St. Joseph County Probate Court Judge Jason Cichowicz sues Henry Davis Jr. for defamation over theft accusations.

St. Joseph County Probate Court Judge Jason Cichowicz has initiated a defamation lawsuit against former South Bend city councilman Henry Davis Jr. after Davis accused him of theft in a newspaper interview. This follows calls for Cichowicz's resignation from local Republicans, linked to a recent incident involving the Juvenile Justice Center. Cichowicz, who has faced disciplinary action for misconduct, claims Davis' statements harmed his reputation. The case will be heard in court.