Indiana State

Nappanee, IN

South Bend, IN

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WSBT) — The long-term future of Clay high school may be in jeopardy, but two seniors are out to prove that Clay is still a force to be reckoned with on the diamond. "This is their high school," South Bend Clay Head Softball Coach Katie Rodriguez...

High School Spotlight: SB Clay's Faith Hyduk and Hailey Wolf

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WSBT) — A South Bend native received a special honor Friday when the city renamed a street after him. Mayor Mueller (D) and other city leaders renamed Broadway and St. Joseph Street to "Harold Brazier Boulevard." The newly renamed street is one block south of Ivy...

Former world champion boxer and South Bend native honored by street renaming

The South Bend Police Athletic League welcomed the community to see its youth boxing club in action, by holding their first-ever Boxing Showcase!. Since 2006, the League has been encouraging kids to find peaceful and positive ways to resolve frustrations. The community was invited to the Beacon Resource Center to...

South Bend Police Athletic League holds first ever boxing showcase

New Buffalo, MI

NEW BUFFALO, Mich. (WSBT) — Some local students had the chance to explore possible career paths today. New Buffalo Elementary hosted its "Careers on Wheels Day" from 1 to 3 p.m. People from all different career fields came to the school and set up outside for some hands-on fun.

Elementary students explore career vehicles

Michigan State

Mishawaka, IN

The St. Joseph County Prosecutor’s office says Arnaldo L. Cruz-Pabo, 36, of Niles, Michigan was killed in a car- motorcycle crash on Wednesday, May 24. The crash happened just before 10 p.m. on McKinley Highway near Filbert Road in Mishawaka. The prosecutor’s office says that Cruz-Pabo’s motorcycle and a...

Motorcyclist killed in Wednesday crash identified

Elkhart, IN

ELKHART, Ind. (WSBT) — Educators and professionals are trying to bring more diversity, equity, and inclusion to businesses and schools. Hundreds of leaders were in Elkhart on Thursday to find out how to connect these cultures at work and where they live. Celebrating women and girls was the event's...

Thought Leadership Conference held in Elkhart

Illinois State

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WSBT) — An Illinois man has been sentenced to 75 years for a double homicide in South Bend. 24-year-old Tyrik Rayford was found guilty of murder back in April. It was for the 2020 shooting deaths of Malik Balderos and Ricky Kinds Junior at the Waterford...

Illinois man sentenced for 2020 double homicide in South Bend

Harbor Springs, MI

EMMET COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- In Michigan, there are over 20 known tick species. A northern Michigan veterinarian has a warning about how bad the season could be this summer. Kelly Dumas works at Little Traverse Bay Vet Clinic in Harbor Springs. A deadly concern: Fentanyl in northern Michigan. She...

Veterinarian warns of bad tick season

Florida State

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WSBT) — A new data tool being used in the South Bend Empowerment Zone is showing accelerated student growth. This school year, South Bend's Empowerment Zone is mapping student progress. It helps teachers identify whether instruction is working and for whom. Now, new data is showing...

Student learning accelerating in the South Bend Empowerment Zone

American flags are lining Bicentennial Park in Elkhart for the 17th year in a row this Memorial Day weekend. It's become a tradition, joining the Elkhart and Dunlap Lions Clubs to make it happen. They were joined by the Marine Corps Auxiliary Saturday morning to begin set-up. "We are putting...

Record start for Flags from the Heart in Elkhart

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WSBT) — For the first time in three years, South Bend will have its Westside Memorial Day Parade. It's a tradition for the city's west side, honoring veterans lost with a parade. It's taken a lot of time and hard work to see it return. While...

Westside Memorial Day parade returns after 3 year hiatus

Kalamazoo, MI

Constantine, MI

CONSTANTINE, Mich. — A employee of Constantine Public Schools was placed on paid administrative leave after the district became aware of alleged inappropriate contact. Two students reported the allegations to the district, launching an investigation, according to district officials Friday. Education: Kalamazoo Public Schools Board approves new Superintendent contract.

Constantine schools employee on leave amid inappropriate contact investigation

South Bend, Ind. — Northbound traffic on the U.S. 31 bypass is being diverted because of two crashes between the Brick Road exit and Adams Road. South Bend Police responded to a serious crash involving one motorcycle in that area before 2:10 Saturday afternoon. Their condition isn't known at this time.

Two crashes on bypass between Brick Road exit and Adams Road

The St Joseph County FACT Team is investigating what appears to be a death along Bendix Drive. Police and fire units were called there about 10:30 Thursday morning on the report of a person lying beside Bendix Drive north of Lathrop Street. Bendix Drive is shut down between Lathrop and...

FACT investigation closes Bendix Drive in South Bend

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WSBT) — The victim of an apparent hit and run on Bendix Drive has been identified. On Thursday, just after 10:30 a.m., a deceased female was found along the east side of the 2600 block of Bendix Dr. Police say it was “apparent that she had...

Victim of hit and run on Bendix identified

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WSBT) — A big win tonight for the owners of the former Studebaker plant on the west side of South Bend. A jury returned a verdict in their favor for $112 million following an 8-day trial in federal court. Court documents show the building’s owners sued...

$112 million verdict in old Studebaker plant trial

Cass County, MI

Cassopolis, MI

CASS COUNTY, Mich. (WSBT 22) — It’s a project that will cost almost $9.6 million – Renovating the inside of the historic Cass County Courthouse. Back in October, the Cass County commissioners approved $8.1 million of American Rescue Plan money to go toward restoring the courthouse. The...

Cass County Courthouse to be renovated after 20-year vacancy

Washington State

Issaquah, WA

ISSAQUAH, Wash. (KOMO) — A bear was spotted roaming the streets of Issaquah, Washington Wednesday afternoon. The video below captures the shocking and rare occurrence of what looks to be a black bear walking down a sidewalk before crossing the street. However, while bear encounters can be a memorable...

WATCH: Bear spotted roaming streets in Washington state

Warsaw, IN

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY, Ind. (WSBT) — Warsaw Police are investigating multiple incidents of car windows being shot out or damaged from BB guns throughout Kosciusko County. Police believe that more cases have not been reported to law enforcement. They say the incidents took place between May 18 and 24. Police...

Warsaw Police seeking reports of property damage

The nationally recognized, pre-professional dance company Southold Dance Theater is bringing you a story about innocent love and betrayal. "Giselle" the ballet will be performed at DeBartolo Performing Arts Center from June 2nd through the 4th. Calin Radulescu, Artistic Director for Southold, tells WSBT about the journey to bring the...

"Giselle" to be performed at the Southold Dance Theater June 2-4

Detroit, MI

LANSING, Mich. — Detroit Police Chief James White joined lawmakers at the Capitol in Lansing on Wednesday to introduce legislation to pay for a trust fund for law enforcement across the state. "We know our local partners are stretching available dollars to help keep neighborhoods safe and prevent escalation...

Michigan lawmakers introduce new legislation for law enforcement funding

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NorthWood coach named Coach of the Year

NAPPANEE, Ind. (WSBT) — NorthWood head coach Aaron Wolfe was named the Boys Basketball Coach...

NorthWood coach named Coach of the Year

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