture

Our panelists will discuss potential solutions to reforming redistricting, as well as some of the recent failed efforts.

Because of rights, laws, and social norms, what it means to identify as a woman in America has changed immensely throughout the last century

Our semi-annual gardening show is back again, with our expert panelists Helen May and Don Adamson

With tornado season right around the corner, we'll speak with chasers and meteorologists who work to cover the midwest's deadliest storms.

Sci-fi literature and film often serve as the catalyst for engaging youth in science education. But how far off from fact is science fiction?

Many of the areas in question have been slated for annexation for over a decade, the last an annexation such as this occurred.

Incidents of lead poisoning have declined after lead was eliminated from gasoline, but lead hazards are still found in Indiana communities.

This week on Noon Edition we'll talk about the lack of high-speed and broadband internet access in rural areas.

Republican lawmakers are intending to repeal and replace the provisions from the affordable care act, but public opinion shows favor for a replacement.

This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss the history of the state parks over the past 100 years.

What is next for healthcare in America, and how will you choose the right plan for 2017?

This week on Noon Edition, we’ll discuss how to know what news sources to trust and where to find accurate information about current events.

This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss the state of democracy in the United States, and how you fit into it.

This week on Noon Edition, our experts are here to answer your questions about preparing for Thanksgiving dinner.

This week on Noon Edition we'll talk about the 2016 election results with guests from around the state.

This week on Noon Edition we'll speak to experts from around the state about a report that ranks Indiana 45th on mental illness prevalence and care.

This week on Noon Edition we'll spoke with guests from around the state about baseball's place in Indiana sports culture.

This week on Noon Edition we'll speak with local guests about the vote to protect hunting and fishing rights in Indiana.

This week on Noon Edition we discuss the election and cyber-security. We'll ask experts if the election can be manipulated by hackers.

This week on Noon Edition we'll meet with local experts to talk about the complex issues surrounding refugee resettlement.

This week on Noon Edition we'll speak to three people who worked on the Bicentennial Visioning Project.

This week we’ll catch up with three Indiana voters, to see if their minds or perceptions have changed in the three months since they last joined the show.

This week on Noon Edition we'll talk to local experts about new studies in brain research and the current state of brain research in Indiana and the country.

This week on Noon Edition, we're hosting our own conversation about opoiods such as heroin and the effects they are having on the community.

This week on Noon Edition we'll speak to local experts and advocates about the funding and approval process for charter schools in Indiana.

This week on Noon Edition we'll speak to local experts about homelessness and panhandling in Bloomington.

This week on Noon Edition we'll speak to local experts about the state of Brazil and the 2016 Rio Olympics.

This week on Noon Edition we'll speak with local experts and advocates about the Black Lives Matter movement.

This week on Noon Edition we spoke to three first year teachers about their experience.

This week on Noon Edition we'll speak with experts about Indiana politics.

This week on Noon Edition we spoke with experts about a court case deciding whether private university police departments must comply with public records laws.

This week on Noon Edition we'll talk to three local guests about living and working as a Muslim in Indiana.

This week we'll talk to legal experts about the Supreme Court's decision to uphold an affirmative action program at the University of Texas.

We'll talk to local advocates about how the LGBT community is responding to the Orlando shooting, and what might be done to prevent it from happening again.

The new rules go into effect December 1, and business are facing difficult decisions leading up to the deadline.

This week on Noon Edition, we will be discussing all things bees.

Graduation can bring on a time of great change in a student's life, and we will take a moment to look at what lies ahead of a few area graduates.

This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss invasive plants.

Next week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss your perspectives on the primary.

This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss school referenda.

This week on Noon Edition, our experts will answer your fitness questions.

This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss the Indiana primary on May 3rd.

This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss palliative care.

This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss the state's new controversial abortion law.

This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss the state of health in Indiana.

This week on Noon Edition, our gardening experts are back to answer your questions.

This week on Noon Edition, we'll discuss this year's legislative session.

This week on Noon Edition, we'll talk school starts times for Monroe County students.

This week on Noon edition, we'll talk filmmaking in Indiana.

This week on Noon Edition, we’ll discuss how the HIV outbreak began and what’s next for affected counties.

This week on Noon Edition, we'll talk about water quality. What is safe drinking water? How does good water turn bad?