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The La Porte County Sheriff's Office says a 50-year-old man lost his life following a crash early Friday in Center Township. At 4:17 a.m., deputies responded to U.S. 35 in rural Center Township for a single vehicle personal injury crash. A deputy located the crash scene on U.S. 35 north of Stonehedge Way. The initial on-scene investigation completed by the deputy and assisting deputies determined a 2006 Hummer had been traveling southbound on US 35 when the vehicle left the west side of the roadway, traveled along a grass covered shoulder area, contacted a gravel surface, and went airborne before

The #LCSO announces the arrest of 34-year-old Joseph A. YAW following a criminal investigation.On January 12th an adult female and her 13-year-old niece came to the Sheriff’s Office regarding the teenager having received inappropriate messages. Detective Alex Pishkur completed an initial interview with the adult and juvenile and thereafter initiated a criminal investigation.Over the next several weeks Detective Pishkur applied for and executed search warrants. Pertinent evidence related to the investigation was obtained that identified YAW as the suspect.On February 17th Detective Pishkur forwarded his investigation findings to the La Porte County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. Probable Cause was found in La Porte

Construction to begin on I-94 between State Road 49 and U.S. 421 PORTER AND LA PORTE COUNTIES, Ind. - Indiana Department of Transportation contractor Milestone Contractors LP will have lane closures on I-94 between State Road 49 and U.S. 421 beginning on or after Sunday, March 15. Overnight lane closures will occur during the hours of 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. for one evening to set up a median work zone to the west of U.S. 421 for approximately three miles. The left shoulder and lane will then be closed in each direction through early April while a median crossover is constructed

BEN-HUR-A live radio play is coming to Theatre at the Center in Munster on Saturday March 28th at 2pm and 7:30pm   PROVISION & UNSHACKLED present BEN-HUR-A live radio play coming to Theatre at the Center in Munster on Saturday March 28th at 2pm and 7:30pm.   Step into the Roman Empire – where betrayal, vengeance, and faith collide. Judah Ben-Hur, a young nobleman of Jerusalem, is falsely accused and condemned to slavery by his childhood friend and now powerful Roman officer. Years of suffering and endurance forge a burning desire for revenge in Judah. Yet, across his journey Judah’s

Donation Drive: March 3 – March 31The Michigan City Police Department is partnering with We All In Recovery (WAIR) for our “March Toward Recovery” Donation Drive throughout the entire month of March. WAIR provides a safe and supportive space for individuals on their recovery journey. Their mission is built on connection, encouragement, and community. We are collecting donations all month long to help support the incredible work they are doing in our community. If you’re able, please consider donating items from the list below and dropping them off at the police department.Items needed:-Hygiene products (both men & women)-Non-perishable foods-Gym equipment

Today Mostly sunny, with a high near 48. Breezy.   Tonight Mostly cloudy, with a low around 32. Saturday A chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 44.   Saturday Night A chance of rain. Cloudy, with a low around 37.   Sunday Rain likely. Cloudy, with a high near 50.

Yesterday morning Deputy Ken Etchison responded to a parcel of property located in the 6800 north block of SR 39 regarding a civil matter. The property owned advised Deputy Etchison that 44-year-old Charles J. WILSON expressed his intentions of staying on the property even though he was no longer authorized to do so. A computer check determined WILSON was a wanted person by authorities in Porter County for felony resisting law enforcement (RLE). Deputies arrived at the property and converged on a recreational trailer (RV) known to be where WILSON had been residing. Deputies made contact with an occupant of

Ric Federighi from TEAM WIMS receives the Paul J. Alinsky Award from the The Rotary Club of Michigan City, IN -such an honor. As part of this award, the Rotary Club included a $600 gift payable to a charity of Ric’s choice. He chose to split the award to support both United Way of La Porte County and The Salvation Army Michigan City. Thank you to everyone that celebrated with us. We LOVE our Community. #wims #nwi #localradio

Indiana 211 Accepting Damage Reports for March 10 Severe Storm in Newton County   Indianapolis -- Residents of Newton County are asked to contact Indiana 211 by calling 866-211-9966 to report storm damage from the severe storm that occurred on March 10, 2026.   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.   Currently, only residents in Newton County should utilize Indiana 211 for March 10 damage

MICHIGAN CITY, IN The Michigan City St. Patrick’s Day Parade will be held Saturday, March 14 at 1:00 pm, and will travel the traditional parade route north on Franklin St., beginning at 9th Street and ending at 4th Street. “The St. Patrick’s Day Parade is a great way to kick off the 2026 event season,” said Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch. “I love when we come together to celebrate our community and each other.” “We hope the community comes out to celebrate with us,” said Terry Greetham, Director of Special Events. “Whether you are Irish or not, pull out your best

The #LCSO announces the arrests of two 17-year-old juveniles following a criminal investigation.On January 5th a witness of a sex offense reported to Criminal Investigations Division Detectives of having observed sexual acts being performed on November 1, 2025, at a rural La Porte County residence. A criminal investigation was initiated with Detective Derrick Deck assigned as the lead investigator and Detective Alex Pishkur assisting.Over the next several weeks the detectives identified and interviewed the 17-year-old victim, continued to identify and interview additional witnesses, identified the suspects, obtained evidence, and gathered further pertinent information related to the case.Detective Deck forwarded the investigation findings

Right now, thousands of sandhill cranes are gathered in the Great Marsh at Indiana Dunes National Park—and it’s an incredible reminder of what habitat restoration can achieve. For thousands of years, the Great Marsh was a place where land and water converged, migratory birds took refuge, and other wildlife – including mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and insects – called home. However, during the 20th century, the Great Marsh wetland complex’s value was overlooked, and much of its 4,000 acres were drained, dug up, or otherwise destroyed. Since 1998, the National Park Service and its partners have done extensive restoration work in

The National Weather Service out of Chicago and Northern Indiana have completed preliminary surveys of Tuesday's night’s supercell thunderstorms. It produced three tornadoes. Keeping everyone in our thoughts and prayers. First Tornado An EF-3 with peak winds of 150 mph, it moved from Kankakee, Illinois, to Lake Village, Indiana, and then to Roselawn, Indiana, before briefly lifting. The width and length are yet to be determined. Second Tornado EF-1 on the ground for a short time from Stoutsberg to Dunns Bridge with peak winds of 110mph. Length and width to be determined. It lifted for 3 miles before touching back

HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH FRIDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...West winds 30 to 35 mph with gusts of 55 to 60 mph possible. * WHERE...Portions of northeast Illinois and northwest Indiana. * WHEN...From late tonight through Friday afternoon. The strongest winds are expected between 7 AM and Noon on Friday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Today Mostly sunny, with a high near 42.   Tonight A slight chance of rain and snow before 1am, then a chance of

Secretary of State Diego Morales and Turning Point USA Launch Statewide Voter Registration Partnership Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales launches statewide voter registration and poll worker recruitment initiative with Club America powered by Turning Point USA 501(c)(3). The effort is aimed at increasing voter registration and strengthening poll worker recruitment efforts across the state. The Secretary of State’s Office will collaborate with Club America to host voter registration drives on high school campuses and provide students with accurate, up-to-date election information. Both will work to assist with on-site voter registration.  The initiative will also highlight the “Hoosier Hall Pass”

80/94 FlexRoad construction is beginning soon! Work is expected to begin this spring and be ongoing through 2029, with all systems operational by late that year.   FlexRoad is an Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) project in coordination with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT). It's expected to improve traffic flow and safety along Indiana’s busiest interstate corridor, I-80/94, also known as the Borman Expressway.   The 14-mile project area extends from I-65 in Indiana to IL 394. The project will use Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSMO) strategies to optimize the safety and efficiency of the existing transportation system.

Attorney General Todd Rokita  alerted Hoosiers to a surge in consumer safety threats, with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announcing nearly 50 products recalls in February — many involving children’s toys, clothing, furniture, baby products, and household items that pose choking, burns, drowning, poisoning, and other serious risks.   “Hoosiers deserve protection from faulty products — especially when they put our children at risk,” Attorney General Rokita said. “If you own any of these recalled items, stop using them immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund, repair, or replacement.”   The Consumer Product Safety Commission reports the following

Here is the latest from the OTT Haverstock Funeral Chapel in Michigan City regarding Susan M. Borton, Jerry L. Blacksten, Warren L. Sampson, and Anthony James Williams   Susan M. Borton July 27, 1955 - March 5, 2026   Susan M. Borton, 70, of Michigan City, Indiana, passed away Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 2:15 a.m. at Life Care Center of Michigan City.   A celebration of life will be held from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday, March 15, 2026 at the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #75, 416 US 20, Michigan City, IN 46360. Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel, 418

The latest from Storm Chaser Jordan Hall with images from the Tornado that ripped through Lake Village, Indiana. Significant #tornado damage on the SW side of Lake Village, Indiana. This is where the fatalities from this tornado occurred. Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone affected #wims #whfb PHOTO CREDIT and STORY: Strom Chaser Jordan Hall

NWI Reeling: "Direct Hit" Tornadoes and Record-Breaking Hail Ravage Region LAKE VILLAGE, IN — A violent line of severe storms exploded across Northwest Indiana on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, unleashing a barrage of "softball-sized" hail and destructive tornadoes. From Newton County to the shores of LaPorte, communities are waking up to a landscape of leveled homes, shattered glass, and a massive recovery effort. The atmospheric setup was "highly volatile," fueled by unseasonably warm temperatures in the 70s before a sharp cold front triggered the cell's development. "Direct Hit" on Lake Village and Knox The evening’s devastation began shortly after 6:30 p.m. when a confirmed tornado