Thursday, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan sent a letter to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) requesting an investigation into the power outages following the derecho that struck Northwest Indiana on August 11, 2026. The text of the letter is below and a pdf is available here. “I write to request that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), in coordination with 

In Lake County there are ramp, lane and shoulder closures for the I-94 and State Road 912/Cline Ave interchange for multiple projects. The ramp from northbound State Road 912 to westbound I-94 remains closed through approximately September 20 for bridge deck overlays over the Little Calumet River, State Road 912, and I-94. The detour directs drivers to eastbound I-94 and

Today Sunny, with a high near 79.   Tonight Partly cloudy, with a low around 62.   Saturday A 30 percent chance of showers, mainly after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 82.   Saturday Night A 30 percent chance of showers, mainly after 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 65.   Sunday A 30 percent chance of

LA PORTE- Family Advocates is proud to announce the launch of The Supply Spot, a new student resource providing free access to essential personal-care items for students at La Porte Middle School and Kesling Intermediate. Located in the Family Advocates school-based mentoring room at La Porte Middle School, The Supply Spot is available to all students at both schools who

Join us for a celebration of art and community featuring professional networking, an adults-only evening social, and our signature family-friendly festival.​ Whether you're an arts professional looking to connect with colleagues, an adult seeking a creative night out, or a family wanting hands-on art experiences, Art Blitz Weekend brings our community together through the power of creativity. Three unique experiences,