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A Beautiful Patio to Watch the Most Beautiful Games

Brian S. Collier, Ph.D. -
Chimichurri, renowned for its authentic Argentine cuisine, has transformed its South Bend location with a handcrafted patio that features a big-screen TV for World Cup viewing. The owners aim to provide a welcoming community space where everyone can enjoy great food and the excitement of live soccer this summer.
Investigations

Police tapes: Chief Boykins found no evidence of crimes or racism by officers

Logan Foster -
Chief Darryl Boykins signed a document in 2013 saying he was aware of no evidence of illegal activity by the police officers whose calls...

Diego Morales passed the GOP’s loyalty test. Party leaders want him out anyway.

Indiana State Senator David Niezgodski’s New Upbeat Writing Style: Or My State Senator Has Been Replaced by AI.  

Sump Pump Trades: Father’s Day and AI

The Indiana Convention: Braun Respects the Process. His Colleagues Don’t.

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Interviews With Elected Officials

Interviews With Elected Officials

Q&A: Dan Schaetzle on public service, community priorities, and why he’s running for re-election

Logan Foster -
Dan Schaetzle, a St. Joseph County councilman and Penn High School teacher, prioritizes community improvement over politics. He aims to secure funding for projects like Anderson Road Park while addressing concerns like leaf pickup and snow plowing. Schaetzle promotes civic engagement among youth and emphasizes maintaining efficient government as a Republican.

Indiana’s Election Security Champion: 1 on 1 With Secretary of State Diego Morales

Sandra Ort Set to Retire After Decades of Service to Greene Township 

Doris Portolese Brings Results-Focused Leadership to Penn Township 

Will Miller: Olive Township Trustee and Community Advocate

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A Beautiful Patio to Watch the Most Beautiful Games

Brian S. Collier, Ph.D. -
Chimichurri, renowned for its authentic Argentine cuisine, has transformed its South Bend location with a handcrafted patio that features a big-screen TV for World Cup viewing. The owners aim to provide a welcoming community space where everyone can enjoy great food and the excitement of live soccer this summer.

Diego Morales passed the GOP’s loyalty test. Party leaders want him out anyway.

Indiana State Senator David Niezgodski’s New Upbeat Writing Style: Or My State Senator Has Been Replaced by AI.  

Public Records Requests

Public Records: Emails between John H. Murphy and James Jamie O’Brien between 07/01/2024 and 12/31/2024

Public Records -
A records request filed in St. Joseph County, IN, seeks all emails exchanged between John H. Murphy and James O'Brien from July 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024. Potential email addresses include jmurphy@sjcindiana.gov and jamesobrienesq@yahoo.com. The request includes clarification communications related to the request.

State finds South Bend violated public records law in handling city attorney invoices

Logan Foster -
Indiana’s Public Access Counselor has found that the City of South Bend violated state public records law by taking an unreasonable amount of time...

Gladys Muhammad Tied to At Least $293,000 in City and School Payments, Records Show

Logan Foster -
Redress South Bend reveals that the City of South Bend and the South Bend Community School Corporation have paid Gladys Muhammad and her organizations at least $293,000 since 2022. Contracts authorized payments for community engagement and educational services without competitive bidding, raising concerns amid budget pressures and scrutiny of local government spending.

SBPD ShotSpotter Map Released to Redress South Bend

Logan Foster -
The South Bend Police Department has released the ShotSpotter coverage map to Redress South Bend, promoting transparency after denying previous public access. ShotSpotter, which uses sensors to detect gunfire, operates in only 7.5 of South Bend's 44 square miles, raising questions about its effectiveness, community impact, and future expansion.

Public Calls for Transparency as Mayor Mueller Withholds Location List for Intake Center

Logan Foster -
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oN0taNgc7BI Mayor James Mueller’s recent commitment to release a list of potential locations for the new intake center has gone unfulfilled, causing considerable consternation among...
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