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The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) announced a temporary moratorium on the enrollment of new Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) provider agencies, effective June 6, 2026. This action, formally approved by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), is designed to strengthen program integrity and ensure continued access to high-quality ABA services for Hoosier families. The moratorium, authorized under federal regulation 42 CFR 455.470, pauses the enrollment of brand-new ABA provider agencies and changes of ownership for existing agencies. Individual rendering ABA practitioners may continue to enroll, and applications received before June 6, 2026, will be processed as

More than $450,000 raised to support student scholarships HAMMOND and WESTVILLE, Ind. — Purdue University Northwest (PNW) on May 29 hosted over 600 supporters at Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana for its 10th anniversary gala, a marquee event of the university’s 10th anniversary celebration recognizing a decade of changing students’ lives. The event, which primarily served as a major fundraiser, secured more than $450,000 of generous gifts made in support of scholarships for current and future PNW students. “At PNW, we like to say that changing students’ lives starts with all of us,” said PNW Chancellor Kenneth C. Holford. “With

Porter County Sheriff’s Department K9s Deebo and Quinn have received 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 Jacobi Richard of St. Augustine, FL and embroidered with the sentiment “In honor of CSPD K9 Roam”. 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 United States. The program is open to U.S. dogs at least 20 months old

The Washington Park Zoo experienced the loss of two animals overnight. The latest from Michigan City Parks & Recreation Department FACEBOOK page The Washington Park Zoo experienced the loss of two animals overnight due to separate medical events. A wolf passed away from natural causes. Following that loss, an incident occurred involving other wolves and members of the animal care staff. At this time, all involved are stable. The matter remains under review, and additional information will be released as it becomes available. Additionally, a lemur passed away overnight due to lung failure. The zoo remains open to the public

Taylor Cronin (Federighi) journey with Cancer and Life has been unreal. Taylor has overcome a number of hurdles and deserves the title "Super Mom"  Taylor is up for Super Mom. We need your VOTE. Go to https://thesupermom.org/2026/taylor-federighi   If you have 3 seconds, please vote for this amazing beautiful selfless super-mom!!! She has been through and over-come more than most people will in a lifetime. Through it all has been a great support to her family and amazing mother to Wyatt!   FOLLOW Taylor https://www.instagram.com/tayfed91?utm_source=qr https://www.tiktok.com/@tayfed91?_r=1&_t=ZT-96rJkFaqAH8 #wims #whfb #localradio

Today Sunny, with a high near 81. Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 61. Thursday Sunny, with a high near 87. Thursday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 67. Friday A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 88.

Portage Police Chief Mike Candiano issued the following statement regarding an injury that happened to a 16-year-old female at Founder's Square Park: "On May 31st at approximately 8:04 pm, Portage Police and Portage Fire were dispatched to Founder’s Square park for a “16 year old female, who fell off a piece of playground equipment”. PPD Officers arrived on scene and spoke with several witnesses who stated the female was going too fast on a circular swing and fell off. The witnesses stated they did not observe any deliberate “nefarious” acts and felt it was an accident. The female was in

Michigan City Area Schools will host Kindergarten Enrollment Day on Monday, June 8, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the MCAS Administration Building (408 S Carroll Ave). This event offers families a convenient location to complete the enrollment process for incoming kindergarten students. During the event, families will have the opportunity to sign up for kindergarten, submit required documents, receive assistance with school placement, and connect with school staff for additional support. MCAS says to please remember to bring the following documents: parent/guardian’s ID, proof of residency, emergency contact information, and any legal paperwork (if applicable). If you

The Michigan City Fire Department responded to two structure fires Monday night and Tuesday morning. One fire was at Faith City Church, 1314 S Woodland Ave., at 11:05 Monday night. Upon arrival, crews found heavy smoke and fire. They initiated an aggressive fire attack. Due to fire conditions, firefighters were required to force entry to gain access to the structure and extinguish the fire. At the time of the incident, no occupants were inside the building, and no injuries have been reported. As a result of the fire, the structure has sustained significant damage and has been deemed unsafe for

News Release, Northern Indiana Public Service Company: MERRILLVILLE, Ind. – June is National Safety Month and Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC (NIPSCO) is sharing an important reminder for its customers: when planning and carrying out home improvement projects that involve electricity and natural gas equipment and lines, don’t do it yourself (don’t DIY)! “When it comes to installing natural gas appliances or updating your home’s electrical system, safety should come first,” said Vince Parisi, NIPSCO President and Chief Operating Officer. “We encourage customers to hire a qualified professional to ensure everything is done correctly and up to code.” Here is

The Starke County Sheriff’s Office is reminding citizens about the importance of recognizing scam calls. The Sheriff's Office says they are seeing an influx of calls where individuals are told they must make payments using accounts or cards such as Chime, Green Dot, PayPal, gift cards, or other electronic payment methods. "Please remember: the Sheriff’s Office will never contact you by phone and demand payment for any reason, including incarcerated individuals, warrants, sex offender registry matters, or any other law enforcement issue," the Sheriff's Office said on their Facebook page. "Never provide personal or financial information over the phone. Scammers

Today Sunny, with a high near 68.   Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 57.   Wednesday Sunny, with a high near 74.   Wednesday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 60.   Thursday Mostly sunny, with a high near 83.

This summer, Indiana students ages 18 and younger will have access to free, nutritious meals and snacks at close to 1,000 locations statewide through the 2026 Summer Food Service Program. Households can find information about the meal types served and days of the week when meals are offered by using the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Summer Meals Site Finder or the Indiana Department of Education’s Searchable Meal Site Locator . These site maps will continue to be updated throughout the summer. Families can also call the USDA’s National Hunger Hotline at 1-866-3-HUNGRY (1-866-348-6479) or 1-877-8-HAMBRE (1-877-842-6273), or text “Summer Meals”

MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. — The City of Michigan City invites residents to attend a Community Trash Roundtable on Tuesday, June 9, at 5:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, 100 E. Michigan Blvd. The roundtable will provide an opportunity for residents to voice concerns, ask questions, and participate in a community discussion regarding trash collection services and related issues affecting neighborhoods throughout Michigan City. City officials and representatives from the Michigan City Refuse Department will be present to listen to feedback, address concerns, and discuss upcoming solutions aimed at improving service and communication. “This conversation is an

On May 30, at approximately 12:05 a.m., an Indiana State Police trooper was conducting speed enforcement on Interstate 94 near the Burns Harbor exit when a Mercedes SUV was observed traveling 90 miles per hour. The trooper initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle; however, after the Mercedes initially came to a complete stop, the driver fled the scene at a high rate of speed. The suspect vehicle accelerated to approximately 130 miles per hour while continuing eastbound on I‑94. The vehicle then entered an active construction zone beginning at the 29 mile-marker, which is 3 miles east of the

Thursday, June 4, 2026 – St. Joseph County 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ET *While supplies last. Where: Food Bank of Northern Indiana, 702 Chapin St., South Bend, IN  46601 *This distribution is sponsored by Costco and will serve 150 households.   Friday, June 5, 2026 – Elkhart County 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. ET *While supplies last. Where: New Hope United Methodist Church, 28765 County Road 4, Elkhart, IN 46514 *This distribution is sponsored by Morgan Stanley and will serve 150 households.   Wednesday, June 10, 2026 – St. Joseph County 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. ET *While supplies

A Night of Comedy and Music with The Amazing Amico Bros is coming to Burn 'Em Brewing in Michigan City this Thursday June 4th   The Amazing Amico Bros World Tour featuring #zacamico and #CrackAmico kicks off the first leg of the tour on Thursday, June 4 at Burn 'Em Brewing!!   ⏰ 8:00 PM Central, Doors @ 7:30 🎟️: General Admission- $20, VIP Priority Plus- $25 🎟️🔗: Link in the Facebook event or on The Drop Comedy Club website 🌎 VIP Priority Plus ticket holders each receive a high res 8.5 x 11 print of this flyer and will

Today Mostly sunny, with a high near 75. Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 55. Tuesday Sunny, with a high near 75. Tuesday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 57. Wednesday Sunny, with a high near 79.

For the sixth consecutive year, all seven elementary schools in the La Porte Community School Corporation have been recognized as 2025–26 Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Distinguished Schools for STEM curriculum and career readiness. Joining them for the first time this year is Kesling Intermediate Campus, recognized for its PLTW Gateway program. PLTW is a national nonprofit organization that creates transformative learning experiences for millions of PreK-12 students and teachers across the U.S., helping every child in every grade develop the skills and confidence to succeed in STEM. The Distinguished School honor is awarded to a select number of schools

MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. — Lubeznik Center for the Arts (LCA) and the Lindsey O’Brien Kesling (LOK) Wishing Tree Foundation are proud to present the 13th annual LOK Young Artists Expo on Friday, June 5 from 5 to 8 p.m. (Central) at LCA as part of their free First Friday programming. This celebratory evening of creativity brings together 50 talented young artists from 14 regional communities, as well as many performers and arts education partners.   The works of the 50 young artists, ages 7 to 18, were selected through a personalized portfolio review with LCA’s Education Director, Nelsy Marcano. Their