https://www.abc57.com/en-usTue, 06 Oct 2026 07:00:03 -0400Copyright (C) 2026 Weigel BroadcastingWBNDELKHART, Ind. -- The Elkhart City Council is moving forward with its proposed 2027 budget, which officials say will focus on quality-of-life improvements while continuing investments in neighborhoods and city employees.https://www.abc57.com/news/elkhart-city-council-moves-forward-with-2027-budgetMon, 05 Oct 2026 22:36:00 -0400 WBNDSTEVENSVILLE, Mich – A longtime eyesore in downtown Stevensville could soon be coming down, after the village received more than $733,000 from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to clean up the former Anstey Foundry.https://www.abc57.com/news/stevensville-receives-733k-epa-grant-to-clean-up-former-anstey-foundryMon, 05 Oct 2026 18:40:00 -0400 WBNDSOUTH BEND, Ind. -- Halloween has become a pretty pricey holiday. Americans are expected to spend about thirty-five dollars more each compared to back in 2019. And with the holiday coming up fast, some may be looking for a cost-friendly way to celebrate.https://www.abc57.com/news/halloween-spending-hits-160-per-person-here-is-how-to-save-locallyMon, 05 Oct 2026 18:37:00 -0400 WBNDINDIANA -- Monday is the last day to register to vote for the 2026 Midterm election which is just 29 days away.https://www.abc57.com/news/monday-marks-last-day-to-register-to-vote-tuesday-kicks-off-early-votingMon, 05 Oct 2026 17:42:00 -0400 WBNDFULTON COUNTY, Ind. -- Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita is suing the Indiana Supreme Court Disciplinary Commission for its involvement in a lawsuit he filed against a Fulton County man for what he says is the sale of a faulty jet ski and deceptive consumer sales practices.https://www.abc57.com/news/indiana-supreme-court-disciplinary-commission-involved-in-jet-ski-lawsuit-filed-by-attorney-general-rokita-rokita-sues-in-responseMon, 05 Oct 2026 17:40:00 -0400 WBNDSOUTH BEND, Ind. -- South Bend Mayor James Mueller will have some competition next May if he decides to seek re-election.https://www.abc57.com/news/jason-critchlow-announces-mayoral-campaignMon, 05 Oct 2026 15:24:00 -0400 WBNDThis weekend, people from across our community came together for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention held its "Out of the Darkness Walk," a walk designed to decrease the stigma around mental health.https://www.abc57.com/news/suicide-prevention-in-south-bend-aims-to-decrease-stigma-around-mental-healthMon, 05 Oct 2026 13:38:00 -0400 WBNDMICHIGAN CITY, Ind. -- In a post on Facebook Sunday, The Michigan City Police Department said it's investigating an overnight shooting near the Michigan City Senior Center.https://www.abc57.com/news/mcpd-investigating-weekend-shooting-that-injured-two-updateMon, 05 Oct 2026 11:10:00 -0400 WBNDYemeni government forces claimed on Monday to have retaken control of key positions near the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, a vital chokepoint for global trade, as they launch a renewed campaign to roll back recent gains made by the Iran-backed Houthi movement.https://www.abc57.com/news/saudi-backed-forces-push-against-houthis-near-key-global-trade-routeMon, 05 Oct 2026 09:28:00 -0400 WBNDSHELEKHOV, Russia -- Dozens of people were reported to be in isolation after a Russian laboratory worker at an institute dedicated to studying the plague and other infectious diseases died of an undisclosed illness.https://www.abc57.com/news/dozens-quarantined-after-researcher-at-russian-plague-laboratory-dies-of-unknown-infectionMon, 05 Oct 2026 09:28:00 -0400 WBNDSOUTH BEND, Ind.- Applications for the 2027 Jaxson Scholarship are now open through Oct. 30. https://www.abc57.com/news/2027-jwas-jaxson-scholarship-applications-now-openMon, 05 Oct 2026 08:41:00 -0400 WBNDSOUTH BEND, Ind. -- Jason Critchlow announced his candidacy for South Bend Mayor in 2027 on Monday. Critchlow plans to run as a democrat. https://www.abc57.com/news/Portage-Township-Trustee-Jason-Critchlow-announces-candidacy-for-South-Bend-MayorMon, 05 Oct 2026 06:41:00 -0400 WBNDMISHAWAKA, Ind. -- The 28th annual Michiana Chili Cookoff brought over 20 contestants serving up the sweet, the heat, and the sour for hundreds of attendees.https://www.abc57.com/news/28th-annual-michiana-chili-cookoff-serving-up-the-heatSun, 04 Oct 2026 21:42:00 -0400 WBNDPLYMOUTH, Ind. -- A 5k and one-mile fun run brought awareness to the community about those with Down Syndrome.https://www.abc57.com/news/marshall-county-community-runs-for-a-purposeSun, 04 Oct 2026 21:39:00 -0400 WBNDGOSHEN, Ind. -- One man is dead in a motorcycle crash.https://www.abc57.com/news/one-man-is-dead-in-a-motorcycle-crashSun, 04 Oct 2026 19:47:00 -0400 WBNDhttps://www.abc57.com/news/after-a-lovely-day-the-cold-returns-100426Sun, 04 Oct 2026 17:11:00 -0400 WBNDSOUTH BEND, Ind. -- The St. Joseph County 4H Fair will host the Boo Bash 2026.https://www.abc57.com/news/Two-day-Boo-Bash-at-the-St-Joseph-County-4H-FairSun, 04 Oct 2026 16:41:00 -0400 WBNDSOUTH BEND, Ind. -- The South Bend Record Show brought all types of physical music media to the Gillespie Conference Center.https://www.abc57.com/news/music-enthusiasts-talk-tunes-at-the-south-bend-record-showSun, 04 Oct 2026 16:08:00 -0400 WBNDCASSOPOLIS, Mich. -- Ethel Tone reached the 100-year milestone.https://www.abc57.com/news/local-woman-turns-100Sun, 04 Oct 2026 10:06:00 -0400 WBNDWARSAW, Ind. -- A road construction project will start Oct. 7 on Parker Street, from US 30 to Husky Trail.https://www.abc57.com/news/Road-construction-to-start-on-Parker-Street-in-Warsaw-Oct-7Sun, 04 Oct 2026 07:35:00 -0400 WBNDELKHART, Ind. -- Elkhart County Parks will host a bird tour at the Elkhart Bog Nature Preserve from 8-11 a.m. https://www.abc57.com/news/birding-tour-at-elkhart-bog-nature-preserve-oct-7Sun, 04 Oct 2026 04:24:00 -0400 WBNDINDIANA -- The Indiana Department of Transportation is hosting it's next hiring event for winter seasonal work throughout the state on Oct. 6. https://www.abc57.com/news/indot-hosting-next-hiring-event-for-seasonal-work-oct-6Sun, 04 Oct 2026 03:46:00 -0400 WBNDNILES, Mich. -- Apples were king this weekend in Niles and a longstanding festival there is showing there's no shortage of ways to enjoy the crispy fruit.https://www.abc57.com/news/the-apple-cider-slushie-takes-over-as-most-popular-snack-at-four-flags-apple-festivalSat, 03 Oct 2026 23:14:00 -0400 WBNDhttps://www.abc57.com/news/cold-tuesday-morning-ahead-10-3-26Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:27:00 -0400 WBNDSOUTH BEND, Ind. -- The 5th annual Blessing of the Pets allowed the communities pets to be blessed and prayed for.https://www.abc57.com/news/5th-annual-blessing-of-the-petsSat, 03 Oct 2026 19:39:00 -0400 WBNDMISHAWAKA, Ind. -- A man is taken into custody after according to Mishawaka Police Department being aggressive both to a woman and child.https://www.abc57.com/news/man-arrested-after-being-aggressive-to-a-woman-desk-clerk-and-a-childSat, 03 Oct 2026 19:35:00 -0400 WBNDELKHART, Ind. -- The National New York Central Railroad Museum celebrated 175 years since the first train arrived in Elkhart.https://www.abc57.com/news/elkhart-celebrates-175-years-of-railroadsSat, 03 Oct 2026 18:39:00 -0400 WBNDhttps://www.abc57.com/news/cool-tonight-another-beautiful-day-in-store-tomorrow-10-3-26Sat, 03 Oct 2026 16:44:00 -0400 WBNDCHAPEL HILL, N.C. -- With rain impacting majority of Notre Dame’s trip to Chapel Hill, the Irish leaned on their rush attack to bully their way into a 5-0 start to the season. The 37-26 win wasn’t smooth sailing in ACC territory, but the Irish held off Bill Belichick and Co. down the stretch.https://www.abc57.com/news/notre-dame-holds-off-north-carolinaSat, 03 Oct 2026 11:50:00 -0400 WBNDSOUTH BEND, Ind. -- The Big Ten opener for Indiana was nearly a disaster under the lights last Friday night with Northwestern in town.https://www.abc57.com/news/ABC57-Kickoff-looks-ahead-at-IUs-game-against-Rutgers-following-a-scare-with-NorthwesternSat, 03 Oct 2026 11:20:00 -0400 WBNDCHAPEL HILL, N.C. -- The ABC57 Kickoff crew spoke with Irish Legend Michael Floyd, former star receiver for Notre Dame, about Saturday's matchup with UNC and what it was like to play ball for the Patriots under Coach Bill Belichick during their 2016 championship run.https://www.abc57.com/news/Irish-Legends-Former-Notre-Dame-receiver-Michael-Floyd-talks-UNC-matchup-and-playing-ball-for-Bill-BelichickSat, 03 Oct 2026 11:15:00 -0400 WBNDCHAPEL HILL, N.C. -- Notre Dame’s offense has not needed a massive number of snaps to light up the scoreboard. Through four games, the Fighting Irish rank 95th nationally in offensive plays but 17th in scoring, averaging 42.3 points per game.https://www.abc57.com/news/Notre-Dame-offense-thriving-on-depth-and-leave-no-doubt-mentalitySat, 03 Oct 2026 11:14:00 -0400 WBNDCHAPEL HILL, N.C. -- Superbowl champion and former Notre Dame offensive lineman Ryan Harris stopped by ABC57 Kickoff to discuss his pro career with the Denver Broncos and what it was like to go up against legendary head coach Bill Belichick.https://www.abc57.com/news/Irish-Legends-Superbowl-champion-and-former-Notre-Dame-offensive-lineman-Ryan-Harris-stops-by-ABC57-KickoffSat, 03 Oct 2026 11:11:00 -0400 WBNDCHAPEL HILL, N.C. -- Nobody knows the Tar Heels like Jones Angell, the man who calls every snap on Saturdays. Angell spoke with the ABC57 Kickoff crew as Notre Dame gets ready for its first trip to Keenan Stadium since 2022.https://www.abc57.com/news/Ask-the-Experts-Jones-Angell-voice-of-the-Tar-Heels-chats-with-ABC57-Kickoff-crewSat, 03 Oct 2026 10:46:00 -0400 WBNDCHAPEL HILL, N.C. -- Notre Dame’s defense has spent the first four weeks of the season making life miserable for opposing offenses. Now, the Fighting Irish will take one of the nation’s top defensive units on the road for their first ACC matchup of the season against North Carolina.https://www.abc57.com/news/Notre-Dame-defense-brings-one-play-one-life-mentality-into-UNC-matchupSat, 03 Oct 2026 10:45:00 -0400 WBNDSOUTH BEND, Ind. -- Notre Dame will take on UNC in Chapel Hill, North Carolina without a few players, including wide receiver Quincy Porter, who's yet to play a single game this season as he still recovers from a left knee injury he suffered while at Ohio State last season.https://www.abc57.com/news/OSMC-Playbook-When-injured-athletes-should-stop-trying-to-manage-an-injury-on-their-own-and-see-a-doctorSat, 03 Oct 2026 10:41:00 -0400 WBNDLAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. -- Indiana Department of Transportation will hold a public hearing Oct. 8 for the proposed intersection project at US 35 and Johnson/Severs Road.https://www.abc57.com/news/INDOT-hosting-public-hearing-for-intersection-project-at-US-35-Johnson-Road-and-Severs-RoadSat, 03 Oct 2026 09:45:00 -0400 WBNDNAPPANEE, Ind. -- The 100th annual Cornhusking Competition took place at Reed Farms as a celebration of how our ancestors picked corn.https://www.abc57.com/news/Reed-Farms-hosts-100th-annual-Cornhusking-CompetitionSat, 03 Oct 2026 08:17:00 -0400 WBNDhttps://www.abc57.com/news/beautiful-fall-weekend-for-michiana-100326Sat, 03 Oct 2026 07:33:00 -0400 WBNDMISHAWAKA, Ind-- October 4 marks the 28th Michiana Chili Cook Off where there will be over 20 different chili recipes going head-to-head for who has the best chili! https://www.abc57.com/news/28th-annual-michiana-chili-cook-offSat, 03 Oct 2026 07:01:00 -0400 WBNDhttps://www.abc57.com/news/dropping-through-the-40s-this-morning-100326Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:25:00 -0400 WBNDELKHART COUNTY, Ind. -- Lights Off Walking Club starts Oct. 6 in Cobus Creek County Park.https://www.abc57.com/news/Lights-Off-Walking-Club-starts-Oct-6-in-Cobus-Creek-County-ParkSat, 03 Oct 2026 04:35:00 -0400 WBNDELKHART, Ind. -- Elkhart County Parks Department is hosting a presentation of Weird Indiana The Haunted Truth on Oct. 16.https://www.abc57.com/news/elkhart-county-parks-department-hosting-weird-indiana-the-haunted-truthSat, 03 Oct 2026 03:57:00 -0400 WBNDBUCHANAN, Mich. -- In what was about as close to a "must win" game for both teams, Buchanan emerged victorious with a 44-13 win. https://www.abc57.com/news/bucks-dominate-bremen-44-13Fri, 02 Oct 2026 22:43:00 -0400 WBNDGOSHEN, Ind. -- In conjunction with Goshen First Friday's, the city welcomed the Potawatomi tribe for performances taking people on a journey through their rich history of culture, tradition, and roots.https://www.abc57.com/news/pokagon-band-of-the-potawatomi-tribe-performs-at-goshen-first-fridaysFri, 02 Oct 2026 22:38:00 -0400 WBNDMISHAWAKA, Ind. -- What began as a new way to celebrate the homecoming game in 2021 has grown into a district-wide celebration for the Penn-Harris-Madison community.https://www.abc57.com/news/penn-homecoming-rides-into-year-five-with-parade-football-and-plenty-of-funFri, 02 Oct 2026 21:40:00 -0400 WBNDELKHART, Ind. -- For the 8th time in school history, Concord High School's band will be performing at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. ABC57 got a sneak peek at Friday's practice to see what goes into preparation.https://www.abc57.com/news/concord-band-gears-up-for-macys-thanksgiving-day-paradeFri, 02 Oct 2026 21:35:00 -0400 WBNDSOUTH BEND, Ind. -- Downtown South Bend's October First Fridays on Oct. 2 served as the kickoff to Fire Prevention Week, which runs Oct. 4–10. The South Bend Fire Department set up along Michigan Street, which was closed to traffic for the event.https://www.abc57.com/news/kids-train-like-firefighters-to-kick-off-fire-prevention-weekFri, 02 Oct 2026 19:54:00 -0400 WBNDMIDDLEBURY, Ind. -- A couple in Alabama says they reached out to ATIA RV in Middlebury back in February this year and were promised a finished RV in two months.https://www.abc57.com/news/alabama-couple-alleges-elkhart-county-rv-dealer-scammed-them-out-of-thousands-of-dollarsFri, 02 Oct 2026 19:19:00 -0400 WBNDELKHART, Ind. -- An Elkhart man suspected of using cryptocurrency to buy child sex abuse material is in custody.https://www.abc57.com/news/elkhart-man-suspected-of-buying-child-sex-abuse-material-with-cryptocurrency-in-custodyFri, 02 Oct 2026 13:05:00 -0400 WBNDAs Notre Dame takes on UNC on the road Saturday, things don't look as dry. Rain showers are possible in Chapel Hill during gametime. https://www.abc57.com/news/cheering-on-the-irish-rain-or-shine-10-2-26Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:30:00 -0400 WBNDSOUTH BEND, Ind. -- The South Bend Community School Corporation confirmed to ABC57 News that one of their buses did get into a crash with another vehicle Friday morning.https://www.abc57.com/news/south-bend-school-bus-collides-with-vehicle-friday-morning-kids-on-board-uninjuredFri, 02 Oct 2026 11:50:00 -0400 WBNDCASS COUNTY, Mich. -- Deputies Sam Harris and Dane Wilson were recognized Thursday for saving a driver that crashed into a pond in July.https://www.abc57.com/news/Deputies-Sam-Harris-and-Dane-Wilson-recognized-for-life-saving-measuresFri, 02 Oct 2026 11:00:00 -0400 WBNDhttps://www.abc57.com/news/special-prosecutor-takes-over-cornell-alleged-gang-rape-investigation-as-national-outrage-growsFri, 02 Oct 2026 10:55:00 -0400 WBNDALMENA TOWNSHIP, Mich. -- A 31-year-old Kalamazoo man had to be extricated from his vehicle Friday morning after colliding with the side of a delivery truck on M-43.https://www.abc57.com/news/driver-extricated-from-car-after-striking-side-of-delivery-truckFri, 02 Oct 2026 10:44:00 -0400 WBNDINDIANAPOLIS - A new lawsuit filed by Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita alleges retaliatory behavior from the state's Supreme Court Disciplinary Commission.https://www.abc57.com/news/indiana-attorney-general-sues-members-of-court-disciplinary-commission-over-alleged-retaliationFri, 02 Oct 2026 10:22:00 -0400 WBNDAccording to a Linkedin post from Amazon Web Services CEO Matt Garman, the company will no longer use nondisclosure agreements with government agencies it works with on its projects. Garman said the company will focus on open houses and sharing information on design developments. https://www.abc57.com/news/amazon-executive-announces-end-of-data-center-ndas-with-local-governmentsFri, 02 Oct 2026 09:49:00 -0400 WBNDSOUTH BEND, Ind. -- It's opening weekend at Salem Haunted House.https://www.abc57.com/news/Sidney-Moore-visits-Salem-Haunted-House-for-opening-weekendFri, 02 Oct 2026 09:43:00 -0400 WBNDBUCHANAN, Mich. -- You probably know about 'The Cat in the Hat' from the doctor Seuss book. But a sinister version of that is circulating on social media and across the nation, causing enough of a stir to prompt warnings from schools and law enforcement nationwide, and in Michiana.https://www.abc57.com/news/Buchanan-police-warn-about-Cat-in-the-Hat-social-media-trendFri, 02 Oct 2026 09:06:00 -0400 WBNDSOUTH BEND, Ind.- The "If You Believe" Hope & Healing Movement is happening on Saturday, October 3rd from noon to 3 p.m.https://www.abc57.com/news/The-If-You-Believe-Hope--Healing-Movement-is-happening-Oct-3Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:48:00 -0400 WBNDhttps://www.abc57.com/news/a-near-perfect-fall-like-friday-10-2-26Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:30:00 -0400 WBNDhttps://www.abc57.com/news/soggy-morning-rain-ends-before-daybreak-10-2-26Fri, 02 Oct 2026 03:15:00 -0400 WBNDBUCHANAN, Mich. -- The Bucks come into Friday night's matchup looking to snap a two-game losing streak, and they think they have what it takes to get right back into the win column.https://www.abc57.com/news/bucks-aim-to-return-to-win-column-against-bremenThu, 01 Oct 2026 21:48:00 -0400 WBNDBREMEN, Ind. -- With a record of 5-1 coming into Friday's matchup, the Lions are feeling pretty good about their season so far. But as the postseason looms, these final three games will determine how ready this team is for the playoffs.https://www.abc57.com/news/lions-ramping-up-the-intensity-as-postseason-nearsThu, 01 Oct 2026 21:46:00 -0400 WBNDSOUTH BEND, Ind. -- The City of South Bend is now entering phase "2A" of the River Park Neighborhood Plan as ten trees along the Northside of Kid's Kingdom are coming down to create more parking space for the growing visiting population at the Potawatomi Zoo.https://www.abc57.com/news/south-bend-resident-voices-safety-concerns-amid-potawatomi-park-tree-cutdownThu, 01 Oct 2026 21:42:00 -0400 WBNDSOUTH BEND, Ind. -- South Bend officials are addressing public safety concerns following a night of violence after the Sept. 19 Notre Dame-Michigan State football game.https://www.abc57.com/news/progress-in-bissel-street-shooting-investigation-mayor-mueller-addresses-violent-weekendThu, 01 Oct 2026 21:39:00 -0400 WBNDBENTON HARBOR, Mich. -- Benton Harbor city leaders held a grand opening and open house Oct. 1 at the Bobo Brazil Community Center, 472 Cass St., showcasing the first phase of renovations to the former Naval Armory. The building, named for Benton Harbor native and professional wrestling legend Bobo Brazil, had sat closed for years.https://www.abc57.com/news/bobo-brazil-center-reopens-gym-still-waiting-on-fundsThu, 01 Oct 2026 21:34:00 -0400 WBNDBENTON HARBOR, Mich. -- A new soup kitchen opened its doors as of Oct. 1 in Benton Harbor. The kitchen is a 46-year-old nonprofit organization that serves a free noon meal every day. All you have to do to get a free meal is have good behavior.https://www.abc57.com/news/New-soup-kitchen-building-opens-in-Benton-Harbor-dedicated-to-serving-the-communityThu, 01 Oct 2026 18:18:00 -0400 WBNDWARSAW, Ind. -- Hire Kosciusko hosted its biannual job fair on Oct. 1 in Warsaw. Over 14 employers and three career resource organizations were in attendance, where they expected to see more than 100 people apply for jobs.https://www.abc57.com/news/kosciusko-county-hosts-job-fair-as-slate-auto-builds-workforce-of-up-to-2-000-employeesThu, 01 Oct 2026 17:46:00 -0400 WBNDSOUTH BEND, Ind. -- "Powerless" one South Bend resident says: Today ABC57 met with a South Bend homeowner, she said her house is paid off, but she still can't afford to live there.https://www.abc57.com/news/i-feel-powerless-how-south-bends-top-ranked-housing-market-is-driving-out-long-term-residentsThu, 01 Oct 2026 17:40:00 -0400 WBNDSOUTH BEND, Ind. --The "Fall" in Love with Downtown Festival in South Bend starts Friday from 5-9 p.m.https://www.abc57.com/news/Fall-in-love-with-downtown-festival-coming-to-South-BendThu, 01 Oct 2026 15:43:00 -0400 WBNDST. JOSEPH COUNTY, Ind. -- Court documents reveal the suspect in the non-fatal shooting at Laurel Woods Apartments on May 18, has been found guilty and was sentenced on Thursday.https://www.abc57.com/news/convicted-laurel-woods-shooter-sentenced-thursdayThu, 01 Oct 2026 15:06:00 -0400 WBNDNILES, Mich. -- The 54th annual Four Flags Area Apple Festival in Niles kicked off at 3 p.m. Thursday with rides, fair food and of course, lots and lots of apples.https://www.abc57.com/news/annual-four-flags-area-apple-fest-kicks-off-opening-day-in-nilesThu, 01 Oct 2026 15:04:00 -0400 WBNDLA PORTE COUNTY, Ind. -- A high schooler is in custody after allegedly having drugs and a gun in his vehicle on school property.https://www.abc57.com/news/18-year-old-high-schooler-from-union-mills-charged-with-having-a-gun-drugs-on-school-propertyThu, 01 Oct 2026 12:41:00 -0400 WBNDMICHIGAN CITY, Ind. -- An employee of Michigan City Area Schools is facing one count of Fraud after allegedly using almost $4,000 of the district's money for unapproved personal use via a company credit card in early 2025.https://www.abc57.com/news/employee-faces-fraud-charge-for-alleged-misappropriation-of-nearly-4k-from-michigan-city-area-schoolsThu, 01 Oct 2026 12:02:00 -0400 WBNDAfter a flurry of eleventh-hour litigation, Christa Pike was strapped to a gurney Wednesday night, set to become the first woman executed in Tennessee in 200 years.https://www.abc57.com/news/christa-pike-survived-an-execution-what-went-wrongThu, 01 Oct 2026 11:37:00 -0400 WBNDImmigration and Customs Enforcement officers will only be allowed to conduct vehicle stops if they have completed related training courses and must ensure that vehicles used for stops are equipped with lights and sirens, according to new internal guidance reviewed by CNN.https://www.abc57.com/news/exclusive-ice-officers-can-only-conduct-vehicle-stops-if-they-complete-certain-training-new-guidance-showsThu, 01 Oct 2026 11:37:00 -0400 WBNDWASHINGTON DC -- The Supreme Court agreed Thursday to review President Donald Trump’s policy of imposing mandatory detention without bond hearings for people who entered the country illegally, taking up one of the administration’s most aggressive and controversial moves to crack down on immigration.https://www.abc57.com/news/supreme-court-to-review-key-part-of-trump-s-immigration-policyThu, 01 Oct 2026 11:36:00 -0400 WBNDMINNEAPOLIS, Minn. -- The family of an American woman shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent has filed two civil lawsuits related to her death, according to court records filed Thursday in Minnesota federal court.https://www.abc57.com/news/family-of-renee-good-sues-us-government-and-trump-officials-over-her-deathThu, 01 Oct 2026 11:36:00 -0400 WBNDMICHIGAN CITY, Ind. -- A 50-year-old man is facing several felonies, including Attempted Murder, following a reported battery incident on the night of Sept. 20.https://www.abc57.com/news/50-year-old-man-charged-with-attempted-murder-domestic-battery-animal-cruelty-moreThu, 01 Oct 2026 11:30:00 -0400 WBNDOfficials in Bristol are responding to a water main break.https://www.abc57.com/news/water-main-break-reported-in-bristol-boil-order-to-be-in-place-for-impacted-homes-1Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:59:00 -0400 WBNDGOSHEN, Ind. -- Parkview Health announced Thursday that Goshen Health has officially joined their system.https://www.abc57.com/news/goshen-health-joins-parkview-health-expanding-network-of-primary-and-specialty-care-physiciansThu, 01 Oct 2026 10:49:00 -0400 WBNDA judge in the nation’s capital agreed on Thursday to permanently dismiss a criminal case charging a former Olympian with vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, a move that could prevent federal prosecutors from reviving the case under political pressure from President Donald Trump.https://www.abc57.com/news/dc-judge-permanently-dismisses-case-charging-ex-olympian-with-vandalizing-reflecting-pool-1Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:17:00 -0400 WBNDKOSCIUSKO COUNTY, Ind. -- An Indiana contractor is facing a charge after allegedly stealing tens of thousands of dollars to spend on personal expenses.https://www.abc57.com/news/contractor-charged-in-kosciusko-county-for-allegedly-stealing-thousands-spending-it-on-gambling-and-excursionsThu, 01 Oct 2026 09:21:00 -0400 WBNDSOUTH Bend. ind. -- South Bend Fire Department Assistant Chief of Prevention, Derek Erquhart, sat down with ABC57's Jordan Tolbert about the upcoming Fire Prevention week happening Oct. 4-10.https://www.abc57.com/news/sbfd-talks-fire-prevention-week-october-4-10Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:14:00 -0400 WBNDSOUTH BEND, Ind. -- St. Joseph County Dispatch confirms a call came in around 7:25 a.m. for a rollover crash on Old US 31 and Kern Rd. https://www.abc57.com/news/semi-rollover-on-sr-31-and-kern-rdThu, 01 Oct 2026 07:24:00 -0400 WBNDBREMEN, Ind. -- As Indiana farmers prepare for the fall harvest, Governor Mike Braun is waiving regulations for them to use "dyed diesel" for their trucks and tractors. https://www.abc57.com/news/-09-30-26Wed, 30 Sep 2026 21:54:00 -0400 WBNDNILES, Mich. -- Niles Citizens for Responsible Zoning held a community discussion to inform residents of data centers and the steps to try to combat against big tech companies. https://www.abc57.com/news/niles-citizens-for-responsible-zoning-hold-discussion-stopping-data-centersWed, 30 Sep 2026 21:52:00 -0400 WBNDThe South Bend Police Department held a free car safety check in partnership with Beacon Health to help keep local kids safe on the road during Seat Check Awareness Month. https://www.abc57.com/news/south-bend-police-department-holds-free-car-seat-safety-checksWed, 30 Sep 2026 20:52:00 -0400 WBNDSOUTH BEND, Ind. -- The Bissell Street shooting took the lives of three victims, and Keimisha Dillard, the mother of one of the victims, is grieving while still searching for answers. https://www.abc57.com/news/mother-of-bissell-street-shooting-speaks-out-pleading-for-justice-while-grieving-the-death-of-her-daughterWed, 30 Sep 2026 18:32:00 -0400 WBNDSOUTH BEND, Ind. -- If you haven't noticed, this has been an unusually quiet hurricane season in the Atlantic. So far this season, there have been no named hurricanes in the Atlantic basin. The 2026 season has surpassed its "statistical peak" season, which was around Sept. 10, breaking a 60-year record for the least active start. https://www.abc57.com/news/hurricane-impacts-at-home-how-pacific-storms-are-reaching-michiana-9-30-26Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:40:00 -0400 WBNDMISHAWAKA, Ind. -- Shortly after 4 a.m. Saturday morning, officers from the Mishawaka Police department responded to a welfare check request on Tremont Drive.https://www.abc57.com/news/welfare-check-leads-to-officer-threatened-with-handgun-suspect-later-arrestedSat, 13 Jun 2026 16:41:00 -0400 WBNDSOUTH BEND, Ind. -- Founder and Director of the Notre Dame Exoneration Justice Clinic, Jimmy Gurule, is working to push new legislation in the Hoosier State to make it harder for jailhouse informants to testify in court.https://www.abc57.com/news/preventing-false-testimony-ndejc-pushes-legislation-regulating-use-of-jailhouse-informantsWed, 30 Sep 2026 17:02:00 -0400 WBNDSOUTH BEND, Ind. -- "The Wizard of Oz" from 1939 is considered a Hollywood classic by any measure and captivated generations of families through annual airings on broadcast TV beginning in the mid-50s.https://www.abc57.com/news/the-significance-of-the-wizard-of-oz-returning-to-broadcast-tv-and-breaking-down-myths-of-its-makingWed, 30 Sep 2026 16:56:00 -0400 WBNDCONSTANINE, Mich. A ten-inch water main break at 1020 South Washington will lead to a boil water advisory to start after construction, set to happen at 8:30 a.m. https://www.abc57.com/news/Boil-water-order-in-Constantine-after-water-main-breakMon, 28 Sep 2026 03:32:00 -0400 WBNDSOUTH BEND, Ind. -- Today Indiana state leaders met at Morris Park Country Club to hear from Dr. Robert Dietz, Chief Economist, National Association of Home Builders about home affordability, mortgage rates and outlook for families.https://www.abc57.com/news/inside-indianas-housing-high-demand-high-rates-and-the-push-for-new-buildsWed, 30 Sep 2026 14:43:00 -0400 WBNDSOUTH BEND, Ind. -- A 37-year-old South Bend man will spend a decade in prison after pleading guilty to Possession with Intent to Distribute 50 Grams or more of Methamphetamine.https://www.abc57.com/news/south-bend-man-sentenced-to-decade-in-prison-for-meth-chargeWed, 30 Sep 2026 13:59:00 -0400 WBNDST. JOSEPH COUNTY, Ind. -- Three people are in the hospital after a two-vehicle crash on S.R. 2 and Timothy Road Wednesday morning.https://www.abc57.com/news/police-respond-to-two-vehicle-crash-with-injuries-on-sr-2-lane-closures-in-placeWed, 30 Sep 2026 11:01:00 -0400 WBNDINDIANAPOLIS -- Gov. Mike Braun announced Indiana's renewed statewide energy emergency and the extended suspension of the state’s Gasoline Use Tax and Gasoline Excise Tax through Nov. 4.https://www.abc57.com/news/gov-braun-extends-indiana-s-statewide-energy-emergency-and-gas-tax-suspensionWed, 30 Sep 2026 10:43:00 -0400 WBNDSOUTH BEND, Ind. -- A man injured in a 2024 officer-involved shooting has filed a federal lawsuit against the City of South Bend and former SBPD Officer Emanuel Garcia, alleging violation of the 4th and 14th amendments, and for common-law battery.https://www.abc57.com/news/federal-lawsuit-against-south-bend-in-connection-with-2024-officer-involved-shooting-moves-aheadWed, 30 Sep 2026 10:13:00 -0400