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Delays in reopening Elkhart Public Library

Some Setbacks in the nearly half million dollar renovation of the Elkhart Public Library.The newly renovated library was supposed to open Tuesday but that was pushed back to Wednesday.  And parts of the More>>

Extended Video: The meaning of Ash Wednesday

FOX28 News talks to Father Matthew Coonan at St. Vincent DePaul about the meaning of Ash Wednesday, and why it is important for Christians.
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60-year-old man killed in crash on US-12 in St. Joe Co., Michigan

Police are investigating a crash on US-12 near Klinger Rd. that killed a 60-year-old.Police tell FOX28 that the man was driving his pickup truck on US-12 when he crossed the centerline and hit an oncoming More>>

Indiana Senate panel weighs statewide smoking ban

Indiana senators are taking up work on a statewide smoking ban in the waning days of the 2012 session. More>>

Michiana Students create basketball shooting robot

The Robotics Team at Penn High School worked long hours for six weeks, all the way up to a midnight deadline Wednesday, to create a basketball shooting robot. The robot is able to pick up NERF balls More>>

Swiss Valley skiing still open despite lack of wintry temps

This winter has been a real challenge for the folks up at Swiss Valley in Jones, Michigan. The unseasonably warm temps have made it pretty tricky to make snow, but they have been able to stay open. More>>

Dow breaks 13,000 but can't hold gains

It came and went in a flash each time, a number on a board for mere seconds, but its symbolic power couldn't be dismissed. More>>

The first FOX28 Paczki eating contest

It's Fat Tuesday time in Michiana.  Some just call it Mardis Gras, but others refer to it as Paczki Day.Well those that love paczki's that is.  It's a Fat Tuesday tradition of the decadent kind.  If you've More>>

UPDATE: Niles man hit and killed walking to work

According to Michigan State Police, the Scott Parm was crossing U.S. 12 from South Third Street around 6:30am when an eastbound vehicle hit him. More>>

One suspect in custody after Cass County standoff Video included

A standoff in Cass County ended after more than 12 hours near Edwardsburg. Officials say one suspect was taken into custody just before midnight. More>>

Featured Recipes

Potato Bacon Pepper Jack Chowder

Potato Bacon Pepper Jack Chowder 9 oz baked potatoes or red skin potatoes diced 1/2" 4.5 oz raw bacon 2.5 oz margarine 1 oz yellow onions, minced 1 oz green onions, diced 1/8" 4.5 oz all-purpose More>>

Sweet Potato Pie with Ginger Snap Crust

1 pound of sweet potatoes ½ cup butter, softened ½ cup sugar ½ cup brown sugar ¾ cup evaporated milk 3 eggs ¼ teaspoon ground ginger ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 tablespoon More>>

Turkey Brine

1 pound of carrots 1 stalk of celery 3 Spanish onions 6 garlic cloves 4 bay leafs 4 oranges 1 cup sea salt 1 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoon dried rosemary 2 tablespoons dried sage 2 tablespoons More>>

Lobster Mac

1 pound of Monterey Jack cheese 5 ounces of Blue Cheese 2 – 4 ounce packs of Boursin Cheese 1 quart heavy cream 2 – 4-6 ounce lobster tails diced In a medium sauce pan, on medium high heat, add heavy More>>

Stuffed Baby Bella Mushrooms

Italian Sausage ½ pound It Sausage ¼ Italian Bread Crumbs 2 eggs beaten 1 cup shredded Parmesan Cheese Chipotle Chicken 1 pack of chipotle chicken sausage, remove casing ¼ Italian Bread Crumbs 2 More>>

Six Onion French Onion Soup

6 Shallots 2 Bunches of Green Onion 4 Red Onions 4 Spanish Onions 1 bag of Pearl Onions Red & White ¼ cup of fresh minced garlic 1 tablespoon of black pepper 1 tablespoon of sea salt 2 bay leaves 2 More>>

Bruschetta

6 Roma Tomatoes seeded, dice to desired size 1 tablespoon of fresh minced garlic 1 tablespoon of fresh minced basil ¼ cup of chardonnay ¼ cup of EVOO ½ lemon squeezed Salt and Pepper to taste Mix More>>

Sweet & Salty Pumpkin Pie Caramels

Sweet & Salty Pumpkin Pie Caramels Ingredients 1 cup pure maple syrup ¾ cup brown sugar ½ cup heavy cream ¼ cup dark corn syrup 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice 1 tsp fresh lemon juice ½ fine salt 2/3 More>>

Seared Porkloin Dijon

4lbs. Porkloin Roast1/2tsp. Salt1/2tsp. Pepper1/2tsp. Garlic Powder1/2tsp. Onion Powder4Tbsp. Dijon MustardMix spices together.  Rub over porkloin.  Place on pan and roast in 400 degree oven for 5 minutes. More>>

Vegetable Strata Casserole

2Tbsp Butter3/4cup Fresh Mushrooms - sliced1/2cup Tomato - diced1/4cup Green Onion - chopped1/2cup Cheddar Cheese - shredded4 slices Provolone9 slices White Bread - toasted1Tbsp Cilantro - finely diced18 More>>

Sports Headlines [menu1356_4-C123727]

Davonte Neal Signs With Notre Dame

Devontae Neal was schedule to announce his college choice this morning at the elementary school where he once attended. After 600 students waited over an hour for the 4-star athlete to show up, they went More>>

Top tomato

From a can or fresh off the vine, tomatoes are a staunchly dependable staple at every meal. Click through for recipes. More>>

Nothing says love like chocolate!

There's a reason why chocolate is synonymous with romance -- it's rich, sweet and the perfect ingredient for dessert for two. More>>

Not your momma's meat loaf

Nothing says family dinner like that old weeknight standard -- meat loaf. Check out these recipes for plenty of twists on a classic dish. More>>

Super Bowl snacks

Planning a Super Bowl party?  Click through for recipes that are sure to please any football-watching crowd. More>>

Raise a glass

Beer's not just for drinking!  Click through for some recipes featuring the classic foamy malted beverage. More>>

Hearty beef recipes

Nothing sticks to your ribs come winter-time like hearty beef stews, roasts and casseroles. Check out this collection of savory dishes. More>>

Comfort in a bowl

When there's a chill in the air, few sights are as reassuring as a pot of soup bubbling on the stove top. Check out these recipes for a variety of soups. More>>

Sweetie-Pie

Nothing says homemade dessert like pie!  Click through for recipes and information. More>>

A cup of good cheer

Click through for a variety of holiday drink recipes, from eggnog to family-friendly punch! More>>

Peanut butter time!

Check out these recipes featuring everybody's childhood favorite: Peanut butter. More>>

Morning Show Headlines [menu1356_5-C135083]

Fashion Tips Part 3

Britt at Stephenson's finishes by looking at warmer clothes with colors that pop. More>>

FAshion Tips Part 2

Britt Continues at Stephenson's, this time looking at adding color to the top half of the body. More>>

Fashion Tips Part 1

Britt Conway is with Danny Reynolds at Stephenson's for pre spring fashion tips. More>>

Pet Refuge

Pet Refuge joins us and introduces a special tabby cat available for adoption. More>>

Paczki Day Part 3

Britt checks out the final steps of making a paczki for Fat Tuesday. More>>

Paczki Day Part 2

Britt continues at Indulgence Pastry Shop & Cafe making paczki's this time frying them up. More>>

Paczki Day Part 1

Britt Conway is at Indulgence Pastry Shop & Cafe making paczki's for Fat Tuesday. More>>

Mardi Gras Cooking Part 3

At Adam's Bistro Britt sees how to finish the meal with Cajun bread. More>>

Mardi Gras Cooking Part 2

Britt at Adam's Bistro finishes the jambalaya and get started on smokey mountain corn. More>>

Mardi Gras Cooking Part 1

Britt Conway is at Adam's Bistro getting started on some Cajun cooking. More>>