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.

Rally pushes Arlington Heights bid to keep Bears in Illinois
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Community leaders and fans in Arlington Heights are rallying this week to urge state leaders to strengthen their offer as Indiana ramps up efforts to lure the Chicago Bears across state lines.

Lawsuit seeks to block Amazon data center permit in Hobart, Ind.

A lawsuit seeks to block Hobart from issuing a permit for a proposed Amazon data center after a heated plan commission meeting approved a fill permit.

Amber Alert canceled for missing Indiana boy

An Amber Alert was canceled for a 2-year-old boy reported missing Thursday afternoon in North Judson, Indiana.

'We want transparency before approvals happen': Residents oppose proposed $11 billion Amazon data center

The city of Hobart's plan commission approved a "fill permit" for Amazon. It's designed for a developer to dig, grade and excavate a site to determine if the property is viable for construction.

Fight continues over proposed Amazon data center in Hobart
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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. 

Protests over high NIPSCO bills outside of company's headquarters

A group of protesters stood outside NIPSCO's headquarters in Merrillville, Ind. on Wednesday. People are angry about their utility bills and they want financial relief.

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. 

NIPSCO customers protest amid investigation into billing discrepancies
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NIPSCO customers in northwest Indiana plan to protest as the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission investigates billing discrepancies tied to automated meter readings and a lack of customer notice.

Homeowners in these states may soon stop paying property taxes

Rising property tax bills and strong state revenues are prompting lawmakers in several states to consider cutting or eliminating property taxes.

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.

Dabrowski criticizes Gov. Pritzker over Illinois property taxes
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Illinois gubernatorial candidate Ted Dabrowski said Gov. J.B. Pritzker has failed to fulfill a campaign promise to lower the state’s high property taxes, which as of 2025, rank second-highest in the nation.

Gary's Freddie Gibbs wins a Grammy
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Gary just made music history! Freddie Gibbs becomes the city’s first rapper to win a Grammy.

BMX community mourns teen after fatal accident at Northwest Indiana track
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The BMX community in Northwest Indiana is grieving after a 13-year-old boy died from critical injuries he suffered at a local track over the weekend. 

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.