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WSJV-TV WSJV-DT

2008
2nd Quarter
Problems and Needs
Programming list
WSJV-TV
WSJV-DT
WSJV Television, Inc
Elkhart, Indiana
Problems & Needs List
2008 2nd Quarter Report
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Table of Contents
Listing of Problems and Needs……………………2
Locally Produced Programming…………………...3
□ Fox 28 News
Network Programming……………………………48
□ Fox News Sunday
Syndicated Programming…………………………51
□ Montel Williams
Special Services Provided Community…………...64
□ Closed Captioning
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Listing of Problems and Needs
1.
Transportation: Need for more road construction, toll road rates, driving safe
on the streets, drinking and driving, buckling up, keeping the roads safe by the
local police, emergency vehicles being able to get through the streets.
2.
Business: Increase in property taxes, money residents need to claim for their
property, cigarette taxes, new business developments, growing economy,
finances, budgets and high gas prices.
3.
Health: The growing need for insurance for families, kids that have autism,
vaccinations for diseases, skin cancer awareness, breast cancer awareness,
arthritis, insects bites, west nile virus.
4.
Law and order: Need for crime prevention, problems of vandalism, high
crime rates, arson, child and sexual abuse, gun control and substance abuse,
robbery.
5.
Education: Cost of college tuition, school shootings, budgeting for schools,
raising standards, parental support of school system and children, new job
skills, continuing education.
6.
Social: The heartache of families with members in Iraq, religion, juvenile
delinquents, habitat for humanity homes for families, fallen officers, abandon
homes.
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Ecology: The rising amount of trash in communities, landfill space, hazardous
waste, the devastation of weather related disasters, such as tornados, ozone
levels.
8.
City/Community: Community cleanup, abandon homes, alcohol and drug
abuse, education of St. Joe River, walking paths for the community, need for a
noise ordinance.
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Locally Produced Programming
Station WSJV-TV, Inc programs to the ascertained problems and needs through a variety
of programming vehicles. Being heavily community oriented interested in community
problems and issues, the licensee devotes a very considerable amount of its news time to
the coverage of significant problems, needs and issues facing the community.
WSJV-TV, Inc has produced and broadcast the following programming material in
response to the problems and needs of our viewing area.
FOX28 WSJV News
Locally Produced:
Monday-Friday
Monday-Friday
Monday-Friday
Sat-Sun
06:00am-09:00am
05:00pm-05:30pm
10:00pm-11:00pm
10:00pm-10:30pm
180 min.
30 min.
60 min.
30 min.
WSJV news provide the most up to
date information in the Michiana
area with periodic in depth
background stories that deal with the
problems and important issues of the
communities we serve. Detail
include date telecast, what need is
addressed, length of in depth story
and topic.
Dates of altered show schedules***
04/12/2008 – 12:20am-12:55am
05/03/2008 – 11:38pm-12:12am
05/10/2008 – 11:30pm-12:00am
05/21/2008 – 10:06pm-11:06pm
05/25/2008 – 10:34pm-11:06pm
05/26/2008 – 10:00pm-10:30pm
06/20/2008 – 10:30pm-11:00pm
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APPEARANCES:
Date:
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Elkhart Police are investigating a string of robberies
at area businesses. And residents are dealing with
more home break-ins... the Elkhart Police
Department has been working hard ever since this
crime wave began, and they are making some
progress. Still...it's hard for them to keep up. We
talked with local residents about the robberies and
they say they are doing all they can by keeping an
eye out.
A few glitches on the first day of the new electronic
tolling on the Indiana Toll Road.
Officials say there was some confusion with the IZoom system. Some of the lanes for I-Zoom
subscribers weren't marked... so drivers paying cash
were in the wrong lane.
And some toll booths weren't reading the I-Zoom
devices.
March is Child Abuse Prevention Month... and CAPS
held a moving ceremony in honor of that this
afternoon... Children sang, the crowd heard from
several speakers and they tried a slightly more
positive approach this year.
They put out 3-thousand pinwheels to reflect the 3thousand children who have been born in 2007 in
Elkhart County and the hope they represent. Of
course, this annual event also always remembers
the children lost to child abuse... something that
continues to be a big problem.
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It's a national problem and Michiana kids aren't
immune to it either. Bullying is such an issue that
schools here are trying to be proactive.
That's why South Bend Schools took all of their 6th
graders to a special play at the Century Center
today. The national touring group, Bridgework
Theater, does a show that explores bullying and
resolving conflict.
South Bend implemented an anti-bullying program
across all of their intermediate schools this year and
said this was the perfect way to reinforce what
they've been learning all year.
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If someone you love were suffering a heart attack....
would you know what to do? More and more
Americans are answering NO to that question. The
National Institutes of Health says Americans die
needlessly from heart attacks... because few people
know how to use a defibrillator. Today FOX 28’s
Cara Jacobs got a crash course on how to use a
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defibrillator and tells viewers its something we all
should learn to do.
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They call it a treasure trove of interesting information
about geneaology and local history...and they're
hoping it's now more visible. The historic
preservation commission put up new several new
signs yesterday for the historic South Bend City
Cemetery. The city sign shop designed them and
helped hang them. It came down to one thing... no
one knew anything about the cemetery.
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The city of Elkhart is going smoke-free.That's the
City Council's decision after a unanimous vote to
pass the clean air ordinance. It bans smoking in
work buildings and public places The ordinance will
not take effect until Mayor Dick Moore signs it.
Also the smoking ban doesn't affect private clubs,
outdoor areas like golf courses, and designated hotel
rooms. Residents we talked with are on the fence
concerning the issue, while some are for the
ordinance, many are not.
It's an alarming trend... girls are becoming mothers
earlier and earlier. Local health department officials
say they have seen a significant increase in teen
pregnancy. FOX 28's Natasha Ray spoke with health
officials about how bad the problem is in Michiana.
Experts say parents should visit their local health
departments for resources and programs geared to
help them talk to their children about teen
pregnancy, sex, and sexually transmitted diseases.
The work on the I.U. South Bend campus is turning
heads. Indiana University President Michael
McRobbie toured the new additions this week. He
says the apartments south of the St. Joseph River
are going to make a big difference in the community.
McRobbie expects the area to become more
commercial because of the four-hundred students
who will live there. He says they are even better than
he expected.
Notre Dame University is warning students to be
mindful of who they see in and around the dorms....
Campus police say there have been several
burglaries recently. They say the suspects are
student age and took items that could fit in a
backpack. So just how safe are Notre Dame's
dorms? We spoke with some students who live in
the dorms here on campus and they all said they feel
safe and even leave their room doors open.. They
believe the security measures are enough to protect
them...but admit these recent robberies make them
rethink those open doors.
LaVille Junior-Senior High School was on lockdown
for two and a half hours today... after the school
received a phone call saying two students were
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taking guns to school. Within 15 minutes the entire
school was on lockdown. Police searched the
school and outside with k-9 units and found a duffle
bag in the field behind the school. Fortunately, the
bag, which belonged to one of the two boys, did not
have guns in it. Concerned parents speak out about
the incident.
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The state's new property tax law...is taking a bite out
of South Bend's Public Library Branches. Library
directors say the new law could mean 790 thousand
dollars lost in tax revenue next year. And that means
they're looking to make some changes. Fox 28's
Natasha Ray has more on those changes, and how
they'll affect Michiana residents.
Hundreds of people in Elkhart County dropped off
their hazardous waste today. The county solid waste
management collected items like paint, tires, and
gasoline. They collects these items once a month to
prevent harmful materials from contaminating the
environment. Many of the items can be recycled.
Some area businesses....are cashing in on the
warmer temperatures. The city of St. Joseph relies
heavily on the tourism season. Business owners
there say they look forward to the summer
time...when business picks up...and they see an
increase in revenue.
More bad news when it comes to filling up at the
pump. Gas prices have reached an all-time high.
A survey says they jumped more than 5 cents in the
past two weeks, setting a new record of 3 dollars
and 32 cents per gallon for self-serve regular.
The previous record....3-26..... Drivers in San
Francisco are paying the highest right now....at 3-72
for a gallon of regular unleaded.
Graffiti.. It's a growing problem in South Bend.
And with the temperatures rising, police expect the
issue will only get worse in the coming months.
But what can be done about it? City officials met
today to try to find a solution. Common Council
members, police, code enforcement, and community
members gathered to discuss the problem. They say
its a public safety issue because much of the graffiti
involves gang members...but it also makes the city
less presentable...and discourages potential
business owners and homeowners from coming to
the area. Today, they tossed around a lot of ideas.
Bottom line...they're looking to hold these criminals
accountable.
The town of Nappanee continues its recovery after
being hit by a tornado last October. Many of the 20
or so businesses damaged by the tornado are back
in business, and most of the ones that aren't are
getting close to re-opening. The Taco Bell/KFC
restaurant re-opened last week to huge lines.
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Nappanee residents credit teamwork for the
turnaround.
This is a busy week for parents, with a lot of
Michiana schools on spring break. It can also be a
dangerous time. Police want to make sure parents,
kids and drivers are safe during spring break. They
say we should expect to see a lot of kids out, in
parks and in neighborhoods playing.
Captain Phil Trent offers a few tips, like slowing
down in neighborhoods and watching for kids.
He also urges parents to have kids cross the street
at intersections, instead of going between parked
cars.
They're the hidden victims of foreclosure. Worst of
all, they don't even have a voice to stand up for
themselves. They're pets that have been left behind
after the homeowner vacates a house, and they're
taking over local shelters. hard to say for sure
because some of the pets these shelters find are
strays...others are dropped off by the owner with no
explanation. Local shelters say they're taking in at
least one animal per day because of foreclosure.
But what's worse than the numbers...are the stories.
Stories of starving dogs, frozen cats... covered in
their own feces.
American Idol producers are hoping you do a lot
more than make a phone call this week. "Idol Gives
Back" takes place tomorrow night. Last year, the
show raised 76-million dollars for charities and
organizations around the world. The Food Bank of
Northern Indiana received more than 13-thousand
dollars. Food Bank officials say the money helped
them with an important program
Some Elkhart students got a hand's on experience
what it's like to wear the badge... Students talked
with Elkhart County officers as they sat in the police
car and handle a k-9 bullet proof vest. The officers
taught the students about the k-9 unit, and what to
do if they were in a dangerous situation.
It's a growing problem... violent teenage crimes
captured on video and shared on popular websites
like You Tube and MySpace. Just yesterday... video
of a 16 year old Florida girl's attack made national
headlines. FOX 28's Natasha Ray talked with kids
and authorities here in Michiana on why more violent
acts like these are popping up on-line.
Michiana residents go green by recycling unwanted
electronic equipment. Andrews University hosted an
electronic recycling event sponsored by the Berrien
County Resource Recovery Department today.
They accepted just about any electronic device,
including old cell phones, computers and televisions.
With the upcoming digital conversion, officials say
they saw a lot of old TV sets come through.
Senator Barack Obama was just here in Michiana...
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and Senator Hillary Clinton is returning this
weekend. And when the presidential candidates are
in the area... their security requires the help from
local law enforcement... And that means taxpayer
dollars are footing the bill!
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FOX 28's Natasha Ray finds out ,how Michiana
taxpayers and officials feel about this
Michiana drivers hit the road for charity.
Blossomland Learning Center in Berrien Springs
held its 7th 'Drive for the Kids' fundraiser today. Tyler
Chrysler lent the school four minivans, and for each
test drive taken, the dealership gave the school five
dollars to go towards fitness equipment for its
students.
Students at IUSB got a chance to check out the
brand new on campus apartments. They toured
around the two and four bedroom apartments that
are available for the fall semester. Students will also
have the option of a one bedroom... all the
apartments are fully furnished. Everyone on campus
says this will be more convenient and bring the
students closer together.
A Michiana college wants to help you go green! I-US-B will hold a sustainability fair tomorrow. More
than 40 local businesses will share tips on becoming
more environmentally friendly inside your home and
outside in your yard. Going green has become all
the rage at I-U-S-B.
April is Alcohol Awareness Month Madison Center
hosted a presentation on repeat drunk driving
offenders today. Drunk driving offenses are down as
a whole but alcohol abuse counselors say there's still
a large number of people who continue to drink and
drive. FOX 28's Natasha Ray shows us how they're
trying to combat this problem.
Senator Clinton makes her second stop in
Michiana... this time talking to employees at the A-M
General plant. The New York Senator and Senator
Evan Bayh toured the plant and talked with
employees about keeping jobs in Indiana and
keeping the nation safe... Two things that matter a
great deal to the workers who help make Humvee
military trucks. Clinton outlined her plan to
strengthen U-S jobs and national security.
Self defense...it can save your life...but sadly many
don't learn the skills. Today...the Mishawaka Police
Department held the first of three self-defense
seminars FOX 28's Natasha Ray found out more on
the classes, and what they're teaching
women....about protection.
An armed robbery has I-U-S-B students and faculty
on high alert. Police say it happened Friday
evening...around 7:30. Two suspects entered
Wiekamp Hall. One of the suspects knocked a
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student down, and took his wallet. Both fled the area
on foot. Police are still searching for the suspects.
This incident is putting students on high alert.
More and more American's are living longer
lives...and they're working longer. Saturday....The St.
Joseph County Triad sponsored a fair dedicated to
helping retiree's find ways to enjoy life away from
their careers. Social security agents, and banking
insitutitions were on hand to talk with retirees and
help them plan for the future.
With a recent rash of dorm burglaries at Notre
Dame... and an attempted robbery at I-U-S-B...
safety is becoming a big issue for area students.
And the opening of new on-campus housing on the IU-S-B campus is raising more concerns... Officials
say there will be security guards monitoring the
area...and residents will use key cards to enter the
building. They're not concerned about crime. For the
most part, students we spoke with are on the fence
about the issue. But some say this new housing
development....could open the door for more
parties...and more crime.
South Bend road crews are taking advantage of the
nicer weather...They're continuing their work to fix
those pesky potholes. Street workers were back out
there filling them with hot mix... a permanent
solution. The mix is made up of tar and limestone
chips. You'll also see 1-man trucks out there that can
mechanically fill the holes much faster than men by
hand... They're also much safer for the workers
because they don't have to get out of the truck.
Inflation in the U.S is at its highest in 17 years, and it
could get worse. Delis, bakeries, and restaurants are
paying more for items like cheese, flour, and oil.
As a result.... many are having to increase their
prices. Fox 28's Cara Jacobs spoke to several local
businesses who are feeling the pinch. Many of these
businesses have been around for fifty plus years.
The owners are saying they've never been hit this
hard.
Another Michiana city goes smoke free...
Elkhart's mayor ceremoniously signed the Clean Air
Ordinance today. It means that 30 days from today...
smoking will be prohibited just about everywhere.
One exception... Clubs or establishments that only
allow people over 21-years-of age. The mayor says,
he thinks it's very important to the communities
health and Elkhart's future.
Criminals are often in the headlines...but some are
hoping to put victims at the forefront this week.
It's National Crime Victims Rights Week... and many
who work with victims got together today to talk
about the issues victims face.Indiana Attorney
General Steve Carter joined prosecutor Michael
Dvorak and others to talk about the struggles within
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the system that are often overlooked. A couple
surprises... just how bad violent crime is in South
Bend... and how often victims are forgotten as cases
go through the appelate process.
Teachers at Penn High School may have fewer
students in class this Friday. In January... students
found a message written on a bathroom stall that
read "everyone is going to die on 4-18." School
officials are taking that threat very seriously.
They've notified students and parents. Teachers
have discussed what to do if a dangerous situation
should arise. The school is also increasing security.
Police say they've taken special training classes to
prepare for these kinds of situations.
The Elkhart County ICE unit busts a suspected meth
lab and a distribution center. Officers served two
search warrants on Goshen Avenue Tuesday night,
directly across from Elkhart Central High School.
They say one house was cooking the drug, the other
selling it. Prosecutor Curtis Hill says meth dealers
and makers are getting more bold, doing business in
the city instead of out in the county. The location of
this suspected lab posed a serious threat.
The city of South Bend is counting on you to help
clean things up one block at a time. The city
launches its 6th annual 'Adopt A Block' campaign
Saturday morning. This year, residents will adopt
eighty blocks in a near northwest side neighborhood.
Volunteers will clean their blocks six or so times this
year. Officials say the program really works.
It's extremely unpleasant and a health hazard...
Indiana D.N.R. officials say someone's been
dumping cattle carcases near Walkerton. One farmer
in particular has been finding slaughtered cattle
dumped in various areas on his property for over a
year now. The seriousness of it has D.N.R.
investigating and looking for leads in what can
definitely be called a strange case.
Raising awareness of sexual assault in St. Joseph
County is the purpose of a special program this
weekend. A gathering took place tonight at the
Century Center for the "South Bend Community
Monologues." Members of the cast and crew handed
out free t-shirts to anyone who bought tickets to
Saturday night's show. They also talked about the
sexual assault statistics in the county...
It's finally beautiful enough to get the entire family
outside... and why not start with Earth Day
celebrations this weekend. It's South Bend's 20th
year for celebrating Earth Day Arbor Day. On
Saturday, the city will have live music, a pet
parade... the planting of trees, flowers and herbs.
This is part of a the nationwide Earth Day
celebration... to educate people about being
environmently-friendly.
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It's what everybody is talking about... an earthquake
hitting the midwest and the shaking could be felt
here in Michiana...The 5.2 magnitude quake hit
around 5:37 this morning... in West Salem, Illinois.
That's about 30 miles northwest of Evansville.
People in St. Louis, Memphis, Louisville, Chicago...
and even as far away as Milwaukee and Atlanta
could feel the tremors.
Celebrate, remember, and fight back! That's the
theme of Culver Academy's first annual Relay For
Life. Tonight was the kick-off the popular fundraiser
for the American Cancer Society...Students from
Culver Academy organized the entire event.
With support from the community... survivors,
students, and volunteers will be walking all night.
Students wanted a way to bring the community and
school together
Prices at the pump broke another record today.
Triple A reports the national average for a gallon of
gas rose to nearly 3.45 a gallon overnight.
Thursday, the price was about three cents cheaper.
Part of the problem, light crude oil reached a record
116 dollars and ten cents a barrel today.
One local agency is hoping to break the cycle as
they take strides to raise money and awareness for
the homeless. The Center for the Homeless is
hosting a 24 hour dance-a-thon. Michiana
residents...and even some celebrities like Regis
Philbin....are putting on their dancing shoes to help
out those in need.
Gas prices are inching higher in Michiana.They've
already hit the 4 dollar mark in parts of the country.
Consumers are looking for relief..... Well....just
today...more bad news.The OPEC Secretary said oil
prices are on the rise again.Oil prices reached new
highs Friday...at 117 dollars a barrel. On Saturday,
the national average price for a gallon of regular
unleaded gasoline rose to a new record high 3
dollars, 47 cents a gallon.Triple AAA's fuel gauge
report shows right now in South Bend....the price for
a gallon of regular unleaded is 3 dollars, 44 cents.
Michiana residents are frustrated.
With soaring gas prices, many are trading in their SU-V's for smaller cars. Some....are even buying
motorcycles to save some cash. With the increase of
biker's on the road... officer's are telling other drivers
to watch out. Officers say riders should wear the
right gear to avoid injury in case an accident should
happen. Helmets, long sleeve shirts and pants, hard
sole shoes, and sunglasses are a must. Officers also
encourage riders to join a motorcycle safety
program.
One Michiana salon is proving they're a cut above
the rest. Salon 301 paired up with Sex Offense
Services and the Madison Center today...for their
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annual spring Cut-a-thon. For 15 dollars, guests
could choose from a manicure, hair cut..or massage.
The goal is to raise awareness and money...for
sexual assault victims.
In 2007... Elkhart and Marshall Counties ranked
among the highest in the state... for meth labs.
Indiana State Police say right now they're uncovering
at least 3 meth labs per week in Elkhart, St. Joseph,
Marshall, and Kosciusko Counties.
Marijuana is found at a Michiana school...South
Bend police were called to the old Studebaker
Primary Center today. A 16 year old student told a
teacher he found what appeared to be the drug in his
pocket. The school called police, who tested it and
confirmed it was marijuana. Police took the drugs as
evidence, but didn't arrest the teen.The boy told
police he didn't know how the drug got in his pocket.
Studebaker is now used for different programs in the
South Bend School Corporation, including some
G.E.D. classes.
Elkhart Mayor Dick Moore gives his first State of the
City Address.Moore touched on a range of topics
tonight, including the city's new clean air ordinance
and creating a new park across from IUSB-Elkhart
He also reiterated the city's stance on Sturgis Iron
and Metal's mega shredder, saying they can no
longer that any action that will cause residents to
think the city's working in concert with Sturgis.
Money isn't the only thing green at a new Michiana
bank. First Federal Savings Bank has opened an
environmentally-friendly branch in Mishawaka.
The bank's president says they're setting the pace
for businesses going green in Michiana. From hybrid
parking spots and bike racks... to geothermal pipes
for heating and cooling... the building is trying to
operate using less energy.
They couldn't reach out to the community without
volunteers, and Elkhart's Salvation Army thanked
them tonight. They held their annual volunteer
appreciation dinner. More than 175 people who give
their time, talent and resources were on hand.
The Corp. gave out some special awards and gave a
presentation on what they were able to accomplish
this past. During these tough economic times, the
need for their services continues to grow and they
are amazed at the number of people who continue to
step up and help.
French fries spoke volumes at Goshen College
today, as students fried them up and then made the
grease into biodiesel. Four Goshen College students
actually created a campus biodiesel plant and
showed it off, today. It was a year-long project done
by four biochemistry majors. They can now convert
used cooking grease from the college dining hall into
biodiesel for campus use. Students say it was alot of
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work... but the unveiling was the perfect way to
celebrate earth day.
The city of South Bend is making a commitment to
fight global warming. Mayor Steve Luecke
ceremoniously signed the U.S. Conference of
Mayors Climate Protection Agreement at the
Potawatomi Park Greenhouse today. That officially
designates South Bend as a "cool" city. He told the
crowd that South Bend has already taken many
steps to reduce global warming and improve the
environment. Some of those steps include their
decision to buy two all-electric vehicles for use
downtown and at the Potawatomi Zoo, converting
traffic signals to LED's... and embarking on urban
forestation projects. They've also been fighting
against urban sprawl.
It's a difficult decision that more and more Americans
are faced with each day. Many are putting their
health on the backburner... and the health care
industry is feeling the effects. FOX 28’s Cara Jacobs
talked with physicians today about the problems.
The E-R doctors we talked to said the number of
patients he sees each day has increased drastically.
And he says many patients could have avoided a trip
to the E-R...if they put their health first..and saw their
primary care physician. But with the state of the
economy and the soaring gas costs...for some...it's
just not a priority.
Child abuse is a big problem everywhere... but one
agency in St. Joseph County works to prevent any
kind of abuse before it happens. Prevent Child
Abuse of St. Joseph County held a ceremony in
honor of National Child Abuse Prevention Month.
They displayed 68 pinwheels to remind the public to
protect the 68-thousand children that live in St.
Joseph county. The group hopes people walked
away tonight feeling a sense of responsibility not
only to their own children, but to other kids.
He says a breakdown has occured in our society
because so many families are so isolated today.
Elkhart residents will soon have a place to pay their
respects to those who gave their lives in the line of
duty. A year and a half ago, business owner Donald
Fisher decided he wanted to show his support for the
military personnel, police officers, and fire fighters
who gave their lives for us. Today his dream became
a reality, as the mayor and members from all three
services broke ground for a memorial wall. The wall
will be at the corner of Oakland and West Marion.
Gas prices hit another record high today...
The national average price of a gallon of regular
unleaded is just under 3-dollars and 56 cents.
Locally.... gas prices are running above that...
In Elkhart, we found pumps that read anywhere from
3-59 to 3-62 a gallon.That's down a few cents from a
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couple of days ago... but pumps in Mishawaka and
South Bend are up. Many we talked with filling up
today said they're ready for relief at the pump.
Students are walking the quad on the campus of
Notre Dame for a cause! The school is holding its
6th annual Relay for Life.
The fundraising walk raises money for the American
Cancer Society. Students not only have the incentive
to help cancer treatment and research... the top two
fundraisers get a semester of free text books.
We'd all love a car that gets 30 miles to the gallon.
Well, what would you say to one that gets one
thousand miles to the gallon? That's what some
enterprising Michiana high school students are
gunning for. Six different area schools are competing
in the Indiana Mathematics Science and Technology
Education Alliance car competition. Fox 28's Lindsey
Sablan spent the morning with one of those teams.
Lasik surgery may not give you a clear look at the
future. The Food and Drug Administration says many
patients have complained about lasik
surgery...asking them to update the procedures
warnings. Dozens of people talked about having
double vision or severe dry eye. One family
explained how their father became depressed after
having lasik. Others discussed how their life has
been negatively altered since the procedure
Hundreds hit the pavement today to give babies a
healthy start. The March of Dimes hosted their
annual March for Babies walk in Michiana...
The walk helps bring awareness and support for
premature babies. It's a time when parents can
share their stories of struggle with others
High gas prices....hurting people at the pump...and
at the store. In the nation's capitol...some shoppers
seeing their grocery bills doubling. Store
owners..trying to keep their prices consistent..even
though fuel costs are causing a huge ripple effect.
Gas costs are hurting the trucking industry, causing
wholesalers to hike up prices. The growing cost of
grain prices isn't helping, either.
Last year... 16 people in Michiana went to work...
and never came home. Now... in honor of the lives
lost... their families stop to remember and educate
others about workplace safety. United Way held it's
third annual "Safety Sunday" today at Howard Park.
A memorial service was followed by activities for the
whole family.Kids learned about construction and fire
safety. Organizers say It's a way to lend families the
support they need after losing a loved one in a work
related accident.
Some bad news tonight for the local economy...
Monaco Coach Corporation announced it's cutting
600 jobs in Indiana and Oregon.The R-V
manufacturer says the cuts will be made equally in
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both states.Company officials blame declining
consumer confidence and rising oil prices for the
move.Monaco has several locations in Michiana...
including Elkhart, Warsaw and Wakarusa.
Third grade students at Stanley Clark got a chance
to get their hands dirty in class today.Professional
potter Curt Buethe (BEE-thee) taught the students
how to work with clay.Students learned how to form
clay on a wheel, glaze their own dishes, and fire
them up in his outdoor kiln. Students say they love
learning from a professional artist... and Buethe says
he loves teaching kids something new.
Michiana voters are gearing up to head to the polls...
But aside from the Presidential primary... do voters
know who the candidates are? Fox 28's Cara Jacobs
found out that they don't have any idea who the
other candidates are. It's a concern that both
Democratic and Republican officials share....and
hope will change before May 6th.
It appears Mishawaka schools has dropped the idea
of a uniform dress code...Instead, the school board
is considering tougher guidelines when it comes to
compliance. The board went over a draft of the
measure. They want parents and staff to get more
involved with enforcing the current dress code.
The new plans will be presented at community
meetings before the board passes any new rules.
Mishawaka Schools hope to have the revised dress
code in place by the start of next school year.
Changes to Medicaid could put a program for the
developmentally disabled in jeopardy. Gateway...
headquartered in Berrien Springs... provides skill
building training for those individuals.
Fox 28's Cara Jacobs found out that one group is
organizing a grass roots effort trying to stop these
changes from happening. a group of about 30
people met at the Berrien Springs Library to talk
about their concerns. Their main concern... is that
the Berrien Mental Health Authority Board wants
fewer developmentally disabled adults working at
Gateway.. and more working out in the community.
Families are saying their loved ones have been at
Gateway for several years, and they're worried
they're going to be kicked out of the program with no
job, no money, and no real direction in life.
Fire Departments from Penn Township and
Southwest Michigan were brushing up on safety
procedures when using a medical helicopter
The safety briefing and joint training exercise was
sponsored by Memorial's Med flight. Med Flight
transports patients to the closest trauma center or
burn center when it's necessary. after time in the
classroom, the fire and e.m.s. personnel were able
to do some hands on work with the helicopter
including some practice loading.
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It seems everytime you watch the news... there is a
report having to do with violence in schools. We've
seen young people beaten up on the internet... kids
bullied at school... and a Penn High School student
arrested for planning a deadly attack. But one
Michiana group is hoping to prevent events like this
from happening. FOX 28’s Ken Garcia found out
what this is all about. the Robinson Community
Learning Center held a celebration today for third
through eighth grade students. They say their policy
of teaching kids at a young age to Talk it out... Walk
it out.. and wait it out... is key to preventing violence
in schools and the community.
The St. Joseph Coast Guard is asking local boaters
to help keep the water safe...The Waterway Watch
campaign is a national neighborhood watch program
for boaters. Coast Guard officials are asking local
boaters to watch for suspicious activity and report
anything they see. Becasue of their location, one
officer from the St. Joseph Coast Guard says it's
critical for local boaters to help out.
A group of truly upstanding citizens in Plymouth
were hauled off to jail today to benefit M.D.A.
It was their annual Lock-up at Country Auto.Officers
were busy arresting people who then had to scare
up with some serious cash to bond out. That cash
makes up a huge fundraiser for the Muscular
Distrophy Association... and every year they set that
fundraising goal higher and higher.
As we get closer and closer to June, thoughts of
summer activites are starting to flood the minds of
kids in Michiana.Activites like taking part in local
sports camps... But not everyone can afford that sort
of thing... until now. Fox 28's Ken Garcia tells us
about a new program called "Camps for Champs.
The South Bend Regional Sports Commission and
the Boys and Girls Club of Saint Joseph County
were looking for a way to honor Mark Tulchinsky...
the former principal at Tarkington Traditional school.
He died suddenly after a heart attack earlier this
year... and as a way to keep his passion for helping
youth in the area alive... they created "Camps For
Champs" which will help send kids from the boys
and girls club to summer sports camps
Members from the community got an introduction to
the concept of nanotechnology. . Representatives
from Barnes and Thornburg held a seminar... with
professors from Purdue and Notre Dame.There goal
was to explain what nanotechnology is and what it
can do for the Michiana area. Basically it's a level of
science that is unexplored, but it's something so
small that could improve many aspects of our
community.Like energy efficiency, computer and
health care technology.
Not only were they driving to race... but they were
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driving to support different charities...And one team
was driving against prostate cancer.The national
prostate cancer coalition was offering free
screenings today at Tire Rack.Officials say early
detection of any cancer can mean life or death.
Michiana volunteers put their walking shoes on for a
good cause.Multiple teams walked to raise
awareness for Mutiple Sclerosis in South Bend
today.Volunteers of all ages... even....some dogs
walked to show their support.The money raised
helps fund MS programs, research, and professional
education for society.Event leaders say it's a great
way for the community to come out and support a
worthy cause.
the campaigning continues in Michiana...as the
Democratic Presidential Candidates deliver their final
pleas to voters.....before Tuesday's Primary.Senator
Hillary Clinton addressed Michiana voters one last
time today.Asking them to get out and vote and
make their voices heard in this historic election.
Clinton made it clear to many that she has solutions
on how to make the changes needed. Fox 28 also
had the chance to talk one on one with the New York
Senator....and discuss some other topics....like
Superdelegates, the campaign tour, and the odds of
having a Democrat in the Oval Office.
Senator Barack Obama stepped off an airplane at
South Bend Regional Airport...and boarded a bus to
canvass Elkhart neighborhoods.The first
stop.....Bank and Superior Street....where he
recieved a warm reception.Obama went door to
door....asking local residents to support him in
Tuesday's primary.His wife, Michelle stood by his
side....along with their two girls.The event...was not
announced to the public....so many residents were
surprised at the visit.But...they probably weren't as
surprised as this voter was.
They've been working without a contract since last
August...Tonight South Bend teachers took to the
streets tonight, with a message...They want a fair
contract and their goal is to get it by the end of this
school year. Teachers in the WaNee School District
also took the streets tonight... demanding a new
contract.They were joined by members of the
community at a rally outside the district's
administrative offices.The WaNee Education
Association says they've been working without a new
contract since last May...They say they are only
demanding a little raise... but also have fears over
rumors that jobs and student programs will be cut.
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Michiana residents gather at the St. Joseph County
Courthouse to remember the six million Jews killed
during the Holocaust. The centerpiece of Holocaust
Remembrance Day...the reading of the names of
those who died. South Bend mayor Steve Luecke
was among those who read names today.Michiana
Jews say it's important to remember what happened
more than 60 years ago, and to make sure it never
happens again.
Latino high school students in Berrien County get
some help on the road to college.
Lake Michigan College in Benton Harbor held
Hispanic College Day today.Several college
representatives and speakers met with the students
to steer them in the right direction.
Organizers say this event helps students make the
right choices.
Polls opened at 6 a-m and some areas in the state
say they could have as much as a 55 percent turn
out... compared to the usual 10 percent turnout for
primaries. officials say the close race between
Senators Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton is what's
driving voters of all ages. The record for turnout was
set in 19-92 when a little over 1 million hoosiers
voted in that primary.
This week is National Teacher Appreciation Week,
and South Bend's Riley High School showed its
appreciation for one of its finest today!
The school celebrated Dr. Robert Clements' 50th
year as a teacher with the South Bend School
Corporation this afternoon. Clements is finishing up
his 28th year at Riley. He could have retired when
he turned 65, but he says the school's environment
made him want to keep teaching.
Kids at Pierceton Elementary mugged it up for the
cameras today but the underlying reason has a
serious side. Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club
teamed up with the National Foundation of Missing
and Exploited Children to put together child i.d. kits
for them. The kits include pictures, fingerprints, and
pertinent facts about the child including their family
code names and mannerisms. Everything is saved
on a mini-cd and given to the parents.
Some lucky Michiana students got a break from the
classroom and spent the day out at the Cove.The
Silverhawks hosted another School Day today...
with the students getting to cheer on their home
team and enjoy America's favorite pastime. Part of
the event was for students finishing up their DARE
program at school. DARE officers say this is a great
chance to show the students how much fun they
can have without getting into trouble.
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Drug-resistant super bugs like MRSA have been in
the news a lot lately. They can be easy to catch
and tough to shake, especially if you're an athlete.
But an Elkhart company says it has a machine that
can help student athletes stay healthy. And one
northern Indiana school seems to agree.
The South Bend School Corporation honors its top
students! The district held its annual Distinquished
Student Scholars program at the Bendix theater
tonight. It honors graduating seniors who've
excelled in areas of academics, fine arts... along
with school and community service. Around 50
students from all four South Bend public high
schools received honors and scholarships.
School officials say its a great way to acknowledge
student achievement.
A new program for schools explores local
geography as it appeared millions of years ago.
Today, kids took a field trip to the Center For
History to learn about the Ice Age.The program
taught them the impact the ice age had on this
area, the animals that roamed in this area... and let
them see some of the fossilized remains found in
this area.There were inside and outside activities
that helped them learn about what it's really like to
be an Archeologist.
It was a happy homecoming for 160 Michiana
soldiers. Members of the Indiana National Guard,
Company F, 151st Infantry Regiment reunited with
their families today at the South Bend Armory.
They returned from Iraq after seeing nearly a year
of duty. FOX 28 videojournalist Matt Armitage takes
us there for the celebration...
The South Bend Police Department's Honor Guard
is going to Washington! The group is one of six
official Color Guards from across the country
selected to take part in the National Law
Enforcement Memorial Service on Tuesday.
The department is also holding a ceremony
tomorrow night... to honor fallen local police
officers. Just last month they marked the one year
anniversary of Corporal Nick Polizzotto's death with
a candleight vigil.
There was plenty of local flavor to go around
tonight at the Century Center. Over 30 local
restaurants took part in the "Taste of Michiana."
Participants got to sample the menus from various
restaurants and wineries in the area. All the
proceeds raised from this annual fundraiser goes to
the Food Bank of Northern Indiana. They hope to
raise 10 to 20 thousand dollars.
Michiana Nascar fans got a treat today at the
Cove.
Coveleski Stadium hosted the Allstate 400 at the
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Brickyard fan tour. Fans got a chance to ride in a
race simulator and see Nascar memorabilia. The
tour is designed to let fans experience the race
before the race.
Over the next couple of weeks... college seniors
will be graduating and entering the workforce.
However, with the way the economy is... will there
be any jobs available for them? Fox 28's Ken
Garcia looked into this issue... We spoke with the
career center at Saint Mary's College and they say
their students are not having too much trouble
finding jobs.But some students we spoke with say
it's still pretty hard.
Plymouth High school faculty take extra security
measures... after finding a bomb threat in a
bathroom stall on Tuesday. School officials found
a threat saying there will be a bomb at school
Friday at noon.Students were not allowed to bring
book bags into school today.They also had to use
specific entrances, and Plymouth police were on
campus... Students also had the option of taking
an excused absence. Many students say they
didn't take the threat too seriously.
The South Bend Police Department remembers its
fallen heroes.A memorial ceremony was held
tonight in front of the Fallen Officer's Memorial
outside department headquarters.Corporal Nick
Polizzotto's name was added to the memorial.
He was killed in the line of duty just over a year
ago.The annual event was observed a few days
before National Law Enforcement Week.That's
because several South Bend officers will be
heading to Washington D-C next week to take part
in national ceremonies.
South Bend fire fighters are "setting the stage" for
the 3rd annual World Academy Feis
competition.The tactical rescue team is building 7
stages at the Century Center for the Irish dance
competition.They're putting in close to 60 hours
today and tomorrow to help out.
The team says they enjoy putting their skills to
work.
The pain at the pump....getting worse in Michiana.
Gasoline prices hit record levels today.The
average price for a gallon of regular unleaded in
South Bend hit 3 dollars 81 cents.You can see this
gas station off Ireland Road..a little less than the
average.... at 3-79. Same with this gas station off
Nappanee Street in Elkhart.Right now...diesel is
also at an all-time high....at 4.26 per gallon. With
the climb of gas prices... Consumers are
wondering...is any relief in sight?Many are already
making changes to their budgets....but say if this
keeps up...they'll have to make more.
With these high gas prices....comes an increase in
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drive offs. Indiana State Police are warning station
owners and consumers to be alert for fuel thefts in
urban areas and along interstates. Stealing fuel is
a felony punishable by a maximum 10 thousand
fine and up to 3 years in jail State Police say In
2006...122 million dollars of fuel was stolen from
U-S pumps
how do you say thanks to the woman....who does
so much?Despite the rain... one Michiana family
decided to take their mom to the park.We're not
talking for a walk....or a picnic....they had
something else in mind. Forget the cake and
flowers, this year the Ferraro family is taking a
shot
....Celebrating mothers day at Action Park
Paintball.
As a mother of four boys....Julie Ferraro says....it's
something she's looked forward to.
A local mother is outraged after she says...she
found a cigarette lighter in her son's kids meal at
Burger King.It happened at the Burger King off
Ireland and Miami Road in South Bend.Angela
Vanderhuyden says she went through this drivethru...and ordered a kids' meal for her 4 year old.
But as her husband looked into the bag... he was
surprised by what he found.This black cigarette
lighter inside the kids meal bag.The parents are
thankful they found it before their son did...
Commuting to and from South Bend could
become a challenge for the next several months.
Starting Monday....road crews will begin
construction on three major intersections.At
Ireland Road and Miami Street....expect lane
restrictions as crews are working on street lighting
and sidewalks.
Portage Avenue at Kinyon, Queen, Bulla,
McCartney, and King Streets....could see
delays...as crews work on pedestrian crossings
there.And...Twyckenham and South Bend Avenue
will be closed for the next week as workers install
a water main extension.
As temperatures outside continue to warm up...
more and more people are starting to spend time
outside... Now doctors are reminding people they
need to keep their skin safe while enjoying the
sun. As the sun shines on Michiana... outdoor
activities like fishing, jogging, and playing games
become the norm...But Doctor Doug
Schwartzentruber says beware...Doctor
Schwartzentruber is the Medical director for the
cancer center in Goshen.He's says too much time
in the sun and exposure to U-V rays can lead to
skin cancer... which can be detected by keeping
an eye on moles and any other irregularities on
the body.The best defense is good ol' sunscreen.
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Another safety measure to take before heading
into summer... securing your backyard pools.Local
firefighters recommend gate alarms that alert the
homeowner if someone opens the gate around
your pool...You can also buy motion detecters that
go in the water and sound off if someone jumps or
falls in.
South Bend teachers picket the administration
building for the second school board meeting in a
row.Teachers have been working without a
contract since last August and they're getting
frustrated with the slow pace of the
negotiations.They say they want fair wages which
means more than the 1 percent raise they've
received the last 5 years.
They say the state gave the school corporation a
more than 4 percent increase in funding for this
next year, so now's the time to make up for the
teacher's patience.
A bomb threat disrupts the school day at LaVille
Junior-Senior High School.According to St.
Joseph County Police... a handwritten threat was
found around 1:45 today.Students were
immediately evacuated while school officials
searched the school.They returned to class when
no explosive was found.Police are helping the
school with the investigation.This is the second
school threat attack for the school in the past few
weeks.
Back on April 4th... LaVille Junior-Senior High
School was put on lockdown for 2 and half hours...
after four students took guns to school.
"Getting to know you"... that was the purpose of a
special dinner in Elkhart tonight.The Greater
Elkhart Chamber of Commerce held it's annual
political reception at Christiana Creek Country
Club.
It's an opportunity for chamber members to meet
and give thanks to elected officials from the local,
state and federal levels.Even though it was a party
for politicians... organizers say politics were left at
home tonight...
Most of us built towers or forts with our Legos
when we were kids.These kids are creating robots
with theirs!Elementary school students from all
over America spent the day at Andrews University
in Berrien Springs competing in a robotics
challenge.
Nine teams from four different regions tested their
skills.The challenge is to engineer Lego robots
that are completely autonomous... able to perform
tasks with no human intervention whatsoever.
3-dollars and 95 cents...That's what some gas
stations in the area are charging for a gallon of
regular unleaded gas...This Speedway in Elkhart
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is one of those stations.That's the highest in
Michiana... with other stations charging anywhere
from 3.69 to 3.80According to Triple A... the
national average stands at 3-dollars and 73 cents.
If high gas prices are affecting everyday drivers,
imagine how they're hurting RV owners. Elkhart
County, of course, is the RV capital of the world.
One out of every two RVs on the road today is
made right here in Michiana. And the sagging U-S
economy is making things tough all over.
The City of South Bend moves forward with Eddy
Street Commons.The city awarded contracts
today for work on the 200 milion dollar
project.R&R Excavating of Mishawaka will do the
digging to get the 25 acre site ready for
construction.An Indianapolis company will build
the 1280-vehicle parking garage.The project
includes two hotels, stores and restaurants, office
space and hundreds of homes. Groundbreaking is
expected soon.
Mishawaka's Marian High School is the latest
school in Michiana to deal with a threat.
That threat was found yesterday.Parents were
notified that school would remain in session... but
attendance would be optional today and tomorrow.
The school has stepped up security.Administrators
aren't giving any details about threat... and are
working with the Mishawaka Police Department in
their investigation.The school says they're taking
every precaution.
Michiana police want you to know it's pretty simple
this summer... click it or ticket. St. Joseph County
Police and 250 other law enforcement agencies
across the Hoosier state are gearing up for
"Operation Pullover," which starts May 16th.They'll
be on the lookout for people who aren't wearing
seat belts and don't have their young children in
child restraint seats. Police say things might be
getting better, but there's still room for
improvement
With Memorial day right around the corner...
boaters will soon be out on area lakes.But the St.
Joseph Coast Guard wants you to play it safe this
boating season.FOX 28's Lindsey Sablan shows
us what you need to know before hitting the open
waters.The Coast Guard Auxiliary will have free
inspections on the weekends for boaters who'd
like to make sure they have all the required
equipment.
To kick off the season... the St. Joseph station is
having an open house this Saturday.It is open to
the public and various rescue groups will be on
hand to talk to boaters
The search for a new Basketball Coach at
Plymouth high school is over as the school board
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selects Keven Stuckmeyer for the top spot.
But his selection as coach has stirred up some
controversy.Fox 28's Ken Garcia finds out that the
Plymouth community is upset with how the school
board handled the selection process...
When trouble hits... response time is crucial...
But when it's on an airplane... emergency officials
have only seconds to respond on the runway.
That's what officials with the Department of Airport
Security were training for today at the South Bend
Airport.Fire fighters use a "live fire training" facility
to learn how to combat liquid flames.Officials have
to carry more than 40 pounds of equipment when
fighting fires like this.The training teaches crews
how to fight a large scale fire and improves
response time.
In the United States... 1.4 million people will be
diagnosed with some type of cancer this year.
More than 70-thousand of those cases will be in
Indiana and Michigan...Tonight... hundreds of
people are participating in the Relay for Life... to
raise money for cancer research...
Police block South Bend streets as more than
300 students march with Mother Mary.Police
escorted students, faculty, staff, and parents from
Holy Cross School for the annual May Procession.
Seventh grade students carried the statue of Mary
from church to church along the way.
The religous event is an annual tradition.
A living, breathing history lesson in Niles.
Local students learned all about the Civil War
today. The Brandywine Foundation is bringing the
war back to life with a reenactment, which runs all
weekend. Participants say we can learn great
lessons from what went on nearly 150 years ago.
The strike may finally be over.A spokeswoman for
American Axle says the auto parts supplier has
reached a tentative agreement with the United
Auto Workers that could end a bitter 80 day
strike.Both sides reached the deal late Friday.The
union says details will be presented to members in
Detroit on Sunday.Nearly 400 workers at AM
General were temporarily laid off because of the
strike....including the entire H2 plant in
Mishawaka.
As a parent, your child's safety is always on your
mind.Well..today....some parents got peace of
mind.....at the State Farm Insurance Child Safety
Day.State Farm agents from Michiana, as well as
volunteers from Clay Fire Department and St.
Joseph County Police spent time this afternoon
teaching parents the proper way to install child
seat's...so their kids are safe.
Some local students catering to those with a
sweet tooth....while at the same time raising
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money for a good cause.Students at Indiana
Business College held a cookie walk today.You
can see here just some of the delicious treats on
sale....browinies, chocolate cookies....sugar
cookies.Those involved were surprised at how
many people pitched in to help.
The Potawatomi Zoo receives a big financial boost
from some of it's smallest patrons The zoo was
given a check for nearly 12-hundred dollars from
the kindergartners at Wilson Primary.The students
picked the zoo for their kids care project after
learning the zoo needed money to help improve
animal habitats.
Hundreds of Michiana residents hopped on their
Harleys and hit the highway today.The Fallen
Heroes Family Ride began early this morning at
the Wal Mart off Portage Avenue.Riders embarked
on a 75 mile journey through South Bend,
Nappannee, and Elkhart....ending at the American
Legion Post 308 in Osceola.It was all to raise
awareness for Northern Indiana families....who
have paid the ultimate price for our freedom.
The death of three teens from rural LaPorte
County is bringing the community together to
mourn their loss.The teens were killed in a car
accident over the weekend when they were hit by
a train.Fox 28's Ken Garcia finds out how the
community is handling all of this.
South Bend teachers were joined by their
colleagues, food service workers, on the picket
line tonight.This is becoming a weekly protest for
teachers who have been working without a
contract since last August.They picket the
administration building before, during and after
every school board meeting and tonight the food
service employees joined in.The food service
workers are locked into whatever the teachers get
for a raise.
A South Bend emergency relief organization
returns from cyclone-ravaged Myanmar.Feed the
Hungry took water and water purification units to
Myanmar and spent a week there ramping up
operations to help the people who were left
homeless after the cyclone hit May 3rd.They
couldn't get into the hardest-areas areas, but they
spent plenty of time with those affected at high
school shelters, which weren't in good shape
themselves
Ever wonder what Studebaker cars you never got
to see?Now, you can see some of the prototypes
from the 50s and 60s in a new exhibit called
"What might have been".There's 8 different cars...
all one-of-a-kind... that were designed to show off
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models that were displayed at car shows, but were
never actually produced.
Saint Joseph County is reducing the uncertainty
for taxpayers.The county is sending out letters
estimating property taxes for this year.They say it
will give taxpayers an opportunity to budget better
and to voluntarily pay in advance.County
Treasurer Sean Coleman says it will help the
county eliminate delays in collecting property
taxes.
A Michiana company is expanding... bringing more
than 20 new jobs to the area.Daman Products
Company... a hydraulic components manufacturer
will expand its 49-thousand square foot facility in
Mishawaka. The company also received a 46thousand dollar state grant to offer more training
opportunities for it's employees.
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Everybody's looking for a way to ease the pain at
the pump.Could a Goshen auto shop owner have
the solution?To help answer that question, we
called on an expert.
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How to respond to a disaster...That's what some
local police officers learned today on the Notre
Dame campus.Officers practiced different
scenarios so they can respond appropriately in
real emergency situations.About 65 officers from
Notre Dame Security, Indiana State Police, South
Bend, and Saint Joseph County police
departments took part in this afternoon's training.
Students at a Michiana school peacefully protest
the War in Iraq.Eight graders at Bethany Christian
School organized today's "Freedom Walk" on the
Courthouse Square in Goshen.Social Studies
teacher Tim Lehman says the idea stemmed from
a class discussion about protesters during the
Mexican-American War.He says it's a way for
students to see how others react to self
expression.
As prices at the pump continue to climb... people
are looking for any way to save. One way is to
slow down while driving...FOX 28's Ken Garcia
looked into whether drivers are slowing down. He
found out that it all really depends on who you talk
to and a person's preference. Some of the people
we spoke with say yes... they are slowing down...
but according to state troopers... speed hasn't
really changed.
As many pack up and prepare for holiday travel...
others are postponing their plans.As the gas
prices continue to soar... travel agents expect
people to stay at home this holiday
weekend.Triple A says they expect to see the first
decrease in Memorial Day weekend travel in six
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years.Still, 83 percent of holiday travelers will hit
the highways this weekend.
The city of Mishawaka dedicates its new
wastewater treatment plant expansion.The
expnasion cost more than 42 million dollars and
took three years to build.It will increase the plant's
annual average treatment capacity by eight million
gallons per day, and reduce sewer overflow to the
St. Joe River by 60 percent.
High gas prices aren't the only thing that could put
a crimp in your Memorial Day weekend
plans...The rising price of food could make your
holiday cook-out more costly.Prices are up... and it
all goes back to the cost of gas.Shipping costs for
some companies has doubled... with diesel up to
almost 5 dollars a gallon.And it's not just shipping
costs creating the hike.
With the American Axle strike now over... the
Hummer plant in Mishawaka will start production
again.A-M General says it plans to resume
production on June 2nd.Some workers have
already been called back to work next week.
The nearly 400 workers were laid off on March 4th
because of parts shortages caused by the strike.
Some Michiana students who were once in hot
water learn how to boil water... and so much more!
Seven Berrien County Juvenile Center students
went to Martin's Supermarket's cooking school
today. They planned the menu, shopped for the
food, then prepped and cooked the meal before
sitting down to eat.It's all part of the center's
efforts to broaden their students' horizons.
We use personal trainers to help us get in shape,
interior decorators to help spruce up our homes,
and now organizers to help us cut our clutter?
That's right... There are professionals out there
who come into your home and help you get
organized.
Couldn't we all use a little more of that?
We spent an afternoon with a professional
organizer here in Michiana to find out more about
what she does and to get some great tips just in
time for spring cleaning.
There's a new place in Michiana to get the flavor
of local farms.Elkhart Mayor Dick Moore was on
hand for the ribbon cutting today at the new
farmer's market at the Woodland Nature Center.
The market offers fresh produce, plants and other
organic items.Organizers say they hope this will
help people discover what they call "the best kept
secret in Elkhart."
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A Zookeeper is recovering in the hospital
tonight...after officials say she was attacked by an
Amur leopard.It happened this afternoon.... in the
holding area of the zoo.Officials say the Senior
Zoo Keeper was cleaning the leopard's
cage....when it suddenly attacked her.
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Some scary moments at an Elkhart Elementary
school.The Elkhart County Sheriff's Department
says a third grader brought a gun to Concord
Westside Elementary school Friday.The unloaded
gun was found inside the student's backpack.
The boy was placed on house arrest...with a
detention hearing scheduled for Tuesday.
No word on whether or not the boy's parents will
face any charges.
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One restaurant chain is giving disabled children
and adults a new lease on life.Applebee's of
Michigan City teamed up with Reins of Life this
weekend for a benefit.All of the proceeds go
towards the non-profit organization.Reins of Life
provides therapeutic horseback riding for children
and adults with disabilities
A special tribute to mark an historic day.Members
of the Middlebury American Legion...placing
Starlights of Honor on the graves of all the
veterans in Grace Lawn Cemetary.They will stand
guard from dusk tonight until dawn tomorrow as
part of the Legion's third annual Memorial Day
vigil.
Memorial Day is a day many of us think of as a
time for bar-b-ques and looking ahead to the
summer...
But most importantly, it's a day to remember those
who've fought and died for our freedom...
St. Joseph County honored those who made the
ultimate sacrifice for their country today.
In a ceremony at Military Honors Park, Michiana
veterans got together to remember friends and
loved ones who are no longer with us.
People lined the streets of South Bend early this
morning for the city's annual Memorial Day
parade.
The parade featured marching bands and floats..
The children waved as they heard the sirens from
the emergency vehicles. And proud veterans
stood tall as the crowd honored their service to
America.
The Michiana Peace and Justice Coalition was out
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on the streets of downtown South Bend today...
demanding better treatment of our troops and
veterans.The group stood at the corner of
Jefferson and Main with signs calling for the end
to the war in Iraq and better healthcare and
benefits for veterans.
Thanks to a fast food restaurant, kids in Berrien
and Cass counties are getting help through Big
Brothers, Big Sisters.Arby's is raising money to
donate to the organization.You can donate at the
Arby's in Niles... and all the money raised goes to
the
You don't have to tell most women that fashions
are constantly changing... but an exhibit at the
Center for History right now shows an interesting
perspective of how fashions have changed from
decade to decade.It's called "100 Years Of
Design."
It's 100 years of fashions spanning from 1830 to
1930.It features the costumes, dress and even
furniture and decor of those times.Everything is
from the Center for History's own collection...
When you reflect on the write-up with each exhibit,
it's an incredible 3 dimensional history lesson.
High gas prices and the economy are having an
effect on area farmers markets and flea markets.
Vendors who often drive from up to two hours
away are feeling a double whammy... They say
they're spending four times more to get there and
customers just aren't spending money.And if you
haven't already, you are going to start noticing the
empty spaces at your favorite markets and craft
shows.
The Michiana community chips in to buy South
Bend students a new playground. Perley Primary
Fine Arts Academy students broke ground today
on the new facility. No school money involved
here...
The equipment was paid for entirely by donations
from the Downtown Rotary Club, the North Side
Neighborhood Association and parents.
You may remember back in March we told you
about scrap metal thieves who stole 3-year old
Andrew Teller's wheelchair lift.Andrew has
cerebral palsy... and without the lift his parents
had to carry him everywhere.Thanks to many
generous donors, Andrew and his family now have
a lift connected to their back porch.Fox 28's
Lindsey Sablan visited the Tellers, who say they're
amazed by the way the community helped out.
South Bend School Corporation Superintendent
Dr. Robert Zimmerman faces the school board as
they evaluate his performance.Last November, the
school board decided to let Zimmerman remain on
the job after a similar review. The school board
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gave Zimmerman his evaluation this evening in a
closed meeting.it was only six months ago the
school board gave their oppinions on his job
performance... and he was able to keep his job
thanks to community and teacher support...It
appears this time around... he still has that
support.
Governor Mitch Daniels visits Elkhart to announce
the creation of nearly 200 jobs.The governor
joined executives from KIK Custom Products
today to announce the company's plans to expand
its Elkhart operations.KIK expects to hire 190 new
employees... line technicians, mechanics, forklift
drivers and others... by the end of next year.
South Bend Police Officers arm themselves with
information in the fight against domestic violence.
The Family Justice Center of Saint Joseph County
held a protective order training session at the
South Bend Police Department.It's designed to
help officers understand how to enforce the
growing number of protective orders... and a way
to teach the public more about them.
A centennial celebration of sorts in downtown
South Bend...The Prairie Building on North William
Street is actually 101 years old, and got a
commemorative plaque today to prove it. It was
built in 1907... back then it was known as the
Hamilton Apartments.
Today, it's an office building, and it's every bit as
important as it used to be.
Children in Niles have a new place to play.The city
opened up the new Cass Street Park today on the
corner of Cass and 8th Streets.After a ribboncutting ceremony, kids got to play on the park's
playground. The Greater Niles Community
Development Corporation came up with the idea
of a new park three years ago, and they're happy
with the results.
20-thousand dollars was raised today for Habitat
For Humanity at the first and only "Hard Hat
Open" at Harbor Shores golf course in Benton
Harbor.
As you can see, the course is still under
construction. The Jack Nicklaus design is
scheduled to open in 2009, but golfers couldn't
wait to get out there. An auction was held for the
first ever tee times, and the winning amount was
5-thousand bucks.
A 5th grade class went above and beyond in
raising money for the American Cancer Society...
and they got a big thankyou at school today.
The team from Horizon elementary raised more
than 1,700 dollars in 5 weeks for Relay for Life.
That surpassed their goal which meant three male
teachers made good on their promise today...
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They said if the class made their goal, they would
dress up like girls and dance.
The kids had a lot of fun and learned alot.
Another hike is taking place is taking place on the
Indiana Toll Road...Starting tomorrow, those
paying cash will shell out nearly double the dough
when traveling from Illinois to Ohio. It'll now cost 8
dollars -- up from 4.65 unless drivers use the new
electronic tolling or i-zoom. Drivers who use Izoom won't see an increase until 2016. I-zoom
costs $50 to get started and that includes a $40
credit placed in your toll road account.
South Bend's Riley High School announces a
grant that will help its students earn college credit.
The National Governor's Association has given
Riley 50-thousand dollars for its new Early College
High School.The program will help low-income
high school students get college credit thorugh
advanced placement courses.
Ladies... many of us love to be fashionable... but
like they say... if you don't have your health, you
don't have anything.So, this afternoon, some
South Bend women came together to combine
the 2It's a day dedicated to women's health... but
with a bit of a twist.Shopping mixes with health
exams.. as the Women's Alliance of South Bend
empowers women to focus on their Minds...
Bodies... and Souls.
A message of *hope* came to Michiana today.
Harris Prairie Church of Christ ... hosted a
rummage sale to benefit... Hope Ministries.Hope
offers eduction... housing... meals... and
encouragement to those less fortunate.The sale
included everything from furniture, to clothing, to
toys.. but the real bargain .. was the chance to
help others.
The national average for gas still sits at 3-97 a
gallon.With that in mind, local dealerships across
the nation are offering various incentives to get
you to buy a new car. Goshen Hyundai offered
two- 500 dollar gas cards this weekend to their
shoppers. They find that many consumers are
replacing their gas-guzzling vehicles for cars with
better gas mileage.Daren Lehman hopes to tradein a truck he hasn't driven since December.
That's because it only gets about 13-miles a
gallon.
Today thousands of people honored National
Cancer Survivors Day... and that was definitely the
case in at The Cove.About 150 cancer survivors
signed a banner and received free t-shirts at the
Coveleski Stadium before the Silver Hawks game.
Those who were able...walked the bases with
friends and family.One survivor threw out the
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opening pitch and another sang the national
anthem.Eleven year colon-cancer survivor Don
Hall says it's an honor to see more survivors
round the diamond each year.
South Bend Schools Superintendent Dr. Robert
Zimmerman is out of a job after the school board
announced they plan to buy out his contract.
Those who were at the meeting tonight were quite
angry with the board... They believed Zimmerman
wasn't given enough time to really make an impact
on the community and the programs he was able
to start are just now starting to show results.
A-M General Employees return to work at the
Hummer plant in St. Joseph County.The parking
lot was full today for the first time in months.
The plant was forced to shut down and lay-off
employees back in March... Due to the American
Axle strike.The 3-month walk-out at the auto parts
plant forced several assembly lines to shut down
across the country.The United Auto Workers and
American Axle worked out a new agreement late
last month.
It's a move that wasn't supposed to happen for
another year and a half...St. Joseph Regional
Medical Center announces they are moving most
services out of their Mishawaka hospital well
before the opening of their new hospital.
The move means 60 people are losing their jobs.
And it was a pretty big blow to employees, some
doctors and the community
A big three automaker makes changes that could
have an impact here in Michiana. General Motors
announced today it's closing four truck assembly
plants, one each in Ohio, Wisconsin, Mexico and
Canada. C-E-O Richard Wagoner says the move
is necessary because people aren't buying S-U-Vs
anymore due to high gas prices.
G-M also says it's thinking about selling or
revamping its Hummer line of trucks.
Mishawaka's A-M General Corporation produces
Hummer's biggest S-U-V, the H2. Many A-M
General workers just got back to work yesterday
following a three-month American Axle strike, and
now they're faced with the possibility that the
trucks they assemble might not be around for
long.Mishawaka Mayor Jeff Rea says he's
optimistic A-M General will continue to produce
Hummer vehicles of some sort.
Teachers and parents are reacting to the decision
to buy out the contract of South Bend School's
Superintendent.The school board voted 5 to 2 last
night... to end Dr. Robert Zimmerman's three year
contract 18 months early.FOX 28's Colleen
Bormann has more on why many feel there are so
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A big day for the city of South Bend and Notre
Dame, as they gathered to break ground on the
Eddy Street Commons project. City officials have
partnered with the university to build the multi-use
development. Kite developers, who were in charge
of the project, hope residents will be able to live,
work, and shop all in one place.
Benton Harbor residents *strive* to be the best
they can be.The city's *Strive* program honored
its graduates today. Strive stands for "Support and
Training Results in Valuable Employees."
The program helps people ages 17 and older to
prepare for and find the right job.
A Michiana church is about to celebrate a new
beginning.The Albright United Methodist Church in
Mishawaka will break ground Sunday on its new
worship center.The church burned down back in
October 2006 after a lightning strike.Church
officials say they're also celebrating all the help
from fellow churches, parishoners and the rest of
the community.
There was one place tonight where you could've
got a great deal on a car while helping out local
charities.Michiana Public Auto Auction hosted its
annual charity sale tonight.Vehicles donated to
Hope Ministries in South Bend and Faith Mission
in Elkhart were auctioned off.
Proceeds from sales go back to both charities.
Michiana Public Auto Auction says the reason
they do this is simple...
A Middlebury mail carrier is accused of hoarding
21-thousand pieces of mail in her home.
Some pieces dating back to November.U-S Postal
Service inspectors found the mail a few weeks
ago, but today was the first day people started
receiving their past-due pacakges, letters, and
postcards. FOX 28's Nadia Crow visited residents
on the carrier's delivery route.
And they have mixed feeling about the stolen mail.
The St.Joe Regional Medical Center is speaking
out after announing it's cutting 60 employees.. and
shutting down it's Mishawaka location a year
early. Today.. hospital employees spent the day
talking with those who have lost their jobs..
They are offering them help with building resumes
and working on interview skills.The hospital
president says it's upsetting they have to let
employees go..but the number of patients at the
Mishawaka hospital was dwindling.. and they're
facing serious economic problems..
Those financial issues are mainly due to patients
who can't afford to pay.
Volunteers take off from the American Red Cross
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in St. Joseph County to help with tornado relief
downstate.They left for Indianapolis this afternoon
in the Emergency Response Vehicle to pitch in by
giving out food, water and other items.The Red
Cross says about 400 families have sought
assistance after the severe weather in Indy over
the weekend... and the volunteers are happy to
help.
When is blowing something up a good thing?
When you're blowing up balloons!That's what the
Michiana Balloon Twister's Club did tonight at the
Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library.
The club built a balloon tree complete with balloon
bugs to help promote the library's "Catch the
Reading Bug" summer program.Apparently,
there's no limit to to what you do with balloon
twisting.
Mother Nature didn't keep some Michiana
residents from raising money for cancer research.
The Relay for Life at New Prairie High School had
to move indoors because of tonight's storms.
Instead of walking the track... they're walking in
the gym all night long.Money raised goes to the
American Cancer Society.Organizers say the
weather didn't dampen the spirits of the
volunteers... as many showed up to take part in
the fight.
Relay For Life volunteers aren't the only ones
donating their time today... Blood donors are
helping others in need as well.Many got out to the
American Legion Post in Bristol today.
Officials say blood banks often get low during the
summer... when regular donors are on vacation.
Notre Dame coach Charlie Weis traded a football
for a golf club today to help raise money for
children with disabilities.Coach Weis and others
teed off at the 5th annual Hannah and Friends
Golf Classic.Joining Weis were Irish greats Joe
Theismann, Tony Rice, Brady Quinn, Muffet
McGraw, and other sports celebs.Charlie and his
wife Maura created the Hannah and Friends
charity in their daughter's honor to help children
and adults with special needs.FOX 28's Allison
Hayes talked with the Weis's about the event.
With temperatures warming up and kids out of
school...Safe Kids Elkhart County held its annual
event to remind parents and children how to stay
safe.Today's activities included games, snacks,
and raffles.For parents...a free car seat
checkpoint, fire safety information, and other
resources to help keep your kids out of trouble.
People from across Michiana lace up their walking
shoes to help fight cancer.The Relay for Life of
Elkhart County kicked off at Goshen High School
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joined by friends and family for the annual
fundraiser.Participants will walk the track in the
high school's gym until 8 o'clock Sunday morning.
Money raised goes towards cancer research.
A Mishawaka congregation is one step closer to
finally being able to use their church.Half of the
Albright United Methodist Church burned down in
2006.Now two years later... the congregation is all
smiles as they break ground on a new church.
Pastor Dennis Ingle says he and his church
members have made it through a very rough time
by leaning on the community.
Cancer survivors gathered today to celebrate life
and their success after treatment.Hundreds of
cancer survivors and supporters crowded in the
Sauder Hall Center at Goshen College.It's the
fourth year the Goshen Center for Cancer Care
held the event.Former White House Press
Secretary and cancer survivor Tony Snow was
scheduled to give the keynote address.
Unfortunately, because of an illness, he couldn't
make it.But another survivor, Senator Bob Dole
filled-in with stories about his struggle.
It's an annual tradition and a chance to see how
your donations makes a difference in the lives of
local kids with Muscular Dystrophy.60 kids from
across Michiana are at Camp Potawatomi in
LaGrange County for the annual M-D-A summer
camp.The week-long camp gives the kids a
chance to take part in events they wouldn't
normally be able to. Members of ABATE
welcomed campers on their first day...and one
camper tells us why camp is so special to him.
You might start seeing more bike riders, roller
bladers, and walkers in South Bend.
In 2005,
South Bend Mayor Steve Luecke promised a 50mile bike lane. By the end of the year, the city
hopes to be halfway finished with the path.
And don't be surprised if city officials knock on
your door... to ask for help in designing the new
lanes.
The city of Plymouth enacts a curfew ordiance for
minors.The city plans to level fines at young
people who stay out too late. And if they
repeatedly break curfew... the parents will be
slapped with a 50-dollar fine.Plymouth Police
Chief and common council members say they
don't anticipate giving out a lot of fines to minors
or their parents for curfew violations.But they do
say that having this ordinance will enforce good
parenting.
A controversial animal law has St. Joseph County
veterinarians at odds with the Humane Society.
The ordinance, which has been in effect since last
year, requires St. Joe County pet owners oustide
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of South Bend and Mishawaka to have their pets
vaccinated and registered.It also requires vets to
turn pet breed and owner information over to the
Humane Society. The county council heard from
people who oppose the law tonight. Opponents
say it targets certain animal breeds and violates
owners' privacy.The Humane Society says the law
helps control the animal population and allows
them to track rabies.
Hundreds of drivers in St. Joseph County were
ticketed for NOT wearing their seatbelts over the
past two weeks.St. Joseph County police ended
their most recent "Operation Pullover" on June
1st.Officers wrote 656 seat belt violations... which
was pretty close to their March campaign. What
dissapoints police... they wrote 36 violations for
kids who were not in proper car seats.
Summer time means keeping your kids
occupied.... and what better way than to make it a
learning experience.Healthworks Museum in
South Bend has various day camps that teach
kids about science... the body... and jobs.Others
include a medical camp... and a green machine
camp, which teaches kids to be environmentally
friendly.
The accusations are troubling... Teenaged girls
being strip-searched, beaten, their communication
monitored... with little contact with the outside
world. Several women are coming forward to talk
about their experiences at Hephzibah
(pronounced Hepsibah) House, a boarding school
for troubled teens in our own backyard of Warsaw.
In a Fox 28 exclusive investigation, we spoke to
many former students who say, for them,
Hepsibah House was a house of horrors.
Michiana shoppers are searching for a place to
find uncontaminated tomatoes.... Fox 28's Kelly
Gilmartin took a look how people are protecting
their health while still enjoying a summer favorite.
With salmonella cases on the rise across the
country, many Michiana shoppers are worrying
about where their tomatoes are coming from.
Some are turning to farmer's markets to ensure
their produce is safe.
Downtown South Bend continues to grow. City
officials broke ground on the new American Trust
Place rehabilitation project at the corner of
Michigan and Washington Streets. The project will
include office space, retail space and condos.
Mayor Steve Luecke says downtown is becoming
the place to be.
It's a chance to give the gift of life... while honoring
fallen police officers.St. Joseph County is
participating in the Indiana Fallen Officers Blood
Drive.
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Last year half the counties in the state
participated, and collected more than 5-thousand
units, which was triple the goal.This year all 92
counties are participating, and for family members
of the fallen officers... the community's strong
support means the world.
School is out for most school districts in Michiana.
And that means plenty of *free* time for teens...
Time that often leads to mischief.FOX 28's Nadia
Crow talked with South Bend police today.
Captain Phil Trent says his officers do a lot more
patrolling of parks and alleys to find kids out too
late and up to no good.
A special summer camp continues this week in
Michiana.60 kids with Muscular Dystrophy are at
Camp Potawatomi in LaGrange County this week
for M.D.A. camp.It's a chance for the kids with a
neuro-muscular disease to enjoy a summer
experience like any other kid.The camp runs
through Saturday.We'll bring you more about this
special week... on the Jerry Lewis M.D.A. telethon,
which airs Labor Day weekend right here on FOX
28!
Paying for gas isn't the only thing that has some
Michiana residents concerned.Local agencies
phones are ringing off the hook with many
searching for a way to keep cool this summer.
FOX 28's Kelly Gilmartin found one organization
trying help people keep costs down as the
temperatures go up.
If the sun's too hot... you can cool off inside at the
Mishawaka Public libraries.Mishawaka libraries
want to remind people they are open on
Saturdays.St. Joseph County libraries had to close
their doors on Saturdays because of budget
issues... but Mishawaka wants to try and keep
their doors open.
IN-DOT plans to study an intersection in St.
Joseph County... the site of a deadly accident this
week.The accident late Tuesday night at State
Road 2 and Timothy Road was the fifth fatal crash
at the intersection in 11 years.Scott McMahon of
South Bend was killed when he was struck by a
semi-truck.State Trooper Geoffery Grouber said
the trees along Indiana 2 make it difficult for
drivers on the highway to see traffic approaching
on the county road.
In May, we told you about another special camp...
Camps for Champs... It's a new athletic camp for
underprivileged kids that was started in honor of
Mark Tulchinsky. He was very active with the Boys
and Girls Club.His wife says because of the
coaches support... close to 400 kids will be able to
participate in various sports camps all summer.
Kids from the Boys and Girls Club and Center for
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the Homeless all love being active... and each has
their favorite part.
The town of Nappanee wants to let all of Michiana
know they are "Open for Business".An F-3 tornado
tore through the town in October destroying
homes and businesses in its path.... now eight
months later, officials say Nappanee is officially
re-open.Fox 28's Kelly Gilmartin was in Nappanee
today to see how the recovery process is going.
If you're looking to get out during your lunch break
this summer.. there's now something to
do..Downtown South Bend is kicking off it's
Friday's by the fountain event..From 11:30 to
1:30.. every other Friday during the summer.. local
bands will hit the stage to offer a relaxed concert
during your lunch break.The summer concerts are
free and open to the public..Lunch is also
available to buy from downtown vendors... but you
can also bring your own.
A new community in Benton Harbor celebrates the
wall rising of another home..A group of Lakeland
Hospital doctors and Habitat for Humanity teamed
up to sponsor the home for a multiple sclerosis
patient and family.Fox 28's Nadia Crow visited the
family as they enter a new phase to their new
home.
Rhapsody in Green kicked off today with music,
dance, and arts.Enviro Corp's Recycled Art
Contest was one of today's main attractions.
Local artists and students displayed their work in
an effort to show how people impact Earth and to
just have fun.
It was cars, cars, and more cars freshly waxed
and shining under the sun today in Wakarusa.
Today's antique show featured cars that dated
back to the late 1800s.134 cars set a new record
for the annual car show and there were plenty of
people to see them.
Hundreds of people listened to gospel music at
LaSalle Park today. A musical celebration with
more than 15 groups wrapped up the ninth annual
Juneteenth Celebration.It's a day to celebrate the
end of slavery in the United States.
Residents of New Buffalo are uniting to stop a
strip club from coming to the area.A Chicago
buisnessman is interested in opening the business
near the Four Winds Casino...Fox 28's Ken Garcia
spoke with reisdents today...A decision by the
New Buffalo township commission is expected
tomorrow night... and residents say a strip club
and New Buffalo are like oil and water... they don't
mix...
No-smoking signs are up all over Elkhart.It's been
two months since the city passed the clean air
ordinance.. banning smoking in work buildings and
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public places.FOX 28's Colleen Bormann found
out how the businesses are adjusting. this has
been a very controversial issue since the
beginning.Today..we caught up with some of the
same resturants and bars we spoke with before it
was passed.. and while some are still struggling
with the ban.. others.. are surpised to see what
happened.. once the smoke cleared.
Indiana Michigan Power is warning customers
about a possible fraud scheme.I & M says
someone is calling people posing as an employee.
The person is claiming customers are deliquent on
their bills and demanding their banking information
to avoid having their services shut-off.
I & M wants you to know that they never call
customers to make payment arrangements.
An investigation is underway into some longdistance ATM withdrawls from Michiana bank
accounts.More than 100 local members of the
Teachers Credit Union have reported withdrawls
being made from as far away as Russia and
Nigeria.Ten Notre Dame Federal Credit Union
members have reported similar withdraws.
T.C.U. officials say there were no breaches in the
system and they're looking into how the
withdrawals were made.
Thousands of California residents are without
power tonight.. after copper thieves grounded
wires from a nearby substation..It's just one
example of a crime that is taking place in every
city and state..FOX 28's Colleen Bormann finds
out if it’s a crime that is moving up here in
Michiana. Police say this type of crime isn't going
away any time soon..But they have noticed a drop
since the city of South Bend adopted a scrapping
ordinance last year.The ordinance places specific
rules on Scrapping companies.. and now many..
are adding their own regulations.
55 residents of a Michiana residential care facility
will soon be without a home.Madison Center
announced today that it's closing "The Manor" in
South Bend.The facility has been in operation for
15 years as a care facility for metnally ill adults.
Madison Center says it will not officially close the
home until all the residents are placed in new
facilities.Officials say the closure is a cost-cutting
move due to shrinking reimbursements from state
and federal agencies.
Another local blood drive is asking people to roll
up their sleeves to honor police
officers...Specifically, officers who were killed in
the line of duty.It's an annual drive and a lot of
residents helped out at the Mishawaka Police
Department today.This drive is held statewide..
and this is the first year all 92 counties in Indiana
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are participating.It was started by a woman who's
story is unbelievable.
Just last year we learned that teen marijuana
usage was on the decline.But a new report shows
some alarming data concerning teens who *are*
using the drug. While there's an overall
decrease... we have seen spikes in certain age
groups like eighth graders... that age group is up
27 percent from a report in 1992.Research shows
kids are starting younger and there are some
other trends that would alarm any parent.
Hundreds of Michiana residents have reported
unauthorized debit card withdrawals from foreign
countries. Customers from 10 different area banks
have been affected, with some victims finding
thousands of dollars missing.It appears the
problems all stem from a security breech at 1st
Source Bank.
Some Michiana residents are found guilty of
having a helping heart..Jailbirds who were
arrested out at their jobs today tried to make bail
at Kirk Chevrolet in Goshen.They called family
and friends trying to do their part for a huge
fundraiser for the Muscular Distrophy Association.
One South Bend neighborhood comes together to
make things a little greener.Fox 28's Lindsey
Sablan spent the day with the Teachers Credit
Union volunteers who helped make Howard Park's
dream a reality.
The American Red Cross says it has already
spent 15-million dollars in disaster efforts since
January.And they've only raised five-million.
FOX 28's Nadia Crow visited the Elkhart Chapter
of the American Red Cross. Locally and nationally
the Red Cross wants you to donate money.
They also need more volunteers to travel to these
disaster areas and to just help out in the office
doing some clerical work.
Elkhart police conduct another prostitution sting...
and this time, they arrest ten men. Elkhart's Street
Crime Unit went undercover for the second time
this week.In the span five hours last night, several
men approached two female officers posing as
prostitutes on West Central and South Main
Street.Police say the crackdown is what the public
wants.
The nation's housing crisis is definitely being felt
here in Michiana.Home sales in the area are down
about 18-percent.Fox 28's Kelly Gilmartin looked
into the downturn and found it's a great time to
buy. Local realtors say Michiana will likely recover
from the decline in the housing market more
quickly than other areas of the country, because
inflation rates in our area have remained steady.
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I-U-S-B opens its first on-campus apartments.
The new River Crossing Campus Apartments are
located right on the St. Joe river.The complex was
built with environmentally friendly materials and
uses a geo-thermal heating system.School
officials say the new apartments will give students
a great place to live and study.
One local business gives its employees a break
from their desks... and allows them to head
outside to help the community.Better World Books
is based in Mishawaka, but today its employees
from all over the country were out in Michiana.
More than 100 people helped at the Food Bank,
planted flowers at Buetter (BYOO-ter) Park, and
built homes for Habitat for Humanity.
Organization officials say it's great when everyone
works together.
Two Michiana radio personalities will be raising
the roof... to raise awareness for child abuse
prevention.Actually... Rob and A.J. from U-93 will
be sitting on top of the roof at a Martin's store.
All the money earned goes to the Friends of Child
Abuse Prevention, which helps local groups.
This is the first time Rob and AJ will sit on the roof
all week... and there's just a few things they joked
they're worried about.
-S Marshalls and inspectors with the Food and
Drug Administration seize a shipment and delivery
from a Petco distribution center.Inspectors say the
Joliet, Illinois warehouse had a rodent and bird
infestation near open dog and cat food containers.
FOX 28's Nadia Crow finds out if there is any
immediate concern for pet owners. a re-call hasn't
been issued on the food...and the F-D-A says
there have not been any cases reported of human
or animal illness from any of the pet food that
came from this warehouse.But that doesn't mean
that you shouldn't look twice at what you're
feeding your dog or cat.
The rising cost of gas is prompting one South
Bend city department to switch gears..
Starting this week.. code enforcement officers are
making their rounds on bicycles.
The department is testing out the use bicylces by
most of the city's code enforcement officers.
They're hoping the bikes cut back on the amount
of fuel the department uses.
They also say this will allow officers to better
interact with the community.
South Bend Police are also cracking down on kids
staying out too late.They cited more than 50 kids
between the ages of 12 and 17 last night for
breaking curfew.
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South Bend's curfew for 15 to 17 year olds is 11
p.m. on weeknights and 1 a.m. early Saturday and
Sunday mornings.Those under the age of 15 must
be with a guardian after 11 every night.
A new high-speed network is linking together more
than 40 Indiana state colleges and universities.
Indiana University President David Jent was in
South Bend today to unveil "I-Light.'The new
network provides every public and private college
in the state with digital communications... 20 times
faster than a typical home Internet connection.
I.U. says students across the state will be able to
share information like never before.
An intern working with the City of South Bend this
summer is getting a little extra boost to help for
her tuition.Mallory Dudeck... an intern in the Public
Works Department... received the Evan Sears
Memorial Scholarship today.Sears... a former
intern in the city's traffic bureau... was killed back
in 1999 while working on a city street.
Mallory says she's honored to recieve the award.
An downtown South Bend event is hoping to turn
people green.In partnerhsip with United Way.. the
city is hosting Eco-Fest.Kicking off tomorrow.. the
event features several "go active.. and "go green"
activies.It's just one example of how the city is
moving towards a healthier and more eco-friendly
lifestyle
Do you think you're tough?Well, head on down to
Seitz (sights) Park in Elkhart tomorrow for the
Strong Man Competition.It's one of the many
events for the 3rd annual Stayin Afloat event...
which raises money for suicide awareness and
prevention.Competitors will take on obstacles like
carrying 500 pounds while racing.
You can sign up tomorrow morning at the park...
or log on to stayin afloat dot com for more
information.
Crews are warning.. nearly four-thousand kids are
injured each year.. around this time.. from
fireworks..With the fourth of July right around the
corner...FOX 28's Nadia Crow shows us how to
keep your family safe. Each city has its own
fireworks ordinances so you should check with
your local police department to find out the laws
for your area.Be sure to find out how long you can
use your fireworks, where you can use them and
regulations on cleaning-up the debris they leave
behind.
Michiana senior citizens got a taste of the Olympic
games today.The Senior Olympics featured
athletes 50 and older to compete in various
sporting events like basketball, pool, and arm
wrestling.Organizers say they're happy with
today's event because it continues to celebrate
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Thousands of Michiana babies owe a proud thank
you to two South Bend O-B-G-Y-N's.Dr. Houser
and Dr. Norborg have been delivering babies
since the 70s and now they're calling it quits.
Fox28's Nadia Crow visited the doctors at their
retirement parties after nearly 40 years helping to
bring life into the world.
Almost 200 people enjoyed this morning's nice
weather with a fundraising walk in Goshen.
The Sclero-derma Foundation and volunteers
hope to raise money for research to find a cure for
the potentially fatal disease.Organizers say more
than 300-thousand people in the U-S have this
disease.It's an auto-immune disease that targets a
person inside and out.The most common physical
feature is a hardening of the skin.
While prices at the pump are taking their toll on
many... so may gas prices for heating your home
this winter.Many don't realize it yet, but natural
gas prices are up 45 percent from what they were
here at this time last year... Fox 28's Kelly
Gilmartin has more on preparing yourself now.
During these hard economic times.. many people
rely on charitable services to survive.
But what happens when those services.. are
facing their own cutbacks?FOX 28's Colleen
Bormann talked with a few of those
organizations... When the price of gas or food
goes up.. it's may put a dent in your pocket book.
But for several organazations whose help relies
heavily on those items.. it's forcing them to reevaulate what they can offer.
While many charitable services are being cut.. a
new program is being offered that goes beyond
putting dinner on the table."Feed the Need"
officially opens it's doors tomorrow..But this food
bank is offering other services.. such as financial
counseling, insurance referrals, and smoking
classes.They're focused more on the working
"poor".. meaning those who are really trying to
turn things around.. but need help beyond food
items.The pantry is located on Prarie Avenue in
South Bend.. and it's open from 4 pm to 7 pm on
Tuesday and Thursdays.
A bold thief steals a rifle out of a police officer's
car.It happened early Saturday morning in Elkhart.
Someone broke into an Elkhart County Sheriff's
Department car while the car was parked near the
officer's home.The Colt M-16 rifle was cut out of a
locked cage, most likely with the help of bolt
cutters. The Sheriff's Department says they don't
see this every day. This has residents concerned
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South Bend Mayor Steve Luecke got an H-I-V test
today...to encourage others in his city to do the
sameIt was all apart of a national campaign called
National HIV Testing Day.The day was designed
to bring attention to the importance of education,
awareness of the disease and increase voluntary
counseling and testing. Mayor Luecke said it was
a great opportunity for everyone in the community
to get involved.
Instead of taking their show on the road, a pair of
Michiana radio deejays took their show on the
roof.U-93 Morning show hosts Rob and A-J kicked
off their 12th annual roofsit today.This is their big
fundraiser to raise money for Friends of Child
Abuse Prevention.The roofsit is a major event, but
Rob says the most imporant thing is helping the
children who can't always speak for themselves.
We've had a pretty quiet couple of days here in
Michiana.But we are in the summer season when
thunderstorms are common... and that means
lightning. So far this year, lightning strikes have
killed eight people across the country.
Lightning can generate up to one billion volts of
electricity...That's long enough to keep a 100 watt
lightbulb going for three months...So clearly,
lightning is not something to be messed with.
Michiana consumers say they're looking for any
relief that can get..With the rising cost of gas and
food.. many are rethinking their budgets and even
their lifestyles.FOX 28's Colleen Bormann caught
up with several families today. Several families we
talked to say.. they feel like they're being hit from
every angle.but most are concerned with the price
of gas.Economists say.. that's causing a ripple
affect.and things aren't expected to change.. any
time soon.
A state transportation official comes to Michiana to
check the progess of area road construction
projects.Karl Browning... the commissioner of the
Indiana Department of Transportation visited the
sites of several local road construction projects
today.He was joined by other high-ranking INDOT
officials who were invited by the Elkhart Chamber
of Commerce.Together they hope to increase
cooperation between state and local officials on
large scale road projects
A summer camp in Elkhart is teaching kids a
history lesson... and letting them play in the dirt.
Today was the first day for the Ruthmere Summer
Garden Camp.Campers toured the Beardsley
House... and learned about quilts from the 1800s.
They also got to see a garden quilt.Later this
week, they'll make their own flower quilts and take
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The Center for History in South Bend also has a
great summer program for kids.At "Archi" camp,
kids learn about architecture.During the 3 day
program, kids will explore historic landmarks in
Indiana and create wooden sculptures during arts
and crafts.And the kids will get to see some
historic architecture up close.
Over a half-dozen robberies from South Bend to
Elkhart took place today and police say they may
all be connected.The earliest happened at Sam's
Food Mart on Mayflower Road in South Bend.
According to the store's owner, a man walked into
the store, told the cashier he had a gun and asked
for money.He then fled the store on foot. This
robbery is just *three* out of the *seven* that
happened over a 12-hour period. It is unusual for
Michiana. Generally, police say they look at a
week or month's time and notice a string of crime,
but not in just one day.And like we said, they
believe one man is the link that connects all of
today's robberies.
Last year the West Nile Virus killed one person in
Indiana and infected more than 20
others....Officials are expecting the virus to reappear in Michiana soon.Fox 28's Kelly Gilmartin
spoke with experts today about how to protect
yourself from the dangerous disease. The St.
Joseph County Health Department expects the
West Nile Virus to appear in the area within one to
two weeks, an announcement that caught many
Michiana residents off guard.
Volunteers for Habitat Humanity raced against
time... as two teams are competing to see who
can build a home the quickest.The blitz kicked of
this morning.... and in just five hours the homes
already had walls and a roof.This started as a
project for the national builders association... and
the local members turned it into a competition.
But the team captains say it's all in good fun...
It's a decision that affects everyone across the
country... including here in Michiana...The U.S.
Supreme Court's ruling issued the first definitive
pronouncement on handgun rights in U.S. history
today.The high court ruled 5 to 4 ... to shoot down
a 32-year old handgun ban in Washington D.C.
Washington Mayor Adrian Fenty says the ban was
the city's way to fight violent crime..Opponents say
it was unconstiutional... The ruling could affect gun
laws in cities across the nation... FOX 28's Nadia
Crow talked with gun owners in Michiana.. There
are a few regulations in place in Michigan. When
you buy a gun in that state it needs to come with a
safety lock or you have to buy one separately.
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But there's no state law or even city law in Indiana
that's anything like the D-C law.A lot of the people
we spoke today say they wouldn't expect any
extreme regulations being passed in Michiana
after today's Supreme Court ruling.
The airport has a new tool to help out in an
emergency. This 600-thousand dollar fire truck
can carry 15-hundred gallons of water and 210
gallons of foam.It can also go from 0 to 50 miles
per hour in 21 and a half seconds... which is well
under the regulated time for the F-A-A.
The South Bend School Corporation gets the goahead for some major improvements to the tune of
more than 36 million dollars.The Department of
Local Government Finance said the school can
move forward with the plan to build a new
Marquette Montessori Academy, renovate Monroe
Primary and make improvements to Clay and
Washington High Schools.The approval came just
in time to make the July 1st deadline.
Some giving Michiana residents got all gussied up
for a great cause tonight.The Red Cross of St.
Joseph County held its first-ever 'Red, White and
You" fundraiser tonight at the Gillespie Center.
People dined and danced, and most importantly,
donated to the Red Cross.The money they raise
tonight will go to help local military families.
With the economy getting worse and worse...
many are left wondering what this means for their
futures.Fox 28's Colleen Bormann has more on
how financial experts say we should prepare for
the hit... and how many.. already are. With all this
talk about the struggling economy.. one major
concern is how this will affect us down the road.
Experts say there are many things you can do..
right now.. no matter your age.. to ensure you're
financially set for life.
Some local teens are going without food to ensure
other people have enough to eat.Members of a
youth group from Elkhart's Solid Rock Church of
God will fast for more than a day.They say they
want to experience what needy children around
the world feel every day.Their youth pastor says
this challenge will change the teens' lives.
Two deserving Elkhart families get the keys to
their dream houses. Habitat for Humanity of
Elkhart County finished two homes today after just
three days of work. More than 150 volunteers
helped to build the houses, and when they were
finished, there wasn't a dry eye *in* the house.
Going Green is a theme many local schools and
businesses are working towards.So how about
being more environmentally savy in your own
home while saving money?FOX 28's Nadia Crow
met up with a homeowner that plans on doing just
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that. It's about 40 feet tall with a 12 foot radius.
This wind turbine is anew option for homeowners
to be environmentally savy and easy on the wallet.
There are a few restrictions for installing a wind
turbine in your lawn.But installer David Smith says
you don't need much space and the wind turbine
is seemingly noiseless.
New businesses, new schools, and new
subdivisions are selling points to families and
couples who want to settle down.One Michiana
city is looking to do just that.As FOX 28's Nadia
Crow tells us...it's all in an effort to bring people
back to Middlebury.
Downtown business owners say it's about time...
South Bend is just weeks away from a major
revitalization project.Hundreds of thousands of
dollars are being invested into Michigan
Street..and the businesses along it. This entire
street will be getting a makeover..The sidewalks
are falling apart.. several street lights don't
work..and there's no sign of green life.The city met
a year ago to patch up some of these problems..
and you're going to start to see signs of their longterm solution.
RV companies are major employers In Elkhart
County but several are starting to fire or lay-off
people.The Newmar Corporation in Nappanee
sent a letter to employees saying that they will be
terminating positions, but say they are unsure at
this time how many jobs they will be cutting.
They say affected employees will be notified by
July 9th.Also, Goshen-based Dutchmen RV's has
laid off over 75 employees from their plants across
Indiana and are not sure when or if those
employees will be called back to work.Both
companies say the poor economy has led to a
decline in RV sales... something that one RV
owner noticed on a recent trip.
A South Bend gas station employee is recovering
from injuries she received after trying to stop a
person from stealing gas. It happened at the B-P
station at McKinley and Logan street Sunday
afternoon.It's not that uncommon for people to
drive away without paying for their gas... but
hitting a person to get away with it... that's
unheard of...
Six police officers from the St. Joseph County DUI
Taskforce were honored today for their
commitment to taking drunk drivers off the road.
The officers come from several area police
departments and work overtime hours in an effort
to reduce the number of alcohol related crashes
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on local highways. In the past two years the
county has had only four alcohol related fatal
crashes and with the 4th of July approaching, they
are working extra hard to keep it that way.
Network Programming
In addition to our locally produced programming specifically designed to respond to the
problems and needs of our viewing area, network programs often cover issues relating to
our local problems and needs.
The following are selected episodes of regular programs and specials, which, in our
judgment, contribute to serving the problems and needs of our community. Highlights of
topics and issues televised this quarter are detailed.
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Fox News Sunday
Fox Network
Sunday 9:00am-10:00am 60 mins
Fox News Sunday is a public affairs magazine on Fox, airing on Sunday mornings. The
show is hosted by Chris Wallace. Chris does interviews with various politicians,
celebrities and other influential people on a variety of topics that include politics, war on
terror and other public interest stories. Detail includes date of telecast, need addressed
and topic(s) discussed.
April 6, 2008
What looks like a democratic year how do republicans hold on to the white house?
Choosing the president continues, they interview Senator John McCain. The generall in
Iraq briefs congress this week, what kind of reception will they get from democrats? We
find out from leading voices on foreign policy from Senator John Kerry. With two weeks
until the PA primary does Clinton or Obama have the upper hand, we find out.
April 13, 2008
The fight in PA, we’ll discuss the nomination with two key advisers, PA mayor Michael
Nutter and Tom Dachell. China and the Olympics….. Should the US Boycott? They take
a look at the president’s national security advisor Stephen Hadley and Olympic gold
medalist Joey Cheek. The president candidates appear on American Idol, who did the
best in front of millions of viewers, we’ll ask Brit Hue, Mara Liasson.
April 20, 2008
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With only two days until the PA Primary what are the keys to victory? We talk to top
advisors of both campaigns, Dick Durbin and Charles Schumer and then an in depth
analysis of PA and a look ahead to the general election with Karl Rowe. Pope Bendidict
is at ground zero, they discuss the father’s US trip.
April 27, 2008
Barack Obama; his campaign is changing the race for candidacy, will he move from
contender to front runner? He sits down with Chris Wallace for an exclusive interview.
With Hillary winning in PA what’s her chances of winning the nomination?
May 4, 2008
Obama or Clinton, still is the question. How does the divided party come together for the
fall campaign, we talk to Howard Dean and two former party chairs, Terry Mcauliffe and
Joe Andrew. Main stream media suddenly wonders why Democrats like FOX news, they
discuss.
May 11, 2008
The democratics have a nominee with a handful of primary’s remaining, how will Obama
close the deal? They ask Chief strategist David Alexrod. Hillary Clinton vows’ to fight
on, what’s her plan to win the nomination? They talk to Howard Wilson and after
differences are settles, will Obama and Clinton run together, they ask the Sunday
regulars.
May 18, 2008
Democratic race is not over but Obama and McCain are gearing up for November. What
would that campaign sound like? John Kyle and Chris Dodd debate the issues. For
republicans three strikes their out on special elections can the GOP be repaired to avoid a
disaster this fall, they ask Karl Rowe.
May 25, 2008
What does Hillary want? It’s the question of the hour and democrats want to know, we’ll
examine her options with the chairman of her campaign, Terry MAuliffe. The house
repulicans look for a plan to get the party back on track, what is the strategy for both
sides heading for November. They ask the chairman of the congressional campaign
parties, they talk to Chris Van Hollen-democrate and republican Tom Cole. The guessing
game begins in both parties, which candidate has the inside track to win the sweepstakes?
June 1, 2008
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The race for the democratic nomination enters the end game, the DNC meets to decide
what to do with Florida and Michigan unseated delegates. Barack Obama leaves church
after some remarks made, they discuss both with Howard Wilson and David Bonior. A
new book by McCoughlin has the white house fighting back, is it true or false.
June 8, 2008
Its McCain vs Obama and the campaign is on. What are the keys to a republican win? Or
do the Democrats hold the upper hand? We sit down with the governors of two swing
states who are both contenders, Tim Kaine of Virginia and Republican Tim Pawleny.
Hillary Clinton finally ends her campaign where does she go from here?
June 15, 2008
Four dollars a gallon of gas, what can congress and big oil do about the record climb in
energy prices. We ask two key senators, republican Kay Hutchison and democrat Bryon
Dorgan and the head of the petroleum institute Red Cavaney. McCain and Obama began
their run to November. They get an early readout on the general election campaign from
republican strategist Karl Rove. The supreme court delivers a land mark ruling on the
rights of fallen detainees, how will this affect the war on terror, Chris asks the Sunday
regulars.
June 22, 2008
The war on terror, pray, taxes and energy prices, they tackle the top campaign issues as
they continue their vice president auditions. Today they sit down with Tom Daschle, co
chair of the Obama campaign and former PA governor Tom Ridge. Obama says no to
public campaign finances, will he be hurt by his flip flop? How will McCain compete
against Obama’s campaign machine? We talk to the Sunday regulars.
June 29, 2008
From energy prices to the right to bare arms to stopping North Korea’s nuclear program.
They tackle the big issues as we review our vice president auditions. Today two men on
oil and the shortlist, Gov. Ed Rendell of PA and former congressman Rob Portman of OH
and a 3rd party run in November, can he win? Can he block McCain? They ask the
libertarian nominee Bob Barr. Obama and Clinton make a show of unity but just how
much will she help him? Chris asks the Sunday regulars.
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Syndicated Programming
In addition to our locally and network produced programming specifically designed to
respond to the problems and needs of our viewing area, syndicated programs often cover
issues relating to our local problems and needs.
The following are selected episodes of regular programs and specials, which, in our
judgment, contribute to serving the problems and needs of our community. Highlights of
topics, need addressed and issues televised this quarter are detailed.
Montel Williams Show
Monday – Friday, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm 60 mins
Tuesday, April 1 ,2008
“American Gangster: The Shocking Truth”
Today show took us behind the scenes of one of the hottest movies today, American
Gangster. We find out more about the real Frank Lucas as Montel sits down with his
daughter and son who shared their memories of growing up with a father who was so
involved in organized crime. Commentators Rob nelson and Rachel Alexander also
weighed in on both topics with Montel.
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
“Living Well: Dangerous Crimes and scams exposed”
Thousands of people find themselves or someone they know as victims of crime. As part
of Montel’s living well series he gives viewers the tolls they need to live safely. Montel
guests include safety experts to share tips on keeping your family safe.
Thursday, April 3, 2008
“Exposed: Shocking Motives for Murder”
Today Montel took a look inside some of the most scandalous, tragic and talked about
news stories. They examined the Susan Polk Murder with Catherine Crier, legal analyst
and author.. Montel also talked to Susan herself from prison as well as her two children.
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Friday, April 4, 2008
“Painful Pasts, New Beginnings”
Today Montel revisited with guests that were are facing the effects of a crime , abuse and
abandonment. Guests include a couple who’s daughter came up missing and who is still
missing years later. Another guest was dealing with a eating disorder and another that
went looking for a missing child when his community didn’t seem to care.
Monday, April 7, 2008
“Alert: Identity Theft Nightmares”
Identity theft is the fastest growing crime in America. Today Montel talked with Sallie, a
victim of identity theft. Other guests include a computer hacker who is working to keep
computer and security systems safer. Todd Davis also spoke about how to stay safe and
how to not become another victim.
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
“When Catastrophe Strikes”
Today’s guests have turned tragedy into triumph. One guest lost the use of her legs,
Montel surprises her with a Dr. that helps save her life. Another guest lost their son to a
tragic accident and donated his organs to those in need. Montel brings on the person that
received those organs so they could so their gratitude.
“Living Well: Maximize Your Assets”
Today Montel to going to separate fact from fiction on the road to living well and teach
you how to maximize your assets: to make what you were born with work better for you.
He revels how to make personal relationships work and the truth about some of the
biggest medical myths and ask the questions that people are too ashamed to ask.
“Betrayed By My Body”
On today’s show we meet people who have body disorders who say that while their
condition is a very noticeable part of them, it does not define who they are. Our guests
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tell their story and Montel brings in experts to show them how to live a normal life
despite having the disease.
“The Fight Against MS”
The guests on today’s show say they have multiple sclerosis but multiple sclerosis
doesn’t have them. Montel talks with Clay Walker, a multi-platinum recording artist
about his career, his struggle with MS and with the charity work he does to fight against
the disease. Montel also talks with Ann; a female diagnosed with MS and told she’s be
confined to a wheel chair, but that is not getting her down.
Monday, April 14 ,2008
“Unforgettable Guests: Where are they Now?”
Throughout the year Montel had guests who have overcome incredible situations. Today
Montel was taking a look back at their stories and finding out what has happened to their
lives since appearing on the show. Amanda and Reece were on the show to speak about
the dangers of adoption scams. Montel finds out if they found justice.
“Manufacturing a Baby”
On today’s show Montel talks with guests that are willing to do about anything to have a
baby. One guest has been trying for 6 years and another became a mother for the first
time at age 58 and had twins. Another guests has 4 boys but wants a girl, so she tells the
story on how doctor’s can make that happen.
“Living Well: Miraculous Kids”
The children on today’s show suffer from very rare disorders but have overcome the
odds. Montel talks to them about their conditions, which are emerging as healthcare
problems across the world.
“Lives on the Line”
Guests share stories that hope will serve as a wake up call to teens about the tragic
consequences of reckless driving. Bret, a guest, talks about the ultimate price he paid for
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driving recklessly with his friends. We also met kids who have come to the rescue and
saved lives. You won’t believe how one student is helping law enforcement catch online
predators.
“Beauty: The Cost of Perfection”
Today Montel speaks with people whose business is fitness and what happens when
trying to obtain the perfect body goes to far. Families have been torn apart by this and
today Montel tries to bring them back together. We hear from a dr that says teens are
getting mixed messages from professional sports players and need to learn more about
the dangers of steroid abuse.
“Controversy Up Close: America Speaks Out”
America’s love for expressing their opinions is what makes it a great country. The
freedom of speech will ring loud and clear on today’s show as America speaks out!
Geraldo Rivera is today’s guest.
“Behind Bars: Inmates Unleashed”
Today’s show took a look inside the closed world of high security prisons where violence
is commonplace and a secret code amongst inmates is held in high regard. Guests include
a correctional officer at a maximum security prison in Arizona. She shared her
experiences. Montel also had a criminologist and a director of a crime victims office who
is trying to make rehabilitation a higher priority for offenders and make over crowding in
our prisons a thing of the past.
“Living Well: Moving Mountains”
With the 2008 presidental election looming, it seems everyone already has an opinion of
the candidates. There seems to be a resurgence of interest in politics capturing
independents and your people. Today he will be discussing the major candidates from big
moments to the war between them.
“Saving Karli: Her Story Continues”
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Everyday parents struggle with children whose behavior is tearing their family apart.
Today Montel revisits Kelly and Karli, a mom and daughter who were struggling because
of Karli’s erratic behavior. Social worker, Camille Heiner, has been working with Karli
since we met her in 2007. Montel finds out if there has been improvement in her
behavior.
“Help! Clean Up My House”
Clutter and dirt can quickly pile up around the home. “Clean House” is a show on the
Style Network with a unique spin on home makeovers. Niecy Nash and her team confront
the causes of clutter and help homeowners whip their house into shape. Kelly Reynolds
will give the audience tips to live a cleaner germ free life at home.
“Living Well: Better Your Body”
Are you too embarrassed to ask your doctor what you really want to know? Today’s
show will answer those questions you have been to afraid to ask. Montels dream team of
experts is giving advice to better your body. They will talk about the dangers of
childhood obesity.
“Living Well: Looking Good at any Age!”
It doesn’t matter your age.. on today’s show we learn how to look good at any age.
Guests include a dermatologist and skin care professional who will share some of the
cutting edge procedure for skin care today. Another guest, Sue Devitt will share the tips
to take years off your face.
“Living Well: Beating the odds”
On today’s show montel is speaking to guests who are shining examples of perseverance,
struggling with hardships and learning how to move on. Our guests today include a crash
victum that out lived 27 other people, another guest that is battling a eating disorder.
Thursday, May 1, 2008
“Living Well: In the kitchen with Montel”
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To live well, you need to eat well. Today Montel will share his secret receipes for living
well and prepare his favorite foods. Guests include Azima, a childrens chef who shows
moms how to prepare frozen dinners for her family, how to cook healthy and have fun
with her kids. Another guest has a daughter that was diagnosed with severe food
sensitivites, Dr Bock helps her to incorporate many more foods into her daily life.
Friday, May 2, 2008
“Rewards for Living Well”
Theres no quick fix for living well, so today Montel honors those who put the effort into
bettering their lives. It’s a big celebration filled will prize moments and giveaways. Dr.
Gadget is back with tons of times that will help you get on track to living well.
Monday, May 5, 2008
“Celebrating 17 years: our most unforgettable kids”
Over the past 17 years we met some amazing kids. Today Montel is looking back at some
of the most unforgettable children that have been the show. Trang originally appeared on
the showwhen she took custody of her 5 siblings after her parents were murdered.
Another guest was 11 and living with aids. Montel finds out how she is doing.
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
“17 years: Female Felons Speak out”
Over the past 17 years Montel has had the opportunity to go behind prison walls and
speak to some of the most intriguing women felons; gaining unique insight into their
crimes. Today Montel looks back at some of the most famous female felons who have
been featured on the show.
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
“Celebrating 17 years: on location with Montel”
Today Montel takes a look back at some of the memorable moments on the Montel
Show. Montel has covered major events across America and around the world. Over the
past 17 years we’ve taken the show on the raod and gone on location in various cities
like Chicago and Las Vegas. Wherever there was a story Montel was there, so he takes a
look back at these memorable on location highlights with us.
“17 years: Tragedies that gripped the nation”
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Montel takes a look back on the tragedies that have gripped the nation. Today we look
back on the events of 09/11 and the Tsunami that ravaged Asia and the impact it had on
American families here and abroad.
Friday, May 9, 2008
“17 years: Shocking true crime exposed”
Montel is taking a look back at some of the most shocking true crimes featured on the
show. Over the past 17 years Montel has covered incredible stores of true crime from all
angles. The key players on both sides of the case revealed the truth behind the headlines.
Monday May 12, 2008
“Celebrating 17 Years: Montel’s all Time Favorites”
Today Montel is looking back at some of his most memorable guests from the past 17
years! Guests include Zona and Jose; their son died tragically during a football game,
they decided to donate his organs so that other could live. They were reunited on the
show with some of the recipients of their sons organs. All of the guests today touched
lives in one way or another; we find out how these guests are doing today.
“Celebrating 17 years: Most outrageous guests ever”
Today Montel looks back to some of his most outrageous guests. Over the past 17 years
he has had guests who shocked us with their statements and controversial points of view.
There have been skin heads who hated other races and even people who hated their own
race. He has had pedophiles, sex offenders and addicts on the show; we take a look back
with Montel and see the guests who left the biggest impression.
“Celebrating 17 Years: Sylvia’s Farewell”
Today’s show is a very special look back at one of Montel’s favorite guests, Sylvia
Browne. Throughout the show Montel looks back at at some of the favorite Sylvia
moments. Sylvia offers guests predictions as she says goodbye to her fans and to Montel.
“Celebrating 17 years: our most memorable guests”
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The finale week continued with a look back at some of our most memorable guests from
the past 17 years. One guest was in her house when her mother’s boyfriend set the home
on fire. She suffered burns on over 70% of her body. She first appreared on the show at
age 16 and she is back to share her story on survivial. Another guest was addicted to
drugs, we find out how the recovery is going.
Friday, May 16, 2008
“Celebrating 17 years: Montel’s Grand Finale”
After 3200 shows and over 32,000 guests the montel Williams show is celebrating its
grande finale. Its an hour of star studded tributes, fun and a few tears. We also meet one
of the most inspirational guests that have ever been on the show. We also meet the entire
Montel show staff and he will be presented with a very special gift.
Monday, May 19, 2008
“I’m too ugly to live”
The media bombards us with images of beautiful and “perfect” people every day.
Emphasis is placed on appearance and it can affect our self esteem drastically. Today we
meet guests with Body Dismorphic Disorder, a condition that elicits a distorted self
image. Montel brings experts on the show that can help all of these people gain some self
esteem and let them know why its so important.
“Survivors you will never forget”
Today’s guests had their lives turned upside down in a matter of moments. A guest, Erin,
was set on fire by an ex boyfriend while she was in his car and her two children were in
the back seat. Erin survived but her children did not. Another guest was also set on fire
by her husband, since the show she has gone on to speak about the dangers of domestic
violence. We get incredible updates on the show.
“A look back: The best of Sylvia Browne”
Today Montel is looking back at our most memorable moments of Sylvia Browne. We
are celebrating the best of Sylvia, looking back at predictions that came true and the most
common questions people have about hauntings, spirits and the other side.
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“True Crime: Web of Deception”
On today’s show we’re taking a look at some of the most intricate murder cases featured
on truTV’s Forensic Files. We found out how real life CSI investigators put these
murders away.
“Twice the fun: Twin Makeovers”
Is it possible to ever really find our own sense of self when there’s somebody else in the
world that looks exactly like you? On today’s show we’ll meet twins who are tired of
looking like a carbon copy of each other as they get incredible makeovers.
Monday, May 26, 2008
“Inside the mind of a serial killer”
According to the FBI study, 85% of the world’s serial killers are in America. And at any
given time 20-50 unidentified active serial killers are at work continually changing their
targets and methods. In an exclusive interview Judith will tell us what life was like when
she thought she met the man of her dreams.
“Violent Tweens”
Today Montel introduces us to three families who say their violent tween in their life is
headed for jail or worse and is destroying the family. The parents claim to have tried
everything and hope that Montel can intervene, before it’s too late.
“Living Well: Parenting 101”
Today’s show gives the viewers a crash course in parenting 101. We meet three guests
that are pregnant and nervous about being new moms. So we have parenting experts
offer tips on raising a family.
“Betrayed by my father”
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One in six women will be sexually abused in their lifetime. In a national exclusive
Montel introduces us to Carleen whose sister, Brigitte, is making headlines for taking her
own fathers life after being abused by him for years. Montel will have guests including
Brigitte’s defense attorney and child psychiatrist, Dr. Rosalie Greenberg to discuss their
feelings about the sexual abuse.
“Most Memorable Guests: Unbelievable Updates”
Today’s show will feature some unbelievable updates on our former guests. One guest
was suffering from autism and nothing was working, on a previous show Montel hooked
him up with a doctor to consult with him and his family, we find out how he is doing
today. We meet other guests that were previously on the show and we find out how they
are doing.
Monday, June 2, 2008
“Living Well with MS”
Today’s show deals with a topic of great personal significance to Montel himself. We
meet several guests that deal with MS on a daily basis and how this affects their lives.
Other guests include doctors that will help the guests with MS deal with the disease and
how to live a healthy life.
Tuesday, June 3, 2008
“A family in crisis: Battling addiction”
Five woman spanning three generations, will be here to share the story of their splintered
family. Since they were children, Shannon and Tiffany have seen their mother and their
older sister addicted too many types of drugs. Shannon eventually became addicted
herself. She lost years of her life high on methadone and eventually kicked the habit years
ago now she is begging Montel to help get her mother and sister clean.
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
“Living Well: Docs to the Rescue”
What are you afraid to ask your doctor? Today Montel brings doctor’s on the show that
will answer guest and viewer questions that they are too embarrassed to ask their regular
doctor. The doctors also talk about how to build a better relationship with their own
doctor.
Thursday, June 5, 2008
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“Crime 360: Real Life investigations”
On today’s show Montel is featuring A&E’s new program “Crime 360” which pairs real
life investigations with outing edge forensic science. Author and forensic scientist,
Katherine Ramsland will speak to Montel about the CSI Effect and what detectives look
for at the scene of a crime.
Friday, June 6, 2008
“The Modern Girls Guide to Success”
Today Montel is talking with women who have overcome the obstacles to break the glass
ceiling, guests include Kendra Todd, winner of Donald Trumps the Apprentice. If you are
a college student, mother or want to get your own business started this show was the one
to watch.
“Project Robin: how to be a supermom”
On today’s show we address the concerns many women share upon entering motherhood.
Guests include mothers who reached crossroads between their careers and being mothers.
We hear their stories and see what montel can do to help them balance career and
parenting.
“Behind the Music: Elliott Yamin and Slash”
Today Montel is introducing us to the real story behind these two musical performers.
Elliot first discovered on “American Idol” has overcome diabetes and a hearing
disability. He will talk about his tough childhood and his struggle with diabetes and
hearing loss. Guitarist Slash, of Guns ‘n Roses shares his story of battling back drug
addiction to start a successful band.
“Living Well: Teens Fight Fat Finale”
Eight months ago four teen girls appeared on the show to get montels help to lose weight
and live a happier lifestyle, today’s show brings those four teens back to see how lost the
most and won the contest. We also hear about the struggle and montel had big surprises
for the girls.
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“Living a Nightmare: Autism and Tourette’s”
According to the CDC the incidence of autism in the United States was considered to be
about 1 in 2,000 for many years. Now it is believed that the actual ratio is about 1 in 150.
Dr. Bock a leading doctor in Autism research is going to surprise one of Montel’s guests
with an offer that could change her son’s life. Tourette’s syndrome another disease
affecting 300,000 Americans today will also be discussed on the show. We will meet Brie
who suffers from the most extreme case of Tourette’s. Dr. Bradley Peterson a child
psychiatrist will be there discussing the new experimental treatments and explain what
the Tourette’s syndrome actually is.
“Real Life Hauntings”
On today’s show we meet some real life ghost hunters who seek the truth behind some
terrifying and real life mysteries. All of our guests share their story on their hauntings.
We also get an in dept look at how these paranormal researchers investigate, track and
sometimes prove that these supernatural phenomena really do exist.
“Painful Pasts: New Beginnings”
Today Montel revisited with guests that were are facing the effects of a crime , abuse and
abandonment. Guests include a couple who’s daughter came up missing and who is still
missing years later. Another guest was dealing with a eating disorder and another that
went looking for a missing child when his community didn’t seem to care.
“Help! Clean Up My House”
Clutter and dirt can quickly pile up around the home. “Clean House” is a show on the
Style Network with a unique spin on home makeovers. Niecy Nash and her team confront
the causes of clutter and help homeowners whip their house into shape. Kelly Reynolds
will give the audience tips to live a cleaner germ free life at home.
“How well do you know Montel?”
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In Montel’s 17 years on the air, he has established himself as a talk show host who brings
integrity and hope to millions of viewers. One of Montel’s key beliefs is “success is
determined by what you give back to others.” Today we are taking a look at the man
behind the cameras. Susan Henry and Kim Forman-Brechka will share their experiences
working with Montel over the years and give an in depth look into who Montel really is.
“Mystery Diagnosis: A fight for my life”
Millions of Americans fall prey to real-life medical mysteries. Discovery health channel’s
“Mystery Diagnosis” chronicles the way people deal with the turmoil of these baffling
medical conditions. Montel’s guests include people from the show and we discover and
learn about their stories.
“Caught on Tape: Shocking Crimes Exposed”
Today we see shocking crimes that were caught on tape. 13 year old Katelind was new to
her schools and trying to make friends when she was ambushed by another teen in the
locker room. Another guest whose elderly father was being abused at the hands of the
home care aid she hired.
“Montel’s Vegas Adventure part 1”
Montel is kicking off his new season in Vegas where anything can happen. There are
many surprises and surprise guests appearing on this 3 day adventure in Sin City.
“Montel’s Vegas Adventure part 2”
The surprises keep coming as Montel continues his adventure. Guest Toni Braxton will
appear on the show to serenade Montel. Montel surprises a couple from Texas with a
wedding.
“Sylvia Browne: Live from Vegas”
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Sylvia goes Montel live at the Rush Lounge of the Golden Nugget Hotel where guests are
plagued with paranormal activity. There hoping to get answers from Sylvia Browne.
“Unforgettable Guests: Where are they Now?”
Throughout the year Montel had guests who have overcome incredible situations. Today
Montel was taking a look back at their stories and finding out what has happened to their
lives since appearing on the show. Amanda and Reece were on the show to speak about
the dangers of adoption scams. Montel finds out if they found justice.
“Families in Crisis: Where are they now?”
These moms were wild, crazy, and just out of control. Today we are going to take a look
back at some of our moms gone wild and see how their lives have changed since
appearing on the show.
“How Well do you know Montel?”
In Montel’s 17 years on the air, he has established himself as a talk show host who brings
integrity and hope to millions of viewers. One of Montel’s key beliefs is “success is
determined by what you give back to others.” Today we are taking a look at the man
behind the cameras. Susan Henry and Kim Forman-Brechka will share their experiences
working with Montel over the years and give an in depth look into who Montel really is.
Special Services Provided Community
□ Closed Captioning
During the quarter, WSJV-TV, Inc Closed Captioned three regularly scheduled newscasts
per day Monday-Friday at 6:00-9:00am, 5:00pm-5:30pm, and 10:00-11:00pm, along with
FOX News Sunday at 9:00am every Sunday and Montel Williams Monday-Friday
3:00pm-4:00pm. This allows hearing impaired viewers, with the proper decoding devices
the opportunity to read, in printed text form, on the bottom of their television screen the
information presented on the audio portion of the broadcasts listed above.
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