Updated: 6:31 PM Sorting of the donations from the 16's Pack-A-Backpack drive began and so far we need more backpacks!

Updated: 6:32 PM In just a couple of weeks, Indiana Army National Guard soldiers will be on the ground in Iraq. But before they leave, Michiana families have one last chance to say goodbye.

Updated: 7:10 PM Secretary of Energy Samual Bodman met with Congressman Fred Upton Tuesday in St. Joseph.

Updated: 7:08 PM The proposed measure would require those living in boarding houses to get a city permit anytime they have 25 or more guests, and alcohol is being served.

Posted: 4:11 PM Using educational videos and DVD’s to make your baby smart may actually do the opposite, according to a study released today.

Updated: 4:53 PM If you are planning a trip to the beach you might want to think again, because beaches in your area may have high bacteria levels.

Updated: 6:57 PM Today The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Northern Indiana. Heat indexes are expected to rise above 100-degrees.

Updated: 7:02 PM The intersection of the two main runways is undergoing some long-awaited repairs. The designated construction area has not been worked on since 1993.

Posted: 2:49 PM One of the owners of a Utah mine where six miners are trapped says it will take at least three days to reach the miners.

Updated: 3:27 PM Maya is an elegant Torti with a glossy coat that is dark black with splashes of gold. Maya has a sleek, oriental build and is around one year of age. She is a quiet, peaceful cat who exudes a calming serenity to all in her presence.

Updated: 7:10 PM South Bend police are looking for the masked man they say robbed a National City Bank this morning.

Updated: 5:11 PM A source in the NFL tells NewsCenter 16 that former Notre Dame quarterback Brady Quinn has agreed to terms with the Cleveland Browns.

Posted: 10:26 AM A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by an Anderson couple who challenged their school district's new dress code.

Updated: 10:27 AM Schools in 17 states, including Indiana, are in line for another financial boost to help kids shape up.

Posted: 8:01 AM Through the night, workers in hard hats have been coming and going from the Utah coal mine where six men are trapped. In the words of one: "I can't say if it's looking any better."

Posted: 11:47 PM The Indiana National Guard has been able to accomplish something other guard units have not -- increase recruiting even with guaranteed deployment.

Updated: 10:00 AM Police raided two homes on South Bend's west side over the past week, leading to six arrests and eight kids being referred to protective services.

Updated: 12:03 AM Before the school year gets going, some families in Elkhart County are taking their kids to class a little early.

Updated: 12:02 AM Niles police get unexpected help from a dog while tracking down a man on the run.

Posted: 6:40 PM If you think your memory is slipping grab a cup of Joe, a new study shows coffee may help boost the brain.

Posted: 6:40 PM Thanks to your generosity Michiana, thousands of kids will have much needed school supplies when classes start this month.

Updated: 9:58 PM The case drew national attention back in January.

Updated: 9:31 AM We've all heard of slumlords, or landlords that aren't taking care of their property for tenants. But how about "slum" tenants?

Updated: 11:31 PM The Irish are back! Notre Dame held its first practice of the fall today and talked about the upcoming season at Media Day. The one word they did not want to hear: Rebuilding.

Updated: 11:00 AM While most students in Michiana are enjoying their final days of summer break, some are already hitting the books. School started today in Rochester. For the first time Rochester schools are on what they call a "balanced calendar."