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Despite BP’s public relations blitz and high-priced team of lawyers, the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday rejected the oil giant’s challenge to a settlement of billions of dollars for the…more»

The South Bend Common Council approved an ordinance at Monday night’s council meeting that regulates the conduct of its members on social media. A few minor changes were made to…more»

Council President Oliver Davis has announced that he is seeking a third term. “Councilman Oliver Davis, the man with the bow-tie, continues to ask for your vote, support, and prayers,…more»

The South Bend Common Council is debating a proposed ordinance that would cover social media policies for its members. The ordinance could come up for a vote as early as…more»

Thousands of workers in several different low-pay industries—including fast food, airlines, and health care—staged protests throughout the country on Thursday to demand a $15 an hour minimum wage, improved benefits,…more»

Honoring the legacy of the late campaign finance reform crusader known as Granny D, 81-year-old Rhana Bazzini on Wednesday completed an over 400-mile trek from Sarasota to the Florida Capitol…more»

There were no hanging chads, butterfly ballots or disputes over procedure. Florida circa 2000 this was not. The final tally in the St. Joseph County Council race in District B…more»

First-term Councilman Gavin Ferlic is running for re-election to the South Bend Common Council. “If elected to a second term, Ferlic will continue his dedication to economic development, neighborhoods, and…more»

Randy Kelly has announced his candidacy for South Bend Common Council. Kelly is running in the 3rd District currently occupied by Valerie Schey, who was first elected in 2011. District…more»

Indiana has been at the center of a number of controversial anti-abortion laws in the past several years. The legislature’s measures have ranged from mandates that women receiving an abortion…more»