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Today A chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 81. Southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.   Tonight A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm between 7pm and 4am, then showers after 4am. Low around 65. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.   Thursday Showers likely, with thunderstorms also possible after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 77. Southwest wind around

News Release, City of Valparaiso:  The City of Valparaiso has launched a new online Neighborhood Hub, updating the previous Neighborhood Directory with an interactive map, neighborhood profiles and easy access to neighborhood resources. "The new Neighborhood Hub is an excellent way to connect with your own neighbors as well as neighborhoods citywide," said Community Engagement Director Maggie Clifton. "By making neighborhood information more accessible, we hope to encourage stronger connections and greater involvement.” The Neighborhood Hub makes it easy for residents to search by address to find their neighborhood and explore information about neighborhood organizations and contacts. Designed by Community

MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. – Registration will open on Wednesday, August 19 at noon (Central), for fall art classes and workshops for kids, teens and adults at Lubeznik Center for the Arts (LCA). LCA's fall 2026 education lineup includes a wide variety of engaging classes for every age and skill level. Adult classes include: Abstract Painting I & II Building Foundations of Art Sandcastle Writers Mixed Media Mornings Contemporary Art: Can Art Heal the World? LCA's youth classes offer a vibrant mix of creative opportunities, including Exploring Watercolor and Character Design. We're also excited to introduce two new workshops for teens 16+ and adults: Thinking Inside and

MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. – Board-certified endocrinologist and internal medicine physician Hasan Qutob, MD, FAEC, is now part of the Franciscan Physician Network and is accepting new patients in Michigan City. Dr. Qutob earned his medical degree from Damascus University in Syria. He completed internal medicine residency at the University of Illinois at Chicago and completed his fellowship in endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. His clinical interests include diabetes, thyroid disease and calcium metabolism. In addition to English, Dr. Qutob is also fluent in Arabic. Dr. Qutob is accepting new patients for in-person and virtual visits

The Indiana DNR released the following news release regarding "Hunting of Bobcats and Increase in Statewide Season Quota": The Indiana Natural Resources Commission (NRC) has opened its second public comment period for proposed changes to the bobcat season rule. This is the last comment period before the NRC votes to adopt, reject, or modify the proposed changes. Proposed changes include adding hunting in addition to trapping and increasing the season quota to 400 bobcats. Public comments can be submitted online through Aug. 27 by going to IN.gov/nrc/rules/rulemaking-docket and clicking on the link to submit comments under “Rule Name: Hunting of

The Michigan City Police Department is hosting National Night Out tonight beginning at 5:00 p.m. "National Night Out is an opportunity to strengthen relationships, build trust, and bring law enforcement and the community together in a positive and welcoming environment," MCPD said on their Facebook page. "Bring the family, meet the people who serve our community, and help us continue building strong police-community partnerships." See the flyer for additional details.

PORTER COUNTY, Ind. - A semi tractor trailer traveling west on I80/90 near mile marker 28 overturned for unknown reasons and partially entered a pond nearby along the north side of the Interstate on Sunday evening, according to the Liberty Volunteer Fire Department. The crash happened just after 6:50 p.m. Chief Brian Duncan arrived on scene and found an overturned semi lying on its driver side. The cab was partially submerged in the pond. The driver was able to self-extricate and escaped major injuries, but later was treated for general pain. Fire personnel quickly worked to contain the hazardous spill

The La Porte County Sheriff's Office announced the retirement of Deputy John Samuelson's K9 partner, Bosco, and released the following statement: Near the beginning of the year, agency administrators began discussing the future of K9 Bosco with Deputy Jon Samuelson, including whether he wished to continue serving as a K9 handler after Bosco’s retirement. At the time, Bosco was still performing at a remarkably high level.  Although he had previously transitioned to a single-purpose narcotics detection K9, he had begun showing subtle signs of aging. Deputy Samuelson expressed his commitment and desire to continue as a K9 handler with a

Today Sunny, with a high near 82. Southwest wind around 5 mph. Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 64. South wind around 5 mph. Wednesday A chance of showers between 1pm and 4pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 81. Southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Wednesday Night Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Low around 65. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Thursday Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before 7am, then showers likely between

PORTER AND LA PORTE COUNTY, Ind. - Indiana Department of Transportation contractor Rieth-Riley Construction Co Inc will have additional lane and road closures on State Road 2 starting in the next two weeks.   On or after Monday, August 10, State Road 2 will be reduced to one lane between C.R. 600 N and Old S.R. 2 for a bridge deck overlay preventive maintenance project over CSX Railroad. Temporary signals will be installed to direct traffic, and the road will be reduced to one lane through late October.   State Road 2 will fully close to traffic at the southern

August 2026 Food Bank of Northern Indiana Mobile Food Distributions   Wednesday, August 5, 2026 – St. Joseph County 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ET *While supplies last. Where: Walnut Grove, 2717 Woodmere Ln., South Bend, IN 46615 *This distribution is sponsored by Kroger and will serve 250 households.   Friday, August 7, 2026 – Marshall County 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. ET *While supplies last. Where: Bourbon Helping Hands, 204 N. Washington St., Bourbon, IN 46504 *This distribution is sponsored by Pokagon Band of Potawatomi and will serve 150 households.   Monday, August 10, 2026 – Elkhart County 2

Illinois Man and Indiana Woman Sentenced Respectively to 70 Months and 16 Months in Prison For Selling Unapproved Drugs in Interstate Commerce SOUTH BEND – Yesterday, Matthew J. Kawa, 48 years old, of Grant Park, Illinois, and his sister Jennifer L. Stechkober, 32 years old, of Michigan City, Indiana, were sentenced by United States District Court Judge Cristal C. Brisco after pleading guilty to introducing unapproved new drugs into interstate commerce with the intent to defraud and mislead, announced United States Attorney Adam L. Mildred. Additionally, Kawa pled guilty to illegally importing merchandise into the United States. Kawa was sentenced

Barbara Lingus, 92, Michigan City, Indiana, passed away Friday, July 31, 2026 at 12:45 am in Brickyard Healthcare Center, La Porte, IN. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel, 418 Washington St., Michigan City, IN with  Brother Shaun Gray CSC officiating. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery.  Visitation will be from 9:00 am - 11:00 am, Wednesday at the funeral chapel. Contributions may be made to the Michiana Humane Society, 722 Indiana Highway 212, Michigan City, IN 46360 . To sign a guest book and leave condolences online visit our web

On Friday, Gov. Mike Braun announced the establishment of the Office of Cybersecurity within the Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS). "We are not going to sit around hoping a cyberattack doesn't happen," said Gov. Braun. "My administration is working proactively with entities in which a cyberattack could have serious consequences to the daily lives of Hoosiers, especially critical infrastructure owners and operators. We want to be partners with them in this fight to make sure our communities stay safe and fully operational." The Indiana Department of Homeland Security says that following the sunset of the Indiana Executive Council on

The Kankakee River Basin and Yellow River Basin Development Commission released the following statement this past Friday:  The Kankakee River Basin and Yellow River Basin Development Commission (“the Commission”) today received the final federal permit needed to remove and preserve State Line Bridge, a decades-old obstruction to floodwater and debris on the Kankakee River at the Indiana-Illinois state line. The approximately $2.5 million project is expected to begin this fall and be completed by December. “I was chair of a previous Kankakee commission way back in the late 1970s, and we dreamed of removing the thing even then,” said Commission

Today Sunny, with a high near 80.   Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 63.   Tuesday Sunny, with a high near 83.   Tuesday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 67.   Wednesday A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 83

MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. – Franciscan Health Michigan City is hosting a two-day suicide intervention workshop aimed at helping those at risk stay safe. LivingWorks Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is a two-trainer workshop designed for members of all caregiver groups. Family, friends and other community members may be the first to talk with a person at risk but have little or no training. ASIST provides that training while helping those in formal roles with professional development to ensure they are prepared to provide suicide first aid. The course focuses on teaching suicide first aid to help a person at

HAMMOND and WESTVILLE, Ind. — Area families looking for help obtaining school supplies ahead of the new academic year are invited to visit Purdue University Northwest’s (PNW) free “Roaring Back to School” school-supply giveaway events on Aug. 6 and 7 at PNW’s Hammond and Westville campuses. The events are open to families with children in kindergarten through 12th grade. Visitors will be able to collect various back-to-school essentials, including writing utensils, notebooks, folders, art supplies and more. Students must be present to receive school supplies and are encouraged to bring a bag to collect their items. Attendees can enjoy refreshments

🥚🌽🥕 Share Your Summer Harvest! Do your happy hens have you swimming in fresh eggs? Is your sweet corn or garden overflowing with fresh produce this summer? Operation Feed LaPorte County is accepting donations of farm-fresh eggs, sweet corn, and fresh garden produce for our Food Pantry Distribution Day. Whether you have tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, zucchini, sweet corn, or extra eggs, your generosity will help provide healthy, nutritious food to local families throughout LaPorte County. We are incredibly grateful for every donation, big or small. Your kindness helps us continue our mission of feeding our community and makes a lasting impact on families

In St. Joseph County, the Southbound US 31 Toll Road entry ramp is closed and a detour is in place. • Access: No ITR access from US 31 when traveling southbound. Exit ramp remains open. The South Bend West (Exit 72) entry ramp to the Indiana Toll Road from US 31 SB will be closed from now–September 12 for bridge repairs. A detour is in place, follow signage to access I-80/90. Detour: • Drive south on US 31 • Take the South Bend–Airport Exit • Take the 80–90 Toll Road | US 31 North ramp (next exit) • Go north