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Yesterday morning Deputy Ken Etchison responded to a parcel of property located in the 6800 north block of SR 39 regarding a civil matter. The property owned advised Deputy Etchison that 44-year-old Charles J. WILSON expressed his intentions of staying on the property even though he was no longer authorized to do so. A computer check determined WILSON was a wanted person by authorities in Porter County for felony resisting law enforcement (RLE). Deputies arrived at the property and converged on a recreational trailer (RV) known to be where WILSON had been residing. Deputies made contact with an occupant of

Ric Federighi from TEAM WIMS receives the Paul J. Alinsky Award from the The Rotary Club of Michigan City, IN -such an honor. As part of this award, the Rotary Club included a $600 gift payable to a charity of Ric’s choice. He chose to split the award to support both United Way of La Porte County and The Salvation Army Michigan City. Thank you to everyone that celebrated with us. We LOVE our Community. #wims #nwi #localradio

Indiana 211 Accepting Damage Reports for March 10 Severe Storm in Newton County   Indianapolis -- Residents of Newton County are asked to contact Indiana 211 by calling 866-211-9966 to report storm damage from the severe storm that occurred on March 10, 2026.   To help establish a comprehensive assessment of damage, residents can call 866-211-9966 or visit the Indiana 211 website. Collecting assessments via this process will help IDHS determine damage estimates and develop the next course of action in the disaster recovery process.   Currently, only residents in Newton County should utilize Indiana 211 for March 10 damage

MICHIGAN CITY, IN The Michigan City St. Patrick’s Day Parade will be held Saturday, March 14 at 1:00 pm, and will travel the traditional parade route north on Franklin St., beginning at 9th Street and ending at 4th Street. “The St. Patrick’s Day Parade is a great way to kick off the 2026 event season,” said Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch. “I love when we come together to celebrate our community and each other.” “We hope the community comes out to celebrate with us,” said Terry Greetham, Director of Special Events. “Whether you are Irish or not, pull out your best

The #LCSO announces the arrests of two 17-year-old juveniles following a criminal investigation.On January 5th a witness of a sex offense reported to Criminal Investigations Division Detectives of having observed sexual acts being performed on November 1, 2025, at a rural La Porte County residence. A criminal investigation was initiated with Detective Derrick Deck assigned as the lead investigator and Detective Alex Pishkur assisting.Over the next several weeks the detectives identified and interviewed the 17-year-old victim, continued to identify and interview additional witnesses, identified the suspects, obtained evidence, and gathered further pertinent information related to the case.Detective Deck forwarded the investigation findings

Right now, thousands of sandhill cranes are gathered in the Great Marsh at Indiana Dunes National Park—and it’s an incredible reminder of what habitat restoration can achieve. For thousands of years, the Great Marsh was a place where land and water converged, migratory birds took refuge, and other wildlife – including mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and insects – called home. However, during the 20th century, the Great Marsh wetland complex’s value was overlooked, and much of its 4,000 acres were drained, dug up, or otherwise destroyed. Since 1998, the National Park Service and its partners have done extensive restoration work in

The National Weather Service out of Chicago and Northern Indiana have completed preliminary surveys of Tuesday's night’s supercell thunderstorms. It produced three tornadoes. Keeping everyone in our thoughts and prayers. First Tornado An EF-3 with peak winds of 150 mph, it moved from Kankakee, Illinois, to Lake Village, Indiana, and then to Roselawn, Indiana, before briefly lifting. The width and length are yet to be determined. Second Tornado EF-1 on the ground for a short time from Stoutsberg to Dunns Bridge with peak winds of 110mph. Length and width to be determined. It lifted for 3 miles before touching back

HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH FRIDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...West winds 30 to 35 mph with gusts of 55 to 60 mph possible. * WHERE...Portions of northeast Illinois and northwest Indiana. * WHEN...From late tonight through Friday afternoon. The strongest winds are expected between 7 AM and Noon on Friday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Today Mostly sunny, with a high near 42.   Tonight A slight chance of rain and snow before 1am, then a chance of

Secretary of State Diego Morales and Turning Point USA Launch Statewide Voter Registration Partnership Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales launches statewide voter registration and poll worker recruitment initiative with Club America powered by Turning Point USA 501(c)(3). The effort is aimed at increasing voter registration and strengthening poll worker recruitment efforts across the state. The Secretary of State’s Office will collaborate with Club America to host voter registration drives on high school campuses and provide students with accurate, up-to-date election information. Both will work to assist with on-site voter registration.  The initiative will also highlight the “Hoosier Hall Pass”

80/94 FlexRoad construction is beginning soon! Work is expected to begin this spring and be ongoing through 2029, with all systems operational by late that year.   FlexRoad is an Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) project in coordination with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT). It's expected to improve traffic flow and safety along Indiana’s busiest interstate corridor, I-80/94, also known as the Borman Expressway.   The 14-mile project area extends from I-65 in Indiana to IL 394. The project will use Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSMO) strategies to optimize the safety and efficiency of the existing transportation system.

Attorney General Todd Rokita  alerted Hoosiers to a surge in consumer safety threats, with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announcing nearly 50 products recalls in February — many involving children’s toys, clothing, furniture, baby products, and household items that pose choking, burns, drowning, poisoning, and other serious risks.   “Hoosiers deserve protection from faulty products — especially when they put our children at risk,” Attorney General Rokita said. “If you own any of these recalled items, stop using them immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund, repair, or replacement.”   The Consumer Product Safety Commission reports the following

Here is the latest from the OTT Haverstock Funeral Chapel in Michigan City regarding Susan M. Borton, Jerry L. Blacksten, Warren L. Sampson, and Anthony James Williams   Susan M. Borton July 27, 1955 - March 5, 2026   Susan M. Borton, 70, of Michigan City, Indiana, passed away Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 2:15 a.m. at Life Care Center of Michigan City.   A celebration of life will be held from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday, March 15, 2026 at the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #75, 416 US 20, Michigan City, IN 46360. Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel, 418

The latest from Storm Chaser Jordan Hall with images from the Tornado that ripped through Lake Village, Indiana. Significant #tornado damage on the SW side of Lake Village, Indiana. This is where the fatalities from this tornado occurred. Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone affected #wims #whfb PHOTO CREDIT and STORY: Strom Chaser Jordan Hall

NWI Reeling: "Direct Hit" Tornadoes and Record-Breaking Hail Ravage Region LAKE VILLAGE, IN — A violent line of severe storms exploded across Northwest Indiana on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, unleashing a barrage of "softball-sized" hail and destructive tornadoes. From Newton County to the shores of LaPorte, communities are waking up to a landscape of leveled homes, shattered glass, and a massive recovery effort. The atmospheric setup was "highly volatile," fueled by unseasonably warm temperatures in the 70s before a sharp cold front triggered the cell's development. "Direct Hit" on Lake Village and Knox The evening’s devastation began shortly after 6:30 p.m. when a confirmed tornado

Today Rain before 3pm, then a chance of rain and snow between 3pm and 4pm, then a chance of snow after 4pm. Some thunder is also possible. Patchy fog before 10am. Temperature falling to around 34 by 4pm. Windy, with a north northwest wind 15 to 20 mph increasing to 25 to 30 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Little or no snow accumulation expected. Tonight Cloudy during the early evening, then gradual clearing, with a low around 31. Blustery, with a northwest wind 20 to 25 mph decreasing to 10 to 15 mph after midnight. Winds

Duneland Chamber to Host 11th Annual Corkscrew & Brew on Saturday, March 14-TEAM WIMS LIVE The Duneland Chamber of Commerce will be hosting this event– tickets available at www.dunelandchamber.org Chesterton, IN – The Duneland Chamber of Commerce will host the 11th Annual Corkscrew & Brew on Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Thomas Centennial Park in downtown Chesterton. This annual fundraiser brings together more than 20 regional breweries and wineries for an afternoon of unlimited tastings, live music, food, and community. Guests will enjoy music by Arrested Sounds, food available for purchase from Smoke on the

*** UPDATE - Due to expected weather, this is pushed back one week and will begin on/after Sun, March 22. *** Overnight lane closures will occur during the hours of 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. for one evening on or after Sunday, March 15 to set up a median work zone to the west of U.S. 421 for approximately three miles. The left shoulder and lane will then be closed in each direction through early April while a median crossover is constructed for future phases of construction in the area. The start date of this work will be weather dependent

Student innovators and entrepreneurs, the Center for Creative Solutions wants to hear about you! For the 10th year, area students will be honored for their innovative products and projects during World Creativity & Innovation Week, April 15-21, 2026. The honors will go to area K-12 students working alone or in teams. Their project, product or process must demonstrate a reasonable level of creativity and innovation, noted Cynthia Hedge, Center CEO. It may be in any area of interest, such as technology, the arts, trades/professions, writing, science, business, cooking, designing, to name a few. “Young innovators and entrepreneurs often drive the

TORNADO WATCH OUTLINE TORNADO WATCH 37 IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 200 AM EDT FOR THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS INDIANA COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE ELKHART FULTON KOSCIUSKO LAGRANGE LA PORTE MARSHALL PULASKI ST. JOSEPH STARKE STEUBEN LAKE NEWTON

Lake County Sheriff’s Police Officers Arrest 3 in Two Simultaneous Pursuits Just before 1 p.m. the Lake County Sheriff’s Highway Interdiction Unit was in pursuit of an SUV on The Indiana Toll Road for various traffic infractions.  The vehicle traveled west on I-90 eventually reaching the South Side of Chicago. At 63rd Place and South Lowe Avenue in Chicago, the suspect vehicle went into a dead end where police cornered the driver.  The suspect put his vehicle in reverse, slamming into a Lake County Police patrol SUV and trapping the officer inside. The officer was evaluated and released from an area