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Security beefed up after NIPSCO linemen shot at in Gary

August 15, 2026 at 3:22 p.m.

The City of Gary is coordinating with law enforcement to line up security for NIPSCO workers after linemen working to restore power after the storm were shot at Friday night.

Mistrial declared in 2022 fatal shooting outside Hammond convenience store

August 15, 2026 at 12:12 p.m.

A mistrial was declared Friday in the trial of Dewayne Duncan, who was charged in the 2022 death of a Hammond man outside a convenience store.

A pair of U.S. Air Force Thunderbird F-16 Fighting Falcons break from formation over Gary/Chicago International Airport during a preview event for the upcoming Gary Air Show on Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025. (Kyle Telechan/for the Post-Tribune)

Gary Air Show canceled in wake of damaging storms

August 14, 2026 at 4:17 p.m.

As the Chicago Air Show roars to life this weekend from the Gary/Chicago International Airport, Gary's own Air Show has been grounded for this year.

Hobart Mayor Josh Huddlestun is dunked by Hobart resident Brooklynn Byrum, 10, on right, during Hobart's National Night Out event on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. (Kyle Telechan/for the Post-Tribune)

Hobart Mayor headlines dunk tank at city’s National Night Out event

August 5, 2026 at 3:34 p.m.

The line remained long and steady as Hobart Mayor Josh Huddlestun kept heaving his chlorine-soaked self back onto the platform. Some of the contestants beaned the target in three throws,...

Assistant Director of Housing Administration Laura Trosien smiles while leading a tour of Calumet Hall on the PNW campus in Hammond, Indiana on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. The new, three-story residence hall will have 50 single suites and 50 double suites. (Andy Lavalley/for the Post-Tribune)

‘Adulthood with training wheels’: PNW unveils its newest dorm

August 4, 2026 at 4:15 p.m.

Purdue University Northwest’s new Freshman dormitory will fill many needs with its one purpose: getting students to say “Hi” to each other.

The Valparaiso property where Humane Indiana Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center is located sustained about 18 fallen trees and damage to two enclosure spaces, according to staff. (Photo provided by Humane Indiana Wildlife)

Nonprofits struggling with storm damage

August 1, 2026 at 12:50 p.m.

Amid the summer storms that have hit Northwest Indiana, most recently on Monday, nonprofits like the Humane Indiana Wildlife and Haven House have been dealing with power outages, fallen trees...

Hammond man gets 30 years for burglary where woman was killed

July 30, 2026 at 4:52 p.m.

Judge Gina Jones sentenced Malik Bunch, 29, to 30 years in prison, with 28 years to be spent in the Department of Correction and two years in the Kimbrough Center,...

Food Bank of Northwest Indiana community impact coordinator Julie Anderson, on right, demonstrates a refrigerated locker container to visitors after a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate a new community food locker at the Lake County Health Department on Friday, July 24, 2026. (Kyle Telechan/for the Post-Tribune)

New food locker brings better access to South Lake County residents

July 24, 2026 at 3:55 p.m.

An initiative to get refrigerated food to residents who need it most has landed in South Lake County courtesy of the Lake County Health Department.

Lake County Sheriff Oscar Martinez Jr. speaks during the National Night Out on Aug. 8, 2023. Martinez said Thursday that officers evaluate daily whether to pursue stolen vehicles, and it’s a decision they don’t take lightly. (John Smierciak/for the Post-Tribune)

Police: Infant, toddler in Chicago crash after chase that started in Lake County

July 23, 2026 at 4:01 p.m.

An infant and toddler are safe after a man crashed a stolen vehicle in which they were riding during a police pursuit, police said.

A flag waves outside of the Hammond federal courthouse on Friday, July 10, 2026. (Kyle Telechan/for the Post-Tribune)

Records: Woman claims racial discrimination by Gary schools

July 21, 2026 at 4:40 p.m.

A Crown Point woman is suing the Gary Community School Corporation in federal court for racial discrimination and discrimination.

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