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'You make me want to hit you': Docs reveal new details in Heather Kelley disappearance
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Probable cause documents released Friday by the Kalamazoo County Sheriff's Office are providing new details surrounding the disappearance of Heather Kelley, and the eventual arrest of her boyfriend Carlos Watts Jr. Kelley, a Portage mother of eight, disappeared on Dec. 10, 2022 after telling her children...
Notre Dame football's WR recruiting problems deepen after another loss
As we kick off Saturday morning, the Notre Dame football team has a problem. They just keep losing recruiting battles for wide receivers. Earlier this week, the Fighting Irish lost another battle. LaVerne, California wide receiver Dylan Robinson made his decision between the Irish, UCLA, and Washington. There was a time when it felt like ND was the front-runner.
Elkhart County 4-H Fair attendees warn of "Fair-Flation"
ELKHART, Ind. -- The Elkhart County 4-H Fair opened their gates Friday morning, kicking off 9-days full of fair food, concerts, rides and more. However, those rides have caused some mixed feelings among fair attendees. Some feel the rides require too many tickets per single ride, like Lifetime fairgoer and Goshen resident, Gregg Zentez.
Saint Joseph Health System, UnitedHealthcare reach agreement to keep patients in network
(WNDU) - After announcing a split earlier this month that impacted thousands of patients, Saint Joseph Health System and UnitedHealthcare have reached a new multi-year agreement. The agreement, which went into effect Friday, reinstates in-network access to the Saint Joseph Health System hospitals, doctors, and specialists for patients covered by...
Greene, Marquette and Eggleston elementary placed on 30 day listing after SB School committee meeting
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) On Friday afternoon the new South Bend School Committee held a public demolition meeting to discuss the future of five non-operating school buildings. According to our reporting partners the South Bend Tribune, back in April the committee voted 4-3 to demolish the old Marquette School, the former Greene Intermediate Center and Eggleston Elementary School.
Copper wiring, tools stolen from electrical substation in southwest Michigan
ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, MI – Police are investigating a theft that occurred at an electrical substation in southwest Michigan in June. A larceny was reported at the AEP Mottville Substation, 10005 North River Road in Mottville, north of the Michigan and Indiana boarder, where multiple items appeared to have been taken by someone trespassing on the site, according to the Michigan State Police.
Marcus Freeman Sees Bright Future for Notre Dame
Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman is exuding optimism as he looks ahead to Fall camp and the 2024 college football season. In New York this week for a pre-season media blitz, Freeman was interviewed by Notre Dame alum Hannah Storm on ESPN’s SportsCenter on Thursday. Freeman touched on several topics just weeks before training camp kicks off, including new talent on the offense and the highly anticipated season-opening game against Texas A&M.
Bronson Police looking to form community security camera program
BRONSON, MI (WTVB) – The Bronson Police Department wants to start a community-based program to compile a list of residences and businesses with exterior security camera systems. This would include multiple cameras and or a single doorbell camera. Police Chief Stephen Johnson says the list would assist them in...
Federal Sentence for Gun Sale in Michigan City
(South Bend, IN) - A Chicago man has been sentenced on a federal gun charge with ties to Michigan City. In January of last year, 42-year-old Allory Smith of Chicago sold a rifle, a handgun, and ammunition to a buyer in the Michigan City area. According to authorities, Smith referred to the rifle as a “real license to kill” because he believed it had previously been reported stolen. With several prior felony convictions, Smith is prohibited from possessing firearms.
Greg McElroy Compares Top College Football Quarterback To Jayden Daniels
Marcus Freeman grabbed another promising quarterback through the transfer portal for the second straight year, bringing in former Duke Blue Devil Riley Leonard. Leonard committed to Notre Dame following Duke head coach Mike Elko's departure for Texas A&M, which gives the Fighting Irish a dual threat to replace the departed Sam Hartman. In addition to a new quarterback, Freeman also brought Mike Denbrock back to South Bend as offensive coordinator. Denbrock replaces Gerad Parker, who left the program to become head coach at Troy. Denbrock was on Brian Kelly's LSU Tigers coaching staff last season and helped develop quarterback Jayden Daniels into the 2023 Heisman Trophy winner. © MANDATORY CREDIT GREG SWIERCZ &sol USA TODAY NETWORK ESPN analyst Greg McElroy said the pairing makes Leonard an exciting addition for Notre Dame, even stating that he sees similarities with fashion that Daniels performed before he played for Denbrock.
Personnel Notebook: Micah Shrewsberry on the Deeper Irish
Two freshmen have been limited but Notre Dame’s new-look roster has received a mid-summer boost from a pair of graduate-transfers who’ve already forced their way into the proceedings. Among Notre Dame head coach Micah Shrewsberry's extended session with the local media Thursday afternoon was a conglomerate of news,...
Firefighters' Blues Festival raises funds for fire safety education programs
MISHAWAKA, Ind. (WSBT) — Get ready to groove and support our local heroes at the 25th annual Firefighters' Blues Festival. The family friendly event will kick off Saturday at noon at Kamm Island Park in Mishawaka. The Local 362 All Stars will take the stage first at 1 p.m.,...
Veterans receive free essentials at giveaway event in Mishawaka
MISHAWAKA, Ind. (WSBT) — Veterans in our area are well stocked on essentials thanks to a giveaway event in Mishawaka. The annual Military Veteran Stand Down at Mishawaka's Jackie Walorski VA Clinic was open to all veterans, service members and their families. Over 60 vendors participated in Friday's event...
Granger's Bella Bauer as Miss Indiana Teen 2024
Recent Penn High School Graduate and soon-to-be student at Purdue University, Bella Bauer is representing the state of Indiana as Miss Indiana Teen 2024. Though she won the biggest title at the competition, Bauer also won the preliminary talent award, overall dance award, tied for the overall interview award and the Joy of Life award.
South Bend Farmer's Market celebrates 100-year anniversary
SAINT JOSEPH COUNTY, Ind. --It's a very special milestone few can say they've achieved for a staple of the South Bend community. The South Bend Farmer's Market is celebrating a century of bringing fresh produce and local goods to the area. To celebrate a century, the market is hosting a...
Stuff a Bus Fundraiser helps South Bend, Elkhart families in need
An event aimed at helping families in need makes a return this summer. 103.9 The Bear's Stuff a Bus Fundraiser takes place Saturday. The fundraiser will benefit the Center for the Homeless and the Faith Mission of Elkhart. From 10 a.m. until 3 p.m., the community is welcome to make...
Video: Why Notre Dame Coaches are in Love with Riley Leonard
Recently on CBS Sports HQ, Ryan Harris spoke with Hailey Sutton about new Notre Dame quarterback Riley Leonard. That video segment is shown above while the transcription is below. Sutton: "They're coming off a 10-3 season. Of course, they beat Oregon State in the Sun Bowl, but that was last...
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