Topic: South Bend

If GOP's Sen. Dick Lugar loses, are Dems prepared to pounce?

If six-term Sen. Dick Lugar loses in Tuesday's GOP primary in Indiana, Democrats see much-improved chances of picking up that US Senate seat in November. But it would not be a shoo-in. 

Will Obama's new atrocities board lead to more Libya-style operations?

President Obama Monday announced the creation of the Atrocities Prevention Board – an advisory panel dealing with potential genocides. The board is seen as a victory for the White House's 'interventionist' wing.

Did Haley Barbour overlook Mississippi constitution before mass pardon? (+video)

Outgoing Mississippi Gov. Haley Barbour says the state parole board had already approved release of 90 percent of the some 200 convicts he pardoned. But a judge blocked 21 of the pardons, citing the state's constitution.

Indiana braces for Wisconsin-style showdown over union bill - again

Indiana Democrats are refusing to allow the state’s House to come to session because of the bill. They want Republicans to agree to hold public hearings on the issue around the state.

Tea party targets Sen. Richard Lugar: Can moderate Republicans survive?

Tea party activists in Indiana will work to unseat 36-year Senate veteran Richard Lugar, a centrist, in an 'eat your own' gambit that could shape the direction of the Republican party.

New York and D.C. alert as US warns of 'credible' terrorist threat

Intensified chatter on jihadist websites led the US to move to protect against a possible terrorist attack, likely focused on New York and the nation's capital, to coincide with the 9/11 anniversary.

Consumer confidence plummets. Should you worry?

Consumer confidence falls to lows not seen since depths of Great Recession. Such drops in consumer confidence often forecast falling growth.

Should Obama go on vacation while markets are so skittish?

Some say vacationing now sends the wrong message, while others say that presidents need breathers, too – and note that his Monday speech sent the Dow further downward.

America's red-blue divide widens on illegal immigrants

The recent actions of Alabama and New York highlight how red states and blue states are heading in exactly opposite directions on laws about illegal immigrants. In this atmosphere, is federal immigration reform possible?

Tax refunds? Fewer. Taxes? Fair, poll says.

Tax refunds are expected by fewer Americans this year, according to an AP poll. A slight majority say their taxes are fair.

How to pick a college? 10 tips for seniors from their peers

It’s college application season; have you narrowed your choices wisely? And if you’re ultimately accepted to several schools, how will you know “the one”? Here are pointers from students who’ve recently survived the process.

Poverty rate: Are Americans really poorer than in 1960?

Poverty rate rose to 14.3 percent in 2009, but government figures don't capture very well the long-term rise in living standards.

The new poor and the almost-poor: Will poverty rate climb more?

Government aid kept some Americans from sliding into poverty last year, some analysts say. The 2009 poverty rate of 14.3 percent is a big one-year leap in the ranks of the poor.

Protests of Arizona immigration law promised as deadline looms

Protests and rallies are being planned in Phoenix and around the country on July 29, the day police are set to begin enforcing the controversial Arizona immigration law.

Health insurance: To get medical attention, Michigan woman shoots herself

Health insurance: Michigan woman Kathy Myers had an injured shoulder, but, lacking health insurance, she has been unable to see a specialist. So she shot herself.

NCAA championship: What you didn't know about Butler

Yes, Butler is the sentimental favorite heading into tonight's NCAA championship game against Duke. But as an Indiana school, it has a long basketball history.

From our files: The legacy of Eunice Kennedy Shriver – A short history of the Special Olympics

Where no anthems play, the world's foremost feel-good sports festival attracts athletes from around the world

A grand reopening for Lady Liberty's crown

An estimated 15,000 visitors endured two-hour waits Saturday to visit the Statue of Liberty – but under new rules only 240 got to climb to the crown.

Obama's week in review - the 1980s hit radio version

Catholics astir over Obama's speech at Notre Dame

Opposition to his appearance at Sunday's commencement puts new attention on Catholic sensibilities – and on the president's stance on abortion and stem-cell research.

Arguing the size of the "tea party" protest

In any case, experts see it as democracy in action, and that's a good thing.

Churchgoing Catholics returning to GOP fold

Gov. Sarah Palin has outsized impact on an important bloc in key battleground states.