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SERVICE ADVISORY Service Suspended June 24, 2026 Due to a reported freight train derailment and power loss near East Chicago and Gary Metro, ALL REMAINING SOUTH SHORE LINE TRAIN SERVICE WILL BE SUSPENDED TODAY, JUNE 24, 2026. Passengers are encouraged to find alternate transportation to/from Chicago for the remainder of this evening and potentially Thursday morning rush hour commute. Crews are working diligently to rectify the situation; however, the timeframe for repairs has not yet been determined. Updates regarding train service on Thursday, June 25, will be made as they become available. Changes in service will be promptly posted to

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources located the drowning victim at approximately 7:45 A.M. this morning along the pier and in approximately 11 feet of water. The child's name will not be released at this time. The Michigan City Police Department extends our sincere condolences to the victim's family and friends during this extremely difficult time.

The Town of Chesterton announced that the micro pantry at the Chesterton Fire Department has relocated to a spot outside of the Duneland Chamber in downtown Chesterton. "The enormous popularity of the micro-pantry which has stood for several years outside the Chesterton Fire Department’s station house has prompted the Street Department to move it to a much more visible and accessible location in the Downtown: Just outside the Duneland Chamber of Commerce, 220 Broadway," the Town of Chesterton said on their Facebook page. "Angelique Berg originally built that micro-pantry and a second one—installed outside the Porter Police Department at 50

MICHIGAN CITY, IN – Michigan City High School celebrated the accomplishments of the Class of 2026 during its 31st annual Commencement Ceremony on Sunday, June 7, in the Wolves Den Gymnasium. 340 MCHS graduates crossed the stage to receive their high school diplomas as family members, friends, faculty, and community members gathered to celebrate the milestone. In his remarks, Interim Principal Xavier Botana reflected on the unique legacy of the graduating class. “Through it all, I saw your spirit shine,” Botana told graduates. “I watched you come together for one another and for our entire school community. You persevered, refusing

Today A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 79.   Tonight A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm between 8pm and 2am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 59. Chance of precipitation is 60%.   Thursday A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8am, then a slight chance of showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 76. Chance of precipitation is 30%.   Thursday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 58.   Friday

The City of La Porte announced on their Facebook page that Colfax Avenue between 5th Street and State Road 2 will be closed starting Thursday, June 25, for water utility work necessary to complete the project at the National Guard Armory. An end date was not listed.  

HAMMOND and WESTVILLE, Ind. — The Purdue University Northwest (PNW) spring 2026 Dean’s List recognizes 1,834 undergraduate students for their academic achievements. Qualifying students sustained an overall grade point average of at least 3.5 and a semester grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Domestic students from 21 different U.S. states and international students from 42 countries were recognized on PNW’s spring 2026 Dean’s List. # # # For a full listing of recognized students, visit pnw.edu/deans-list. News media members interested in obtaining select information for particular locations should direct their inquiries to Kale Wilk, Media

The La Porte County Health Department on Tuesday published advisories posted at La Porte County Lake Michigan Beaches.  The full advisories can be read on the release below: (LaPorte County Health Department / Facebook)

Michigan City, IN – Administrators, staff, school board members, families, and friends cheered on adult graduates from across LaPorte County as they gathered at the Holdcraft Performing Arts Center in Michigan City on Thursday, May 28, to celebrate the achievement of an important milestone: a high school diploma. Of the fifty-seven adult education graduates who earned their High School Equivalency (HSE) diplomas, twenty-nine students opted to participate in this year’s commencement ceremony. Four student speakers - Yoshiye Fujita, Zachary Knappe, Javon Harris, and Sonny Lewis each offered brief, heartfelt reflections on their journey, challenges they overcame, and the personal significance

Indianapolis -- Residents are asked to contact Indiana 211 by calling 866-211-9966 to report damage from the June 9-21 storm events. 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. Only residents from the following counties should submit damage reports at this time: June 9 events: Harrison County June 11 events: Carroll County Elkhart County Huntington County Lake County Porter County June 16-18 events: Clay County* Jackson County

MICHIGAN CITY, Indiana – Notice is hereby given that the Michigan City Police Department will conduct a public workshop regarding Flock Safety initiatives and opportunities on Monday, June 29, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. in the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) at Michigan City Hall, 100 E. Michigan Blvd., Michigan City, Indiana. The purpose of the workshop is to provide information regarding Flock Safety technology, discuss potential public safety applications, and answer questions from elected officials,members of the media, and the public. The workshop is open to the public. Members of the Michigan City Common Council and local media outlets are invited

FOLLOW the Michigan City Fire Department FACEBOOK Page for the latest deatils Yesterday (Monday) at approximately 5:43 p.m., the LaPorte County Dispatch Center received a report of a child who was observed entering the water at Washington Park Beach on the east side of the catwalk, just south of the lighthouse. Bystanders reported the child, who was wearing red shorts, disappeared beneath the surface. An immediate response was initiated involving the Michigan City Fire Department, Michigan City Police Department, Indiana Department of Natural Resources, and La Porte County Emergency Medical Service. Search efforts included four MCFD divers, one DNR diver,

Today Sunny, with a high near 74. North wind 5 to 10 mph.   Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 55. North wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.   Wednesday A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 79.   Wednesday Night A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm between 8pm and 2am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 59. Chance of precipitation is 60%.   Thursday A chance of showers

Michigan City, IN – The Michigan City Area Schools Little Wolves Early Learning Center celebrated 58 graduates during its annual Graduation Ceremony on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at the Holdcraft Performing Arts Center. This ceremony marked a special milestone as the first off-site evening graduation in the program’s history, bringing together students, families, and staff to celebrate the accomplishments of the district’s youngest learners. “While this may be called a preschool graduation, what we are really celebrating is growth," said Superintendent Dr. Wendel McCollum. "These students came into Little Wolves learning routines, learning how to share, how to make friends,

Mayor of La Porte Tom Dermody announced Monday that Norfolk Southern closed the railroad crossing at Boston Street. Dermody is asking the public to seek an alternate route. The tracks will be closed through Friday for maintenance. Check Mayor Dermody's Facebook page for updates. (photo via Mayor Dermody Facebook page)

Michigan City Police Department respond to possible drowning in Michigan City (ongoing) Follow their FACEBOOK page for the latest details According the Michigan City Police Department FACEBOOK page. Police responded to a possible drowning on Monday. At approximately 5:38 pm, officers responded to Washington Park beach regarding a possible drowning. Bystanders observed a child wearing red shorts enter the water on the east side of the catwalk and just south of the lighthouse. Police say the child disappeared under the water and officers are currently out searching for them. Police say this is an ongoing incident. Follow their FACEBOOK page

MUNSTER, Ind. – Sports medicine physician Kyle Meyer, DO, is now part of the Franciscan Physician Network and is accepting new patients at Franciscan Health Munster.   Dr. Meyer earned his medical degree from Midwestern University Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine in Glendale, Ariz. He completed his residency in family medicine at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, N.J.   Dr. Meyer completed his fellowship in primary care sports medicine at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia and served as assistant team physician for the Philadelphia Eagles and the Philadelphia Flyers.   His clinical interests

He rose from a midlevel position at Columbia Records to become one of music’s most powerful executives, shepherding stars like Barry Manilow,  Whitney Houston,  Aerosmith,  Springsteen and Santana. Clive Davis, the music executive who rose from a midlevel legal position at Columbia Records to become one of the industry’s most powerful and longest-reigning dons, guiding the careers of Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, Barry Manilow and dozens of other stars, died on Monday at his home in Manhattan. He was 94. His family confirmed the death. Mr. Davis had recently been hospitalized with respiratory problems. One of the few nonperformers in

BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM CDT THIS MORNING THROUGH LATE TONIGHT... * WHAT...High wave action, strong currents, and dangerous swimming conditions expected. * WHERE...Northern La Porte county. * WHEN...From 7 AM CDT this morning through late tonight. * IMPACTS...Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water and high waves can sweep people off piers. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions. Do not venture out on piers. ***************************************************************************************************** .BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE TONIGHT... * WHAT...High wave action, strong currents, and dangerous

Intermittent lane closures begin today in Portage. The streets listed below are experiencing intermittent lane restrictions for asphalt milling and road resurfacing.