Daily
South Bend
Friday, January 16th, 2026
Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ TV station WSBT 22 is honoring Corporal Bryce Moore of the Elkhart Police Department for helping bring a man to safety. The recognition celebrates his unsung hero act and dedication to the community this evening. WSBT
- ➤ A funeral Mass for retired Tribune editor Ed Semmler will be held today at 3 p.m. at St. Hedwig Catholic Church, and his family will host a celebration of life at South Bend Brew Werks to honor his 26 years with the paper. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ IU quarterback Fernando Mendoza and his backup brother partnered with local BuffaLouie’s to launch a Mendoza’s burger fundraiser with a Cuban flair that raises money and awareness for multiple sclerosis; the restaurant will match 20% of proceeds for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. WSBT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ South Bend’s first public pool, opened in 1922, now operates as the Civil Rights Heritage Center at IU South Bend on West Washington Street. The center preserves its segregated past and promotes education and community events, including a free library for locals. WSBT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials warn that the invasive spotted lanternfly may soon threaten local vineyards and orchards, urging residents to report sightings and inspect vehicles for egg masses. Purdue University experts note the pest risks higher costs and crop damage for growers + call for rapid action to curb its spread. South Bend Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A bill to change the South Bend School board from elected to appointed was pulled on Thursday when the committee did not hear it, and bill author Linda Rogers confirmed SB 248 is off the table—a measure that may resurface with an amendment in a future session. WSBT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Notre Dame basketball will play Virginia Tech tomorrow at 12 p.m. at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg as the Irish seek to rebound from recent home losses, and the game airs on ACCN and 960 WSBT-AM. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ REES Theatre will host a free community IU watch party for the national championship game against the 10th seeded Miami Hurricanes, letting local fans gather and enjoy the game together. WSBT
- ➤ Notre Dame starting linebackers Drayk Bowen and Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa are recovering from surgery. Bowen, a rising senior who had a procedure for a torn hip labrum, will join limited spring practice while junior Viliamu-Asa, who tore his ACL on Senior Day against Syracuse, is expected back by the fall opener on Sept. 6+ according to coach Marcus Freeman. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Notre Dame football added eight transfers on Thursday, including Oregon defensive tackle Tionne Gray (a 6-foot-6, 336-pound redshirt sophomore from St. Louis) to boost team depth after his College Football Playoff appearances. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Notre Dame women's basketball lost to Louisville 79 to 66 yesterday at home (the starters played nearly every minute while reserves scored only 2 bench points), exposing a depth issue that may challenge them in future ACC contests. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Indiana Hooisers will play in the national championship on Monday, Jan. 19 at 7:30 p.m. on ESPN as they chase their first football title and 16th win, while IU artist John Terzini distributes free commemorative posters (his design nods to a memorable Notre Dame game). WSBT
-
Happy Hour at Hammer & Quill
5:30-11:30 p.m. — Hammer & Quill — $ — Unwind with light hor d’oeuvres, two drink tickets, and live music from the South Bend Symphony String Quintet.
-
Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 6 with Anthony McGill
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an emotionally powerful evening featuring Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 6 and acclaimed clarinetist Anthony McGill.
-
South Bend Record Show
2 p.m. — River Commons Homeowners Association — Cost varies — Explore a vast collection of records in a peaceful neighborhood setting.
-
FUJI BJJ South Bend Winter Championship
9:30 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. — Century Center — Tournament entry fees apply — Experience top-tier Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competition at the South Bend Winter Championship.
-
Next to Normal by Phoenix Performing Arts
3:00-5:30 p.m. — Goshen Theater — Tickets available online now — A powerful rock musical that explores the complexities of mental illness in a suburban family through heartfelt music and storytelling.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Well done is better than well said.
~ Benjamin Franklin
About Daily South Bend
Welcome to the Daily South Bend, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the South Bend, Indiana community. If you like the Daily South Bend, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in South Bend.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in South Bend and across Indiana. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily South Bend
A free South Bend community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailysouthbend.com/sitemap