Good morning, South Bend.

New Day Intake Center is breaking ground at 4022 Old Cleveland Road in South Bend as it starts building a new 25,000-square-foot shelter; a ceremony is set for 1 p.m. tomorrow.

The facility will have 30 single rooms and 45 double rooms with 120 beds, a clinic, laundry, a kitchen, and spaces for mental health, addiction help, art, and a chapel — and it is expected to be finished by late 2027.

Matthys Ballpark in South Bend was rededicated on Sept.

20 after fires in summer 2024 damaged two buildings—softball games marked the celebration. Players from the Michiana Repetition Youth Travel Softball League cut the ribbon—honoring Maurice Matthys’ legacy and the field’s history.

Notre Dame football season tickets used to be reserved for alumni and select groups, but in 2007 the school offered 5,000 extra tickets online with a $50 fee—later adding seat-based fees, tiered pricing, and mobile ticketing.

Today, the 2025 season is sold out with most single-game tickets gone and the Texas A&M game carrying a lowest resale price of $423.

Notre Dame Football opened its season 0 to 2, marking the first time in 37 years a Top 25 team lost its first two games and sparking heated debate on social media.

Analysts and fans blamed questionable officiating and new defensive coordinator Chris Ash while ESPN lowered playoff chances to 5.9 percent—raising concerns about the team’s future.

ABC57 Kickoff's Allison Hayes emceed the 2025 Knute Rockne Spirit of Sports Awards Celebration in South Bend where individuals received awards named to honor the legendary Notre Dame coach.

Dr. Bill Hurd received the Inspirational Award for his work as a former athlete turned doctor—this event marked a celebration of personal achievement and humanitarian efforts.

On Sept. 20, top-ranked Carmel beat No. 6 South Bend Saint Joseph 4-1 at the Gable Tennis Center in Culver—Carmel improved to 15-0 while Saint Joseph fell to 11-2 and the teams may face off at the semi-state on Oct.

11.

On Sept. 20, Portage Township Trustee Jason Critchlow spoke at an event as South Bend Cubs announced their partnership with Matthys Little League—this collaboration will support local youth baseball.

Irish and Chicago Bears legend Chris Zorich visited ABC57 Kickoff in South Bend where he discussed his local rental properties and offered his opinions on this season's Notre Dame football team and gameday predictions.

The Fighting Irish won their first game of the season with a 56–30 victory over Purdue.

Quarterback CJ Carr threw for 223 yards and two touchdowns while running back Jeremiyah Love rushed for 166 yards and two scores — key plays that led the win.

Golf for Good 2025

8 AM – 4 PM — Juday Creek Golf Course — $75 per golfer / $300 per foursome — Enjoy a day of golf supporting Roma women and community uplift.

B. Rich Customs Bi-Annual Fashion Show

7-9 p.m. — Aloft South Bend — No Refunds — Witness the latest fashion creations from B. Rich Customs at their second bi-annual showcase.

Plant Sale & Swap

11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Potawatomi Conservatories — $5 Adults | $3 Kids — Discover unique plants and swap gardening tips with fellow enthusiasts.

IXL Live: Classic Edition Workshop

8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. — Hilton Garden Inn South Bend — Free entry — Enhance your IXL skills with a hands-on workshop for educators.

Beatles vs Rolling Stones Tribute Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying mash-up duel between top tribute bands of the iconic British rock legends.

Fall Frolic 5K/2K Race

12-11 a.m. — The Montessori Academy Edison Lakes — Registration fees vary — Celebrate the tradition with a heartwarming race for a good cause.

Object Oriented Analysis and Design Training

Mon, Oct 20 – Fri, Oct 24 — South Bend Community School Corporation Adult Education — Cost info not provided — Enhance your software development skills through an intensive training on UML.