Chicago Cubs Sign Ace Starting Pitcher Jon Lester
The Chicago Cubs have acquired ace Oakland A’s pitcher Jon Lester through free agency. The news comes one day after the crosstown rival Chicago White Sox picked up Jeff Samardzija…more»
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Supreme Court Declines BP Attempt to Nix Gulf Oil Disaster Settlement
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»
South Bend Common Council Passes Social Media Ordinance
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»
Jeff Samardzija Returning to Chicago in Latest Aggressive Move for White Sox
Starting pitcher Jeff Samardzija is returning to Chicago, but not in a Cubs uniform. Samardzija, who was traded to the Oakland A’s last year from the Chicago Cubs after a…more»
Oliver Davis Announces Re-Election Bid to Common Council
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»
Deadly South Bend Pedestrian Accident Still Under Investigation
The St. Joseph County prosecutor’s office is investigating a pedestrian death that occurred on Saturday night in South Bend. The prosecutor’s office said today that police responded just after 9…more»
HRC Report Finds South Bend Ranks Above Average for Gay Rights
South Bend is receiving national recognition for its efforts at promoting gender and sexual orientation equality among its residents. The city scored a 67 out of 100 in the Human…more»
Proposed South Bend Common Council Social Media Ordinance Could Spark Lawsuit
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»
Striking Workers Make Gains in Fight for $15 Minimum Wage
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»
South Bend Has 12th Most Unpredictable Weather Among Major US Cities
Anyone that has spent an extended amount of time in Michiana would agree that the weather around here is unpredictable. It could be 60 degrees one day and in the…more»