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GRIFFITH, Ind. -- Franciscan Health is teaming up with Sounds of Sarah and the Lake County Health Department to present free suicide prevention courses this summer 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

Join Debbie Tatum with the Franciscan Health Foundation for "Well Beings" on Wednesday June 10th from 9:10a-9:40a. This week's show is brought to you by Captian Ed and the Beutner Family. #wims #whfb #localradio

In St. Joseph County there will be road closures on State Road 23 between Wolf St in North Liberty and Olive St/Locust Rd in South Bend beginning on or after Monday, June 8. Crews will replace six pipes between New Rd and Kern Rd. At the same time, a small structure replacement will also be conducted between U.S. 20/31 and Ireland Rd. State Road 23 is expected to be closed for 10 days. This work was originally scheduled to begin in May but was postponed due to utility delays. Through traffic should seek alternate routes or use the official detour

The City of Michigan City congratulated Dr. Dominique Edwards, Planning Director for the City of Michigan City, on receiving the Indiana Black Expo Michigan City Chapter’s 2026 “I” Rise Award. "This recognition reflects her commitment to community development, equity, and service to our residents, the city said on its Facebook page. "We also extend our congratulations to Gerry Jones, recipient of the Community Spirit Award, and Dr. Carey B. Ransone, recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award, for their lasting contributions and dedication to the Michigan City community. Congratulations to all of this year’s honorees & scholarship recipients on these well-deserved

The Michigan City Police Depart gave the following reminder about the juvenile curfew laws: The Michigan City Police Department would like to remind parents, guardians, custodians and children of a few juvenile curfew laws now that school has ended for the summer hiatus. Juvenile curfew laws are in effect year-round across Indiana with the primary purpose of keeping our children safe. The Michigan City Police Department is requesting parents, guardians and custodians to monitor their children more closely now that school is not in session to help keep our community safe. Indiana’s current law for juvenile curfew states: ● Children

NORTHWEST INDIANA – Franciscan Health’s Fresh Start Markets across Northwest Indiana are hosting events in July to provide groceries to those experiencing food insecurity while offering summer safety education for the whole family. The Grill, Chill & Stay Safe events will provide frozen hamburger patties, hot dogs, buns and watermelons in addition to other food options for Fresh Start Market shoppers. Franciscan is also teaming up with community partners to promote summer safety education and awareness for those from birth to 18 during the special Fresh Start Market events. Safety topics include water, fireworks, vehicles, vaping and more. The Fresh

Today A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 83. Chance of precipitation is 60%.   Tonight A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66.   Sunday A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 83.   Sunday Night A slight chance of showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 68.   Monday A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 85.

Burn 'Em Brewing Presents PSYCHFEST 2026 on Saturday June 20th from 1pm-10pm. They are located at 1215 E. 2nd Street in Michigan City. Call 219-217-2337. Visit their website at www.burnembrewing.com. #wims #whfb #localradio

Earlier this week, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan announced that he will hold a Healthcare Affordability Listening Session on Thursday - June 18, 2026. Congressman Mrvan stated, “I invite all residents to join this Healthcare Affordability Listening Session on Thursday - June 18, 2026.  I look forward to hearing directly from constituents about their current healthcare experiences and concerns.  This input is invaluable for my efforts to advocate for policies in our nation’s capital that reflect the needs and priorities of our region.” Thursday – June 18, 2026 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. – Dean and Barbara White Community Center -

News Release, La Porte County Sheriff's Office: What now seems like an eternity ago, Deputy Jon Samuelson entered the Emergency Department at Memorial Hospital in South Bend fourteen days ago. Following an eight-hour surgery, Jon was transferred to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), where he remained until yesterday.  During his 13-night stay, he received exceptional around-the-clock care from an incredible team of medical professionals. From their compassionate bedside manner and unwavering encouragement to the timely ‘field trips’ outside for fresh air, along with the countless smiles, laughs, handshakes and fist bumps, the surgeons, nurses, therapists, and support staff who cared for Jon

In La Porte County there will be several paving projects beginning June 8. The following roads will be milled: 150 West from 250 South to 400 South. Small Road from Zigler to 500 West. 300 North from 950 West to U.S. 421.  

La Porte County Sheriff’s Department Deputy Jon Samuelson was transported to Chicago on Thursday to begin his long road of rehab, according to a Facebook post from the Portage Police Department. Portage PD and Portage FD were there to honor and continue to show support for him and his family as the procession traveled through the city. Portage Police also said the following: “We would like to thank PFD for participating with us and preparing the beautiful display of our American flag! We continue keep Deputy Samuelson in our thoughts as he takes this next step into recovery..” South Bend

STATEMENT FROM CHICAGO BEARS CHAIRMAN GEORGE H. MCCASKEY AND PRESIDENT & CEO KEVIN WARREN "Yesterday, the Chicago Bears Board of Directors met and voted to advance our stadium development project in Hammond, Indiana, with the exact site to be selected. We believe a world-class stadium project in Hammond will transform the region, connecting Northwest Indiana to the South Side of Chicago through the Loop and across neighborhoods and suburbs stretching north of the city. It will bring Chicagoland together and deliver new opportunities to its residents and businesses."

Today A slight chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 85. Chance of precipitation is 20%.   Tonight A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 67.   Saturday A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 84.   Saturday Night A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 67.   Sunday A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 85.

In Lake County, there will be ramp closures at the State Road 912/Cline Ave at the I-94 interchange beginning on or after Monday, June 8. The ramps from I-94 eastbound and westbound to State Road 912 southbound will be closed through mid-August. Motorists should seek alternate routes. The official detour will be to exit I-94 to State Road 912 northbound and use the ramps at the U.S. 20/12 interchange to turn around to State Road 912 southbound. State Road 912 continues to be reduced to one lane in each direction between 179th St and 177th St through early July. These

The City of Michigan City will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 5pm in the EOC for the Community Development Block Grant Program’s 2026 Annual Action Plan. The CDBG program is a federally funded program through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development that provides communities with resources to address a wide range of needs for low-to-moderate income persons. The Annual Action Plan details how CDBG funds will be used each year to support a wide range of initiatives such as housing, infrastructure improvements, community programs, and more. Learn more about the CDBG program here:

LA PORTE, Ind. — The La Porte High School choir program has earned the Indiana State School Music Association (ISSMA) All-Music Award for the 2025-2026 school year, placing it among just 14 high schools statewide recognized in the choir category. ISSMA presented the program with a commemorative banner marking the achievement. The award is one of the highest honors ISSMA bestows. To qualify, the program had to earn Gold ratings, and only Gold, across three separate ISSMA contests during the year: State Solo and Ensemble, Jazz, and Organizational. Under the direction of Choir Director Tom Coe, all 118 students in

The City of Michigan City released the following statement Thursday about the passing of the wolf Echo and  the events of June 3: Yesterday, Washington Park Zoo lost one of its own. Echo, a 10-year-old female timberwolf who had called our zoo home her entire life, passed away overnight on June 2–3, 2026. Her passing has been deeply felt by our zookeeping staff, by our zoo family, and by the community that has watched her grow. In the hours that followed Echo’s death, two of our dedicated employees were injured while responding to the situation inside the wolf habitat. One

Chesterton High School is announcing the closure today of the pedestrian walkway, which traverses the CHS Athletic Complex from 1100N to the CHS parking lot, located between the baseball and softball fields. The pedestrian walkway will remain closed throughout the summer as it undergoes an upgrade.   Photo via Town of Chesterton Facebook page

INDIANAPOLIS -  Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales provides an update on several key election administration activities following Indiana’s 2026 Primary Election, announcing final election results, upcoming voter registration efforts, recount proceedings, post-election audits, and election security initiatives. Primary Election results are now official (as of noon 5/18/2026) with Democratic and Republican Party candidates officially elected to appear on the ballot in the November General Election. See final results online: https://enr.indianavoters.in.gov/site/index.html “Indiana continues to lead with secure, transparent, and well-administered elections. As we prepare for the November General Election, our office remains committed to ensuring every eligible Hoosier has access