Mom in viral overdose photo celebrates 3 years of sobriety

A mother whose overdose photo went viral three years ago — after responding officers found her slumped over the in the front seat of her car, still holding a syringe, with her infant son in the back — has shared an incredible update celebrating three years of sobriety.

Boyfriend charged in triple murder, arson in Gary

A man is charged with shooting three people to death last week in northwest Indiana, then burning the crime scene.

UPDATE: Missing 6-year-old girl believed to be in 'extreme danger' found safe

UPDATE: The missing 6-year-old girl at the center of the Silver Alert has been found safe in New Jersey. Her father turned himself in to police, according to multiple reports.

Fighting Illini splash through rain for 24-6 win at Purdue

Dre Brown kept Illinois grounded Saturday. Cornerback Tony Adams scored all the points the Fighting Illini needed.   

Indiana agency: Steelmaker too slow to act on chemical spill

The state environmental agency said a northwestern Indiana steel mill knew it was leaking dangerous chemicals into Lake Michigan but failed to report the spill or act quickly to mitigate the risks.

Thunderstorms' high winds cut power to 50K in NW Indiana

Northern Indiana Public Service Co.'s website shows that about 49,000 of the utility's customers were out of power just before noon Monday.

Man dies two days after being hit by car in Whiting

A 66-year-old man died Saturday, two days after being hit by a vehicle in Whiting, Indiana.

Gary police officer shoots knife-wielding suspect: police

A Gary police officer shot an armed suspect Monday morning while responding to a call in northwest Indiana.

No. 9 Irish ride Jones' 176 yards to 30-27 victory over USC

No. 9 Notre Dame survived upset-minded Southern California by staying grounded in chilly Notre Dame Stadium on Saturday night.

1st month of Indiana sports betting draws $34.5M in wagers

The Indiana Gaming Commission says the opening month of sports betting at Indiana casinos attracted $34.5 million in wagers.

Police seek suspect in NW Indiana shooting

Authorities are looking for a man suspected of shooting another man Sunday in Michigan City, Indiana.

Recall: Ham and cheese wedge sandwiches recalled due to potential Listeria contamination

Lipari Foods issued a voluntary recall of Premo Ham & Cheese Wedge Sandwiches and Fresh Grab Ham & Cheese Wedge Sandwiches due to potential contamination of listeria monocytogenes, according to a company announcement posted on the FDA’s website. 

Lawsuit filed after man with concealed carry shot and killed by police

Angry family members gathered on the steps of City Hall in Gary Tuesday. They want to know why Gary police shot and killed a man with a concealed carry permit.