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Local emergency departments form coordinated response systems in active shooter training
Information flooded through yellow radios as St. Joseph County first responders, though feet away from each other, communicated from team to team to gather as much information as they could and to send rescue teams in for triage.
Quilts of Valor gifted to nine South Bend police officers who are military veterans
In its first dispersal of Quilts of Valor to be held at the South Bend Police Department on June 13, families and friends gathered to share this moment of honor with their loved ones.
South Bend police kick off summer with public cookout, debut new bounce house
Gilliam and his family attended the recent South Bend Police Department's School's Out Cookout at Kennedy Park, the kickoff to the SBPD's community events this year, where the police department unveiled its new bounce house for the first time.
As South Bend high school closes, last graduating class becomes 'Clay legends'
Small but legendary, the Clay High School class of 2024 became the last students to walk the commencement stage in the school's final year.
Police acquire vests for K9s; vet discusses dog's heat regulation in summer with vests
A pair of bullet- and stab-protective vests are coming to the South Bend Police Department to further protect two of the department's four-legged officers, Teddy and Troy.
Days before South Bend Clay High School's closure, seniors commit to continuing its legacy
As Clay seniors say goodbye to the place that formed their high school memories, they take comfort in the legacy of Clay that will live on through its graduates.
Community gathers to honor fallen officers and support the family left behind
It was a week of remembrance as city leaders, police officers and the community across Michiana honored the lives of fallen officers who paid the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.
South Bend Police aims to increase community building with e-bikes on patrol
The South Bend Police Department revealed its new policing tool — e-bikes — just in time for Michiana Bike to Work week, hoping to build relationships in the community while continuing an efficient patrol throughout the city.
Firefighter, nurse, mayor? South Bend professionals teach students about their careers
An array of professionals from nurses to librarians to the mayor of South Bend gathered in the cafeteria of Darden Elementary for the purpose of educating students about multiple career pathways to choose from.
Sharon Banicki sweeps to nomination in primary for county recorder
Tables full of family and friends stood and up cheered the win of their beloved Sharon Banicki as the St. Joseph County recorder in the Democratic primary election.
South Bend students explore dozens of career paths at interactive jobs expo
Students came in alternating groups by bus to the St. Joseph County 4-H Fairgrounds for the inaugural GEAR UP I.G.N.I.T.E. Career Expo to explore multiple rooms filled with 16 unique industry sectors and talk with around 75 vendors.
Big Balloon Build invites community to larger-than-life carnival-themed balloon scenes
Visitors this weekend to the RV Hall of Fame will be instantly transported by sights, smells and sounds to an indoor carnival spanning 15,000 square feet and made out of balloons.
South Bend Fire strives for 'fair and equal' department with naming of first female captain
Now, over 100 years later, the South Bend Fire Department reached a new milestone April 17 with the promotion of its first female captain, Erin Tibbs.
Heavenly! Mishawaka mom gives birth to daughter during solar eclipse
Minutes before the moon eclipsed the sun on April 8, little Brayla Mathis was born into the world to her loving parents Brandalee White and Nathaniel Mathis.
School resource officer teaches students critical thinking skills for police interactions
A decade ago, Jalen Lee played linebacker and running back for Washington High School's football team. Now, he patrols his alma mater's halls as its School Resource Officer, which he has done for the past two years.
Things nearly perfect Monday afternoon for South Bend area solar eclipse watchers
On-theme melodies featuring The Animals’ “House of the Rising Sun,” Soundgarden’s “Black Hole Sun” and The Weeknd’s “Blinding Lights” filled the lawn outside the Student Activity Center and Northside Hall for an eclipse-themed party at Indiana University South Bend on Monday afternoon.
Shocked and honored, Randall McMurray receives Officer of the Year at 2024 SBPD awards
McMurray, a first class patrolman currently serving as a crime scene technician, was shocked to receive a new role Wednesday night: South Bend's Officer of the Year.
Robotics team FireWires advances to world championships. Now it has to raise money to go.
Ambition runs deep for the eight high school students who make up the robotics team FireWires.