Nearly 1,200 still without power in Northwest Indiana after Fourth of July weekend storms
About 1,200 NIPSCO customers remained without power after strong storms pierced into the Region in the late hours on July 3.
Jul 6, 2026Open source
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10-year-old boy shot, killed in Gary, Indiana, police say
A 10-year-old child was killed, and several others were hurt in two separate shootings in Northwest Indiana early Sunday morning.
Jul 6, 2026Open source
Why rail safety grants matter — even to small cities like Whiting
Whiting, Indiana, is a small community by most measures. We are home to about 4,500 residents, a lakefront community where local government is accessible, an...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Lakota West star hoops player Josh Tyson announces transfer to Indiana prep school
Lakota West star guard Josh Tyson announced his decision to attend La Lumiere (La Porte, Ind.) for his senior year.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Northwest Indiana Fourth of July guide: Parades, concerts and fireworks
Celebrate Fourth of July weekend with these upcoming events in Lake, Porter and LaPorte counties.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
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Indiana takes aim at youth use of phones and social media; communities need to follow through
Legislative efforts to curb youth use of phones and social media signal the beginning of a broader statewide effort to protect children.
Jul 6, 2026Open source
Students embrace technology in Indiana’s growing virtual school sector
Nearly 29,000 Hoosiers attended virtual K-12 schools in 2025 — a practice that continues to expand in Indiana
Jul 6, 2026Open source
Scattered storms this afternoon in central Indiana; daily rain returns late week | July 6, 2026
Central Indiana faces scattered showers and thunderstorms with localized flooding risks. A stalled front will bring daily storms and humidity.
Jul 6, 2026Open source
Several inches of rain fell across Northwest Indiana during Fourth of July weekend
Rain was a consistent threat throughout the Fourth of July weekend and put a damper on some celebrations of America
Jul 6, 2026Open source
Travelers say they see more bang for their buck at gas pumps in Indiana this holiday weekend
Travelers say they see more bang for their buck at gas pumps in Indiana this holiday weekend
Jul 6, 2026Open source
AYS: Providing safe and enriching after-school care for children in central Indiana
AYS is the largest after school program in central Indiana, offering safe after school care, enrichment opportunities, and resources to help parents, with a...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
River Valley Legal Aid Pro Bono Indiana provides free phone clinic
River Valley Legal Aid Pro Bono Indiana announces a Free Legal Phone Clinic for residents of their eight-county district, including Jackson County 3 p.m. to...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Northwest Indiana neighbors: Obituaries for July 5
IN LOVING MEMORY Of Our Wife, Mother & Grandmother ON YOUR 20th ANNIVERSARY IN HEAVEN 1/26/1942 – 7/1/2006.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Mind on Money: Time for a mid-year investment review
The Indiana Society of Chicago hosts an annual black-tie event in December. During COVID, the event began being held in Indiana, but historically, it was hel...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Indiana Fever vs. Las Vegas Aces
Stream the WNBA Game Indiana Fever vs. Las Vegas Aces live from ESPN on Watch ESPN. Live stream on Sunday, July 5, 2026.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Middletown parade celebrates Independence Day
...AIR QUALITY ADVISORY IN EFFECT TO MIDNIGHT EDT SUNDAY NIGHT... The Southwest Ohio Air Quality Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for Butler, Clermo...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Water main break in Palmyra prompts boil water advisory for Harrison County residents
A water main break in Palmyra, Indiana has prompted a boil water advisory for Ramsey Water customers across Harrison County.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Fever’s Caitlin Clark speaks out against ill will players face
Caitlin Clark said the growing hostility around WNBA players has gone too far, speaking out Friday against the harassment directed at her, her Indiana Fever...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Rising to the occasion: Well-known flagpole has new home at CMU
Ann received her bachelor's degree in English writing from Taylor University in Indiana. Ann and her husband have two children and a rascal called Wimbledon,...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Sparklight invests more than $16 million to enhance connectivity in Southern Indiana
VINCENNES — Sparklight, a leading broadband provider, announced in a press release that it has invested more than $16 million over the past three years to...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Delta flight to Atlanta diverted due to potential lightning strike
A Delta Air Lines flight bound for Atlanta was forced to declare an emergency and divert to Indiana after the crew reported a potential lightning strike mid-...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Husband arrested after woman killed in 'accidental' shooting in southern Indiana
Husband arrested after woman killed in 'accidental' shooting in southern Indiana
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Kokomo gears up for Stars, Stripes & Summer Nights to mark America’s 250th birthday
Kokomo, Indiana celebrates America's 250th birthday with a star-studded Fourth of July weekend. Enjoy events, parades, and fireworks.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
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Indiana takes aim at youth use of phones and social media; communities need to follow through
Legislative efforts to curb youth use of phones and social media signal the beginning of a broader statewide effort to protect children.
Jul 6, 2026Open source
Students embrace technology in Indiana’s growing virtual school sector
Nearly 29,000 Hoosiers attended virtual K-12 schools in 2025 — a practice that continues to expand in Indiana
Jul 6, 2026Open source
Scattered storms this afternoon in central Indiana; daily rain returns late week | July 6, 2026
Central Indiana faces scattered showers and thunderstorms with localized flooding risks. A stalled front will bring daily storms and humidity.
Jul 6, 2026Open source
Several inches of rain fell across Northwest Indiana during Fourth of July weekend
Rain was a consistent threat throughout the Fourth of July weekend and put a damper on some celebrations of America
Jul 6, 2026Open source
Nearly 1,200 still without power in Northwest Indiana after Fourth of July weekend storms
About 1,200 NIPSCO customers remained without power after strong storms pierced into the Region in the late hours on July 3.
Jul 6, 2026Open source
Travelers say they see more bang for their buck at gas pumps in Indiana this holiday weekend
Travelers say they see more bang for their buck at gas pumps in Indiana this holiday weekend
Jul 6, 2026Open source
10-year-old boy shot, killed in Gary, Indiana, police say
A 10-year-old child was killed, and several others were hurt in two separate shootings in Northwest Indiana early Sunday morning.
Jul 6, 2026Open source
AYS: Providing safe and enriching after-school care for children in central Indiana
AYS is the largest after school program in central Indiana, offering safe after school care, enrichment opportunities, and resources to help parents, with a...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
River Valley Legal Aid Pro Bono Indiana provides free phone clinic
River Valley Legal Aid Pro Bono Indiana announces a Free Legal Phone Clinic for residents of their eight-county district, including Jackson County 3 p.m. to...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
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