Merrillville
LATEST NEWS
Military procession for fallen soldier stretches from O'Hare to Merrillville, Indiana
MERRILLVILLE, Ind. (CBS) -- A powerful military procession was held in the Chicago area Monday night for U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Brandon Lee Fassoth.Fassoth, 27, of Merrillville, passed away on June 18 while on active duty. He was 27.The Illinois Patriot Guard led the procession, which started at O'Hare International Airport and made its way all the way to the Calumet Park Funeral Chapel in Merrillville. The procession traveled through Indiana along Route 30.The Indiana Patriot Guard took over at Dyer Town Hall, and a flag was hung over the procession in Schererville, Indiana, according to a witness report. People lined...
All About the Girls: Stephanie Dorsey, CEO and Owner of Willow Blooms
Stephanie Dorsey, CEO and owner of Willow Blooms in Highland, visits the All About the Girls podcast to talk with Host Jenny Craig-Brown about her personal journey, opening her own flower shop, giving back to the community, and much more. You won't want to miss it!
GreatNews.Life Student Voices: Crown Point High School celebrates Graduation
Crown Point High School celebrated the graduation of the Class of 2024. The ceremony, held at the school's football stadium, was attended by hundreds of proud family members, friends, and community members who came together to honor the achievements of this year's graduates. After successfully completing the last four years...
Levin Tire & Service Center celebrates grand opening of new Crown Point location
Levin Tire & Service Center’s newest Crown Point location is officially open and ready for business. Located at 275 S. Superior Drive, the new center opened its doors to the public on Monday, July 1, and now offers a variety of services to help keep vehicles in tip-top shape across Lake County and beyond.
Scott’s U-Save Tires & Auto Repair acquires Knight Automotive
Scott’s U-Save Tires & Auto Repair has acquired Knight Automotive based in Crown Point, Indiana. This is the company’s second store in Indiana and brings the tire and auto repair group to four total stores. “We could not be more ecstatic to continue our growth in Indiana and...
Ignite Medical Resorts invites Region to ignite innovation with resort-style post-hospital rehabilitation
It was just six years ago when Ignite Medical Resorts first began offering its advanced physical therapy services in Kansas City. Today, the organization is well on its way to becoming a nationwide phenomenon with 22 locations across seven different states. Three of those locations reside in Northwest Indiana in Dyer, Crown Point, and Chesterton – the latter recently acquired in June of this year – giving Region residents easy access to five-star, resort-like rehabilitation care.
Protein Bar & Kitchen Eyes Franchise Expansion for ‘Fast Fuel’ Concept
The Chicago-based, health-focused fast-casual restaurant backed by L Catterton has signed its first multi-unit franchise partner It’s not fast food that Illinois-based Protein Bar & Kitchen serves – it’s “fast fuel,” according to the brand. The better-for-you, fast-casual restaurant brand has inked its first multi-unit franchise agreement at a time when nutrition is trending, JP… The post Protein Bar & Kitchen Eyes Franchise Expansion for ‘Fast Fuel’ Concept appeared first on Athletech News.
Rounds of rain, storms with miserable air could impact Fourth of July
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Indianapolis ended up having a nicer Tuesday than originally forecasted, but the forecast still calls for miserable air and multiple rounds of rain and storms for the second half of the week. The pattern could impact Fourth of July plans to an extent. Tuesday night Cloud cover and humidity values will increase, […]
TSA: Carelessness most common culprit with guns at airports
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A firearms lawyer on Tuesday said fines are nearly guaranteed but criminal charges are uncommon when someone brings a gun to an airport checkpoint. U.S. Rep. Victoria Spartz was one of two Hoosiers who ran afoul of the TSA’s firearms regulations on Friday. Her office said she accidentally brought a handgun to […]
Home care providers pay $4.5M to settle false claims allegations
Three home care agencies operating in Texas, Ohio and Indiana agreed to pay nearly $4.5 million to resolve allegations that they provided illegal kickbacks in exchange for Medicare referrals, the Justice Department disclosed on Monday. Guardian Health Care, Gem City Home Care and Care Connection of Cincinnati, which are owned...
More Saharan dust is on the way for the US
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — This week, parts of Texas have been dealing with hazy skies due to Saharan dust that was transported across the Atlantic Ocean. Hurricane Beryl continues its march through the Caribbean as a Category 5 storm. Behind this system, another large plume of Saharan dust is being carried through the tropics. Where is […]
ISDA: Indiana’s farmland inventory decreased by around 350,000 acres from 2010-22
INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana’s total inventory of farmland decreased by about 350,000 acres from 2010-22, according to a new report from the State Department of Agriculture. The report was commissioned in 2023 when the Indiana General Assembly passed House Enrolled Act 1557, which required the ISDA to determine how much farmland the Hoosier State lost over […]
Know The Rules: Fireworks Laws For Hoosiers In Indiana
With Independence Day on the way, many of you will be heading outside with family and friends for cookouts and fireworks, but when can you legally light off your fireworks?. Fireworks are an American tradition when it comes to celebrating the 4th of July, and while they certainly can be fun, they are still explosives that pose a serious threat to the safety of yourself, others, and surrounding personal property. Because of the potential for danger, there are laws governing when and where you can set off your July 4th fireworks.
An Indiana School System Asks Parents to Pick Up the Summer Sun Meals They Order
Summer can be a real challenge for parents, right? It feels like kids never stop eating! Just yesterday, we were driving back from Florida and decided to treat ourselves with a stop at McDonald's (a rare indulgence at our house). They had this deal—$5 for a meal with a double-patty burger, fries, four chicken nuggets, and a drink. My 11-year-old finished her entire meal. As for me, I only managed to eat half of my burger and a few fries. But wouldn't you know it, about 30 minutes later, she polished off the rest of my meal. And then, less than two hours after she ate, she was already saying she was hungry again!
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.