Safety

With temperatures dropping into the single digits and wind chills below zero, warming centers across Michiana are opening their doors to help residents stay safe.

Mayor Rod Roberson administration spokesman Alex Otto says so far they're the only entity who's talking about the need to address the Nappanee Street pedestrian bridge. He says the city will need some other entity to also step up and contribute money if the community wants the bridge replaced.

Mishawaka police say they'll increase patrols in school zones to make sure people drive more slowly there.

As school districts in the area begin classes this week, South Bend police are urging drivers to be especially careful around buses and school zones.

After a strong turnout last year, Notre Dame safety officials brought their Zombie preparedness event back to students, faculty and staff for a second year

Event organizer Rachel Van Alstine says she's excited about Saturday's first Speak Your Truth Rally but hopes it doesn't take another tragedy to focus attention on bullying and child safety in the future

Six volunteers per two-hour shift are needed Saturday for street painting in South Bend

The administration says enough safety infrastructure is in place for students crossing on foot at McKinley Highway and Bittersweet Road

The ban took effect Dec. 17 and students have been asked to leave their vehicles home over break

Direct support professionals can provide a critical service to people in Indiana with disabilities by providing in-home and group-setting care. But in some cases, DSPs abuse and neglect those they’re supposed to care for and, advocates say, often get away with it by switching jobs.