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The Lake Central High School administration said that additional police will be present on campus on Thursday as a precaution.
Lake Central High School student in custody after an alleged gun threat
The Lake Central High School administration said that additional police will be present on campus on Thursday as a precaution.
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February 19, 2026 at 1:23 AM
The Lake Central High School administration said that additional police will be present on campus on Thursday as a precaution.
William Glass, 47, pleaded guilty to felony criminal confinement and misdemeanor domestic battery for confining the woman and repeatedly punching her April 26, 2021, court records show.
Man given time served for beating woman who didn’t want to date him
William Glass, 47, pleaded guilty to felony criminal confinement and misdemeanor domestic battery for confining the woman and repeatedly punching her April 26, 2021, court records show.
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February 19, 2026 at 1:08 AM
William Glass, 47, pleaded guilty to felony criminal confinement and misdemeanor domestic battery for confining the woman and repeatedly punching her April 26, 2021, court records show.
The restoration time for customers is estimated to be completed by 8:30 p.m., according to the NIPSCO report.
Over 200 power outages reported in Lake County due to weather issues
The restoration time for customers is estimated to be completed by 8:30 p.m., according to the NIPSCO report.
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February 19, 2026 at 12:53 AM
The restoration time for customers is estimated to be completed by 8:30 p.m., according to the NIPSCO report.
A woman faces criminal charges for using a debit card belonging to a resident with dementia at a Winfield nursing home where she worked to pay her water bill, according
Nursing assistant used Winfield dementia patient’s debit card to pay water bill, documents show
A woman faces criminal charges for using a debit card belonging to a resident with dementia at a Winfield nursing home where she worked to pay her water bill, according
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February 19, 2026 at 12:38 AM
A woman faces criminal charges for using a debit card belonging to a resident with dementia at a Winfield nursing home where she worked to pay her water bill, according
Dr. Bethany Cataldi took more than $19 million from Medicare, private insurance companies and patients during an eight-year fraudulent billing scheme. She was sentenced Wednesday to eight years in prison.
Region doctor's fraud 'diminishes public trust and confidence in health care system,' judge says
Dr. Bethany Cataldi took more than $19 million from Medicare, private insurance companies and patients during an eight-year fraudulent billing scheme. She was sentenced Wednesday to eight years in prison.
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February 19, 2026 at 12:23 AM
Dr. Bethany Cataldi took more than $19 million from Medicare, private insurance companies and patients during an eight-year fraudulent billing scheme. She was sentenced Wednesday to eight years in prison.
A vehicle fire closed all westbound lanes of travel of I-94 in Porter on Wednesday evening, according to INDOT.
Westbound lanes closed due to vehicle fire on I-94 in Porter
A vehicle fire closed all westbound lanes of travel of I-94 in Porter on Wednesday evening, according to INDOT.
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February 19, 2026 at 12:08 AM
A vehicle fire closed all westbound lanes of travel of I-94 in Porter on Wednesday evening, according to INDOT.
The fire occurred at the Republic Services Transport building on Wabash Avenue Wednesday evening.
Chesterton police warn of traffic delays due to building fire
The fire occurred at the Republic Services Transport building on Wabash Avenue Wednesday evening.
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February 18, 2026 at 11:53 PM
The fire occurred at the Republic Services Transport building on Wabash Avenue Wednesday evening.
The House Ways and Means Committee, which specializes in state spending legislation, is scheduled to review the Bears stadium proposal at 8 a.m. Region time Thursday.
Bears stadium proposal set for review by key Indiana House committee Thursday
The House Ways and Means Committee, which specializes in state spending legislation, is scheduled to review the Bears stadium proposal at 8 a.m. Region time Thursday.
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February 18, 2026 at 11:32 PM
The House Ways and Means Committee, which specializes in state spending legislation, is scheduled to review the Bears stadium proposal at 8 a.m. Region time Thursday.
According to a senior meteorologist at the National Weather Service, the particles from wildfires mixed with the rainclouds made the muddy rain that sprinkled cars on Tuesday evening.
Muddy rain leaves traces of wildfire dust and ash on Region vehicles
According to a senior meteorologist at the National Weather Service, the particles from wildfires mixed with the rainclouds made the muddy rain that sprinkled cars on Tuesday evening.
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February 18, 2026 at 11:03 PM
According to a senior meteorologist at the National Weather Service, the particles from wildfires mixed with the rainclouds made the muddy rain that sprinkled cars on Tuesday evening.
A 59-year-old man originally from Cambodia died Monday morning at the Miami Correctional Facility near Kokomo while in ICE custody.
Immigrant held by ICE at Indiana prison dies in custody
A 59-year-old man originally from Cambodia died Monday morning at the Miami Correctional Facility near Kokomo while in ICE custody.
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February 18, 2026 at 10:32 PM
A 59-year-old man originally from Cambodia died Monday morning at the Miami Correctional Facility near Kokomo while in ICE custody.
The South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority is releasing a series of Northwest Indiana Superfans videos as part of the push to lure the Bears across the state line to
SSCVA releases Northwest Indiana Superfans video amid Bears stadium push
The South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority is releasing a series of Northwest Indiana Superfans videos as part of the push to lure the Bears across the state line to
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February 18, 2026 at 10:01 PM
The South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority is releasing a series of Northwest Indiana Superfans videos as part of the push to lure the Bears across the state line to
Every time he visited Northwest Indiana, anyone who met Jackson instantly knew that he was “somebody” whether or not they agreed with his fiery brand of civil rights activism.
Davich: Region residents recall meeting Jesse Jackson, who was unforgettably 'somebody'
Every time he visited Northwest Indiana, anyone who met Jackson instantly knew that he was “somebody” whether or not they agreed with his fiery brand of civil rights activism.
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February 18, 2026 at 9:02 PM
Every time he visited Northwest Indiana, anyone who met Jackson instantly knew that he was “somebody” whether or not they agreed with his fiery brand of civil rights activism.
After the three-year investigation, police arrested two suspects in relation to the shooting that killed two Hobart women in 2022.
Two Region men arrested in double murder case after three-year investigation
After the three-year investigation, police arrested two suspects in relation to the shooting that killed two Hobart women in 2022.
nwitimes.com
February 18, 2026 at 8:21 PM
After the three-year investigation, police arrested two suspects in relation to the shooting that killed two Hobart women in 2022.
Police from other departments joined the pursuit and after about 35 minutes, two officers fired guns after the accused allegedly attempted to strike them with his vehicle, county police said.
Injured driver faces attempted murder after police pursuit, officer-involved shooting
Police from other departments joined the pursuit and after about 35 minutes, two officers fired guns after the accused allegedly attempted to strike them with his vehicle, county police said.
nwitimes.com
February 18, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Police from other departments joined the pursuit and after about 35 minutes, two officers fired guns after the accused allegedly attempted to strike them with his vehicle, county police said.
It is the deadliest avalanche in the U.S. since 1981, when 11 climbers were killed on Mount Rainier, Washington.
Eight backcountry skiers found dead, 1 still missing after California avalanche
It is the deadliest avalanche in the U.S. since 1981, when 11 climbers were killed on Mount Rainier, Washington.
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February 18, 2026 at 7:45 PM
It is the deadliest avalanche in the U.S. since 1981, when 11 climbers were killed on Mount Rainier, Washington.
Whiting High School students walked out Wednesday in protest of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement actions after national outrage over two fatal shootings by federal agents.
Over 100 Whiting students join national anti-ICE protests
Whiting High School students walked out Wednesday in protest of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement actions after national outrage over two fatal shootings by federal agents.
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February 18, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Whiting High School students walked out Wednesday in protest of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement actions after national outrage over two fatal shootings by federal agents.
Could a dispute over client status decide an attorney misconduct case? A hearing has been held, but no ruling date is set.
What to know as disciplinary panel weighs Estrada case
Could a dispute over client status decide an attorney misconduct case? A hearing has been held, but no ruling date is set.
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February 18, 2026 at 6:41 PM
Could a dispute over client status decide an attorney misconduct case? A hearing has been held, but no ruling date is set.
An electoral system that ensures every candidate who wins public office has the backing of a majority of voters is set to be prohibited in Indiana.
Lawmakers approve ban on ranked choice voting in Indiana elections
An electoral system that ensures every candidate who wins public office has the backing of a majority of voters is set to be prohibited in Indiana.
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February 18, 2026 at 6:20 PM
An electoral system that ensures every candidate who wins public office has the backing of a majority of voters is set to be prohibited in Indiana.
"This arrest reflects a month of detailed investigative work and strong collaboration between our department, regional partners, and the Lake County Prosecutor’s Office," said Hammond Police Chief Jeffrey Long.
SWAT nabs 2 teens in wake of shooting death
"This arrest reflects a month of detailed investigative work and strong collaboration between our department, regional partners, and the Lake County Prosecutor’s Office," said Hammond Police Chief Jeffrey Long.
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February 18, 2026 at 4:42 PM
"This arrest reflects a month of detailed investigative work and strong collaboration between our department, regional partners, and the Lake County Prosecutor’s Office," said Hammond Police Chief Jeffrey Long.
East Chicago is working to broaden access to groceries after trying for years to lure a second grocery store.
East Chicago working to broaden access to groceries after efforts to lure Aldi and Pete's Fresh Market fall short
East Chicago is working to broaden access to groceries after trying for years to lure a second grocery store.
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February 18, 2026 at 4:01 PM
East Chicago is working to broaden access to groceries after trying for years to lure a second grocery store.
The officer attempted to stop the truck when the driver nearly struck another vehicle before rolling down her window and jumping from her moving vehicle, police said.
Driver jumps from vehicle during pursuit; lizard rescued after crash into lake
The officer attempted to stop the truck when the driver nearly struck another vehicle before rolling down her window and jumping from her moving vehicle, police said.
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February 18, 2026 at 3:46 PM
The officer attempted to stop the truck when the driver nearly struck another vehicle before rolling down her window and jumping from her moving vehicle, police said.
The theft in question occurred Feb. 10 at the local Meijer store, police said.
Police release photo of person sought in wake of theft
The theft in question occurred Feb. 10 at the local Meijer store, police said.
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February 18, 2026 at 3:17 PM
The theft in question occurred Feb. 10 at the local Meijer store, police said.
"On several occasions during the chase, troopers observed the driver and passenger discard a substance from the inside of the vehicle."
Pair accused of leading state police on 89-mile pursuit
"On several occasions during the chase, troopers observed the driver and passenger discard a substance from the inside of the vehicle."
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February 18, 2026 at 3:02 PM
"On several occasions during the chase, troopers observed the driver and passenger discard a substance from the inside of the vehicle."
"If storms do become severe, they may produce tornadoes, damaging winds, and damaging hail," according to the forecast.
Region to go from brush fire threat to severe storms to colder temps
"If storms do become severe, they may produce tornadoes, damaging winds, and damaging hail," according to the forecast.
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February 18, 2026 at 2:47 PM
"If storms do become severe, they may produce tornadoes, damaging winds, and damaging hail," according to the forecast.
Imagine stepping into an infrared sauna to start your workout — yoga, Pilates, rowing or cycling — and being immersed in warming radiant light to enhance physical activity and add
Get Healthy: Infrared sauna studios a new way to warm up, enhance your workout
Imagine stepping into an infrared sauna to start your workout — yoga, Pilates, rowing or cycling — and being immersed in warming radiant light to enhance physical activity and add
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February 18, 2026 at 2:32 PM
Imagine stepping into an infrared sauna to start your workout — yoga, Pilates, rowing or cycling — and being immersed in warming radiant light to enhance physical activity and add