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St. Joseph County Police Friday arrested 31-year-old Kevin Brazier on charges that he forced a woman he met on Facebook to have sex with paying clients.
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ProvidedPatrick Jordan had been on paid administrative leave since August 15, while the county attorney investigated allegations that he used derogatory language about Muslims and LGBTQ+ people while on the job. -
Provided by Notre Dame Lead Innovation Team/Provided by Notre Dame Lead Innovation TeamUniversity of Notre Dame lead paint expert Heidi Beidinger says she was pleasantly surprised to see a company publicly held accountable for violating federal lead paint regulations, but she says the $10,000 that Homeworks Construction is paying to settle the suit is a "slap on the wrist." -
ProvidedLa Casa de Amistad community engagement director Dara Marquez says honoring Latino immigrants who have helped others, at a time when immigrants are increasingly cast as outsiders, reminds her that Hispanics have called Michiana home for decades. -
screenshot from Access LaPorte County Media YouTube videoPlans to keep the Indiana State Prison open are drawing frustration from Michigan City Council members. -
ProvidedA new art exhibit in South Bend is showcasing the creativity of people experiencing homelessness, featuring 158 works by 76 artists who are guests of Motels4Now. -
ProvidedThe Niles Scream Park is back for its 52nd season, and organizers say it’s about more than just frights.
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Disney’s High School Musical - October 3rd through 12th, 2025 at The South Bend Civic Theatre Wilson Auditorium
The 14th annual Michiana Pottery Tour, September 27th and 28th
Saturday, September 6th from 10:30 to 6 PM - Downtown Goshen, along the Millrace Canal starting at Powerhouse Park
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Island Park, Elkhart 9/13/25, 11:00 AM to 9:00PM
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