Gary to launch mobile mental health pilot program
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The city of Gary, Indiana wants to limit residents negative interactions with police, and are now set to unveil a new pilot program. Rev. Dr. Rameen Jackson of the Interfaith Action Network, which is behind the pilot, talks more about a new mobile mental health unit that's in the works.

Kankakee County motorcycle crashes: Two people killed when motorcycle hits deer

The Coroner's Office said Jerry Adcock and Alyssa Sullivan were on a motorcycle near 14770 East and 12000 North Road in Grant Park around 2 a.m. when they hit a deer.

'Kool-Aid man challenge' resurfacing in Indiana
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A warning from police in Dyer, Indiana Monday who say they've been noticing the resurgence of a potentially dangerous viral trend among teens imitating a popular character.

Former Illinois DCFS employee, 14 others indicted in $3.2M fraud scheme

A former Illinois Department of Children and Family Services social worker and 14 individuals have been charged for their alleged involvement in a scheme to fraudulently acquire $3.2 million in state funds designated for childcare services.

Boy changing tire on I-80 struck by detached wheel

A boy was hospitalized for potentially life-threatening injuries after he was struck by a wheel on I-80 Tuesday morning. 

City of Gary to unveil electric bus fleet
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The City of Gary will be getting some new electric buses Monday to add to their fleet.

Woman found dead in East Chicago house fire
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A deadly house fire in Northwest Indiana is under investigation. The fire started Saturday evening. Firefighters found one woman dead inside.

IronWorkz hosts business incubator back-to-school event
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Nonprofit IronWorkz is hosting a small business back-to-school bash in Gary Saturday at 2 p.m. The group provides a collaborative environment and multipurpose co-working space for the community.