3+ hour, 6+ min ago  (70+ words) The 2026 legislative session is in the books, and Indiana House Republicans are highlighting a series of new laws designed to lower costs and cut through red tape. A focus this year involving making life more affordable for Hoosiers, starting with…...

1+ mon, 3+ day ago  (76+ words) South Bend International Airport set an all-time annual passenger record in 2025, with 1,111,002 ticketed airline passengers traveling through the airport. The milestone surpasses the previous record of 991,457 passengers set in 1997 and reflects continued momentum at the airport, which has posted year-over-year…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (87+ words) South Bend Community School Corp. officials say changes to the district's financial strategy have improved its fiscal position and allowed for higher pay for teachers and staff. Chief Financial Officer Ahnaf Tahmid discussed the district's finances during a presentation Monday…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (200+ words) South Bend Police Chief Scott Ruszkowski has formally entered the race for St. Joseph County Sheriff, announcing his candidacy after more than three decades in local law enforcement. Ruszkowski joined the South Bend Police Department in 1988 and rose through the…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (73+ words) The St. Joseph County Prosecutor's Office has filed charges against Tyler Wayne Straub, 31, of Mishawaka, in connection with a Jan. 21 crash that killed 58-year-old Pedro Rosales of South Bend. Prosecutors allege Straub was fleeing police when his vehicle collided with…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (72+ words) The South Bend Cubs are now accepting audition submissions from individuals and groups interested in performing "The Star-Spangled Banner'prior to home games at Four Winds Field during the 2026 season. The audition submission period will remain open from January 21 through February…...

1+ mon, 4+ week ago  (72+ words) State Senator Linda Rogers (R-Granger) has withdrawn Senate Bill 248 from consideration, shelving a proposal that would have overhauled the selection process for the South Bend Community School Corporation's board. SB 248 would have created a nominating commission made up of local…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (103+ words) The City of South Bend is offering free Christmas tree recycling for residents within city limits. Beginning Monday, January 5 through Thursday, January 29, trees will be picked up curbside on the same day as regular trash service. Residents must schedule a…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (178+ words) The St. Joseph County Fatal Accident Crash Team is investigating a fatal multi-vehicle crash on South Bend's south side. The crash happened around 1:40 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 2, near the intersection of Ironwood Drive and Jackson Road. Officers from the South Bend…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (124+ words) Governor Mike Braun is throwing state support behind South Bend's new 'Tech and Talent Hub.' The project's first phase, called Colfax Corner, will transform the historic South Bend Tribune building into a research center anchored by Notre Dame. Officials say…...