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The Michigan City Police Department is partnering with the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) to increase patrols aimed at reducing speeding and distracted driving on Indiana roadways. As part of the Comprehensive Highway Injury Reduction Program (CHIRP), an ICJI initiative that provides federal funding for local traffic safety enforcement, officers will work overtime beginning April 4th through April 13th, 2026, to identify and stop drivers who are speeding or violating Indiana’s Hands-Free Law. “Distracted driving and speeding are preventable behaviors that put drivers, passengers, and pedestrians at risk,” said Douglas Huntsinger, executive director of the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute. “This

News Release by South Shore Line: Combined, the Double Track and West Lake Corridor projects are projected to attract approximately $2.7 billion in private investment to Northwest Indiana, and result in over 6,000 new jobs and $5 billion in economic impact by 2048. HAMMOND, Ind. – Indiana Governor Mike Braun was joined today by federal, state, regional and local leaders to officially cut the ribbon paving the way for the commencement of new service on the South Shore Line’s Monon Corridor service. Combined, the Double Track and West Lake Corridor projects are projected to attract approximately $2.7 billion in private investment

Today A chance of showers, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 1pm. High near 71. South wind 10 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.   Tonight Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before 1am, then a slight chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 52. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.   Friday A 30

The Michigan City Police released the following update with a cause of death revealed to a recent death investigation: On March 27th at approximately 9:48 AM, the LaPorte County Regional Dispatch Center received a 911 call regarding an unconscious person found outside of Temple Missionary Baptist Church, located at 2725 Wabash Street. Officers from Uniform Patrol Shift 1 responded to the scene and located 57-year-old Michigan City resident Erik Johnson lying on the ground unconscious. Responding officers provided Johnson with life saving measures until LaPorte County EMS arrived and transported him to Franciscan Health Hospital in Michigan City where he

Food Bank of Northern Indiana Mobile Food Distributions for April 2026   Monday, April 6, 2026 – Marshall County 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. ET *While supplies last. Where: Trinity Lutheran Church, 430 Academy Rd., Culver, IN 46511 *This distribution is sponsored by the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi and will serve 150 households.   Wednesday, April 8, 2026 – La Porte County 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. CT *While supplies last. Where: Prairie Meadows Park, 199 Flynn Rd., Westville, IN 46391 *This distribution is sponsored by Citizens Concerned for the Homeless and will serve 150 households.   Thursday, April 9,

Celebrate spring at the Michigan City Easter Egg Hunt on April 4th, 2026, a free, family-friendly tradition that’s a favorite for all ages. With more than 20,000 candy-filled eggs hidden throughout the hunt area, plus special golden ticket prizes and festive surprises, kids will have plenty to discover and enjoy. Each year, Michigan City’s youth descend on the park to hunt eggs filled with candy, treats, and all kinds of fun surprises. With the help of the Michigan City Senior Center, Michigan City Police Department, Michigan City Fire Department, and many local groups and businesses, this event brings the community

The City of La Porte announced the Dumpster Program has returned for its fifth season. Located at the Street Department (1206 2nd Street), the dumpster will be available to city residents Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Due to increased demand, the dumpster will also be available on the first and third Saturdays of each month from 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (NOTE: Dumpster will be closed on the Fridays before the 1st and 3rd Saturdays to allow for more room the following day). The City says to be prepared to show proof of residency in the City

Press Release by La Porte County Sheriff's Office: The La Porte County Sheriff’s Office is partnering with the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) to increase patrols aimed at reducing speeding and distracted driving on roadways. As part of the Comprehensive Highway Injury Reduction Program (CHIRP), an ICJI initiative that provides federal funding, deputies will work overtime beginning April 4 through April 13, to identify and stop drivers who are speeding or violating Indiana’s Hands-Free Law. “Distracted driving and speeding are preventable behaviors that put drivers, passengers, and pedestrians at risk,” said Douglas Huntsinger, Executive Director of the Indiana Criminal Justice

Today A 50 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 46. North northeast wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.   Tonight Showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 1am. Low around 41. Chance of precipitation is 90%.   Thursday Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. High near 66. Breezy. Chance of precipitation is 90%.   Thursday Night Showers. Cloudy, with a low around 46.   Friday A chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 50.   Friday Night Showers likely, mainly after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 45.

Join Rafi Wilkenson, Park Ranger of the Indiana Dunes National Park, and Mitch Barloga, Transportation Planning Manager of Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission (NIRPC) and Founder of Blueways & Greenways, to discover how the Marquette Greenway, a visionary 60-mile multi-use trail, will eventually connect Chicago, IL, to New Buffalo, MI, and beyond. Their presentation "Finishing Up the Missing Links: Exciting Progress on Indiana Dunes National Park Trail” will reveal the incredible progress, especially through our National Park, which has been made to complete this ambitious project of an uninterrupted trail to walk, hike, and bike. Northwest Indiana Green Drinks will

The La Porte Park and Recreation Department announced they have been awarded a $6,500 Lake and River Enhancement (LARE) Invasive Aquatic Vegetation Management Grant from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. "The grant funds 80 percent of the cost for surveying and treating Clear Lake for invasive plants such as Eurasian watermilfoil and purple loosestrife," the Park and Rec Department said on its Facebook page. Additionally, the La Porte Lake Association received a $24,800 grant for Pine and Stone lakes. According to the Park and Rec Department, Indiana waters are benefiting from more than $1.4 million in LARE grants for

Press Release by Office of Indiana Secretary of State: INDIANAPOLIS  – In collaboration with the U.S. Department of Defense Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales announces the launch of a new program making it easier for Indiana’s military and overseas citizens to participate in elections. A highly secure, comprehensive web application has been established for eligible overseas and military voters to streamline registering to vote, applying to vote absentee, receiving, returning, and tracking ballots, and communicating with county elections offices. The program complies with the federal Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act (UOCAVA) and Americans with Disability Act (ADA)

The Porter County Sheriff’s Department announced last week that K9s Deebo and Quinn will receive bullet and stab protective vests thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. Both vests were sponsored by Paula and Jacobi Richard of St. Augustine, FL and will be embroidered with the sentiment “In honor of CSPD K9 Roam”.  Delivery is expected within ten weeks. Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., established in 2009, is a 501(c)(3) charity whose mission is to provide bullet and stab protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the

The Valparaiso Police Department, in conjunction with Valparaiso Community Schools (VCS), announced the addition of a fifth School Resource Officer (SRO) to its current team. Sergeant John Cordova has been selected and will begin his duties as the second SRO at Valparaiso High School (VHS) on July 1, 2026. A 2000 graduate of Hobart High School, Sgt. Cordova earned his Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from Columbia College in 2010 and has served with the Valparaiso Police Department since January of that year. His extensive experience includes working as a Narcotics Detective from January 2018 through August 2023, followed

Today A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 4pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 76. Breezy, with a south southwest wind 20 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.   Tonight Showers and possibly a thunderstorm before 1am, then a chance of showers. Low around 38. West wind around 15 mph becoming north after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is

The Michigan City Department of Water Works will begin the semi-annual fire hydrant flushing on Wednesday, April 1. This is done to insure the hydrants are in proper working order for the spring and summer months, and also to find any hydrants that may have been damaged over the winter. The program should take approximately eight weeks to complete. If anyone should experience any discoloration in their water, they should let the water run for a short time and the water will clear.  

State Road 49 will have traffic restrictions north of U.S. 20 to the Indiana Dunes State Park entrance beginning on or after Wednesday, April 1. The right lane of northbound State Road 49 will be closed at the U.S. 20 bridge north to U.S. 12. This closure is for overhead signage installation. Once installed, overhead signage will better direct motorists to turn left on U.S. 12 for the National Park or to continue straight for the State Park. Crews will also conduct patching and resurfacing operations north of U.S. 12 to the Indiana Dunes State Park entrance. Intermittent flagging operations

The Salvation Army Michigan City Corps and Community Center is reminding the public they have opened a weekly drop‑in space for anyone who is unhoused or needing a safe, warm, and judgment‑free place to rest and reconnect. The Salvation Army gave the information below: "Open Mondays | 11 AM – 3 PM Warm indoor space Snacks & drinks Showers & hygiene items Support, resources & caring staff Come as you are. No cost. No appointments. Just welcome."

The La Porte County Sheriff’s Office announces the arrest of 21-year-old Shallun D. Culp Jr.following a several month long serious bodily injury crash investigation. During the late evening of October 16, 2025, deputies responded to US 421 in the area of CR 100 North reference a personal injury crash. The initial on-scene investigation determined Culp was operating a passenger vehicle northbound on US 421. Culp proceeded to pass / overtake a northbound commercial motor vehicle in a no-passing zone. While doing so, Culp's vehicle crashed head-on into a minivan traveling southbound on US 421. Police say several people were injured

On March 27th at approximately 9:48 AM, the LaPorte County Regional Dispatch Center received a 911 call regarding an unconscious person found outside of Temple Missionary Baptist Church, located at 2725 Wabash Street. Officers from Uniform Patrol Shift 1 responded to the scene and located 57-year-old Michigan City resident Erik Johnson lying on the ground unconscious. Responding officers provided Johnson with life saving measures until LaPorte County EMS arrived and transported him to Franciscan Health Hospital in Michigan City where he was eventually pronounced deceased. Detectives from the Investigative Division responded to the scene and processed it for evidence. An