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Orientation Week at Saint Mary’s College welcomes class of 2028
Orientation Week is already underway at Saint Mary’s College, with move-in for the class of 2028 completed on Thursday. Roughly 407 students make up the class of 2028 this year, slightly below the enrollment of the class of 2027 of 422 students, which was the largest class in recent history.
2024 Football Season Preview: Can Freeman and the Irish deliver?
The rich history of Notre Dame football is undeniable. Their nine national championships during the poll era rank second only to the Alabama Crimson Tide. But this program and its devoted fanbase do not care about that number now. They care that the most recent title came in 1988 and want to return to the top of the college football world. The NCAA’s recent expansion to a 12-team playoff has provided a better opportunity to do just that.
Fast Facts: Tri-Campus fall sports teams
Over the next three weeks, Notre Dame, Saint Mary’s and Holy Cross fall sports will enter full swing. Here’s a look at what to expect from each team heading into their 2024 seasons. Notre Dame football. For the first time, a 12-team College Football Playoff awaits the end...
OTH First Eleven 2024: No. 1 Brandon Logan
Outside the Huddle and Blitz are counting down who they feel are the top 50 individual players in northeast Indiana heading into the 2024 season. Our highest preseason honor, the 6th annual First Eleven profiles the top players (in the mind of Outside the Huddle) entering the fall. No. 1:...
When the 'Wrecking Crew' got wrecked: Reggie Brooks on Notre Dame's first win over Texas AM
SOUTH BEND — In some ways, Reggie Brooks still can’t believe what happened in the 1993 Cotton Bowl against unbeaten and fourth-ranked Texas A&M. His disbelief stems not from the fact that No. 5 Notre Dame football rolled to a 28-3 win, its first of three in a limited all-time series against the...
Indiana’s First Donut and Beer Festival Is Happening in Evansville this October
This family-friendly festival celebrates breakfast and brews. Over the past several years, we've seen the popularity of food-based festivals skyrocket. Evansville is no stranger to hosting festivals surrounding different types of food. And there's something unique about being able to go to one place and try out different variations on your favorite food or beverage. One festival heading to Evansville is very unique as it celebrates breakfast and brews.
Korellis completes work on historic South Shore Line Dune Park station
First opened in 1986, South Shore Line’s Dune Park station was more than due for a major renovation. Located just north of Chesterton, Dune Park is also the administrative headquarters of the Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District (NICTD), which operates the South Shore Line. Hundreds of passengers use the station to travel around the Region and into Chicago each day, and though it is an attractive building with a unique design, it was starting to show its age both visually and functionally.
Indianapolis Forecast: Soaring Temperatures with Heat Index Near 100
Indianapolis, IN — As the weekend approaches, Indiana residents should prepare for rising temperatures. Starting Saturday, highs are expected to reach 89 degrees, marking the beginning of a warming trend that will continue into next week. Saturday will see mostly sunny skies with scattered clouds in the afternoon. The...
Joel Klatt likes Notre Dame’s chances to go undefeated, host a College Football Playoff game
College football starts this weekend and while Notre Dame isn’t getting its season started until next week, it is still close. There are extremely high expectations for the Irish in 2024, and really the only way they live up to them is to make the college football playoff. Fox Sports college football analyst Joel Klatt believes that Notre Dame could very well finish the season undefeated, and thus become the No. 5 seed in the CFP.
Notre Dame students move in with a big welcome from campus
As colleges around the state head back to school next week, this weekend marks the beginning of caravans filled with families moving their students into the dorm, and Notre Dame has a tradition of giving a loud, warm welcome to first-year students. The University of Notre Dame has been working...
Michiana Renaissance Festival returns for 12th year
SPOUTH BEND, Ind. -- This weekend, the Michiana Renaissance Fest is bringing history to life right here in South Bend. From jousting tournaments to artisan crafts, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. both days at the St. Joseph County...
Crystal ball: Our experts predict what Notre Dame football will accomplish in 2024
SOUTH BEND — As Notre Dame football coach Marcus Freeman enters his third full year leading the Irish, we asked our experts to weigh in on what to expect from the 2024 season. Can QB Riley Leonard stay healthy and become a Heisman Trophy candidate? Can Notre Dame qualify for the expanded 12-team College Football playoff and make some noise? Is a first national championship since 1988 realistic? ...
Oooh Wee It Is Restaurant In Chatham Closed For ‘Retooling’
CHATHAM — Owners of a South Side soul food joint that made national headlines following a shout-out at the Golden Globe Awards halted operations this summer after nearly four years in business. Oooh Wee! IT IS!, a dine-in spot known for its soul food menu “with a twist,” stopped...
Is it enough? South Bend apartment complex settles complaints after loss of heat, hot water
SOUTH BEND — Some Cedar Glen Apartment Homes tenants who suffered lack of heat and/or hot water in their apartments earlier this year and parts of last year have received restitution, in the form of rental credits, from the complex's owners. Some tenants told The Tribune they felt they deserved more than the...
Airlines adding Notre Dame football flights for South Bend. Here's what you need to know.
SOUTH BEND — Airlines serving South Bend International Airport are adding flights to make it easier than ever for Irish fans to watch their favorite football team whether it’s here or away. With the increased airline traffic for football games, it’s especially important to get to South Bend International Airport two hours in advance of departure to ensure ample time to clear TSA checkpoints, said Julie Curtis, the airport’s vice president of marketing and air service development. ...
Tribune seeks information about craft shows, bazaars for annual holiday events list
SOUTH BEND — Craft shows, church bazaars and cookie walks are being readied for the holiday season. The Tribune will publish a list of such nonprofit events on Oct. 13. Deadline for entry is noon Friday, Oct. 4. ...
1 shot inside White Palace Grill restaurant with DNC attendees inside
A man was wounded as he was walking out of the White Palace Grill restaurant in the South Loop where attendees of the DNC had gathered Thursday night.The restaurant at Canal and Roosevelt is back open to customers Friday morning after Chicago police said shots were fired around 3 a.m. inside the restaurant."All of a sudden we just heard gun shots," Colorado DNC delegate Javier Mabrey said. "They were very, very close."Some of the customers inside at the time were delegates from the DNC who came to the late night diner, following the convention."All of us got down immediately...
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