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He was abandoned as a newborn in a box. Now, he works for the police department that saved him
Over two decades ago, an officer with the South Bend Police Department investigated a case involving a newborn abandoned in a box. Now, that baby is all grown up and working for the same department.
Jeff Pelley denied new trial for fourth time in 'Prom night Murders'
The man convicted of killing four of his family members in “The Prom Night Murders” in Lakeville in 1989 will NOT be getting a new trial. Robert “Jeff” Pelley has been denied a new trial for the fourth time for the Prom Night Murders. Lawyers representing...
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.
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...
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.
1 injured in South Bend shooting
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - One person has been taken to the hospital after a shooting on Friday night in South Bend. Police say officers were called around 9:40 p.m. to the 900 block of Amhurst Avenue on the city’s southeast side. There is no word on the victim’s...
Operation Education: South Bend schools, colleges help support major urban forest project
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WSBT) — The City of South Bend is receiving a $1.87 million grant to grow its urban forest. The South Bend Community School Corporation and IU South Bend are two community partners on the project. Students and faculty at both SBCSC and IU South Bend will...
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