WNDU-TV (South Bend, IN)

WNDU-TV is a television station that operates on virtual channel 16 and UHF digital channel 27, affiliated with NBC, and is based in South Bend, Indiana, USA. The station is owned by Gray Television, which is headquartered in Atlanta. WNDU-TV is part of a duopoly with WSJV, an affiliate of Heroes & Icons, which is licensed in Elkhart and broadcasts on channel 28. The studios for both stations are situated on the former campus of WNDU-TV's previous owner, the University of Notre Dame, along State Road 933 in the northern part of South Bend. The transmitter for WNDU-TV is positioned in the southeastern area near the St. Joseph County Fairgrounds in the southern part of the city.

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37th annual Elkhart Jazz Festival kicks off

1 week ago | wndu.com | Natacha Casal

ELKHART, Ind. (WNDU) - Elkhart is known as the band instrument capital of the world. The city is also known for its strong connection to jazz music, at least in part because of the annual Elkhart Jazz Festival. The event that launched in 1988 attracts prominent jazz musicians and their fans each year. The 37th annual Elkhart Jazz Festival kicked off Friday night. WNDU 16 News Now attended the festival.
Elkhart celebrates Juneteenth

1 week ago | wndu.com | Natacha Casal

ELKHART, Ind. (WNDU) - The Elkhart Chapter of Indiana Black Expo put on a jazzy spin on this year’s Juneteenth celebration. The event at Elkhart’s downtown library marked a return to a tradition for the local chapter, which had paused celebrations in recent years due to scheduling conflicts with the annual Elkhart Jazz Festival. But now with Juneteenth officially recognized as a federal holiday, it gave the opportunity to celebrate both events together.
White House gives two week deadline before any involvement in Israel/Iran war

1 week ago | wndu.com | Molly Martinez

WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - “Based on the fact that there’s a substantial chance of negotiations that may or may not take place with Iran in the near future. I will make my decision whether or not to go within the next two weeks,” said President Trump in a statement read by Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. Copyright 2025 Gray DC. All rights reserved.
Notre Dame football players throw out first pitch at South Bend Cubs game

1 week ago | wndu.com | Jackson Neill

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - The South Bend Cubs returned home on Tuesday night to start a six-game series against the Lake County Captains. But while they’re in the middle of their regular season, they got a couple athletes in their offseason to get this one started. Notre Dame football players Jaden Greathouse and Eli Raridon each threw out a first pitch before the matchup. Both players showed off some of their athleticism by throwing their pitches right down the middle.
‘Go Electric Vehicle Indiana’ plans to expand EV charging stations

1 week ago | wndu.com | Mark Peterson

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - The plans of the federal government to expand EV charging stations have been put on pause. The plans of ‘Go Electric Vehicle Indiana’ to do the same, have not. It looks like a normal Mustang on the outside, but under the hood you’ll find a ‘frunk’ which is a front trunk in EVSE. “So, we have a Ford Mustang Mach E. And on a beautiful summer day like today we get about 340 miles per charge,” said Ryan Lisek of Drive Clean Indiana.
The Cars We Drive: 2025 Nissan Kicks

1 week ago | wndu.com | George Mallet

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - Nissan Kicks was introduced for the 2018 model year, arriving in the US in June 2018. It was designed as a replacement for both the Juke and the Versa hatchback. “For a while, car companies seemed intent on having a ‘Youth’ model,” said automotive journalist George Polgar. “The Juke, Nissan’s earlier model targeting young tastes and sensibilities, debuted looking weird, with a lot of intentional, oddball body sculpting.
First Alert Weather Day Wednesday: Scattered severe storms

1 week ago | wndu.com | Andrew Whitmyer

Several First Alert Weather Days have been issued. We are watching Wednesday for scattered storms, which may bring isolated damaging wind gusts. Michiana’s First heat wave of 2025 begins for the upcoming weekend, along with very high levels of humidity for this time of year. FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY WEDNESDAY: Slight chance of a morning shower or thunderstorm, but most of Michiana likely stays dry until a cold front moves in Wednesday afternoon and evening.
Niles Charter Township approves 21 marijuana dispensary applications

1 week ago | wndu.com | Natacha Casal

NILES, Mich. (WNDU) - The Niles Charter Township has approved nearly two dozen marijuana dispensary applications. It was a packed room as dozens of Niles Township residents attended Monday night’s regular meeting. Many voiced concerns, saying the move to allow an unlimited number of dispensaries could have a negative impact on the community. Before taking a vote on whether to approve 21 marijuana establishment applications, treasurer Jim Ringler recused himself.
Trials pending for 2 suspects in 2024 South Bend shootout; 2 others reach plea agreements

1 week ago | wndu.com | Mark Peterson

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - The City of South Bend is no stranger to gunfire in the streets, and some of those charged with taking part in an incident last July are still dealing with the fallout in court. In December of last year, police filed charges against four individuals allegedly involved in a shootout last July. A crowd had gathered in the 1300 block of Bissell Street when more than 200 shots were fired from multiple guns.
Multiple First Alert Weather Days have been issued

1 week ago | wndu.com | Andrew Whitmyer

Several First Alert Weather Days have been issued. We are watching Wednesday for scattered storms, which may bring isolated damaging wind gusts. Michiana’s First heat wave of 2025 begins for the upcoming weekend, along with very high levels of humidity for this time of year. FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY WEDNESDAY: Slight chance of a morning shower or thunderstorm, but most of Michiana likely stays dry until a cold front moves in Wednesday afternoon and evening.