SOUTH BEND — The St. Joseph County Council voted 6-2 on Tuesday to approve a human rights ordinance with countywide protections against discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, sex, age, disability and other characteristics.

The best-selling author and founding director of the Enough Project, John Prendergast, will share his message at Manchester University with “Ten Building Blocks for Making a Difference in the World and in Your Neighborhood.” The presentation is 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 17, in Cordier Auditorium on the North Manchester campus. The presentation is free and …read more.