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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

Franciscan Health’s Social Impact Program funding applications open through the end of May -Funds support nonprofits serving at-risk populations Franciscan Health’s Social Impact Partnership Program (SIPP) is opening applications for funding to support healthcare-related programs for nonprofit health and human service organizations in at-risk communities.   SIPP funding applications will be accepted through May29th. Partner agencies will be announced in mid-July. Organizations may apply for up to $10,000 in monetary support.   Serving populations most in need and in accordance with Franciscan’s mission should be the focus of supported activities. These include people who have endured systemic racism; refugees and

In the Town of Porter, Waverly Road will be closed between Hjelm Road and Ballard Drive from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Monday, May 4. Indiana American Water Company will be installing water services for three new homes on Waverly Road, according to a Facebook post from the Town of Chesterton. The Detour is Hjelm Road to Fleming Street to Ballard Drive, then back to Waverly Road. For workers’s safety, barricades will be placed on Waverly Road.

UPDATE: Original Release Below (under this update) Michigan City Police Department Investigating Multiple Robberies 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 yesterday evening by Michigan City Police officers and detectives, a person of interest has been taken into custody. This operation was the result of coordinated investigative efforts, including follow-up on leads and review of available evidence. At this time, the investigation remains active, and additional details will be released as they become available.

Today Sunny, with a high near 50.   Tonight Partly cloudy, with a low around 39.   Sunday 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 Michigan City Police Department would like to warn residents of an ongoing scam that is currently taking place.  Scammers falsely identifying themselves as police officers are calling people and informing them they were mailed a certified letter to appear for jury duty and that they failed to appear in a federal court case.  These calls are placed from telephone numbers that are displayed on the recipient’s caller identification log as blocked, private, unknown or restricted. The recipient will then receive a text message during this phone call that contains an image of a fake arrest warrant with their name

In La Porte County the Kankakee River Bridge on County Road 1000 South  will close from May 4 to August 2, according to a post from the La Porte County Sheriff's Office. The closure is for bridge rehab-superstructure replacement.  

The Indiana Toll Road announced the following advisory: SOUTH BEND WEST (EXIT 72) ENTRY RAMP FROM U.S. 31 CLOSED FOR SCHEDULED WORK. MAY 4 | 7 AM–4 PM ET. FOLLOW DETOUR SIGNAGE TO ACCESS THE TOLL ROAD DETOUR • Drive south on US 31 • Take the South Bend–Airport Exit • Take the 80‑90 Toll Road | U.S. 31 North ramp (next immediate exit) • Go north on US 31 • Take the 80‑90 Toll Road exit