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Due to increased demand, South Shore Line’s (SSL) Bikes on Trains program schedule has now expanded to eighteen total weekday trains. This program was previously offered on two morning and two evening rush-hour weekday trains in addition to select weekend trains.Bike icons can be found on the SSL timetable next to specific train times that run equipped with bike-racks. Bike-rack equipped train cars are also clearly marked with a bike symbol prominently located on the windows of the car. Bikes are not permitted during special Chicago events such as Lollapalooza and the Chicago Air & Water Show. For more information on

On February 21st, Detective’s from the La Porte Police Dept. obtained an arrest warrant for one Gerald Yaw for the charges of  three counts of Child Molesting; where def. is at least 21 yrs. of age and  two counts of Child Molesting; Fondling or touching with a child under 14 yrs. of age. The investigation of this case began on October 4th with lead investigator Detective Erin Jenkins. After an in-depth investigation Detective Erin Jenkins presented her findings to the LaPorte County Prosecuting Attorney Julian Havens and subsequently LaPorte County Circuit Court found probable cause for the arrest of Gerald Yaw. On

The Indiana Sheriffs’ Youth Ranch and La Porte County Sheriff’s Office  are searching for dozens of 2020 Student Advisors For Educating Tomorrow’s Youth (S.A.F.E.T.Y) Leaders for their Youth Ranch now under development for future law enforcement officers, at-risk kids, young witnesses and victims of crime. Middle school and high school students who have attended local public safety camps across the state will be asked to give guidance on proposed facilities, programs and policies of the new Indiana Sheriffs’ Youth Ranch being developed in rural Clay County between Greencastle and Terre Haute, said La Porte County Sheriff John Boyd. Sheriff Boyd said the

The South Shore Line said in a statement that NICTD will hold a workshop with the Michigan City City Council at 6 p.m. Wednesday at City Hall.The meeting will be in the EOC room on the lower level. The purpose of the workshop is for NICTD to convey next steps for the double track project. 

The public is invited to attend the You’re Not Alone Summit from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 7, at the Purdue University Northwest (PNW) James B. Dworkin Student Services and Activities Center, 1401 S. U.S. 421, Westville. Participants will learn how they can help their community and family cope with drug abuse. The free summit, hosted by the PNW College of Nursing, will focus on educating the community about substance abuse, addiction stigmas and available support resources. Featured activities include prevention and recovery workshops, a session on how to administer Narcan, addiction recovery resources, and a daylong Drug

Housing Opportunities Awarded $2M to Build Single Family Homes In MC Neighborhoods The Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) has chosen Housing Opportunities as one of three (3) partners for its new HOME Investment Partnerships Program Innovation Round and Project Development Training. The $2 million grant, is led by Housing Opportunities and with partners 1st Source Bank and the Unity Foundation of La Porte County. The project will be implemented over several years and allow Housing Opportunities to build up to 30 single family homes in the Eastport and Westside neighborhoods in Michigan City, including eight in its first

Center Township Volunteer Fire Department and Horizon Bank announced a joint public / private partnership to improve emergency services, firefighter training and fire prevention education to the residents and guests of rural Center Township. Working with Amber Cable, administrator of the Horizon Cares Charitable Grant program, Center Township Fire corporation Vice-President Eric Haverstock successfully developed and presented a threefold application to address critical response, training and public education needs that were beyond the budgetary capabilities of the volunteer fire department. Horizon’s generous contribution through this unique grant program enabled the fire department to expand communication capabilities at the new fire

Michigan City Fire department responded to the 500 block of Dewey street on Wednesday, February 26th for a report of a structure fire with entrapment. Upon arrival crews found heavy fire conditions in the rear of the structure. Crews promptly entered the home to search for life and extinguish the fire. Crews did find one deceased male in the structure. Fire is still under investigation. Michigan City fire was assisted by MCPD, LPCO EMS, NIPSCO, LPCO corners office and Absolutely dry (board up company).

On February 26, 2020, during the afternoon, Deputy Wade Wallace was working the Domestic Highway Enforcement (DHE) program along the Indiana Toll Road (I-80/90) near mile marker 59.  At approximately 3:55 PM, he was monitoring westbound traffic and observed a vehicle following another vehicle too closely. Deputy Wallace began traveling west behind the violating vehicle and noted that the same vehicle was also exceeding the posted speed limit.  The vehicle then committed a third violation when changing lanes.The vehicle entered the Wilbur Shaw Travel Plaza located at the 56 mile marker. Deputy Wallace initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle

The SSL will be offering the following weekday train stops at McCormick Place Station on Friday, Feb. 28, in addition to regular service to McCormick Place during the weekend: Westbound: Trains 14, 216, 116, 218, 18, 118, 220, 20Eastbound: Trains 9, 109, 209, 113, 17, 119, 19, 121, 123 Note: Eastbound Trains 109, 113, 119, 121, 123 terminate at Carroll Ave.; Train 209 terminates at Gary Metro Center; Trains 9, 17 & 19 terminate in South Bend. To view all special McCormick Place stop times on Feb. 28, please click here for eastbound train times, or here for westbound train times.  All weekend trains

Parents going through the stress of caring for their infants in the neonatal intensive care unit will be provided a collection of necessities to ease their experience, thanks to a donation of 50 “Comfort Bags” by the Flamini Foundation. The bags, which were delivered to Franciscan Health Crown Point on Feb. 21, include puzzle books, lotions, throw blankets, bottled water, snacks, stuffed animals, tissues, notebooks and pens, slippers, eye masks and other items that mothers and fathers might need while caring for their babies in the NICU. Some of the bags will be provided to parents at the Franciscan Health

Officer Andraos Zaknoun was recently recognized by Warden Ron Neal at the Indiana State Prison for stopping illegal drugs from entering into the facility. As a result the employee was recognized with a $500 Cash Spot Bonus. Recently, while working visitation, Officer Zaknoun was diligent in his observation of a visitor, resulting in a subsequent arrest. In recognition of meritorious service, the Indiana Department of Correction has a procedure in place to recognize staff with Cash Spot Bonuses. The goal is to award the Indiana Department of Correction's deserving and qualified employees with awards mirroring their achievements. Warden Neal stated, “Officer

Mayor Duane Parry and his Administration are extremely excited to announce the launch of our newly designed website. Visit us at www.emichigancity.com. Over a year of hard work and dedication by Kaleb Goodwin and our Information Technology Staff, we are delighted to officially announce the launch on February 25th at approximately 2:00pm!  We wanted to make the new website faster, easier to navigate, and more user-friendly. As a city that is focused on open communication and service, it’s important for us to provide information regarding our city, departments, and services to our residents and visitors. We endeavor to provide our the

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations in excess of 6 inches possible. * WHERE...Portions of northern Indiana and southwest Michigan. * WHEN...From Tuesday evening through Wednesday night. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes.

South Shore Line service updates will be in effect to accommodate passengers attending the Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo Feb. 28 - March 1, at McCormick Place. The SSL will be offering the following weekday train stops at McCormick Place Station on Friday, Feb. 28, in addition to regular service to McCormick Place during the weekend: Westbound: Trains 14, 216, 116, 218, 18, 118, 220, 20Eastbound: Trains 9, 109, 209, 113, 17, 119, 19, 121, 123 Note: Eastbound Trains 109, 113, 119, 121, 123 terminate at Carroll Ave.; Train 209 terminates at Gary Metro Center; Trains 9, 17 & 19

The Michigan City High School (MCHS) Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (MCJROTC) military drill team finished third out of 13 schools at the Sectional meet held at Purdue University in West Lafayette on February 22nd.  Cadet 1st Lieutenant Jessica Wilhelm commanded the Unarmed Regulation Platoon to a first place finish and Cadet Captain Bohdan Walker commanded the Armed Exhibition Platoon to a third place finish in their respective categories.  Indianapolis Ben Davis HS (student population of approximately 3500) won the meet, with Portage HS (student population of approximately 2400) came in second.  MCHS enrollment is approximately 1500.  The

The American Red Cross urges the public to join its lifesaving mission by giving blood or platelets this March in celebration of Red Cross Month. Donors of all blood types, especially type O, are urgently needed to help ensure blood is available for patients this spring. Every day, thousands of patients depend on blood donations to help save their lives – patients like Heath Cornford who spent his first 217 days of life in the hospital. Born in February 2018 with an abnormal narrowing of the heart, Heath has undergone many complex surgeries – including a heart transplant – and

On Saturday, 11 of our choral students traveled to Perry Meridian High School in Indianapolis to compete at the ISSMA State Solo and Ensemble Competition. Isabelle Eaton (sophomore), Savannah Holley (sophomore), Gwyneth Sardon (junior) and Delaina Adams (junior) all received Gold ratings for their vocal solos. Savannah Holley received a perfect score and earned a Gold “With Distinction” and Delaina Adams also received a Gold “With Distinction”. The small ensemble composed of Savannah Holley, Delaina Adams, Raven Stansil (junior), Gwyneth Sardon, Isabelle Eaton and Chanay Hammond (junior) received a Gold rating at the contest. Finally, the large ensemble composed of

Beginning with westbound Train 600, all South Shore Line passengers utilizing Millennium Station will temporarily board/detrain at the Metra Depot (Tracks 5 and 6), located northwest of the SSL platform. During this time, Metra will be performing switch work. Work is expected to last until late afternoon, at which time passengers may return to utilizing the SSL platform. Updates will be sent when work is complete.