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UPDATE: 29-year-old motorcyclist identified in deadly crash with semi-truck
SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- UPDATE: The St. Joseph County Prosecutor's Office reports on Wednesday, around 6:36 p.m., officers responded to a crash involving an Amazon tractor semi-trailer and a motorcycle at S.R. 2 at Chapel Lane in South Bend. Police arrived to find the motorcyclist, identified as 29-year-old Tyler Lee...
Counting Down The Irish — No. 12 OG-Billy Schrauth
Lauded by others for three springs and two football seasons behind the scenes, Schrauth is ready to make his mark between the lines as Notre Dame’s starting right guard Year 3. Irish Illustrated runs a weekly series during the spring and fall seasons titled "Irish at the Mic." It's...
Notre Dame football’s Gino Guidugli getting more credit on the recruiting front
Over the last year and a half, there’s been a ton of talk about how much the Notre Dame football program has changed how it does business on the recruiting front. Marcus Freeman has gotten a ton of respect for that. However, there’s one man who probably deserves more credit.
Notre Dame Law School clinic to be named the Lindsay and Matt Moroun Religious Liberty Clinic
Notre Dame Law School announced July 10 that its Religious Liberty Clinic will now be named the Lindsay and Matt Moroun Religious Liberty Clinic. The announcement was made during the fourth annual Notre Dame Religious Liberty Summit, which brings together the world’s leading defenders of religious liberty for conversation among clergy, scholars, politicians and advocates.
Energy News Roundup: Climate change, energy transition are transforming the Great Lakes region
Those living near the Palisades nuclear power plant in Southwest Michigan remain divided over plans to resurrect it. The proposed recommissioning would be the first for a retired nuclear plant in the United States — but could pave the way for more. At a recent meeting in Benton Harbor that marked the opening of a federal public comment period, some of the plant’s neighbors said they were excited about the jobs it would bring back or the low-carbon electricity it would send flowing back onto the grid. Others were skeptical that the recommissioning would be cost-effective or safe. The public comment period ends on July 29.
Boyfriend of Portage mom of 8 arraigned in her murder case
PORTAGE, Mich. — Carlos Watts Jr., 38, has been arraigned in the murder of a Portage mother who went missing in December 2022. According to court documents, his arraignment came on July 15. He was charged with the murder on Jan. 10, 2024. Heather Kelley, 35, is a mother...
South Bend police say gun violence incidents are down compared to last year
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - The South Bend Police Department had some good news at its quarterly public safety meeting on Thursday. Comparing this time last year, gun violence incidents are down from 417 to 335. Police say they have also taken more guns off our streets — 388 this...
Backyard to the Brickyard: Studebaker at Indy, exhibit starts Thursday
SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- The Studebaker National Museum announced it will unveil its new exhibition, Backyard to the Brickyard: Studebaker at Indy, on Thursday morning. Racing fans and history buffs are invited to learn about the Studebaker factory-backed Indianapolis 500 team from 1932 and 1933. There will be a special...
ESPN college football writers rank Notre Dame Stadium fourth-best
College football will be here before you know it, and that means anticipation of going to its hallowed stadiums. Among those excited for it are the ESPN writers who cover the sport. To reflect that, ESPN asked 14 of them to rank their top 20 stadiums in order. From there, the top 25 stadiums would be determined.
SBPD’s next ‘Prospect Day’ set for Aug 24
The South Bend Police Department’s next “Prospect Day” is set for Saturday, Aug. 24th. This is where applicants interested in becoming a South Bend Police Officer can accomplish all their qualifying tests, physical and otherwise, in just one day. Officers hired this year can earn $74,000 plus...
The Botany Shop hosting ‘Plant Pride’ celebration this Saturday
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - Calling all plant lovers! There’s an event happening this weekend in South Bend that’s right up your alley!. We’re talking about the 3rd annual Plant Pride at The Botany Shop. It’s an open house-style block party that’s taking place on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Chicago man gets six years for selling guns in Michigan City
SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- After pleading guilty to being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm, 42-year-old Allory Smith was sentenced to six years in prison followed by two years of supervised release earlier this week. According to documents in the case, in January 2023, Smith sold a rifle,...
Hotels, restaurants look forward to the $1.3 million boost from twirling competition
SOUTH BEND ― This is the only time of year when you can drive by an area hotel and quite possibly catch some bedazzled youth in a parking lot practicing incredible feats with a baton. Known for many years as America’s Youth on Parade, the name of the event...
SBCSC to host a series of meetings for parents ahead of 2023-24 school year
SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- The South Bend Community School Corporation will be holding a series of meetings for parents to connect with school employees as well as each other before the start of the 2024-2025 school year. The sessions will take place at the following dates and locations:. Date: July...
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