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As the attorney general’s deadline passes, most of Indiana’s ‘sanctuary cities’ appear unfazed
As the attorney general’s deadline passes, most of Indiana’s ‘sanctuary cities’ appear unfazed. Although the July 1 deadline that Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita set has passed, only one of four municipalities threatened with legal action if they did not rescind what he called their “illegal sanctuary city” policies appears to have made changes to comply.
Mascot Hall of Fame in NW Indiana to close
NOTE: The above video is from a 2021 segment covering the Mascot Hall of Fame. WHITING, Ind. — Get ready for a “Grand Fur-nale” from the hallowed hall of mascots. The Mascot Hall of Fame, located in Whiting, Ind., announced on social media Monday that they will close for good on Sept. 14 after over […]
Indiana American Water Donates Two Dump Trucks to City of Gary for Public Works
Indiana American Water gives back to the people of Gary creating safer roads for all. Indiana American Water, one of the state's leading providers of water and wastewater services, has announced its donation of two dump trucks to the City of Gary. The trucks can be used for any application the city sees fit but will be instrumental in supporting the city's snow removal efforts, particularly during the winter months when efficient snow plowing and salting operations are crucial for maintaining safe road conditions.
Residents of Calumet City say they're drowning in record property taxes
CALUMET CITY, Ill. (CBS) -- Calumet City residents packed a town hall meeting Monday night to complain about a record increase in their property taxes."I used to pay $3,500, but now I have $9,000 due," one man said. You tell me who's going to help me pay this bill."A woman said the consequences of the tax spike could be dire."We're on the verge of losing our house by the end of this year," she said. "How am I supposed to come up with an additional $6,000 in two months?"The homeowners pleaded for relief as the bills are due in just...
Ports Of Indiana Receives U.S. Customs Approval To Establish First Sea Cargo Container Port Serving Chicago Metropolitan Area
– U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has approved a proposal from Ports of Indiana-Burns Harbor to establish the first international sea cargo container terminal on. . This would create the only all-water container route for ocean vessels to serve the greater. Chicago. metropolitan area via the. Great Lakes. .
'An additional $6,000?': More Cook County residents confront assessor about property tax hike
COOK COUNTY - South suburban residents are expressing frustration and anger over soaring Cook County property taxes. Adrienne Hatton, who has been a resident of Markham for 17 years and currently finds herself surrounded by abandoned homes, is now struggling to meet her tax obligations. Hatton was one of 700...
Jason House and team announce candidacy for Dolton Village Board with ‘Clean House 25’ campaign
DOLTON, Ill. (July 22, 2014) — Senior Trustee Jason House officially announced his candidacy for Mayor of the embattled Village of Dolton. A news release emailed to The Lansing Journal said an announcement event is scheduled for Sunday, July 28, at 2 p.m. at the Free-N-Deed Food Pantry located at 14200 MLK Drive in Dolton.
Things to do in Lansing this week – July 22, 2024 edition
LANSING, Ill. (July 21, 2024) – The items in the Things To Do calendar below are public events compiled from a variety of community sources. They represent a diversity of ways to be involved this week. Click on each item to see additional details:. If your business, school, church,...
Approved 2025 budget represents $1.3 million increase over 2024
LANSING, Ill. (July 23, 2024) – The Village Board has given final approval to an ordinance that establishes a budget and appropriations for Fiscal Year 2025. The ordinance was approved by a vote of 5-0 (with Trustee Leo Valencia absent) at the Village Board’s July 16 meeting, which followed a public hearing on the matter that included a presentation by Finance Director Brian Hanigan.
Crossroads Unifies the Region: NWI Chamber Night at US Steel Yard
On July 17th approximately 350 members registered from chambers across Northwest Indiana (NWI) gathered at the US Steel Yard Stadium for an exciting evening of networking and baseball. Led by the Crossroads Chamber, the event brought together business professionals from 13 chambers across the region, making it a landmark gathering for fostering business-to-business connections.
Challenger Learning Center receives Community Project Funding
The Challenger Learning Center received $963,000 in federal funding to upgrade its Mission Control Centers, helping students simulate space travel. The post Challenger Learning Center receives Community Project Funding appeared first on Northwest Indiana Business Magazine.
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