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Neil Lochmund's attorney argued for a much shorter sentence, saying he's a methamphetamine addict who was sexually abused as a child. But prosecutors said he deserved a longer term for victimizing children after swearing to protect the vulnerable as a police officer.
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ProvidedThe University of Notre Dame says it's hired a law firm to investigation sexual misconduct allegations against Father Thomas King, rector of Zahm Hall from 1980 to 1997. -
Mike Murrell/WVPEElkhart’s new EMS program lets paramedics give whole blood transfusions in the field. Officials say it’s already saving lives and needs community support. -
ProvidedThe South Bend city administration Thursday will ask the redevelopment commission to give Devereaux Peters a fifth extension to secure financing, and to retake the property if she doesn't have money for the project's full expected cost in hand at closing. -
Kiersten Remenih/ProvidedLOGAN Community Resources responds to White House claims linking acetaminophen in pregnancy to autism, stressing evidence-based guidance and family support. -
provided"We’re going to have to find additional cuts, in order to fund cost of living increases and inflation costs,” Mayor James Mueller told common council members during Monday's budget hearing. -
ProvidedAuthor Mac Barnett, who specializes in and promotes picture books as a way of engaging kids with reading, will visit Concord Community Schools Oct. 13 and 14 as part of a four-state tour.
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New blood pressure guidelines from the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology recommend early interventions and lifestyle changes.
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Yvonne Castañeda is the author of Pork Belly Tacos with a Side of Anxiety, a memoir that explores eating disorders, depression, and identity in the Latino community
Disney’s High School Musical - October 3rd through 12th, 2025 at The South Bend Civic Theatre Wilson Auditorium
Martinis and Music event for October on the 15th at Goshen Theater
The 14th annual Michiana Pottery Tour, September 27th and 28th
WVPE is a media sponsor for the Elkhart Sister Cities Association presenting the fourth annual Elkhart Hispanic Heritage Festival
WVPE is a media sponsor for New Day Intake Center's first annual fundraiser: A Night with New Day, which supports their wrap-around services addressing chronic homelessness in South Bend.
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Trump says three "sinister events" disrupted his speech: a frozen escalator, a broken teleprompter and a too-quiet sound system. The U.N. says Trump's team is at fault, but it opened an investigation.
