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NWS identifies 7th tornado that touched down in Tri-State on July 9
The National Weather Service has confirmed that a seventh tornado touched down as part of an outbreak of severe storms on July 9. While the headline of that day's outbreak was an EF-3 tornado that ripped through Mount Vernon, Indiana, the remnantes of Hurricane Beryl now officially produced seven twisters in Western Kentucky and Southwestern Indiana.
Cops sought misdemeanor charge in Foxx ‘Big Gulp’ attack. Here’s how it became a felony.
CHICAGO — Police officers in south suburban Flossmoor intended to file a misdemeanor charge against the man accused of tossing a soft drink on Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx and reversing his truck toward her. Foxx, however, was unimpressed with the police department’s investigation. Sent packing...
Franklin Pest Solutions hosts Spark Day 2024
Franklin Pest Solutions Bug Squad and Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana enticed 55 Girl Scouts and guardians to Spark Day 2024 at the Dunes Learning Center in Porter, Ind., for an interactive event designed to expose young girls to careers in the sciences. Girl Scouts were able to interact with Casper, a female barn owl ambassador rescued by Humane Indiana, see beekeepers at work; talk with an entomologist; and even meet a high school student entrepreneur who created an insect-inspired card game in high school while continuing on as a Girl Scout through her senior year.
Joint Statement by Valparaiso Mayor Jon Costas and City Council President Robert Cotton
We stand together as leaders of Valparaiso to condemn the violence against former President Donald Trump and those attending the rally in Pennsylvania. Such actions have no place in our society. Violence, regardless of its target, is unacceptable and counterproductive to the values we hold dear. We urge all residents...
Restorative justice court program expands to south suburbs
SAUK VILLAGE, Ill. (CBS) – A program that gives some people who were convicted of a non-violent crime a second chance is expanding in south suburban Sauk Village.The program, Restorative Justice Community Court, helps young people clear their criminal record."The restorative justice program was something that I think this village needed," said David Fields, a Sauk Village resident.Fields said he's fully behind the Restorative Justice Community Court program that's coming to his community. "We have young people out here that get into things and only because of peer pressure," he said.The program is coming to the suburbs for the first time....
Dems to fill vacant board seat left by the late Dennis Deer
A group of West Side and Near South Side Democrats are meeting later this month to choose a successor to the late county Commissioner Dennis Deer. That selection process could be a family affair. Multiple sources close to the deliberations say Deer’s wife, Barbara, is among the interested candidates, as is the husband of Chicago City Clerk Anna Valencia and former 24th Ward Ald. Michael Scott, ...
Michigan City hosts AquaX Grand Prix, welcoming racers from around the world
Washington Park Beach buzzed with activity on Friday evening, as the AquaX Aquacross championship series descended on Michigan City. Featuring the world’s best Jet Ski riders in fast, action-packed competition across endurance and sprint races, the series is one of the fastest growing watercraft competitions in the world. Michigan...
Horizon Bank donates $3,000 to Franciscan Health Michigan City’s Center of Hope
The Franciscan Health Foundation of Northern Indiana recently received a $3,000 donation from Horizon Bank to support the Franciscan Health Michigan City Center of Hope program. “When you think about corporate sponsorship in the community, you think about Horizon and Franciscan,” said Steve Kring, regional president for Horizon Bank –...
La Porte Eyes Smoke and Vape Restrictions
(La Porte, IN) - LaPorte officials are looking to discourage the opening of additional smoke and vape shops they feel already exist here in great enough numbers. The city council Monday night was presented with a measure that requires any new smoke and vape shops received approval from the city’s Board of Zoning Appeals before opening.
Injured Worker Taken by Medical Helicopter
(Kingsbury, IN) - A medical helicopter was called this afternoon because of a serious workplace injury at Kingsbury Industrial Park. Initial reports indicate a 70 year old man suffered what was described by emergency responders as a “machinery laceration” at Industrial Maintenance Welding and Machining Co. on Second Line Road near Hupp Road.
More Costly Water/Sewer Upgrades Proposed
(La Porte, IN) - Another bite could be taken from the estimated $100 million in upgrades needed for LaPorte’s water and sewer systems that date back a century. A proposal to borrow $30 million for additional improvements to municipal water and sewer infrastructure was presented Monday night to the LaPorte City Council.
Marian Theatre Guild’s Auditions & Free Dance Classes for Dirty Rotten Scoundrels Performance
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels: The Musical AUDITION and DANCE CLASS information at Marian Theatre Guild. There’s still time to get in a couple dance rehearsals prior to auditions. Choreographer Susan Bobos will teach dances that may or may not be in the show, but most likely will be at the auditions. Dance classes are free and open to everyone ages 16+. In addition, you don’t even have to audition for show. Just put on your dancing shoes, dress comfortable and have fun. It’ll be warm in there so dress accordingly and bring water.
Fire Engulfs Pole Barn Today
(La Porte County, IN) - Firefighters this afternoon were called to a pole barn containing vehicles near Union Mills being engulfed in flames. Firefighters about 2:40 p.m. responded to 0231 W. 975 South. Multiple vehicles were reported to be inside the burning 50 X 80 structure. Volunteer firefighters from Noble...
Marquette Catholic edges MFL MarMac in playoff opener
The MFL MarMac softball team entered postseason play riding a two-game winning streak, but couldn’t sustain the momentum in a close 5-4 loss to Marquette Catholic in a July 8 Class 2A regional match-up. The Bulldogs scored two runs in each the fourth and fifth innings to grab a...
Empty Illinois Civil War Era House Has Hidden Underground Bunker
You never know what you'll discover when you explore a home that dates back to the Civil War era. That's what happened in Illinois not that long ago when urban explorers found that an abandoned house also included a hidden secret underground bunker. There's no exact location given other than...
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