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From WLFI, CBS Chicago and 13 more newsrooms, gathered by TMI, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. WLFI1 hour ago

    Intoxicated driver calls 911 on herself on I-65

    Chicago woman faces preliminary charges after driving 36 miles the wrong way

    Also reported byCBS Chicago

  2. The Journal Gazette2 hours ago

    Tuesday's Up Next: Nov. 3

    BASKETBALL

  3. Daily Herald4 hours ago

    Hammond mayor: Bears stadium situation ‘changing every second’

    Hammond Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr. said he had 14 cups of coffee before his presentation Friday morning. Whether the energy he brought was because of caffeine or his excitement about the Chicago Bears...

  4. GreatNews.Life5 hours ago

    Google Investment Brings New Fiber Optic Workforce Training Opportunities to Ivy Tech Valparaiso

    Ivy Tech Valparaiso to launch training program as part of $3 million Google gift to the Ivy Tech Foundation Ivy Tech Community College’s Valparaiso campus will expand workforce training opportunities in Northwest Indiana through a new initiative made possible by a $3 million investment from Google to the Ivy Tech Foundation. The investment will support … Continued

  5. WGN-TV5 hours ago

    Midday Fix: Live music from Steepwater Band

    Steepwater Band Members Jeff Massey ~ lead vocals / guitarsJoe Winters ~ drums / percussionEric Saylors ~ guitars / lap steel / backing vocalsJoe Bishop ~ bass / backing vocals Chris Grove ~ Keyboard https://www.steepwater.com Check Out: XRock’s Rock the Region Saturday, November 7, 6:30 p.m. Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana 5400 West 29th Ave.

  6. The Chicago Crusader5 hours ago

    Black Chamber to help storm victims rebuild and recover

    The Black Chamber of Commerce of Northwest Indiana will host a free community recovery event Thursday, November 5, to help residents and small business owners affected by severe weather connect with financial assistance, disaster recovery programs and resources for future emergencies. The event, “From Recovery to Resilience,” begins at noon at Hidden Lake Park Pavilion,

  7. The Times of Northwest Indiana7 hours ago

    Northwest Indiana man accused of failing to help puppy in distress

    A man living in his van with two adult dogs and a litter of puppies is accused of failing to help a puppy with an electrical wire around its neck.

  8. The Lansing Journal7 hours ago

    Calumet Revisited forum to discuss Hegewisch Marsh, Marian R. Byrnes Park

    Lauren Umek, senior project manager at the Chicago Park District, will provide an update on two parks Nov. 3 at the forum.

  9. GreatNews.Life7 hours ago

    Bath Fitter vs Re-Bath: What Northwest Indiana Homeowners Should Actually Know Before Choosing

    Most homeowners researching bathroom remodeling eventually end up comparing Bath Fitter and Re-Bath. That makes sense honestly. They are two of the biggest national names people see online once they start searching for shower replacements, tub conversions, or bathroom updates. By the time homeowners around Valparaiso, Crown Point, Schererville, or Merrillville finish scrolling through ads … Continued

  10. The Chicago Crusader7 hours ago

    Gary launches land sale program to revitalize neighborhoods

    The City of Gary has launched a new land sale initiative aimed at returning vacant and underused properties to productive use, expanding redevelopment opportunities and encouraging investment in neighborhoods that have experienced years of disinvestment. Announced October 22, GrowIN Gary provides an online platform where residents, developers and investors can view available properties, examine an

  11. The Times of Northwest Indiana11 hours ago

    Year 4 of Roger Powell Jr. era begins with plenty to prove for Valparaiso men’s basketball

    A bevy of familiar faces are back for Valparaiso men’s basketball in Year 4 of Roger Powell Jr.’s tenure as head coach. The Beacons believe they have lots to prove.

  12. The Chicago Crusader11 hours ago

    Legacy Foundation Awards $4 Million for Lake County Improvements

    The Legacy Foundation has announced $4 million in grants to support improvements to parks, recreational facilities, public gathering spaces and community destinations throughout Lake County, Indiana. The funding, awarded through the foundation’s Love Where You Live initiative, will benefit seven communities: Gary, Hammond, Hobart, Griffith, Highland, Lowell and New Chicago. The grant recipients were announced

  13. South Bend Tribune14 hours ago

    Vote here in October 30-31 South Bend Tribune Athlete of the Week poll

    One combined poll between football players and cross country runners is now live. Unlimited voting is open through 5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5.

  14. WIMS AM 142017 hours ago

    Portage Police Department warns of phone scam

    The Portage Police Department is warning residents of a phone scam. “Our department has received several calls recently regarding a scam in which residents are being contacted via telephone and told they need to pay bail for someone they know who is in jail,” PPD said on their Facebook page. “Jail staff will NOT call you and ask you to pay someone’s bail over the phone. If you receive a call like this, it is a scam. Scammers may use real names, claim to be law enforcement, or provide convincing details to make their calls seem legitimate. Do not provide

  15. WIMS AM 142017 hours ago

    VFW Post 2511 in Porter to host free Veterans Supper on Saturday Nov 14

    Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2511 will host a free Veterans Supper at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, at the post, located at 1290 Wagner Road in Porter, the Town of Chesterton announced on its Facebook page. The event is open to all veterans and their guests, including children and grandchildren of veterans. The menu will include turkey and ham with a variety of sides. RSVP by Monday, Nov. 9. See the flyer for additional details. “Veterans Day will be observed this year on Wednesday, Nov. 11, and the veterans of VFW Post 2511 wish to extend their gratitude for

  16. The Torch17 hours ago

    Student production eases on down into new territory

    This semester, students from across Valparaiso University have been hard at work on a production of “The Wizard of Oz.” They’ve spent this time rehearsing and doing behind-the-scenes preparation. Now,

  17. CBS Chicago18 hours ago

    Police seek information after 2 men killed outside bar in East Chicago

    Police say one of the men died on the scene, and the other at the hospital. Both were found with semi-automatic weapons nearby. While the motive remains unclear, police do believe there is another shooter still on the run.

  18. Telemundo Chicago19 hours ago

    Tiroteo afuera de bar en East Chicago deja dos muertos y alarma entre residentes

    Las víctimas tenían 20 y 36 años. La policía encontró armas semiautomáticas junto a sus cuerpos y busca información que ayude a esclarecer el crimen.

  19. WKVI Information Center21 hours ago

    Nov 3-Food Distribution Day at St. Thomas Church

    The Society of St. Vincent De Paul and Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Gary will be sponsoring a Food Distribution event on Tuesday, November 3rd starting at 10 am until all supplies are gone. Take along your ID for proof of Indiana residency.

  20. Telemundo Chicago22 hours ago

    Dos muertos en tiroteo en un bar del noroeste de Indiana

    Después de una noche de Halloween, ocurrieron 32 disparos en las cercanías de un bar de East Chicago, en noroeste de Indiana y dos personas murieron.

  21. The Journal Gazette22 hours ago

    Homestead girls are preseason No. 2 in IBCA poll

    The Homestead girls are ranked No. 2 in the preseason IBCA poll, which was released Sunday.

  22. The Times of Northwest IndianaYesterday

    Hobart man identified as victim of fatal apartment fire

    Authorities have identified the 34-year-old man who died following a Monday apartment fire in Hobart.

  23. The Times of Northwest IndianaYesterday

    Final opportunity to vote early in Indiana is Monday morning

    Early voting is still available for a half-day Monday at 11 locations in Lake County, seven sites in Porter County, and four LaPorte County polling places.

  24. WIMS AM 1420Yesterday

    Oakhill Road closure Monday in Portage

    In Portage, Oakhill Road will be closed from Waverly Rd. to Morningside Dr. on Monday, November 2nd from 7:00 am until 4:00 pm. NIPSCO has contracted a tree trimming company to perform vegetation mitigation. Portage police ask drivers to seek an alternate route.

  25. Hometown News NowOct. 31

    Slicers Stay Alive, Punch Ticket to Sectional Finals

    (La Porte, IN) - La Porte put a lackluster regular season behind them Friday night and came out on fire in their Sectional opener against Goshen. The Slicers’ hot start included fo...