Free Groceries Still Available as SNAP Rules Change in Gary and Northwest Indiana

February could bring added strain for households across Gary and Northwest Indiana as new federal food assistance rules take effect. Starting Feb. 1, expanded work requirements under federal law now apply to some Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipients,

Chicago Bears stadium bill passes Indiana Senate, but changes likely

The Indiana Senate approved a stadium authority bill that would help bring the Chicago Bears to Northwest Indiana Wednesday.
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Northwest Indiana BMX Scene Shattered As Hebron Teen, 13, Dies In Hobart Crash

The Lake County Coroner's Office ruled Ball-Reed's death an accident and listed the cause as "multiple blunt force injuries," according to NBC Chicago. Hobart police, Hobart firefighters, and the Portage Fire Department all responded to the crash.

13-year-old rider dies following incident at northwest Indiana BMX park

A 13-year-old boy died after an incident at a BMX park in Hobart, Indiana, the Lake County Coroner’s Office said on Sunday. Oliver Ball-Reed, of Hebron, was critically injured at Steel Wheels BMX on Saturday and taken to St.

Indiana Landmarks grants aid preservation efforts in Lake and Porter counties

Indiana Landmarks offered a number of grants in Northwest Indiana to save meaningful places in 2025. Grants supported efforts ranging from architectural assessments and repairs at historic structures to programs, workshops, videos, and digital walking tours promoting preservation and heritage.

Indiana state senate advances Northwest Indiana Stadium Authority to lure Chicago Bears

The Indiana state senate has advanced a bill designed to lure the Chicago Bears to build a new stadium in Northwest Indiana. It will go to the state house before making it to the governor's desk.
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Mail Scattered on I-65 After Semi-Truck Crash Causes Major Delays in Northwest Indiana

A semi-truck carrying US mail crashed on I-65 in Indiana, causing major delays and scattering mail on the road. Cleanup was expected to take several hours.

13-year-old BMX rider dies after accident at Northwest Indiana track

Steel Wheels BMX says 13-year-old Oliver Ball-Reed died after suffering critical injuries during a race Saturday. Oliver was a longtime rider at the track and often raced alongside his younger brother. Hebron Middle School says counselors are available to support students and staff.

Northwest Indiana woman taking care of person with disabilities charged with DUI, neglect

PORTER COUNTY, Ind. — A Northwest Indiana woman was charged with a DUI while on the job caring for a person with disabilities, according to police. Montisha Brown, of Crown Point, is facing three charges after she reportedly ran out of gas Friday evening.