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Please leave plenty of time if you must travel. Call ahead on your flights to check on status.  Be safe. "The National Weather Service reminds travelers about winter weather impacting northern Indiana/Southwest Michigan and Chicago through Saturday, Dec. 24. "The notices state that hazardous conditions are expected, with heavy snow and high winds causing blowing and drifting, along with sub-zero wind chills. "Due to this predicted weather, the South Shore Line is closely monitoring conditions as ice and heavy snow can adversely impact track, overhead wire, and other mechanical components. SSL employees will be working continuously to minimize the severe

Watch for with extremely cold temperatures and potentially high winds. We want to ensure that everyone has the resources available if we have a power outage or stranded motorists. I have spoken with the Superintendent for MSD of New Durham Township. They will allow us to use their building if the need arises. I’ve also been in contact with the American Red Cross who will provide us with their resources in the event they’re needed. "As we brace ourselves for this winter storm, I would ask that everyone be patient, take care of themselves and to look out for each

In observance of the Holidays and winter weathe conditions, Michigan City Transit Department will not be operating today, Friday, Dec. 23. Transit will be closed on Saturday, December 24, and Monday, Dec. 26. Transit will resume normal service on Tuesday, Dec. 27.  

"An extremely dangerous combination of bitter cold temperatures, measurable snowfall, and sustained winds, will create blizzard-like whiteout conditions ultimately impacting any type of travel. "DO NOT venture out into these life-threatening conditions for unnecessary reasons.  If you choose to do so and become stranded, the response time by a deputy will be lengthy, even if he or she can get anywhere close to you and your vehicle. "The only type of travel shall be ESSENTIAL only! "DO NOT call the #LCSO or the LaPorte County E911 Center to inquire about roadway conditions.  Rather visit 511in.org for travel impacts, interstate cameras

BEWARE-BLIZZRD WARNING. * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Portions of northern Indiana and southwest Michigan. * WHEN...From 4 PM EST /3 PM CST/ Thursday to 7 AM EST /6 AM CST/ Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult to impossible. Widespread blowing and drifting snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact holiday travel. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches and cause power outages. Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 15 below to 30 below zero will cause frostbite on exposed skin

From The City of La Porte- For the safety of its drivers and riders, TransPorte has made the tough decision to close on Friday, December 23 due to the impending snow storm. The bus service tentatively plans to continue with its holiday hours for Saturday, Dec. 24. However, this will be dependent upon the weather and is subject to change. Reminder: TransPorte will be closed on Sunday, Dec. 25 and Monday, Dec. 26 in observance of Christmas.

WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions possible. A wintry mix Thursday transitions to all snow by Thursday evening. Snow will be moderate to heavy at times Thursday night into Friday before transitioning to lake effect snow through Saturday. Storm total snow amounts will be quite varied, exceeding well over one foot near Lake Michigan to a few inches in northwest Ohio. West winds could gust as high as 55 mph, and will cause significant blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Portions of northern Indiana, southwest Michigan and northwest Ohio. * WHEN...From Thursday

Merrillville, Ind. — NIPSCO’s tenth annual Hope for the Holidays campaign, combining company and employee donations, provided more than $75,000 to benefit community-serving organizations throughout northern Indiana this holiday season. NIPSCO employees donated more than 600 toys to be donated to each of the eight Toys for Tots organizations throughout the NIPSCO service area. Counties supported include: • Lake County • North Lake Co. (Gary, Hammond, East Chicago, Whiting) • Porter, Starke and Jasper • LaPorte County • Miami, Cass, Howard, Fulton, Wabash, Grant and Tipton • Allen, Adams, DeKalb, Huntington, Noble, Steuben and Wells • Elkhart County • St.

At approximately 2:49 a.m. this morning St. Joseph County Police discovered a grey GMC Sierra sitting in a cornfield with its engine running east of Oak Road and just north of Stanton Road, near the St. Joseph-Marshall County line. Inside the truck a County Police Officer discovered two females both unconscious and without a pulse. Medics and Marshall County Police arrived on scene a short time later. Jennifer Ann Kelley, (f/w) age 30 of Walkerton and Tracy May Burns, (f/w) age 26 of Walkerton were both pronounced dead on scene by medics. No signs of crash, or trauma were visible.

With a blast of snow and arctic air forecast for much of Indiana later this week, the American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, urges caution when picking up that shovel or even starting the snowblower. Research shows that many people may face an increased risk of a heart attack or sudden cardiac arrest after shoveling heavy snow. The American Heart Association’s 2020 scientific statement, Exercise-Related Acute Cardiovascular Events and Potential Deleterious Adaptations Following Long-Term Exercise Training: Placing the Risks Into Perspective–An Update, notes snow shoveling among the physical activities that

The Indiana State Police announced that it will be stepping up patrols as part of the Safe Family Travel holiday enforcement campaign. Starting this week, officers will be out in greater numbers showing zero tolerance for anyone driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The department joins more than 200 participating law enforcement agencies in the campaign, which runs through January 1 of next year. While officers will be targeting impaired drivers, they will also be on high alert for seat belt violations and other forms of unsafe driving. Their goal is to help ensure people make it to

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Department of Health has awarded nearly $10 million to four community organizations to expand Nurse-Family Partnership programming across the state, helping to provide care and support for pregnant individuals and first-time mothers to promote healthy pregnancies and give children a successful start in life. The funding, appropriated through Senate Enrolled Act 2, will be used to increase the number of families served in existing counties and allow for expansion to new areas of the state. Grant recipients are: Healthier Moms and Babies, for expansion in the Northeast region, $1.1 million Goodwill Industries of Michiana, for expansion in

December 19 marks the 25th anniversary of the DNR Law Enforcement’s K-9 program. The Indiana Conservations Officers’ K-9 program started in 1997 with a pilot program consisting of two teams, Officer Jeff Milner and K-9 Journey and Officer Scotty Wilson and K-9 Judge. Because of its effectiveness, the program grew to a team of 13 K-9 units throughout the state. At least one K-9 unit serves in each of 10 Indiana DNR Law Enforcement districts. The Indiana DNR K-9 program is not only well respected in the Hoosier state, but also is recognized as one of the top K-9 programs

The National Weather Service of Northern Indiana is informing that a major winter storm will bring a variety of hazards to the region for late Thursday into the weekend.  A Winter Storm Watch has been issued.  The NWS says major travel disruptions are expected and to plan ahead and keep up on the latest forecast over the next few days. In a separate statement the National Weather Service of Northern Indiana announced the following: “A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for all of the forecast area from Thursday evening through Saturday morning.  A light wintry mix early Thursday is

The Lake County Sheriff Oscar Martinez Jr. has made the following statement regarding a “thwart of potential armed violence” at Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School in Gary: “Lake County Sheriff’s Department investigators have been working tirelessly this weekend to gather intelligence and locate potential witnesses and suspects after receiving information on possible social media threats against Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School in Gary. “A social media post threatened an active shooter scenario at 9 a.m. Monday at the school.  The post included a photo of several assault rifles, and named a teacher as a potential victim. “Over the weekend,

The pool at the YMCA La Porte branch will be temporarily closed starting Monday Dec. 19 through Thursday Dec. 22 for critical repairs to the ceiling. It will re-open for normal hours on Friday Dec. 23. The Michigan City Elston branch pool is available.

A suspect connected in the robbery of a bank in Michigan City was arrested in New Buffalo on Thursday. At around 1:05 p.m., Michigan City Police  were dispatched to a bank alarm at First Source Bank located at 3905 Franklin St. A preliminary investigation showed that the suspect had received an undisclosed amount of money and fled in a vehicle prior to officers arrival. Officers searched the area and determined that the suspect left in a dark colored vehicle and was traveling south on Franklin Street. A short time later the vehicle was located by a Pokagon Band Tribal Police

The Michigan City Police Department is seeking the community’s assistance in a 15-year homicide cold case, involving the homicide of Robert Winters Jr. (RJ). On April 1st, 2007 at approximately 9:30 p.m., Officers from the Michigan City Police Department were dispatched to the 200 Block of E. Fulton St in reference to shots fired. Upon arrival officers discovered that Robert Winters Jr. (RJ) lying on the ground and had suffered a fatal gunshot wound. The Michigan City Police Department is seeking the community’s assistance in solving this 15-year-old homicide. Michigan City Police stated, “Persons of interests have been made known

The Lakefront Career Network (LCN) recently announced Interfaith Community PADS (Interfaith) as their 2023 Spotlight Organization. Interfaith Community PADS, Inc. is a faith-based organization providing food, shelter, and resource referrals to the homeless population in our community. They have been in operation for over 20 years. Each year LCN, the young professionals committee of the Michigan City Chamber of Commerce, uses an application process to choose one nonprofit to build a unique partnership with for an entire year. In what is now its sixth partnership, LCN will work with Interfaith to increase awareness of the organization. LCN will do this

The Liberty Township Volunteer Fire Department announced that,  “An incredible charter member and founder Robert “Bob” Esserman, 94, passed away peacefully in his Florida home where he spent the last few years of his life.” Esserman was one of 11 founding members of Liberty Township Volunteer Fire Department and was instrumental in the fire service in Liberty Township and across the State, the department said. Esserman served the highest rank of Assistant Fire Chief for some years, Inspector, Investigator, as well as an instructor. “Esserman was passionate about teaching LP gas and taught at fire schools across the State and