Hundreds rally at BP Whiting refinery amid contract dispute
Hundreds rallied outside the BP refinery in Whiting, Ind. to demand a fair contract for local steelworkers, according to the United Steel Workers.
Hundreds rallied outside the BP refinery in Whiting, Ind. to demand a fair contract for local steelworkers, according to the United Steel Workers.
Student arrested after threatening to 'shoot up' NW Indiana school
A student was arrested after threatening to “shoot up" a high school in northwest Indiana on Wednesday.
A student was arrested after threatening to “shoot up" a high school in northwest Indiana on Wednesday.
Lake County Flavor Fest highlights deals at Mickey Finn’s Brewery
Mickey Finn’s Brewery owner Brian Grano talks about the restaurant’s history, what sets it apart, and the special food and drink deals being offered during Lake County Flavor Fest.
Mickey Finn’s Brewery owner Brian Grano talks about the restaurant’s history, what sets it apart, and the special food and drink deals being offered during Lake County Flavor Fest.
Lake County K9 teams deliver 90 arrests, 35 finds in 2025 | ChicagoLIVE
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office k9 teams finished 2025 with a record of service, from drug busts to missing person recoveries and over 2,400 hours of specialized training.
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office k9 teams finished 2025 with a record of service, from drug busts to missing person recoveries and over 2,400 hours of specialized training.
Illinois man arrested, Indiana state trooper injured during police chase in Lake County
An Illinois man was arrested and an Indiana state trooper seriously injured during a police chase Monday in Lake County.
An Illinois man was arrested and an Indiana state trooper seriously injured during a police chase Monday in Lake County.
Gary declares itself open for business, eyes Chicago Bears
The Mayor of Gary, Indiana, declared his city open for business and is aiming to lure the Bears from Chicago.
The Mayor of Gary, Indiana, declared his city open for business and is aiming to lure the Bears from Chicago.
Vehicle slams into disabled semi on I-80/94, driver flown to Chicago hospital
New details released in a serious I-80/94 crash near Gary that shut down lanes and sent one driver to a Chicago hospital.
New details released in a serious I-80/94 crash near Gary that shut down lanes and sent one driver to a Chicago hospital.
Bears, Illinois lawmakers closer on stadium deal: sources
The Chicago Bears and Illinois lawmakers are close to agreement on key issues that would keep the team in-state and help kickstart an Arlington Heights stadium project, according to multiple sources close to the talks.
The Chicago Bears and Illinois lawmakers are close to agreement on key issues that would keep the team in-state and help kickstart an Arlington Heights stadium project, according to multiple sources close to the talks.
Fight continues over proposed Amazon data center in Hobart
The fight continues over a proposed Amazon data center in Hobart. On Thursday night, a public hearing will be held over a "fill permit." But keep in mind, Hobart City Council already approved a plan.
The fight continues over a proposed Amazon data center in Hobart. On Thursday night, a public hearing will be held over a "fill permit." But keep in mind, Hobart City Council already approved a plan.
Northwest Indiana officer returns to full duty after drunken driving arrest
A northwest Indiana officer who was arrested on a drunken driving charge last week has returned to full duty, according to the Lake County Sheriff's Department.
A northwest Indiana officer who was arrested on a drunken driving charge last week has returned to full duty, according to the Lake County Sheriff's Department.
Gary drug bust leads to arrest, guns and cocaine recovered
A convicted felon was arrested Wednesday after a narcotics investigation by the Lake County Sheriff’s Drug Task Force led officers to a home in Gary.
A convicted felon was arrested Wednesday after a narcotics investigation by the Lake County Sheriff’s Drug Task Force led officers to a home in Gary.
Gary's Freddie Gibbs joins Michael and Janet Jackson as Grammy winner
Gary just made music history! Freddie Gibbs becomes the city’s first rapper to win a Grammy.
Gary just made music history! Freddie Gibbs becomes the city’s first rapper to win a Grammy.
Gary's Freddie Gibbs wins a Grammy
Gary just made music history! Freddie Gibbs becomes the city’s first rapper to win a Grammy.
Gary just made music history! Freddie Gibbs becomes the city’s first rapper to win a Grammy.
Off-duty Lake County Sheriff’s officer charged with DUI: officials
An off-duty Lake County Sheriff's police officer is facing a DUI charge, according to Lake County, Ind. Sheriff's Department.
An off-duty Lake County Sheriff's police officer is facing a DUI charge, according to Lake County, Ind. Sheriff's Department.
Northwest Indiana police officer arrested on intoxicated driving charge, sheriff says
A Lake County Sheriff’s police officer was arrested Thursday night on a drunken driving charge, authorities said.
A Lake County Sheriff’s police officer was arrested Thursday night on a drunken driving charge, authorities said.
Gary police corporal arrested on DUI charges
A Gary police corporal was arrested last week on DUI charges, according to the Gary Police Department.
A Gary police corporal was arrested last week on DUI charges, according to the Gary Police Department.
Indiana lawmakers move forward on Bears stadium proposal
Indiana lawmakers advanced plans Thursday aimed at luring the Chicago Bears across state lines.
Indiana lawmakers advanced plans Thursday aimed at luring the Chicago Bears across state lines.
Indiana man charged with setting fire to Chicago-area apartment building
A Gary man was charged with arson after allegedly setting fire to an apartment complex in Carpentersville last November, heavily damaging the building and displacing dozens of residents.
A Gary man was charged with arson after allegedly setting fire to an apartment complex in Carpentersville last November, heavily damaging the building and displacing dozens of residents.
NW Indiana residents concerned about high utility bills
If you live in northwest Indiana, you may be concerned about your recent utility bills. NIPSCO already charges more for electricity than anyone else in the state.
If you live in northwest Indiana, you may be concerned about your recent utility bills. NIPSCO already charges more for electricity than anyone else in the state.
Gary releases stadium renderings as part of renewed push to lure Chicago Bears
Gary, Indiana is making its case in the race for the Chicago Bears. The city released new renderings highlighting three possible stadium sites — the West End Entertainment District, Buffington Harbor, and Miller Beach — as officials signal they’re ready for serious conversations. Mayor Eddie Melton explains why the locations are being shared now, how existing infrastructure and recent investment position Gary as a real option, and whether the city is also pursuing other major league teams if the Bears ultimately land elsewhere.
Gary, Indiana is making its case in the race for the Chicago Bears. The city released new renderings highlighting three possible stadium sites — the West End Entertainment District, Buffington Harbor, and Miller Beach — as officials signal they’re ready for serious conversations. Mayor Eddie Melton explains why the locations are being shared now, how existing infrastructure and recent investment position Gary as a real option, and whether the city is also pursuing other major league teams if the Bears ultimately land elsewhere.