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Bend Man Sentenced 125 Months for Armed RobberyWorld — 2dA Bend, Oregon, man was sentenced to 125 months in federal prison and five years of supervised release for robbing a cannabis dispensary at gunpoint in 2024. Russell Ian Boggess attempted to fire his handgun twice before it jammed, struck an employee who tried to call 911, and was arrested at the scene.

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American Adds Three Daily South Bend–O’Hare FlightsTravel — 4dAmerican Airlines has replaced its Landline bus connection between South Bend and Chicago O’Hare with three daily flights on 65-seat CRJ-700 regional jets. The service restores air travel on the 84-mile route, adds competition with United and gives South Bend travelers another connection to American’s broader network.

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Longtime US Ally South Korea Bends Knee To The Green Altar — 2dLongtime U.S. ally South Korea is putting green energy on a $747 billion pedestal.

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South Bend drafts neighborhood-first data center standards — 3dSouth Bend has proposed a “Neighborhoods-First” framework for large data centers, requiring companies to cover their costs, operate transparently, use local labor and meet environmental and neighborhood standards. The city says all data center revenue would support neighborhood priorities, and officials are seeking public feedback; no project is currently planned.

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Judge Halts Big Bend Border-Wall ConstructionPolitics — 3dA federal judge has temporarily halted border-wall construction across Texas’ Big Bend region, including its national and state parks, finding that opponents are likely to prevail on at least one claim and could suffer irreparable harm. The ruling gives landowners, residents and environmental groups opposing the $7.5 billion project time to challenge the administration’s legal waivers, while the administration argues the barrier is needed to secure the border.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Critchlow Announces First South Bend 2027 Mayoral BidPolitics — 4dPortage Township Trustee Jason Critchlow has announced a Democratic campaign for South Bend mayor in 2027, becoming the first candidate to enter the race. It will be his second bid after finishing second in the 2019 primary; Critchlow says he wants to build on the city’s progress and focus on practical services, neighborhood safety and accountability.

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Candidates discuss local issues at forumsPolitics — 2dSt. Joseph County sheriff candidates Rod Laureys and Scott Ruszkowski discussed gun violence, mental health response, jail ministry and immigration at a community forum in South Bend. Both emphasized community cooperation and engagement as voters weigh who should lead the county’s law enforcement agency.

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Historic Mansions Reveal Stories Across US, UKLifestyle — 3dHistoric mansions are drawing attention for the stories concealed in their walls, from a South Bend museum’s “Stars, Stripes and Secrets” hunt for a missing Bill of Rights to the fire-scarred ruins of Thomas Jefferson’s Virginia design. Other sites invite visitors to explore unresolved mysteries and wartime secrets tied to their pasts.

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CBP weighs scaling back Big Bend border construction — Sep 30, 2026The Trump administration has ended its pause on border-project activity at Big Bend National Park but says it is considering changes to reduce the project’s scope and limit environmental impacts. Customs and Border Protection expects to decide on plans in early October, with any ground-disturbing work likely weeks later, as the proposal continues to face legal challenges and bipartisan opposition.

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Priya Raman Reducing the Big Bend project scope seems like a reasonable compromise to protect the park while keeping some security measures in place.

Garden Sales, Festivals Planned Across Multiple RegionsLifestyle — 4dFall gardening events include plant sales in Fort Bend County, Texas, and Sarasota, Florida, offering locally suited vegetables, herbs, native plants and other varieties. In South Korea, Sani Garden’s October festival will feature sweet-potato activities, sustainability programs, art and family events.

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How to stretch your hamstringsLifestyle — Sep 26, 2026For desk workers stiff from sitting who want freer strides and easier bends.

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Dana Whitfield The tip about not forcing the bend makes sense, mine loosened up faster when I stayed relaxed instead of pushing hard.

Madonna vs Lady GagaYourlist — VS BattleThe Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.

Big Bend Landowners Sue Over Trump Border Wall Plans — Sep 14, 2026On Sept. 14, 2026, Big Bend landowners and Conserve Big Bend sued DHS in D.C. to stop wall plans, citing 3,096 FY2025 apprehensions and a 53-year low for the sector.

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Tom Gallagher Landowners suing makes sense when crossings are already at historic lows in that sector.

Big Bend Border Wall Construction Begins Amid Opposition — Sep 18, 2026CBP says border wall panel installation is underway on Hudspeth County’s 47.3-mile Big Bend 1 project; Clara Benson says, "We will continue fighting to the end."

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Chris Dalton It's good to see the panels finally going up on that 47-mile stretch in Hudspeth County.

Fatal School Bus Crashes Reported in Florida, TennesseeAuto — Oct 1, 2026Separate school bus crashes were reported in South Bend, Indiana, where students were evaluated but no injuries were reported, and Suffield, Connecticut, where 11 people suffered minor injuries after a bus struck a building; the cause is under investigation. Another report described an Indianapolis-area bus carrying 24 students crashing into a police vehicle, but provided no further details.

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Bending Spoons agrees to acquire Miro for $1.355 billion — Sep 10, 2026Bending Spoons S.p.A. has agreed to acquire Miro in an all-cash deal valuing Miro at an enterprise value of $1.355 billion, which, with Miro’s net cash, implies about $1.79 billion in equity, with some shareholders reinvesting $295 million into BSP equity; closing is targeted for the fourth quarter of 2026 subject to regulatory approvals. The transaction, unanimously approved by both boards, will see Miro continue to operate independently until closing as BSP expands its portfolio through continued acquisitions and integration of such platforms.

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Priya Raman Bending Spoons paying that much for Miro shows real confidence in its collaborative tools staying relevant long term.

What were you actually built to do?Quizie — QuizNot the job you have — the one your wiring has been begging for. Twelve questions and the AI writes the job description.

Boil Advisories Lifted and Issued in Several CommunitiesEnvironment — Sep 11, 2026Boil-water advisories were issued in multiple communities after water-line breaks or leaks and have been lifted in several areas following repairs and satisfactory water tests, though a few locations still operate under advisories or emergency directives. The affected communities include Great Bend (KS), Modeste (LA), the Richmond County area, White Plains (KY), and Cedar Rapids (IA), with precise closures, testing, and lifting timelines noted for each locality.

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Galaxy Z Fold 8 display corners can bend inward on purpose, Samsung says [Gallery]Tech — Sep 8, 2026

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Spotify Refuses to Bend to ‘Cancel Culture’ Amid Joe Rogan ControversyOpinion — Jan 31, 2022Music streaming service Spotify is not bending to pressure from a boycott campaign over concerns that popular podcast host Joe Rogan is spreading COVID-19 misinformation. The boycotts began earlier this month after 250…

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Abbott Rules Out Border Wall at Big Bend — Aug 18, 2026Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced there will be no border wall or fence at Big Bend National Park, citing a commitment from the Department of Homeland Security to pursue other security tools for that stretch. Construction is paused while federal officials review costs and consult local landowners and opponents, amid bipartisan opposition and concerns about the park’s tourism economy.

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CBP Pauses Big Bend Construction Amid Lawsuits — Aug 17, 2026Under President Trump, the CBP paused all construction activity at Big Bend National Park amid bipartisan backlash over border infrastructure, with Commissioner Rodney Scott planning a site visit and stakeholder consultations. The move comes as critics warn the project would damage the park’s landscape and wildlife, while officials argue the roads and barriers are necessary for surveillance and border security.

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Big Bend border project paused through Sept 15 — Aug 28, 2026A federal hearing resulted in an agreement to pause border-wall construction in Big Bend National Park until at least Sept. 15, with the Department of Justice saying the plan involves a road and vehicle barriers rather than a full 30-foot border wall, and ongoing discussions about specifics. The pause, extending beyond an earlier Aug. 31 deadline, followed protests and lawsuits from local groups and tribes, as judges urged the parties to resolve concerns outside court.

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Columbia Bends The Knee To Trump — Mar 21, 2025Columbia University reached an agreement with the Trump administration Friday following a battle for its federal funding. The Trump administration in early March pulled over $400 million from the university over its…

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Trump Sends Hundreds Of Troops To Texas — Mar 31, 2025Hundreds of U.S. troops and armored vehicles have been deployed to Big Bend National Park by the Trump administration. According to Newsweek , the move is part of President Donald Trump’ s push to get illegal…

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Trump Offers Insight on Tariffs: ‘We’re Not Going to Bend’ — Mar 13, 2025President Donald Trump offered insights into the ongoing tension with Canada over his administration’s plan to implement heavy tariffs. During an interview with reporters at the Oval Office Thursday, Trump said that…

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