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Postponements for HS girls basketball sectionals
So far, only the sectional playoffs at Oregon-Davis have been postponed from Tuesday to Wednesday. We will update this page with more postponements as they come in.
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Chesterton man rescued after 3 days in snow-covered SUV
A 31-year-old Chesterton man says he had no food but kept himself hydrated with Mountain Dew and snow while he was stuck in his snow-covered SUV in southwestern Colorado for three days.
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As Seen on TV: Twin Draft Guard
It claims to keep the warm air in and the cold air out. But would we warm up to it in our "As Seen on TV” test?
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UPDATE: Seven kids in one family badly hurt in car crash
Seven kids in one Michigan family are hurt after getting into a car crash on the way to school Monday morning. Four of the kids are being treated in intensive care and trauma units.
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Dowagiac man admits killing close friend
In a Cass County courtroom today, a close friend of shooting victim Patrick Carter--entered a guilty plea to a charge of Involuntary Manslaughter.
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Pulitzer Prize winning author inspires Saint Mary's students to fight for human rights
A Pulitzer Prize winning author stopped by the campus of Saint Mary's Monday to light a fire under the student body, hoping they'll fight for human rights across the world.
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St. Mary's marketing students analyze Super Bowl ads
As always, there's as much talk Monday about Super Bowl ads as there is about the big game itself.
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Skylar named Big East Rookie of the Week for 4th time
For the fourth time this season and the third time in the past five weeks, Notre Dame freshman guard Skylar Diggins has been selected as the BIG EAST Conference Freshman of the Week,
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Elkhart County man accused of stealing police car
It happened Sunday night in the 25,700 block of Kiser Court, on Elkhart's north side.
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Elkhart museum celebrates Black History Month
Black History Month is here, and local museums are showing the impact African Americans had in making sure Michiana communities thrived decades ago.
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Man accused in South Bend stabbing deemed competent to stand trial
A New Orleans man accused of stabbing a Michiana man in his sleep has been deemed competent to stand trial.
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Electric Motors Corporation announces new president
An Elkhart County company that hopes to be a leader in electric vehicle production has a new leader at the helm.
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Bishop Rhoades speaks at Notre Dame Monday
The new bishop for the Fort Wayne-South Bend Diocese was at Notre Dame Monday, speaking on a hotly debated topic.
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Buchanan mayor laid to rest
Buchanan Mayor Barbara Clark was laid to rest Monday after losing her second battle with cancer. She passed away Tuesday night at home at the age of 64.
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House fire in Benton Township under investigation for arson
Investigators say a house fire this weekend in Benton Township could be arson.
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Candlelight vigil held Monday night for slain Niles couple
While police are still searching for the person responsible for the double homicide in Niles on Friday, the community came together to share their feelings of sadness and shock.
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UPDATE: Stolen dog returned to grateful couple
A South Bend couple and their Yorkie mix Mojo are reunited, after the dog was taken during a home burglary.
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UPDATE: Four minors flown to Kalamazoo hospital after crash
Seven minors, ages six to 17, were injured this morning after their vehicle crashed while on the way to school.
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Road closures start Monday in Mishawaka
Two road closures start Monday morning and affect many people's commutes in Mishawaka.
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Princess for a Night drive starts Monday
You can make a dream come true for thousands of Michiana girls, starting Monday. Zikers Cleaners and the Junior League of South Bend have kicked off the 7th Annual “Princess for a Night” prom dress drive.
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Public forum Monday for St. Joseph Schools renovations
St. Joseph Public Schools are looking to make some major improvements, but not before getting public feedback.
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Crews quickly clean up gas spill at rail yard
A gas spill at Norfolk Southern Rail in Elkhart was cleaned up quickly overnight.
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Colts fans support team through Super Bowl
Before the big game on Sunday, folks at Between the Buns enjoyed food, drink and prizes. The pre-game festivities were appetizers, though, on the way to the main dish.
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Colts fans ready for Super Bowl
Colts fans are fired up and hoping to cheer their team to its second Super Bowl title in four years.
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Notre Dame holds on to beat South Florida
Luke Harangody hit a pair of free throws with 4 seconds left to finish with 19 points and Tory Jackson scored nine of his 18 points in the final 5:40, driving inside repeatedly, to lead Notre Dame to a 65-62 victory over South Florida on Sunday.
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Notre Dame student combatting feral cat population
A University of Notre Dame student has turned her concerns about the plight of feral cats into a program that traps and sterilizes the homeless felines.
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Swiss Valley hosts ski race for kids
Swiss Valley hosted a skiing race for kids Sunday.
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Local Girl Scouts send cookies to troops in Iraq
Some local Girl Scouts bundled up Sunday to support men and women on the other side of the world.
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Six injured in South Bend rollover accident
Six people are in the hospital after a rollover accident in South Bend around 3:00 Sunday afternoon at the corner of Gladstone and Western.
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Newly-remodeled Dairy Queen damaged in fire
Sunday afternoon around 2:00, crews were called to the Dairy Queen at the corner of McKinley and Main when fire broke out in the women's restroom.
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Penn High School coach arrested for vandalizing ex-girlfriend's home
An assistant football coach at Penn High School has been arrested for vandalizing his ex-girlfriend's home.
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Brother and sister face prison time after beating fellow teen
A LaPorte County brother and sister are facing prison time after admitting they tied up and severely beat the woman's ex-boyfriend.
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Beloved ND philosophy professor passes away
A long-time and much beloved Notre Dame professor has passed away.
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Superbowl ideas from Chef Steve
It's Superbowl Sunday! This week, Chef Steve Stogdill from Victorian Pantry gives us a few easy and quick ideas of game day foods to make just before kickoff.
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Dog taken during home burglary
South Bend couple offers hefty reward for family pet stolen during burglary.
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Bishop Bradley wraps up Catholic Schools Week with mass in Niles
Niles wraps up Catholic Schools Week with mass lead by the bishop.
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Six departments called to contain Berrien County house fire
A Berrien County home catches fire, and fire officials say a wood burning stove is to blame.
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Two in hospital after three-car crash
Two people are in the hospital after a three-car crash on an icy road in Elkhart County.
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Skylar leads Irish to 10-point win over Pitt
Skylar Diggins scored 23 points, grabbed 10 rebounds and dished out six assists to lead 3rd-ranked Notre Dame to an 86-76 win over Pitt at Purcell Pavilion Saturday afternoon.
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World-class dog handler returns to Michiana
He’s a world-class dog handler and he's from right here in Michiana.
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Bethel College makes donation to Haiti in memory of former player
Saturday’s game was in memory of Kip Prenkert, a former Bethel player who was killed in a car accident a year ago.
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Silver Hawks host summer job fair
Folks lined up before the doors even opened Saturday morning.
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Concert for a Cause helps Mishawaka family
A Mishawaka family got help during a dificult time from the community and the FOP.
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Elkhart Mayor heading to Pittsburgh for City Design Symposium
The point of the trip is to learn, city design concepts, and how to help Elkhart transition into the new economic atmosphere.
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Elkhart Co signs off on tax abatement to create jobs in Goshen
A Goshen company is getting help from the county to hire about 25 new workers.
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Unique Eats: Hammond's Chocolates
Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and if you're looking to get your sweetie something sweet, head to Benton Harbor to check out the new Hammond’s Chocolates.
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Give your loved one a song this Valentine's Day
If you're looking for a special gift for your loved one this Valentine's Day, you could try the gift of song.
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Science Alive shows kids the fun side of science
Every year on the first Saturday in February, the St. Joseph County Public Library holds its "Science Alive" event. The event is geared toward kids to show them just how much fun science can be.
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HealthWorks provides "edu-tainment" for Michiana's kids
HealthWorks! Kids’ Museum is getting ready to celebrate its 10th anniversary.
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Neighbors react to Niles double homicide
This double homicide scene in a small neighborhood certainly hits home but, in this case, it's as close to home as you can get.
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Penn High School coach arrested for vandalizing ex-girlfriend's home
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Neighbors react to Niles double homicide
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UPDATE: Seven kids in one family badly hurt in car crash
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Dog taken during home burglary
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UPDATE: Stolen dog returned to grateful couple
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Electric Motors Corporation announces new president
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