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Valparaiso, IN – Ivy Tech Community College’s will honor 1,700 graduates at the annual commencement ceremony on Thursday May 7, 2026 at 6pm CT. The ceremony will take place at the Valparaiso University Athletics Recreation Center located at 1009 Union Street, Valparaiso, IN.   Students earned over 2,000 degrees and certificates during the 2025-2026 academic year. Commencement ceremony will highlight distinct honors and awards to Distinguished Graduates and Alumnus of Ivy Tech. Ceremony will also feature keynote speaker Lisa Daugherty, President & CEO of Center of Workforce Innovations.   “We are incredibly excited and proud of all of our students

South Bend Man Sentenced to 94 Months in Prison For Possession of Child Pornography and Aggravated Identity Theft Paul R. McDowell, Jr., 29 years old, of South Bend, Indiana, was sentenced by United States District Court Judge Damon R. Leichty after pleading guilty to possession of child pornography, aggravated identity theft, and unauthorized access of a computer, announced United States Attorney Adam L. Mildred.   McDowell was sentenced to 94 months of prison followed by 5 years of supervised release and ordered to pay $66,000 in restitution.   “The Defendant was a hacker-for-hire and would hijack the online social media

MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. —The Michigan City Board of Public Works and Safety approved Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch’s proposal Monday morning to utilize funds raised through the Mayor’s Charitable Gala to launch a new Summer Ambassador and Internship Pilot Program as part of the City’s newly unveiled workforce initiative, MCON — Michigan City Opportunity Network. Developed under Mayor Angie’s administration, MCON will serve as the official umbrella for Michigan City’s growing workforce ecosystem, bringing together workforce development, career readiness, entrepreneurship, internships, and skilled trades opportunities under one coordinated strategy designed to strengthen the community from the ground up. “MCON is about

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Today Showers likely, mainly after 1pm. Cloudy, with a high near 56. Chance of precipitation is 60%.   Tonight Showers likely, mainly before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 42. Chance of precipitation is 60%.   Wednesday A 30 percent chance of showers, mainly after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 54.   Wednesday Night A 30 percent chance of showers, mainly before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 41.   Thursday A 30 percent chance of showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 53.

The Ogden Dunes Police Department is reminding the public that parking restrictions are currently in effect, now through Sept. 30. "Permits are required to park within the restricted area," ODPD said in a statement. "Please remember to stop at town hall to pick up your permits. They will not be automatically sent to you. "Stop into Town Hall between 8am and 3pm Monday to Friday to get your permits." ODHA Dues - $125.00 (One (1) permit w/dues) Additional Permits when dues are paid - $50.00 Golf Cart Permit $35.00 Watercraft Permit $20.00 Dog Tags $5.00 "If you are unable to

HAMMOND and WESTVILLE, Ind. — College students seeking to stay on track or work ahead in their plans of study can take summer courses offered by Purdue University Northwest (PNW). PNW 2026 summer courses span a range of subjects, including business, engineering, life and physical sciences, humanities, and technology. From sections in business management to fundamentals of speech and communication, available course sections can help you continue working toward your college education goals. PNW’s summer courses are offered in flexible four, six, eight or twelve-week formats. Earning summer college credits through PNW helps you complete high-quality coursework and earn the

CPR training is available year-round across La Porte County, with numerous free, certified classes happening this May. Take a look through the upcoming dates and locations to find a session. View all events on our Facebook Events tab or at heartsafelpc.com/events.

The Michigan City Police Department continues to investigate the series of armed robberies that occurred between April 28th and April 30th, 2026, involving food delivery drivers. As a result of an operation conducted during the evening on May 1st by Michigan City police officers and detectives, 26-year-old Michigan City resident Julius Harris was taken into custody. Probable cause was found by LaPorte County Circuit Court Magistrate Pamela Munsey on May 4th to charge Harris with three (3) counts of Robbery (Level 3 Felony). Harris was issued a $25,000 cash only bond. The booking photo for Julius Harris is attached to

I-94 westbound will have alternating lane closures between mile marker 30-36 (east and west of U.S. 421) on or after Tuesday, May 5 to set up a new traffic configuration. Motorists should be prepared for changing traffic layouts between 9pm-5am. This work is weather dependent and may be rescheduled. Starting on or after the morning of May 6, the left two lanes of westbound I-94 will be closed for resurfacing with two travel lanes shifted to the right. The ramps at exit 34 for U.S. 421 will remain open. This traffic configuration will be in place for approximately two weeks.

MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. (May 4, 2026) — Frank & Edward Skwiat Post 451 of the American Legion welcomed National Commander Dan K. Wiley during a special visit that highlighted the Post’s continued growth, community impact and commitment to veterans. Commander Socrates Gray said the visit represents a significant moment not only for Post 451, but for the broader Michigan City community. “Having National Commander Dan K. Wiley here at Frank & Edward Skwiat Post 451 is a tremendous honor for our Post, our members, and the entire Michigan City community,” said Gray. The event brought together veterans, community members and

Today A 10 percent chance of showers after 5pm. Sunny, with a high near 77. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Tonight A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 11pm, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm between 11pm and 1am, then a chance of showers after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 47. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph becoming north after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible

Lemur Island will soon welcome some new residents: a troop of ring-tailed lemurs recently rescued after being found roaming loose in Texas.   Known for their striking, two-foot-long tails marked with 13 black and white rings, ring-tailed lemurs are native to the dry forests of southwestern Madagascar. Uniquely, they spend nearly half their time on the ground—a rarity among lemurs. At the zoo, these charismatic primates will become ambassadors for their endangered species, inspiring guests to support wildlife conservation efforts. The collaborative effort behind their rescue and relocation demonstrates the vital role animal welfare organizations, local authorities, and zoos play

Food Bank of Northern Indiana Mobile Food Distributions for May 2026   Wednesday, May 6, 2026 – LaPorte County 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. CST *While supplies last. Where: Marquette Mall, 201 W. U.S. 20, Michigan City, IN 46360 *This distribution is sponsored by Citizens Concerned for the Homeless and will serve 300 households.   Thursday, May 7, 2026 – St. Joseph County 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ET *While supplies last. Where: The former Kroger parking lot, 4526 W. Western Ave., South Bend, IN 46619 *This distribution is sponsored by Kroger and will serve 150 households.   Friday, May

MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. -- Franciscan Health Michigan City is presenting a free suicide prevention course in June aimed at saving lives.   The entry-level question, persuade and refer, or QPR Suicide Prevention Course, is based on a curriculum developed by the QPR Institute. The course aims to save lives and reduce suicidal behaviors by providing innovative, practical and proven suicide prevention training.   According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, suicide is one of the leading causes of death in the United States, with one suicide taking place every 11 minutes. According to the QPR Institute, just as

Michigan City – Michigan City Area Schools is proud to announce the recipients of its 2026 Teacher and Employee of the Year awards. The program, which debuted in 2024, recognizes five staff members who have gone above and beyond to serve the MCAS community. This year’s recipients include Cindy LoGreco (Elementary Teacher of the Year), Ashley Koza (Secondary Teacher of the Year), Shelly Malott (Support Staff Employee of the Year), Brooke Cisar (Food Service Employee of the Year), and Alexis Vigil (Transportation Employee of the Year). The five district winners were surprised on Tuesday, April 14, by a “prize patrol”

Today Mostly sunny, with a high near 59.   Sunday Night A 30 percent chance of showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 43.   Monday A slight chance of showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 61

The Washington Park Zoo in Michigan City will offer a 50% discount admission for mothers with a paid child admission on Sunday, May 10 from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. The last admission will be sold at 3 p.m. More details on the zoo can be found at www.washingtonparkzoo.com

In Lake County an INDOT contractor will begin construction on a reduced conflict intersection (RCI) at U.S. 41 and 151st Ave on or after Monday, May 4. For the first week, crews will have lane shifts to conduct pre-phase work, including construction of a temporary ditch to allow drainage within the median. On or after Friday, May 8, the outside lanes of U.S. 41 will be closed in each direction for phase one construction, and traffic will utilize the inside lanes. The median of U.S. 41 will remain closed throughout construction. During phase one, construction activities will include outside shoulders, turn