East Chicago man arrested in connection with Illinois interstate shooting

Indiana State Police arrested a man early Friday in East Chicago who was wanted in connection with a recent interstate shooting in Illinois.

Indiana student admits Valentine’s Day shooting plot

A transgender high school student in Indiana accused of plotting a Valentine’s Day mass shooting has reached a plea deal.

Indiana governor calls special session to redraw congressional map amid Trump pressure

Indiana Gov. Mike Braun has called a special legislative session to consider redrawing the state’s congressional districts, a move that follows intense national pressure from President Donald Trump.

'Our little boo': Franciscan Health babies celebrate their first Halloween

Babies in the NICU at Franciscan Health Crown Point and Family Birth Center at Franciscan Health Dyer are celebrating their first Halloween with costumes and photo shoots.  

Indiana lawmaker responds to Illinois counties’ push to join her state | ChicagoLIVE
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Democratic State Rep. Ragen Hatcher of Gary, Indiana, joined ChicagoLIVE to discuss a controversial proposal that would allow dozens of Illinois counties to secede and become part of Indiana.

Indiana residents push back on rising water bills
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Residents in Valparaiso, Indiana are speaking out over sharp increases in their water and sewer bills — some seeing hikes of more than 20% this year alone. "ChicagoLIVE" speaks with Stu Summers from the community group It’s the Same Water, which is urging local officials to explore more affordable options for families struggling with the rising costs.

Squirrel chase leaves husky stranded high up a tree

In a surprising rescue in northern Indiana, a husky named Aurora gave her family and neighbors quite a scare after she climbed high into a tree while chasing a squirrel.

Semi driver charged in deadly crash
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Police in Portage, Indiana are investigating a deadly crash that left one person dead and another arrested.

Students revitalize park in Gary, Indiana
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Every change starts somewhere. In Gary, Indiana, it started with an old playground. Rust turned into roots when two natives decided to care. And what they built now grows far beyond them.

10 arrested after drug bust at northwest Indiana home, sheriff says

Following a lengthy investigation, authorities arrested 10 people during a raid on a northwest Indiana home long suspected of drug trafficking.

Breakfast club turns NW Indiana McDonald?s into community hub
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A group of longtime friends gathers daily at a Schererville McDonald?s, showing how morning coffee and breakfast can create lasting connections and a sense of community.

Gary K-9 officer fatally shot in the line of duty
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A Gary K-9 officer was fatally shot while trying to apprehend a fleeing subject Thursday afternoon.