Good morning, South Bend.

The Red Ribbon March and Rally begins at 9:30 a.m. Oct.

23 at the Charles Martin Youth Center and marches to the Salvation Army Kroc Center + it will include youth activities, music, food and an awards ceremony; if weather turns bad, the event moves indoors.

After long lines ended this morning's free ticket giveaway, more free tickets for Cops and Goblins (scheduled for Tuesday, Oct.

20 at Four Winds Field) will be available from 5 to 7 p.m. today outside the police department.

Pierce Road is closed between the LaPorte County line (South 1000 East) and State Road 4 for repairs, and it is scheduled to reopen by this evening.

Mayor Pete Buttigieg expressed gratitude for his induction into the Community Hall of Fame in South Bend and urged voters ahead of the November midterms.

He spoke to The Tribune today to share his perspective on local public service.

Daisy Fancourt, a professor and researcher from University College London, will share how art can reduce stress and build social ties at 5:30 p.m. today at Notre Dame's Raclin Murphy Museum of Art + a book signing will follow.

Vertical construction is set to begin on the eight-story Phase II addition at 312 E.

Colfax Ave — the tower crane signals progress on The Cascade riverfront project. The development offers 22 condos and three penthouses and plans occupancy in late 2027.

Notre Dame football is preparing to play BYU at altitude this weekend at LaVelle Edwards Stadium in Provo.

Coaches are emphasizing hydration, nutrition, and focused breathing to help players adjust to the elevation (4,649 ft) and secure their active winning streak.

Notre Dame women's basketball star Hannah Hidalgo — the 2026–27 ACC Preseason Player of the Year — impressed fans during an open practice Monday, Oct.

13 as she prepared for her fourth season.