Good morning, South Bend.

The Food Bank of Northern Indiana announced its May Mobile Food Distributions that will provide free pre-boxed food items at drive-thru and self-loading sites with each household limited to one package—supplies available while they last.

The events are scheduled from May 8th to May 29th in LaPorte, St. Joseph, Elkhart, Marshall, Kosciusko, and Starke counties.

A car crashed through the front of Einstein Bros.

Bagels at 2019 S. Bend Ave on Wednesday morning after 8:30 a.m.—fire officials used two struts to support the wall while a tow truck removed the vehicle and no injuries were reported as investigators looked into the cause.

On Wednesday morning, a vehicle crashed into Einstein Bros.

Bagels on South Bend Avenue + no one was injured. Firefighters stabilized a load-bearing wall + a towing company then removed the vehicle.

South Bend Police warned that fake panhandlers using false posters claiming a child's death from tumor cancer were spotted near Olive Street and Western Avenue — locals should check donation requests carefully before giving money.

Goshen resident Ben Ganger, a 30-year-old opera singer with the South Bend Lyric Opera who co-founded the local Opera on Tap group, won his second consecutive Jeopardy game on April 30, earning $16,816—his two-day total reached $41,815 and he will return on the show today.

Ivy Tech’s automotive program in South Bend teaches students to diagnose and repair modern vehicles such as newer automobiles + diesel trucks while also building essential computer skills.

The school will launch a new hybrid program to train technicians in safely repairing high-voltage systems and meet the growing demand for skilled workers.

Residents across Saint Joseph County have raised concerns about rising property assessments and higher property taxes as many in South Bend file challenges.

County Assessors Office officials are addressing the issues—ABC57's Jackie Bauer reported strong numbers downtown today.

Notre Dame football will add Virginia transfer Malachi Fields as a new wide receiver when he enrolls in June, replacing Jayden Thomas who will join the Cavaliers in Charlottesville.

Fields, named third-team all-conference and team captain last year, is set to make his Irish debut on Labor Day weekend at Miami — a move that reshapes the team’s receiver group.

Run Happy 50K Event

8 AM - 4 PM — Potato Creek State Park — Registration required — Enjoy a fun and relaxed running experience through beautiful nature trails.

Camerata Singers Concert

4-5:30 p.m. — Wellfield Botanic Gardens — $20 Adult, $8 Child — Experience a unique choral concert exploring the beauty and struggle of Earth.

South Bend Women's Small Group Meeting

6:45-7:30 a.m. — South Bend, Indiana — Free entry — Engage in weekly discussions and foster community connections among local women.

Cirque Italia - Water Circus

7:30-9 p.m. — University Park Mall — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable show featuring a stunning aquatic stage and breathtaking performances.

PetPalooza

10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Century Center — Vendor fees apply — Celebrate all things furry, feathered, and scaly at this vibrant pet gathering.

Great Boss Workshop

8 AM - 3 PM — Four Winds Field — Cost varies — Unlock your leadership potential and develop higher-performing teams with expert guidance.

Kevin James: Stand-Up Comedy

7:30-9 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughs with comedian Kevin James, known for his engaging stand-up and hit sitcoms.

4th Annual Oaklawn's Got Talent

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — Ticket information available online — A lively evening showcasing local talent for a great cause supporting mental health and addiction treatment.

Annual Senior Fair

10 AM – 12 PM — South Bend Tech Resource Center — Free entry — Enjoy food, fun, and activities suitable for seniors and all ages.

To Have and to Hold: Marriage Music

Celebrate wedding season with a wide variety of choral music written for or about weddings or the institution of marriage. Composers range from John Tavener and John Ritter to John Legend, with a “wedding” reception to folllow!