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Bailey, Schick challenge Nieshalla in Indiana State Comptroller race

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November 1, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

Porter County Clerk Jessica Bailey and Chesterton management consultant John Schick are challenging Indiana State...

One of the seven projects that received grants as part of the Legacy Foundation's "Love Where You Live" initiative was the Hammond Optimist Lake proposal, which will convert an underutilized lake area near Interstate 94 and Kennedy Avenue into an area with boardwalks, an over-water walking feature, a paved loop trail, a fishing pier, a canoe/kayak launch, and an event plaza. (Rendering provided by Legacy Foundation)

Legacy Foundation announces ‘Love Where You Live’ grant recipients

By Post-Tribune

November 1, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.

The projects are designed to revitalize parks and create gathering hubs and vibrant public spaces,...

Lake County Government Center. (Joe Puchek/Post-Tribune)

Lake County Council races shape up with incumbents, newcomers

By Michelle L. Quinn

October 31, 2026 at 4:02 p.m.

Two of the Lake County Council’s remaining incumbents are defending their seats on the Lake...

Gary resident Sheila Harris died late Saturday night after she mistakenly drove her car into a contaminated body of water near Buffington Harbor. (Photo provided by the family of Sheila Harris)

‘The life of the party’: Family remembers Gary woman who died after driving into contaminated water

By Maya Wilkins

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

The family is mourning 75-year-old Sheila Harris, who died after driving her vehicle into contaminated...

Hobart man charged with attempted kidnapping

By Meredith Colias-Pete

October 23, 2026 at 3:38 p.m.

A Hobart man is facing charges after two boys said he approached them on Sept....

Mighty Earth Indiana director Mike Olesas holds a sign steady as volunteers gather to assemble an outdoor portrait gallery in Gary's Gateway Park to highlight the need for green steelmaking in the region on Thursday, October 22, 2026. (Kyle Telechan/for the Post-Tribune)

Outdoor art gallery featuring lives impacted by steel opens Saturday in Gary

By Maya Wilkins

October 23, 2026 at 3:13 p.m.

Local organizations are partnering to showcase an exhibit feature 20 portraits of those who live...

The U.S. Steel Gary Works plant operates May 28, 2026, along Lake Michigan in Gary. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

Gary advocacy group, ELPC notify U.S. Steel of intent to sue

By Maya Wilkins

October 23, 2026 at 2:43 p.m.

Gary Advocates for Responsible Development sent a Notice of Intent to sue U.S. Steel Gary...

Worship news: Walking prayer group, candy fest and more

By Post-Tribune

October 23, 2026 at 11:57 a.m.

Worship news from around the region.

People walk into the Indiana Statehouse, Feb. 26, 2026, in Indianapolis. (Armando L. Sanchez/baiduhai)

Tyler Bridges hopes to replace Michael Aylesworth in 11th House District

By Doug Ross

October 23, 2026 at 11:39 a.m.

Democrat Tyler Bridges is challenging state Rep. Michael Aylesworth for the 11th District seat in...

Chicago man gets 70 years in 14-year-old teen’s death in Whiting
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By Meredith Colias-Pete

October 22, 2026 at 4:31 p.m.

An Indiana judge sentenced a Chicago man Thursday to 70 years in prison for killing...

Hammond officer accused of causing fatal crash while speeding, after consuming alcohol

By Post-Tribune

October 22, 2026 at 4:17 p.m.

Alonso Jose Lopez, 34, of Hammond, is charged with causing death while operating a vehicle...

Team members from the First United Methodist Church of Crown Point practiced pushing the coffin in their parking lot Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026. (Anna Ortiz/for the Post-Tribune)

Ghost riders in the square: First Coffin Cup race to rally spirited competition for NWI charities

By Anna Ortiz

October 22, 2026 at 4:08 p.m.

When building a coffin, one normally does not have to account for aerodynamics and speed.

Documents: Crown Point woman charged in May fatal crash

By Meredith Colias-Pete

October 22, 2026 at 2:08 p.m.

Gary Police allege a Crown Point woman registered nearly twice the legal limit of alcohol...