Good morning, South Bend.

The Potawatomi Zoo welcomed a healthy baby Sichuan takin on May 12 from mom Yi Liu and dad Caboose—she passed her first exam on May 15 and is thriving.

This arrival brightens local days with positive news.

Family Express canceled its plans for a new gas station at Harrison and Blackberry Roads after local homeowners — concerned over noise and traffic — opposed the proposal Friday afternoon in Mishawaka.

Ranger is a friendly, two-year-old pit-mix ready for adoption at the South Bend Animal Resource Center.

He is house-trained, knows the sit command, loves walks, and gets along with cats and dogs—ideal for families that enjoy outdoor adventures.

St. Joseph County Police and Dunkin’ raised hundreds of dollars for Indiana Special Olympics on Friday morning by offering free donuts and coffee to customers, with the funds supporting local athletes in the annual Cop on a Rooftop event.

A historical marker for 'Take Me Out to the Ball Game' was dedicated Friday afternoon at Four Winds Field and featured Rabbi Michael Friedland speaking at the event.

Construction on the GM battery plant near New Carlisle is paused as GM holds the site until a future partner is ready, and county officials say they will discuss next steps before the January 1 infrastructure payment.

Emma Filley from LaVille Jr/Sr High School was named Tribune Student of the Week for May 11 by local readers.

Nominees from Adams and NorthWood High Schools were also in the contest and new nominations will be accepted on Monday.

Notre Dame is hosting graduation weekend ceremonies with diploma events held today and a Commencement Mass at the Joyce Center at 5 p.m. The main University Commencement is scheduled for Sunday at Notre Dame Stadium (e-tickets required).

The American Red Cross in South Bend urges local donors to give blood as seasonal demand rises, offering a $20 Amazon gift card + an oversized beach towel with donations scheduled May 1 to 17 and May 18 to 31.

Brandywine Bobcats beat the Edwardsburg Eddies by a score of 10 to 5, and players Kaeden Warfield and Ryder Richard shared insights about the game.

Their win boosts the team’s local momentum as they prepare for upcoming matches.

Ryan Harris, a former Notre Dame football player and current radio analyst, announced Friday he is leaving the booth after eight seasons to finish law school and explore NFL and TV opportunities; Notre Dame will hire a new analyst soon.

DisruptHR South Bend 4.0

4-7 p.m. — The Brick — Free entry — Discover bold ideas that challenge traditional views on work and leadership in a fast-paced format.

Indiana's Mac & Cheese Festival 2026

5-10 p.m. — Four Winds Field at Coveleski Stadium — Cost info unavailable — A cheesy, fun-filled celebration of comfort food in South Bend.

The Amazing Amico Bros World Tour Live

8-10 p.m. — The Drop Comedy Club — $20-25 — Experience an outrageous night of chaotic comedy and live music with Zac and Crack Amico.

Mosaic Lamp Workshop in South Bend

10:00 AM – 12:30 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel South Bend — All materials provided — Craft your own beautiful Turkish mosaic lamp in this beginner-friendly workshop.