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Community. gathers to remember children lost in South Bend house fire
It’s now been 8 months since the fire that took the lives of six young children…. The community gathered, Friday, to remember the six children who died in a house fire in South Bend. A re-dedication event took place on LaPorte Street, where a makeshift memorial stood since the tragic fire that claimed the lives of the “Smith 6.”
Mishawaka McDonald’s raises over $20,000 for Ronald McDonald House Charities
MISHAWAKA, Ind. (WNDU) - A local McDonald’s is recognized for raising thousands of dollars for Ronald McDonald House Charities. The restaurant off Lincolnway East and Capital Avenue in Mishawaka raised more than $10,000 through its “Round-Up for RMHC” program in the the second quarter of 2024, making its grand total more than $20,000 so far for this year.
The Mishawaka VA Clinic to honor the work of the late Jackie Walorski
MISHAWAKA, Ind. -- The Mishawaka VA Clinic honored the work of the late former Congresswoman Jackie Walorski today, Aug. 16, during their Vet Fest celebration. Tomorrow, Aug. 17, will be Walorski's third birthday since passing. Speakers at the event included Mishawaka Mayor Dave Wood and Congressman Rudy Yakym among others.
‘Cop on a Rooftop’ raises funds for Special Olympics
MISHAWAKA, Ind. (WNDU) - A beloved local event was back in action on Friday, as “Cop on a Rooftop” returned to the Dunkin’ on Grape Road. We all know the jokes about cops and their doughnuts, but this is about more than a snack. Officers raised money for the Special Olympics.
Memphis Underground performs at Fridays by the Fountain
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - Summer may be winding down, but there’s still time for Fridays by the Fountain!. The annual tradition brings live music and good food to Jon Hunt Plaza in downtown South Bend every Friday afternoon from June through August. This week’s musical stylings were provided...
Military Banner Recognition Program Has Oct. 1 Deadline
The Warsaw Salutes You Military Banners recognition program is accepting applications for the seventh cycle of banners, which will go on display in November for Veterans Day. Applications and payments of $65 are due no later than Oct. 1. People can go to the Warsaw Salutes You Facebook page to request an application, as well as see previous banners, said Megan Stone, who is continuing the program after her daughter, Elizabeth, went to college.
Touch A Truck At Meet Milford’s Food Truck Friday Tonight
MILFORD — In the spirit of Food Truck Friday’s August theme, “Not All Heroes Wear Capes,” Meet Milford has invited local public service members to interact with the community — and don’t forget the big vehicles. A fire truck, ambulance, school bus and crane are all available at the special touch-a-truck event, happening now in downtown Milford.
Documents: Indiana woman accused of killing step-father poisoned him twice before
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The Indiana woman who is accused of killing her step-father in 2022 poisoned him twice before he died according to documents. Ashley Jones and her mother, Marsha Allen, are accused of killing Harold Allen by putting ethylene glycol in his drink. Now, new documents said they...
Nasal alternative to EpiPen approved by F.D.A.
SOUTH BEND, IN (WSBT) — The FDA has approved the first ever nasal medication called “Neffy” for severe allergies. It’s a new alternative to the well-known EpiPen. Severe allergic reactions are scary, and for some, the needle from an EpiPen can make it worse. Luckily, there's now a needle-free alternative.
Two Teenagers Facing Serious Charges In Fulton County For Attempted Murder, Armed Robbery
ROCHESTER — Two teenagers are facing serious criminal charges in Fulton County for two criminal cases involving attempted murder and armed robbery. Tyree Marque Cox, 19, South Bend, is charged with attempted murder, a level 1 felony; two counts of armed robbery and robbery resulting in bodily injury, all level 3 felonies; and criminal recklessness committed with a deadly weapon, a level 6 felony.
PHOTO STORY: Plainwell sweeps annual Viking Stampede
NILES — The Niles and Edwardsburg cross country teams kicked off the 2024 season at the Viking Stampede in Madeline Bertrand Park Friday morning. Marshall’s Reece Davis placed first overall with a time of 16:08 and Plainwell’s Claire Vos took first in the girls race with 20:40. Niles’ boys team placed fourth overall with 96 […] The post PHOTO STORY: Plainwell sweeps annual Viking Stampede appeared first on Leader Publications.
Deli meat listeria outbreak in Indiana & 12 other states kills 3 and sickens dozens
A listeria outbreak linked to deli meats has sickened at least one person in Indiana and dozens more across the country, prompting a lawsuit from a Minnesota pregnant woman who said she almost lost her unborn child after getting sick. Three people have died since health officials began tracking the outbreak in July....
Man carries firearm on walk to Northside Middle School, EPD confiscates gun
ELKHART, Ind. -- The Elkhart Police Department responded to a local school for a report of a suspicious person with a firearm around 8:04 a.m. on Thursday morning. When the officers arrived at Northside Middle School (300 Lawrence Street) they learned that a man was allegedly walking a family member to school when school security approached him on the sidewalk by the front doors.
Vehicle crashes into utility pole, causes power outage in Mishawaka
MISHAWAKA, Ind. (WSBT) — A crash in Mishawaka has caused a power outage. It happened early Friday afternoon, just outside the Saint Joseph Hospital on Douglas Road. A vehicle crashed into a utility pole, which caused the outage. There is no word yet on when power will be restored.
Shocker in South Bend: Underdog freshman snags Notre Dame football starter job
With just a few weeks to go until the Notre Dame football team squares off against Texas A&M, the coaching staff dropped a bit of a bomb on Thursday. It looks like the offensive line has gotten a bit of a shuffle following the injury to Charles Jagusah. The Irish...
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