Chicago Bears stadium in Hammond eyed as year-round attraction
South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority CEO Phil Taillon told our partners at The Times of Northwest Indiana that the domed stadium could host a variet...
Jun 23, 2026Open source
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Do you support moving the Chicago Bears to Hammond, Indiana?
Partly cloudy skies early with heavy thunderstorms developing this afternoon. Gusty winds and small hail are possible. High 77F. Winds SSW at 10 to 20 mph. C...
Jun 16, 2026Open source
Hammond mayor: Summer groundbreaking on Chicago Bears stadium ‘realistic’
Speaking with Inside INdiana Business Host Gerry Dick, Mayor Tom McDermott said he believes there is a "realistic" chance that the Chicago Bears could break...
Jun 15, 2026Open source
Gretchen Kalwinski: I’m a Chicagoan from Hammond. Let me clear up some things for Bears fans.
I’m shocked at how few people understand the symbiotic relationship Chicago has with northwest Indiana and Hammond, where I'm from.
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Bears stadium push draws interest in northwest Indiana from other sports teams
As the Chicago Bears advance their plans to build a new stadium in Hammond, one northwest Indiana official says two more sports teams have expressed interest...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Bears Hammond stadium pursuit has spurred interest from two other sports teams in Northwest Indiana
The Chicago Bears now have their sights set on a potential Hammond stadium, and other sports teams could follow them to the Calumet Region.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
WIXX releases ‘fight song’ for the Chicago Bears’ new stadium
The Chicago Bears organization made quite the stir last week when they announced the location of their new stadium: Hammond, Indiana — about 30 miles south...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Chicago Bears announce intentions to build stadium in Hammond, Indiana
The Chicago Bears plan to move forward with building their new stadium out of state.
Jun 8, 2026Open source
Gov. Braun talks Bears timeline, economic impact, and deal being ‘real, real close’ to done
Plans for a new Chicago Bears stadium in Hammond, Indiana are progressing rapidly. Indiana lawmakers believe the move is almost certain.
Jun 7, 2026Open source
Chicago Bears Stadium: What's next for Hammond, Arlington Heights and Chicago?
Here’s what is next for the Bears’ stadium efforts in the three most discussed sites: Chicago, Arlington Heights and Hammond, Indiana.
Jun 7, 2026Open source
The Chicago Bears are moving to Indiana, chairman says
Chicago Bears officials announced they will be building a new stadium in Hammond, Indiana — about 30 miles south of downtown Chicago.
Jun 6, 2026Open source
Bears say they are moving forward with Northwest Indiana location for new stadium
The Bears' board of directors voted Thursday to move forward with a stadium development project in Hammond, Indiana.
Jun 5, 2026Open source
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Gary native pens book: “The Flight of a Home Town Son”
“The Flight of a Home Town Son: When the Smoke Hit Gary”, is a deeply personal memoir about growing up in Gary, Indiana during the height of the steel mill
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Body recovered after teen went missing in Lake Michigan at NW Indiana beach
Search crews have recovered the body of a boy who went missing in Lake Michigan Monday evening at a beach in Michigan City, officials said.
Jun 24, 2026Open source
Road rage investigation prompts delays on eastbound I-80 near Lake Station, Indiana
Delays are expected on eastbound I-80 near Lake Station, Indiana, amid an investigation into a road rage incident on Wednesday, state police said.
Jun 24, 2026Open source
Body of teen recovered from Lake Michigan after search near Indiana beach The body of a 13-year-old boy was...
The body of a missing 13-year-old boy was recovered from Lake Michigan during a multiple-day search near a beach in Michigan City, Indiana.
Jun 24, 2026Open source
Possible road rage shooting blocks traffic on I-80/94 near Gary Eastbound traffic on I-80/94 at the Central...
Eastbound traffic on I-80/94 at the Central Avenue ramp near Gary, Indiana, is snarled after a possible road rage shooting Wednesday afternoon.
Jun 24, 2026Open source
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VIDEO: Car drives across Indiana customer's lawn so Amazon delivery driver can drop package at porch
VIDEO: Car drives across Indiana customer's lawn so Amazon delivery driver can drop package at porch
Jun 25, 2026Open source
EVENTS
We welcome news about upcoming Southeastern Indiana events from area not-for-profit organizations. Email them to news@greensburgdailynews.com. Questions may...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Greensburg's Smith named EIAC baseball MVP
The 2026 Eastern Indiana Athletic Conference all-conference baseball team has been selected. A total of 22 players were honored.
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Indiana unemployment rate ticks up to 3.3% in May
Hiring sign is displayed in front of a restaurant in Chicago, Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026.
Jun 25, 2026Open source
June 24 recap: Northwest Indiana news you may have missed today
The 39-year-old told a judge addiction drove his actions, but prosecutors argued the drugs harmed the community.
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Group exhibit on display at Beverly Shores Depot Museum
A group show inspired by the birds of the Indiana Dunes is on display at the Beverly Shores Depot Museum and Art Gallery at 525 South Broadway in Beverly Sho...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Indiana man charged after being accused of stalking WNBA player Sophie Cunningham
An Indiana man has been charged on accusations he stalked WNBA player Sophie Cunningham and sent her threatening and explicit messages on social media. Kevin...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Braun replaces chairman of IURC after AES rate-hike
INDIANAPOLIS — Six months after tapping former state senator Andy Zay to lead the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission, Gov. Mike Braun removed him from t...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Copper scores 28, Mercury beat Fever 111-109 as Clark leaves due to back injury
Kahleah Copper made 15 of 16 from the free-throw line and finished with 28 points, and the Phoenix Mercury beat Indiana 111-109 on Wednesday night after Feve...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Trump administration again renews order keeping Indiana coal plants open
The Trump administration has renewed an emergency order to keep two aging Indiana coal plants operational through mid-September.
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Indiana man accused of stalking Fever's Cunningham
An Indiana man has been charged on accusations he stalked WNBA player Sophie Cunningham and sent her threatening and explicit messages on social media.
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Caitlin Clark leaves Fever's loss with a back injury, doesn't return after 3rd-quarter scare
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Caitlin Clark left the Indiana Fever's 1111-109 loss to Phoenix with a back injury in the third quarter Wednesday night.
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Man charged with stalking Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham Prosecutors allege 48-year-old Kevin Singh...
Man charged with stalking Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham Prosecutors allege 48-year-old Kevin Singh sent "multiple threatening and explicit messages"...
Jun 24, 2026Open source
Woman petitions for stronger domestic violence law after cousin's death, Indiana lawmaker joins the push
Woman petitions for stronger domestic violence law after cousin's death, Indiana lawmaker joins the push
Jun 24, 2026Open source
Amazon driver caught on camera driving on lawn
An Indiana couple says they were stunned after their home security camera captured an Amazon delivery gone off the rails.
Jun 24, 2026Open source
Where to watch July 4th fireworks in Chicago, suburbs, NW Indiana July 4th fireworks and celebrations in 20...
July 4th fireworks and celebrations in 2026 will mark the United States' 250th birthday. Here's where to see Independence Day fireworks in Chicago,...
Jun 24, 2026Open source
Jan McCarthy, pioneer in early childhood education at Indiana State University, dies
Jan McCarthy, professor emeritus and one of the most influential figures in the history of early childhood education at Indiana State University, has died, t...
Jun 24, 2026Open source
Indiana State Museum loans artifacts to Ernie Pyle Museum
The tweed sports coat that Ernie Pyle wore to the White House to visit Eleanor Roosevelt is currently on display at the Ernie Pyle World War II Museum in Dana,
Jun 24, 2026Open source
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Hammond is in Lake County, Indiana.
Region: Northern Indiana
ZIP Codes
46320, 46323, 46324, 46325, 46327
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VIDEO: Car drives across Indiana customer's lawn so Amazon delivery driver can drop package at porch
VIDEO: Car drives across Indiana customer's lawn so Amazon delivery driver can drop package at porch
Jun 25, 2026Open source
EVENTS
We welcome news about upcoming Southeastern Indiana events from area not-for-profit organizations. Email them to news@greensburgdailynews.com. Questions may...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Greensburg's Smith named EIAC baseball MVP
The 2026 Eastern Indiana Athletic Conference all-conference baseball team has been selected. A total of 22 players were honored.
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Indiana unemployment rate ticks up to 3.3% in May
Hiring sign is displayed in front of a restaurant in Chicago, Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026.
Jun 25, 2026Open source
June 24 recap: Northwest Indiana news you may have missed today
The 39-year-old told a judge addiction drove his actions, but prosecutors argued the drugs harmed the community.
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Gary native pens book: “The Flight of a Home Town Son”
“The Flight of a Home Town Son: When the Smoke Hit Gary”, is a deeply personal memoir about growing up in Gary, Indiana during the height of the steel mill
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Indiana man charged after being accused of stalking WNBA player Sophie Cunningham
An Indiana man has been charged on accusations he stalked WNBA player Sophie Cunningham and sent her threatening and explicit messages on social media. Kevin...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Braun replaces chairman of IURC after AES rate-hike
INDIANAPOLIS — Six months after tapping former state senator Andy Zay to lead the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission, Gov. Mike Braun removed him from t...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Copper scores 28, Mercury beat Fever 111-109 as Clark leaves due to back injury
Kahleah Copper made 15 of 16 from the free-throw line and finished with 28 points, and the Phoenix Mercury beat Indiana 111-109 on Wednesday night after Feve...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
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