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Joyce McGee cheers and claps for professor Jennifer Lackey, director of the Northwestern Prison Education Program, at Northwestern’s graduation ceremony at Kewanee Life Skills Re-Entry Center on Oct. 16, 2026, in Kewanee. Eighteen women received a Bachelor of Science in General Studies. They are the first group of incarcerated women to graduate from a top 10 university. The cohort included women incarcerated at Logan Correctional Center, a multilevel security women’s facility in Lincoln. (Stacey Wescott/baiduhai)

‘I’m so proud of you’: 18 incarcerated women earn Northwestern University degrees

By Kate Perez

October 24, 2026 at 5:00 a.m.

The Northwestern Prison Education Program offers incarcerated people in Illinois who have completed high school...

Popeye the Sailor and his character friends, including girlfriend Olive Oil, hamburger-chomping pal Wimpy, bully Brutus and others, were first introduced in the Thimble Theater newspaper comic strip starting in 1929, created by cartoonist E.C. Segar, who was born and raised in Chester, Illinois. (King Features Syndicate/provided)

From the Farm: Delicious ‘hamburger soup’ great for celebrating Wimpy’s 95th birthday

By Philip Potempa

October 23, 2026 at 5:34 p.m.

I’ve mentioned in previous columns, as well as in my original “From the Farm” cookbook...

Election officials test voting machines on Tuesday, September 29, 2026. (Kyle Telechan/for the Post-Tribune)

DOJ to send election monitors to Lake, Marion counties in Indiana

By Maya Wilkins

October 23, 2026 at 4:11 p.m.

Lake County Elections Director Michelle Fajman said the U.S. Department of Justice would send monitors...

Hobart launches its CARES initiative

By Jim Masters

October 13, 2026 at 5:24 p.m.

In the aftermath of the devastating storm that hit Northwest Indiana on August 11, the...

An exterior shot of the Chesterton Town Hall. (Jim Woods/for Post-Tribune)

Chesterton’s storm cleanup costs approaching $4 million

By Jim Woods

October 13, 2026 at 2:13 p.m.

The Town of Chesterton's tally of outside contractor costs for cleanup from the Aug. 11...

DeMotte real estate agent, project manager face off for Indiana State Senate
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By Maya Wilkins

October 13, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.

Democrat Kate-Lynn Holley and Republican James "Jay" Starkey, both of DeMotte, are facing off for...

Video leads to murder charge for man in shooting outside Valparaiso bar

By Jim Woods

October 12, 2026 at 4:17 p.m.

Antione Pierson Jr., 22, was formally charged Monday with murder for the shooting death of...

U.S. Rep. Frank Mrvan, D-Highland, speaks with visitors during a monthly meeting of the Gary Chamber of Commerce on Monday, October 12, 2026. (Kyle Telechan/for the Post-Tribune)

US Rep. Frank Mrvan highlights work supporting NWI economy at Gary Chamber

By Maya Wilkins

October 12, 2026 at 3:51 p.m.

U.S. Rep. Frank Mrvan, D-Highland, was the Gary Chamber of Commerce's featured speaker at its...

News briefs: Calumet Township hosting open house with food, services

By Post-Tribune

October 12, 2026 at 2:38 p.m.

News and events around the area

Republican Trevor De Vries and Democrat Scott Houldieson face off for District 1 Indiana State Senate seat

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By Maya Wilkins

October 12, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

Two political newcomers, Republican Trevor De Vries and Democrat Scott Houldieson, are both hoping to...

Republican David Crane and Democrat Jerry Williams make pitches to become next Lake County sheriff

By Maya Wilkins

October 12, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.

Voters will choose between Republican David Crane and Democrat Jerry Williams during the Nov. 3...

Business briefs: PNW hosting open houses

By Post-Tribune

October 11, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.

News and events around the area

Five candidates vying for open Indiana Secretary of State seat

By Anna Ortiz

October 11, 2026 at 12:46 p.m.

Candidates are describing this year’s secretary of state race as pivotal, with five individuals campaigning...