Good morning, South Bend.

People Helping People Outreach, teaming with ICU Ministries + WUBS Radio, is collecting water, gift cards, toiletries, diapers, cleaning supplies, tents, and generators for Lake County families hit by storms.

Donations can be dropped off at 702 Lincolnway West from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. until next Wednesday.

A former pilot reunited with the same plane he flew 24 years ago at Goshen Airport after his daughter and Waterford Crossing Senior Living staff organized a surprise flight for him.

The event is part of Trilogy Health Services’ Live a Dream program that has granted hundreds of dreams this year.

Former transportation secretary and former mayor Pete Buttigieg leads the 2026 South Bend Community Hall of Fame class.

The induction dinner will take place on Oct. 13 at the Century Center (120 S. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd) with six other community figures honored.

Doug Church from Mishawaka keeps Elvis’s music alive with decades of shows and replica suits, recalling Elvis’ memorable visit to South Bend and the excitement of young fans.

His tribute in the community honors the King’s lasting legacy.

The EPA declared LaSalle Park safe after nearly 10 years of cleanup — new soil now covers what was once a dumping ground.

City leaders say the park is safe for visits and the agency will host a community meeting this fall.

Former Notre Dame defensive end Junior Tuihalamaka entered the transfer portal amid NCAA eligibility changes and has now committed to LSU — a decision that leaves his former spot open to talented players like preseason standout Boubacar Traore, with coach Marcus Freeman noting the late timing hindered further discussions.

Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman said Quincy Porter underwent a minor procedure on Friday, Aug.

21 to speed his return from left patellar tendon surgery + he is expected to remain sidelined for a few more weeks as new receiver Micah Gilbert steps up.