Good morning, South Bend.

Shortcakes on the Blacktop is celebrating 31 years today at the Cathedral of St. James parking lot in downtown South Bend—running from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with homemade shortcake, fresh strawberries, ice cream and whipped cream for $7, and pre-purchased tickets guarantee treats until 2:30 p.m. while proceeds benefit St. Margaret’s House, Dismas House and Imagination Library through the Community Foundation of St. Joseph County.

On Tuesday, June 17, more than 200 community members attended a ceremony—featuring remarks from family and local officials—to rename Friendship Park in honor of late community worker and activist Bernice Freeman.

A 39-year-old motorcyclist died when his motorcycle crashed with a minivan in Granger on S.R.

23 just before 5:00 p.m.—the van driver received minor injuries.

Four years ago at a Juneteenth celebration at the former Heavenly Goat Brewery in Mishawaka, a shooting killed one man and injured four + the investigation has not led to any arrests, leaving the victim's family to seek justice.

Local theater groups in South Bend are kicking off their summer season with comedies, dramas and musicals playing through September — audiences can choose from varied show times, ticket prices and even family-friendly productions.

Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita said he received a long written response from Notre Dame about his inquiry into the school’s DEI policies and is reviewing it—he also criticized Sheriff Bill Redman for allegedly not following ICE detainer requests and noted that a lawsuit over poor conditions at a LaPorte mobile home park remains in early stages.

The WNBA All-Star 2025 Host Committee announced a statewide scavenger hunt that will invite Indiana fans to answer trivia on women’s basketball ahead of the All-Star weekend scheduled for July 18 and 19.

The hunt will include events at 20 locations across 17 cities, with plans in South Bend (and Warsaw) on Tuesday, July 8.

The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians and Four Winds Casinos announced that three players — Gabby Barker (Lemieux), Lauren Beaudreau, and Paige Warren — received sponsor exemptions to play in the 2025 Four Winds Invitational.

The tournament will be held from Aug. 1-3 at South Bend Country Club and proceeds will benefit Beacon Children's Hospital.

Northern Indiana FC will host an international friendly match against Mexico's Atlas FC U-23 on Sunday, Jun.

22 at 4:00 a.m. at Luis Manta Stadium at the Indiana Invaders Sports Complex. A meet and greet will be held at Fiesta Tapatia in Granger on Saturday, Jun. 21—ticket proceeds will benefit local nonprofit initiatives.

Midwest Twilight Imperium Championship

9 AM – 10 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel South Bend — Free parking — Compete for galactic glory in the highly anticipated second annual Twilight Imperium tournament.

Open House at Stunning Renovated American Foursquare

2-4 p.m. — 320 Howard St, South Bend, IN — Free entry — Explore a beautifully renovated home with modern amenities close to downtown and a major university.

Softball Summer Day Camp I - Play Like the Irish

9-11 a.m. — Melissa Cook Stadium — Open to all registrants — Enhance pitching and catching skills with specialized drills and mechanics training.

Bash Softball Showcase Camp

All day — South Bend, Indiana — Registration required — Aiming to connect high school athletes with college coaches through tailored showcases.

The Happy Campers Band at Bloomin' Fest

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Blooming Bus Farms — Benefit event — Enjoy live music from local bands and support a good cause with food and drink vendors.

Open House at Berkley Square Condo

2-4 p.m. — 1009 Berkley Cir, Mishawaka, IN — $145,000 — Explore a charming two-bedroom condo featuring fresh flooring and low-maintenance living.

Teen Anime Club

4:30-6 p.m. — Elkhart Public Library - Downtown — Free entry — Enjoy anime, manga, snacks, and crafts with fellow fans.

South Bend Women's Small Group Meeting

6:45-7:30 a.m. — South Bend, Indiana — Free entry — Connect with local women for discussion and community support.

Vibes Music Festival

5 PM – 2 AM — Howard Park's Event Lawn — Children 12 & under free — Celebrate culture and talent with music, food, and local vendors.

South Bend Women’s Small Group Meeting

6:45-7:30 a.m. — South Bend, Indiana — Free entry — Engage in meaningful discussions and connect with local women in this supportive small group.