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News Release, South Shore Line: South Shore Line passengers are advised that delays are possible as a result of a Metra/South Shore Line joint construction project on Metra tracks in Chicago beginning July 13 through July 21, 2024. Riders should prepare for delays and allow for extra travel time. For the latest details on specific delays during this period, passengers should regularly check the Service Updates section at mysouthshoreline.com. The joint project will add a fourth track and platform between Millennium Station and Museum Campus/11th St. in Chicago to accommodate the expansion of SSL’s train service into downtown. It will

The Indiana Department of Transportation announced that U.S. 231 will be closed between County Road West 700 South and County Road West 750 South on or after Monday, July 15 through early September for a bridge deck overlay over Watson Ditch. The official detour will follow State Road 114 and I-65. Follow WIMS on Facebook and check back at wimsradio.com for the latest roadwork updates.

PORTER COUNTY, Ind. - An Indiana Department of Transportation contractor will close State Road 2 between Boone Grove Road and Division Road on or after Monday, July 15. State Road 2 will be closed through early September for a small structure replacement. Motorists should seek an alternate route. The official detour will follow State Road 8, State Road 49 and U.S. 30.

An 18-year-old Porter resident died in a crash on the 4th of July, the Portage Department announced on Monday. On Thursday July 4 at about 1:15 p.m. Officers of the Portage Police Department were dispatched to the intersection of State Road 149 and County Road 1000 North in reference to a roll-over motor vehicle crash. Upon arrival, officers located a Toyota Rav 4 in the ditch on the west side of the road north of this intersection. The juvenile driver of the vehicle was transported from the scene with minor injuries, and he was released from the hospital a short

A Westville man died in a crash Monday morning in La Porte County. At 5:24 a.m., deputies responded to State Road 2 and County Road 500 West, for a single vehicle crash. The initial on-scene investigation determined that a 2015 Kia was traveling westbound on State Road 2. The vehicle left the northside of the roadway and began traveling in a northwest direction. The vehicle crashed into a tree located on the northwest corner of the intersection of State Road 2 and County Road 500 West. The driver was identified as 62-year-old George M. Dobos of Westville, was found inside

The Duneland Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the winners of their Annual Community Awards. This event is taking place from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm at the Spa Special Events Center. Everyone is welcome to join us in celebrating the remarkable contributions of organizations, businesses, and individuals within our community. Award Categories and Honorees are as follows: Putting Duneland on the Map Award: Joseph S. Pete Business Renovation Award: Wise Guys Liquors; Ruff Luxury Inn at the Dunes New Construction Award: Duneland School Corporation Humanitarian of the Year: Jim Trout; Ben & Sonya Welton Volunteer of the Year:

NiSource Inc. (NYSE: NI) subsidiaries Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC (NIPSCO), Columbia Gas of Ohio, Inc., Columbia Gas of Kentucky, Inc. and Columbia Gas of Virginia, Inc. were named among the most trusted utility brands by Escalent, following its 2024 Cogent Syndicated Utility Trusted Brand & Customer Engagement: Residential study. The ranking recognized only 33 brands nationwide, with the NiSource companies securing three of the positions. This year, Columbia Gas of Kentucky, Inc. and Columbia Gas of Virginia, Inc. (referred to in the study as Columbia Gas South), Columbia Gas of Ohio, Inc. and NIPSCO all scored above 700,

The fun continues with day 3 of the LaPorte County Fair! See below for a detailed schedule of events set to take place later today, Monday, July 8th. (times may be subject to change) Monday, July 8, 2024 Gates Open at 10am Senior Day 9:00am: 4-H Horse and Pony Judging begins (Horse and Pony Arena) 10:00am: 4-H Chicken Flying Contest 10:00am: Bear Hollow Wood Carvers (Entrance of Pioneerland) 10:00am -7:00pm: The Curious Kids Trail and Tractor Trail 10:00am: All Buildings Open, Petting Zoo Open 11:00am: Live Shark Encounter 12:00: Pioneerland Opens 12:00: Story Time with the Queen 1:00pm: Bear Hollow

This morning at 5:24 AM, deputies responded to State Road 2 and CR 500 West, reference a single vehicle crash. The initial on-scene investigation completed by Deputy Sawyer Laffoon and assisting deputies determined the following had occurred. A white 2015 Kia was traveling westbound on SR 2. The vehicle left the north side of the roadway and began traveling in a northwest direction. The vehicle crashed into a tree located on the northwest corner of the intersection of SR 2 and CR 500 West. The driver (lone occupant), George M. DOBOS (62 YOA) of Westville, was found inside the vehicle

 The Sinai Forum at Purdue University Northwest (PNW) announced the lineup of notable speakers to be featured in its 2024 season. The series will feature renowned personalities who will engage in topics from politics and constitutional law to conservation, comedy and mental health. Liz Cheney, who formerly served as the U.S. representative for Wyoming’s at-large congressional district from 2017 to 2023, opens the season on Sept. 15. Her program will take place at Stardust Event Center, Blue Chip Casino, Hotel & Spa, Michigan City, Indiana. Cheney served as Vice Chair of the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6 Attack on

Franciscan Health Crown Point is now offering patients with aortic valve stenosis a minimally invasive valve replacement procedure that speeds recovery time. Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is a minimally invasive treatment for aortic valve stenosis, a narrowing of the aortic valve which blocks the flow of blood to the body, requiring the heart to work harder. Deanna Frank, 74, of Crown Point was the first patient to undergo the TAVR procedure at Franciscan Health Crown Point earlier this year. Frank said she started having trouble breathing nearly four years ago. “I couldn’t breathe or walk more than 50 feet

Indiana Department of Transportation maintenance crews will conduct seal coating operations resulting in a road closure on U.S. 421 beginning on or after Monday, July 8. U.S. 421 will be closed between U.S. 30 and State Road 8 for approximately three days. The detour will follow U.S. 30, State Road 39 and State Road 8. Through traffic should utilize the detour or seek an alternate route. Local access will be maintained so traffic should exercise caution and follow directions carefully in the area where work is occurring. This work is weather dependent, and the schedule is subject to change. 

The fun continues with day 2 of the LaPorte County Fair! See below for a detailed schedule of events set to take place later today, Sunday, July 7th. (times may be subject to change) Sunday, July 7, 2024 Gates Open at 10am 8:30am: 4-H Goat Judging begins (Livestock Arena) 10:00am: Rabbit Showmanship (Rabbit Barn) 10:00am-6:00pm: The Curious Kids Trail and Tractor Trail 11:00am: Old Time Church Service (School House) 12:00pm: Pioneerland Opens 12:00pm: Oakley The Tree Man 12:30pm: Live Shark Encounter 2:00pm: Royal Bengal Tigers Show (Grandstand) 3:00pm: Live Shark Encounter 4:00pm: 4-H County Bred Steer and Dairy Feeder Steer

Passengers are advised the South Shore Line intends to operate its regular weekend/holiday train schedule throughout the NASCAR Chicago Street Race taking place in Grant Park on Saturday-Sunday, July 6-7: Any disruptions or changes in service will be promptly posted to the SSL website, the South Shore mobile app, and via email/text notifications (click here to sign up). The South Shore Line reserves the right to remove disorderly passengers. Disorderly conduct includes, but is not limited to, public indecency/nudity, and drunken or disruptive conduct.

La Porte Police arrested a man just hours after seeking the public’s help on social media. In just under 8 hours, after police made their “Wanted Wednesday Post” on Facebook, police took 38-year-old Dustin Mueller into custody. Mueller was wanted by the La Porte Police Department on 5 active arrest warrants including Possession of Methamphetamine and Resisting Law Enforcement. Cpl. Jaskowiak received information from another agency about a possible location of Mueller. This information was quickly relayed to our on duty patrol units who located him within 30 minutes of receiving the tip. “If you have information about a wanted

LAKE COUNTY, Ind. - The Indiana Department of Transportation will host a public hearing the evening of Thursday, July 11 regarding a proposed intersection improvement project for U.S. 231 and Parrish Avenue. The proposed project involves the construction of a roundabout with dual lane approaches on U.S. 231 and single lane approaches on Parrish Ave. The existing signal infrastructure will be removed, and new signing and lighting will be added. Each approach leg will have a splitter island to separate and manage traffic approaching the center island. Each quadrant of the intersection will have pedestrian sidewalks with buffers, and the

Franciscan Health Dyer and Franciscan Health Olympia Fields were both recently named Bariatric Centers of Excellence (COE) by Optum. Bariatric departments belonging to the Optum bariatric COE program perform more successful bariatric procedures than many other facilities nearby. The Optum COEs also have fewer complications and readmissions, with 15% lower mortality rates, 16% lower inpatient hospital readmission, 12% lower reoperation rate for bariatric procedures and $4,239 lower average cost per surgical episode. To ensure COEs continue to meet professional standards for top specialty care, Optum takes the added step of annually reviewing and recertifying each bariatric COE program. Bariatric services

LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. - Indiana Department of Transportation maintenance crews will conduct seal coating operations resulting in a road closure on U.S. 421 beginning on or after Monday, July 8. U.S. 421 will be closed between U.S. 30 and State Road 8 for approximately three days. The detour will follow U.S. 30, State Road 39 and State Road 8. Through traffic should utilize the detour or seek an alternate route. Local access will be maintained so traffic should exercise caution and follow directions carefully in the area where work is occurring. This work is weather dependent, and the schedule is

The following is a statement from the La Porte County Sheriff's Office about their participation in Operation Dry Water: The July 4th holiday means time on the water for boaters across La Porte County. The heightened public presence on the water can lead to an increase in boating incidents, and even fatalities. In response, from July 4 - 6, the La Porte County Sheriff’s Office will be participating in the national Operation Dry Water awareness and enforcement campaign. During this time, Marine Patrol Deputies will prioritize educating boaters about safe practices, including the importance of sober boating. As the leading

City Hall of Michigan City will be closed Thursday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. The Michigan City Transit and Refuse departments will be closed as well, meaning bus service will not run on Thursday, nor will trash and compost pick-up. Trash and compost pickup will resume on Friday, July 5; and any incomplete routes will be finished on Saturday, July 6.