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2nd Chance Pet: Tutti
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - It’s another week, which means we have another sweetheart to introduce you to on our 2nd Chance Pet segment!. Kristin Cooper from Pet Refuge joined us on WNDU 16 News Now at Noon with a 3-year-old dog named Tutti!. Tutti is a cutie who...
Michiana Unsolved: Who killed Chanel Neal?
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - A Clay High School graduate, shot and killed in a drive-by shooting. It has been more than three years, and police still want to know who killed Chanel Neal. “She was a devoted mom to Elijah. She loved that little boy,” says Lt. Kayla Miller...
Knute Rockne’s grave moved to Notre Dame after problems with trash and damage, family member says
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU/Gray News) - Notre Dame coach Knute Rockne’s grave has been moved. The casket of the legendary football coach who made Notre Dame a powerhouse was exhumed from a South Bend cemetery and reburied at the University of Notre Dame. The graves of his wife, son and grandson were also moved.
Missing Person: Have you seen Craig Anthony Dale
Have you seen Craig Anthony Dale, 57 years old? Dale has been reported as a missing person. The Elkhart Police Department is actively looking for information about him. He was last seen on 4/24/24 in the 300 block of S. Nappanee St, Elkhart. He was last known to be wearing...
New maintenance facility up and running in Goshen
GOSHEN, Ind. -- An 8,000 square foot maintenance facility is up and running in Goshen and the Parks and Rec Department couldn't be more thrilled. An indoor garage with space for five vehicles and six utility trucks is among the new facility's highlights. The building is also equipped with four overhanging doors.
International 'Big Balloon Build' wraps up in Elkhart today
SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- Today was the last chance to see the international Big Balloon Build in Elkhart, one of only five stops here in the U.S. Thousands of tickets were sold for the one-of-a-kind experience. More than 80 balloon artists created the interactive exhibit out of more than 125,000 balloons in just four days.
Report: Rum Village Adventures aerial park is closing
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - It appears to be the end of an era for a popular aerial park on the southwest side of South Bend. The company that runs Rum Village Adventures is reportedly closing the aerial obstacle course after more than eight seasons of business. No public announcement...
Notre Dame students organize pro-Palestinian demonstration on campus
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - Pro-Palestinian protests are happening on college campuses across the nation right now. For those not in the loop, this is in response to the war between Israel and Hamas, and supporters say innocent people are dying in droves. Organizers say the goal of these protests is to bring attention to the killings and to call for universities and government officials to cut financial ties with Israel.
Bashor Children’s Home opens doors for female patients
GOSHEN, Ind. (WNDU) - Males and females are apparently not treated equal when it comes to treating intense mental and behavioral health issues in a locked, secure setting. So say officials at Bashor Children’s Home in Goshen who are doing something about it. Last week, Bashor welcomed the first...
BEACH & BUFFETT PARTY AT FOUR WINDS SOUTH BEND’S RIBBON TOWN CONFERENCE AND EVENT CENTER ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 9
The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi’s Four Winds® Casinos are pleased to announce a Beach & Buffett Party at Four Winds South Bend’s Ribbon Town Conference and Event Center® on Friday, August 9 from 8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Eastern. Drink specials will be available and guests are encouraged to dress in appropriate beach attire. Live music will be provided by Gone 2 Paradise – The Ultimate Jimmy Buffett Tribute! Ticket prices for the party are $25 in advance and $35 at the door, plus applicable fees. Tickets can be purchased online at Ticketmaster beginning on Friday, May 3 at 10 a.m. Eastern. Hotel rooms are available on the night of the party and can be purchased with event tickets.
Trial date set for South Bend police officer accused of child seduction
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - A trial date has been set in the case of a South Bend police officer who is charged with two counts of child seduction. According to our reporting partners at the South Bend Tribune, Rico Butler’s trial is set to begin on Aug. 5.
LOGAN Center celebrates prom night
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - The LOGAN Center held a special evening of fun and wonder for its Celebration Prom Night on Sunday night. It was held at the Four Winds South Bend Ribbon Town Event Center, with over 100 people making the trip out for the prom night festivities.
YWCA gives out 8th annual Racial Justice Awards
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - At the Indiana University Civil Rights Heritage Center, the Young Women’s Christian Associations, North Central Indiana chapter gave out some of its most meaningful awards. The eighth annual racial justice awards recognize those in our community working to achieve racial and social justice. This...
Notre Dame students install 14,000 flags on Quad in memory of Palestinian children
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WSBT) — Pro-Palestinian demonstrations have been taking place at numerous college campuses across the United States. Sunday night, University of Notre Dame students showed their support by placing 14,000 flags in the North Quad. Dozens of students gathered together to install the flags. The flags represent...
Try your hand at disc golf in Elkhart today
ELKHART, Ind. -- The city of Elkhart is hosting a 'Demo Day' for a new 18-hole disc golf course in downtown Elkhart. Today, you're invited to Lundquist-Bicentennial Park from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. and Island Park from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. to try out the course and provide your feedback to the Elkhart Parks and Recreation department.
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