REAL Services Executive Director Karla Mapes says they've had some carryover money from last year to help the first households signing up for energy assistance but that won't last if the federal government shutdown continues much longer.
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Michael Gallenberger/WVPELast month, thousands of Michiana residents turned out to exercise their right to protest. Tonight (Thursday), protest organizers and law enforcement leaders will gather for a panel discussion about how residents can protest safely and effectively. -
ProvidedThe new Dismas Hub in South Bend will let the nonprofit offer more of the types of services that studies show can reduce chances of returning to prison by 67%. -
ProvidedDowagiac Police Chief Steve Grinnewald says the department likely will get another K9 in the spring but they don't want to rush it as they mourn the deaths this week of K9s Tole and Cash. -
FILE PHOTO: Justin Hicks/IPB NewsThe Marshall County Commissioners may soon revisit a proposal to designate the county a “Second Amendment sanctuary.” -
Provided/Beacon HealthBeacon Health System launches a food relief collaborative to address rising food insecurity across northern Indiana communities. -
Jeff Parrott/WVPESouth Bend Mayor James Mueller says the city will send the Food Bank of Northern Indiana $70,000 to buy more food for SNAP recipients who've lost benefits because of the federal government shutdown.
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