Senate Democrats Block Fast Track Trade Bill
The so-called “fast track” trade bill has stalled as Republicans failed to clear a 60 vote procedural hurdle necessary to move forward in the United States Senate. The bill, which…more»
Author Archives: Kyle W. Bell
South Bend 150 App Launches for Smartphones
A new app just released on iTunes and Google Play will allow users to search for South Bend 150 events taking place on the city’s 150th anniversary weekend. The South…more»
Study: Foreclosure Crisis Fueled Dramatic Rise of Racial Segregation
The foreclosure crisis that drove approximately 9 million people across the United States from their homes disproportionately displaced black and Latino households and led to a spike in segregation along…more»
Volunteers Still Needed for South Bend 150 Celebration
South Bend will see its biggest celebration in years later this month as revelers pack downtown by the tens of thousands to mark the city’s sesquicentennial during Memorial Day weekend…more»
Grand Canyon Development Project Draws Conservationist Opposition
The U.S. Forest Service is considering approval for a mega-development on the outskirts of the majestic Grand Canyon — a project the superintendent of Grand Canyon National Park has called…more»
Free Workshop Prepares High School Students, Parents for College
Parents and high school students are invited to a college readiness workshop this Saturday on the campus of the University of Notre Dame. The event, “Guiding Your Way to Higher…more»
Stephen Colbert Donates $800,000 to Public Schools
Stephen Colbert is nationally recognized for his biting wit and satire. The comedian is less widely known for his vast philanthropic work, which in the past has benefited organizations advocating…more»
IUSB Accepting E-Waste at Annual Recycling Event
Do you have unwanted electronics sitting around the house collecting dust? Rather than junking it, Indiana University South Bend would like to see it recycled. The local university is hosting…more»
Federal Appeals Court Rules NSA Phone Surveillance Illegal
A federal appeals court ruled in a landmark decision on Thursday that the bulk telephone surveillance program operated by the U.S. National Security Agency and revealed in 2013 by whistleblower…more»
What Does Electoral Victory Look Like? Visualizing Buttigieg’s Win
Mayor Pete Buttigieg cruised to victory on Tuesday night, easily defeating two-term Common Councilman Henry Davis Jr. in a 78-22 blowout. The victory is even more impressive when broken down…more»