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Hammond Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr. looks at a map of north Hammond while discussing potential sites for a Chicago Bears stadium. He spoke Friday, Oct. 30, 2026, during the Northwest Indiana Business Roundtable at Ivy Tech Community College in Valparaiso. (Doug Ross/for the Post-Tribune)

Hammond economic development strong even as Chicago Bears stadium situation ‘changing every second’

By Doug Ross

November 1, 2026 at 4:32 p.m.

Hammond Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr. told an audience gathered Friday that the city continues to...

Paul Nord blows releases smoke from bubbles as people look on during the Haunted Science Lab held at Valparaiso University Saturday, October 31, 2026. Nord, a technical specialist at the university, said he was dressed as “hobo Abe Lincoln.” (Andy Lavalley/for the Post-Tribune)

‘Everybody loves it’: Science tricks offer a treat at Valparaiso University

By Doug Ross

November 1, 2026 at 4:05 p.m.

Valparaiso University students and faculty made science experiments fun on Saturday during the annual Haunted...

Al Novreske, also known as Al the Crossing Guard, tries to wave to every passing school bus and motorist Monday, March 31, 2025, on Fifth Street in Chesterton. Driving around a stopped school bus has been illegal years, but enforcement was lagging. Now it’s picking up. (Jim Woods/for Post-Tribune)

Cameras boost enforcement for school bus stop arm violations

By Doug Ross

November 1, 2026 at 3:42 p.m.

Driving around a stopped school bus has been illegal for years, but enforcement was lagging....

Portage Mayor Austin Bonta, from left, police Chief Michael Candiano and City Attorney Dan Bartnicki explain how Portage police officers use Flock camera images and guardrails put in place to deter misuse of the system during a forum about the cameras Sept. 14, 2026. (Doug Ross/Post-Tribune)

Portage councilman wants Flock cameras shut off as conversation continues

By Doug Ross

October 7, 2026 at 3:14 p.m.

Portage Councilman Ferdinand Alvarez wants to get Flock cameras out of town. The city’s police...

Visitors sit inside of a Gary Public Transportation Corporation all-electric bus on August 9, 2023. (Kyle Telechan for the Post-Tribune)

Gary council hears public comment on budget items before tabling

By Maya Wilkins

October 7, 2026 at 1:59 p.m.

The Gary Common Council heard public comment on several city budget items, but they unanimously...

Lilana Andjelich, 14, Olive Andjelich, 11, and Paris Andjelich, 8, enjoy the in-ground piano at the Hebron Public Library garden following a ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026. (Doug Ross/for the Post-Tribune)

‘A very special project’: Hebron Public Library celebrates new garden

By Doug Ross

October 7, 2026 at 11:57 a.m.

The Hebron Public Library garden is the fifth and final garden installed in the Porter...

Merrillville man charged in 2018 Gary homicide

By Post-Tribune

October 6, 2026 at 5:25 p.m.

Willie Wallace Jr., 26, is charged with murder; attempted murder, a Level 1 felony; aggravated...

The line was getting longer around noon as voters and election officials go about their business on the first day of early voting at the Lake County Government Center in Crown Point on Tuesday, Oct 6, 2026. (John Smierciak/for the Post-Tribune)

Early voting off to a strong start in Lake, Porter counties
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By Maya Wilkins

October 6, 2026 at 4:41 p.m.

Lake County voters kicked off election season bright and early Tuesday morning, giving Elections and...

Longtime Gary Council member Mary Brown died Monday. She had served for more than 25 years on the council. (Photo provided by City of Gary)

Longtime Gary Councilwoman Mary Brown remembered as a ‘beacon in the community’

By Maya Wilkins

October 6, 2026 at 4:05 p.m.

Councilwoman Mary Brown, D-3rd, was remembered by colleagues and friends as an advocate for her...

Portage City Hall. (Doug Ross/for the Post-Tribune)

Portage mayor changes mind on park after listening to residents

By Doug Ross

October 6, 2026 at 1:57 p.m.

Portage Mayor Austin Bonta changed his mind about a park for Cardinal Crossing residents, but...

The Porter County Courthouse in downtown Valparaiso. (Amy Lavalley/Post-Tribune)

Court records: Wife turns Portage husband into police for alleged child porn

By Post-Tribune

October 6, 2026 at 12:05 p.m.

A Portage man has been charged with two felonies after his wife found explicit images...

St. Paul Catholic School students dance in the gymnasium during an assembly to celebrate their selection as a State of Indiana Blue Ribbon School Monday, October 5, 2026, in Valparaiso, Indiana. The school was also named a National Blue Ribbon School in 2022. (Andy Lavalley/for the Post-Tribune)

St. Paul and Memorial in Valparaiso named Blue Ribbon schools

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By Carole Carlson

October 6, 2026 at 2:17 p.m.

Two local schools, both in Valparaiso, have received the Indiana Blue Ribbon Schools designation, Gov....

Larry Sutherland, chief operating officer for Mesabi Metallics, looks over a map showing mineral leases near the mine's operations Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, at Mesabi Metallics in Nashwauk, Minnesota. (Aaron Lavinsky/The Minnesota Star Tribune)

NWI, green steel advocates react to announced $15 billion Iowa steel mill

By Maya Wilkins

October 5, 2026 at 4:24 p.m.

Green steel advocates say now is the time for Northwest Indiana mills to transition to...