WSBT-TV (South Bend, IN)

WSBT is a television station located in Indiana and is affiliated with CBS. It is owned and operated by Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc., which is among the largest and most varied television broadcasting companies in the United States. Currently, Sinclair manages, programs, or offers sales services for 163 TV stations across 77 markets, pending certain transactions. Their television network reaches about 38.7% of households with televisions in the U.S. and includes affiliates for FOX, ABC, MyTV, CW, CBS, NBC, Univision, and Azteca.

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Vigil held in New Prairie for high school baseball team injured in crash

5 days ago | wsbt.com | Asher Bookspan

Vigil held in New Prairie for high school baseball team injured in crash. Right now at least one coach and athlete remain in the hospital recovering from their injuries. (WSBT Photo)
Pope Leo XIV road to the papacy made a stop in Niles

5 days ago | wsbt.com | Tyonna Baxter

When Cardinal Robert Prevost became Pope Leo XIV, he made history — not just as the first American pope, but as one who once served churches in West Michigan. (Photo provided)
Heroic van driver saves nonverbal teen after terrifying crash in Berrien Springs

5 days ago | wsbt.com | Tyonna Baxter

A van laid on its side, and inside of it was a child who couldn't call for help. However, one Berrien Springs school van driver didn’t wait for help, he became that help. Last month, Stephen Borg was driving his school van taking a 14-year-old student, Joshua Carter, home who has autism and is nonverbal. That's when a vehicle slammed into the side of his van, flipping it onto its passenger side causing it to skid into a ditch. Borg wasted no time, springing right into action. "...
Local reaction to Pope Leo XIV's appointment

6 days ago | wsbt.com | Asher Bookspan

"We're excited that he's American, but as a Church, we're more excited that we have a Pope," Deacon Nicholas Monnin said. That is reaction from South Bend native, Deacon Nicholas Monnin who was in Vatican City today as Pope Leo XIV was announced. He says he rushed out of his class in Rome and made his way to Saint Peter's Basilica, saying he had a gut feeling a new Pope was going to be elected during the first vote of the afternoon.
22 Investigates: Hope after the Hurt from domestic violence

6 days ago | wsbt.com | Julianna Furfari

Nearly 3 in 10 women and 1 in 10 men in this country have experienced rape, physical violence or stalking by a partner and report it had a major impact on their functioning. Those cases are just a fraction of the people experiencing domestic violence. By definition, domestic violence stems from power and control and while every case may look different the number of people who report experiencing domestic violence is staggering.
Notre Dame celebrates new pope with ringing of Basilica bells, Mass of Thanksgiving

6 days ago | wsbt.com | Aaron Leedy

People across the country are reacting to the news of a new pope. Pope Leo is the first pope from the U.S. He was born in Chicago and has spent many years in Peru. The crowd outside the Vatican cheered when it was announced that Robert Prevost was elected pope and that he was from the U.S. The idea of an American pope was considered taboo for decades given the power the U.S. held around the world. That ended a few hours ago.
Graduation rates at high schools in Berrien and Cass counties

1 week ago | wsbt.com | Kristin Bien

A screenshot of the Michigan State Board of Education Meeting livestream shows the March 11th, 2025 meeting at which the board reviewed the state’s most recent high school graduation data.
Travelers without REAL ID will see extra security screenings amid deadline

1 week ago | wsbt.com | Tyonna Baxter

Wednesday is the deadline for having a REAL ID if you are planning to board a commercial airline or get into some federal buildings. Homeland Security now says if you still do not have one, you will not be turned away at the airport. You can still fly using your driver's license without the REAL ID, but will face additional security screenings. A valid U.S. passport, military ID, permanent resident card or tribal issued ID are also acceptable.
Florists face tariff challenges, but strive to keep prices steady for customers

1 week ago | wsbt.com | Tyonna Baxter

Florists are seeing price increases tied to import tariffs, but many are choosing to absorb the extra cost, at least for now. A 10% tariff on imported flowers is starting to hit invoices across the country. 80% of all cut flowers sold in the U.S. come from overseas, most from South America, so the impact is real. Local florist Mary Green of Wygant Floral says she’s seeing prices tick up, but she’s trying not to let that affect the people walking into her shop.
Operation Education: 10% jump in Benton Harbor high school graduation rate

1 week ago | wsbt.com | Kristin Bien

Statewide efforts to raise the graduation rate in Michigan appear to be paying off. The 2024 graduation rate is the highest since 2008. Some of the programs are making a difference locally too. Benton Harbor Area Schools saw graduation rates jump up 10 percent from 2023 to 2024. Benton Harbor Leadership“So we're starting to see a lot of academic progress,” says Benton Harbor Area Schools Superintendent Dr. Kelvin Butts. Butts is nearing the end of his time leading the district.