This is Winter Weather Preparedness Week in both Indiana and Illinois. The National Weather Service Chicago says it's a great time to review safety information as well as learn about the different winter weather hazards that can impact the region. Here's a link for more information - .

In Lake County, the Merrillville-based Legacy Foundation recently announced seven projects will share $4 million in its "Love Where You Live" public spaces investment. The recipients are - Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana - Tolleston Legacy Park & Art Walk in Gary; City of Hobart Parks ...

Here are links for unofficial results from the November 3, 2026, General Election across northwest Indiana and the state Statewide Indiana election results: . Lake County Indiana: . Porter County Indiana: . La Porte County Indiana: La Porte County Election Board Facebook page: . Newton County Indiana: . Jasper County I...

In Lake County, the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT)says U.S. 231 will be closed at Parrish Ave between U.S. 41 and Cline Avenue between St. John and Crown Point for about two weeks for utility work starting on or after Monday, November 2, 2026. This is a full interersection closure so motorists should seek...

The Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority (RDA) invites qualified firms or teams to submit statements of qualifications to provide transportation, civil, and multimodal engineering services for the US 12 Scenic Byway Technical Study, to be completed by December 1, 2027. The selected engineering consultant wi...

The Indiana Department of Health is encouraging Hoosiers to protect themselves against influenza (flu) after confirming the first flu-related death of the 2026-27 season. No additional information about the patient will be released due to privacy laws. Many Hoosiers become ill during flu season, which typically runs fr...

Indiana Landmarks says sixteen congregations around the state including two in the Region have received grants from its Sacred Places Indiana Fund to address significant capital needs at their historic houses of worship. In Whiting, St. Mary Byzantine Catholic Church will get a $100,000 capital grant to install accessi...

In northwest Indiana, Purdue Extension says Lake County residents can take a practical step toward understanding potential lead risks at home thanks to free lead screening kits available at participating local libraries. Participants collect soil, water and dust for analysis and receive results, practical guidance, and...

In Valparaiso, HealthLinc Opportunity Enterprises broke ground on its newest clinic, located at Opportunity Enterprises (OE), 3101 Evans Avenue in Valparaiso. OE said the clinic will provide primary, immediate, and dental care to the public while prioritizing the unique needs of individuals with intellectual/developmen...

Governor Mike Braun announced nearly $110 million in state matching funds will be used to improve infrastructure in 346 cities, towns, and counties, including municipalities across northwest Indiana. The Governor presented the $109.9 million in Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) Community Crossings Matching G...