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From Torch, The Lansing Journal and 17 more newsrooms, gathered by TMI, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.
Torch6 hours ago
St. John’s Kicks Off Regular Season Play With 78-63 Win Over Monmouth, on TorchOpening Day has arrived; students and alumni alike fill Carnesecca Plaza, eagerly awaiting the 2026-27 season. Not only did Nov. 2 bring the new St. John’s basketball season, but it also delivered the 2025-26 Big East Regular Season and Conference title banners, unveiled to a sold-out crowd. The Red Storm would pick up right off…
The Lansing Journal6 hours ago
Plans to redevelop Lansing cinema into cold storage operation outlined, on The Lansing JournalThere are plans to redevelop the site of the former Lansing Cinema 8 Theatres at 16221 Torrence Ave. into a cold storage operation.
Storm The Paint7 hours ago
St. John's basketball searching for better 'concentration' during early season schedule, on Storm The PaintAfter a season opening victory, it's very clear that the St. John's basketball team is trying to improve at many aspects of the game.
Rumble In The Garden8 hours ago
St. John’s men’s basketball rolls Monmouth in choppy season opener, on Rumble In The GardenOnce again, there was no drama on opening night at Carnesecca Arena, with St. John’s cruising to a 78-63 win over Monmouth, their 13th consecutive season-opening victory. However, there will be some issues to clean up for the Red Storm. St. John’s trailed briefly after Monmouth scored the first basket, then clamped down with suffocating
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The Times of Northwest Indiana8 hours ago
Gary beats deadline, adopts $111M budget for city operations, $5.3M budget for airport, on The Times of Northwest IndianaAfter delaying its vote for a week, the Gary Common Council unanimously approved the city's remaining budgets Monday, just in time to meet the state deadline.
Homewood Patch8 hours ago
Walmart Employee Killed By Teen Shooter At Hammond Store: Reports, on Homewood PatchAn encounter between the shooter and the worker escalated to a physical altercation, according to police, who said the male retrieved a gun.
The Times of Northwest Indiana11 hours ago
Schererville man faces seven charges after alleged Walmart theft and struggle with officers, on The Times of Northwest IndianaA Schererville man faces seven charges after police discovered he stole two TVs from Walmart as well as possessed cocaine, leading to him attempting to fight and flee police.
The Times of Northwest Indiana11 hours ago
Berkot's did top-to-bottom remodel of former Walt's supermarket in Dyer, on The Times of Northwest IndianaBerkot's Superfoods celebrated a grand opening last week after a top-to-bottom remodeling of the former Walt's in Dyer.
The Times of Northwest Indiana11 hours ago
2nd graders at Crown Point Catholic school celebrate Day of the Dead with activities, on The Times of Northwest IndianaStudents at St. Mary Catholic Community School celebrated Day of the Dead in October with crafts and a movie.
ABC5711 hours ago
ABC57 Leo Goldman covers St. Joseph's County Council District's A, B, and C, on ABC57ST, JOSEPH COUNTY, Ind. -- ABC57 Leo Goldman is covering the St. Joeph County Council District A, B, and C races and previews all three races before election day.
The Times of Northwest Indiana11 hours ago
Hammond library looks to turn flood-damaged basement into public space with $2.2M upgrade, on The Times of Northwest IndianaThe Hammond library plans to turn a costly flooding setback into an opportunity, renovating its damaged basement to create new spaces for the public.
Travel Indiana11 hours ago
Valparaiso Events Presents: Vienna Boys Choir Holiday Performance, on Travel IndianaSunday, November 29, 2026 | 4 PMValparaiso High School Auditorium Valparaiso Events is delighted to bring the world-renowned Vienna Boys Choir to Valparaiso for a special holiday performance. Celebrating more
Times-Union12 hours ago
Warsaw XC Shines From Terre Haute To NCAA Conference Championships, on Times-UnionThe final weekend of October showcased the strength, depth, and bright future of Warsaw cross country. Three current Tigers competed against Indiana's best at the IHSAA State Cross Country Championships, while six Warsaw graduates represented their universities at NCAA Division I conference championship meets across four major conferences.
Times-Union12 hours ago
November Is Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month, on Times-UnionMERRILLVILLE – As temperatures fall and heating equipment sees increased use, NIPSCO is encouraging communities across the state to take simple steps to protect themselves and their families from the risks of carbon monoxide (CO).
Telemundo Chicago12 hours ago
Discusión termina en tiroteo mortal contra empleada de Walmart en Hammond, on Telemundo ChicagoLa víctima, de 25 años, recibió varios disparos tras una discusión con un joven de 18 años que fue arrestado en el lugar. Las autoridades investigan el motivo del ataque.
St. John Source12 hours ago
Technology Mill Connects Students, Island Stories and Hospitality Innovation, on St. John SourceAs technology changes how people explore destinations and experience local history, a new class is giving Virgin Islands students a role in creating those experiences. Through the Center for Educational Growth’s Technology Mill, learners are beginning with island hotels, using 3D mapping to connect digital skills with local stories and the needs of the hospitality industry.
St. John Source12 hours ago
JS Therapies Expands Pediatric Speech-Language Services to St. John, on St. John SourceJS Therapies has expanded pediatric speech-language services to St. John, giving families access to specialized care without having to travel to St. Thomas.
WLFI12 hours ago
Intoxicated driver calls 911 on herself on I-65, on WLFIChicago woman faces preliminary charges after driving 36 miles the wrong way
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St. John Source13 hours ago
Kuanza R. A. Martinez Dies at 44, on St. John SourceThe family of Kuanza R. A. Martinez, affectionately known as “Nate Love,” sadly announces his passing on Oct. 17, 2026, at the age of 44.
St. John Source14 hours ago
Allenston E. Nanton Dies at 80, on St. John SourceAllenston E. Nanton of Estate Whim passed away on Oct. 21. He was 80 years old.
Torch14 hours ago
St. John’s 2026-27 Preview: Can the Johnnies Three-Peat?, on TorchFinally, after seven months of eligibility drama and roster chaos — the St. John’s men’s basketball team is back in action. For now, the entire roster is available to play, but that can change at any point — given the fact that Babacar Sane and Keyshawn Hall await official rulings and are currently playing on...
St. John Source15 hours ago
Mendilla Agnes Etienne Dies at 87, on St. John SourceMendilla Agnes Etienne, aka “Aggie or Mendy,” of La Grande Princess, passed away on Oct. 24. She was 87 years old.
Torch15 hours ago
Preseason Big East Basketball Power Rankings, on TorchThe time has finally come; the 2026-27 college basketball season tips off this week. After an offseason filled with coaching changes, transfer portal additions and commitments, the Big East looks very different from last year. The trend of offseason change throughout the conference points towards a competitive battle between all 11 programs. The Torch will…
Daily Herald15 hours ago
Hammond mayor: Bears stadium situation ‘changing every second’, on Daily HeraldHammond Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr. said he had 14 cups of coffee before his presentation Friday morning. Whether the energy he brought was because of caffeine or his excitement about the Chicago Bears...
GreatNews.Life15 hours ago
McColly Real Estate Featured Lisitng: 13967 Rosemary Lane, St. John, IN 46373, on GreatNews.LifeExperience luxury living in the highly sought-after Preserves subdivision! Offering 4,022 square feet, this spacious home features 4 bedrooms plus a finished bonus room for a potential fifth bedroom, along with 4.5 bathrooms. Soaring 20-foot ceilings in the living room and foyer, 10-foot ceilings on the main floor, and 9-foot ceilings upstairs create an open, … Continued
GreatNews.Life16 hours ago
How first-generation graduate Arianna Bermudez found her calling at IU Northwest, on GreatNews.LifeFor third-grade teacher Arianna Bermudez, stepping into her classroom at Jefferson Elementary School in Hammond, Indiana, each morning is both a professional milestone and a personal triumph. As a first-generation college graduate, Bermudez’s path to the front of the classroom wasn’t straightforward. Going to college was an expectation in her household, but after earning a … Continued
The Times of Northwest Indiana16 hours ago
PHOTOS | Inside Sugo, Crown Point's newest Italian restaurant, on The Times of Northwest IndianaSee the food and atmosphere inside Sugo, the new Italian restaurant set to open on Nov. 13 in Crown Point.
GreatNews.Life16 hours ago
Google Investment Brings New Fiber Optic Workforce Training Opportunities to Ivy Tech Valparaiso, on GreatNews.LifeIvy Tech Valparaiso to launch training program as part of $3 million Google gift to the Ivy Tech Foundation Ivy Tech Community College’s Valparaiso campus will expand workforce training opportunities in Northwest Indiana through a new initiative made possible by a $3 million investment from Google to the Ivy Tech Foundation. The investment will support … Continued
The Times of Northwest Indiana17 hours ago
Crown Point schools only district in Northwest Indiana to win STEM Integration Grant, on The Times of Northwest IndianaCrown Point schools were the only district in Northwest Indiana to receive a STEM Integration Grant for the 2026-27 school year.
St. John Source17 hours ago
Op-Ed: WAPA — Notice How Everything Got Worse in 2026?, on St. John SourceWarning! You will read about solar here and may think this is a rich people/villa owner problem. Wrong. The changes to how WAPA pays people who send solar back to the grid directly affects generation capacity and grid reliability, so this concerns everyone.
WGN-TV17 hours ago
Midday Fix: Live music from Steepwater Band, on WGN-TVSteepwater Band Members Jeff Massey ~ lead vocals / guitarsJoe Winters ~ drums / percussionEric Saylors ~ guitars / lap steel / backing vocalsJoe Bishop ~ bass / backing vocals Chris Grove ~ Keyboard https://www.steepwater.com Check Out: XRock’s Rock the Region Saturday, November 7, 6:30 p.m. Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana 5400 West 29th Ave.
The Chicago Crusader17 hours ago
Black Chamber to help storm victims rebuild and recover, on The Chicago CrusaderThe Black Chamber of Commerce of Northwest Indiana will host a free community recovery event Thursday, November 5, to help residents and small business owners affected by severe weather connect with financial assistance, disaster recovery programs and resources for future emergencies. The event, “From Recovery to Resilience,” begins at noon at Hidden Lake Park Pavilion,
Telemundo Chicago17 hours ago
Balacera mortal en una tienda Walmart en Hammond, Indiana, on Telemundo ChicagoAutoridades informan que se trató de un hecho aislado y que no hay amenaza para el público.
Rumble In The Garden17 hours ago
Game thread: St. John’s men’s basketball vs. Monmouth, on Rumble In The GardenChat with your fellow Red Storm fans during Monday’s season opener.
GreatNews.Life18 hours ago
CoAction scares away local challenges with first ever Boo Bingo, on GreatNews.LifeCoAction is a scary good organization, and it’s not just because it hosted Boo Bingo on Friday, October 30, the night before Halloween, at the western-chic and ever-eccentric Design Barn in Hebron. It’s scary good because its mission, its staff and the colorful support of the community are what stand between many individuals and homelessness, … Continued
WFIE 14 News18 hours ago
Ascension St. Vincent offers guidance on recognizing seasonal depression, on WFIE 14 NewsOfficials say the event is designed to be supportive and accessible, and all are welcome to attend.
The Times of Northwest Indiana18 hours ago
Northwest Indiana man accused of failing to help puppy in distress, on The Times of Northwest IndianaA man living in his van with two adult dogs and a litter of puppies is accused of failing to help a puppy with an electrical wire around its neck.
The Lansing Journal19 hours ago
Calumet Revisited forum to discuss Hegewisch Marsh, Marian R. Byrnes Park, on The Lansing JournalLauren Umek, senior project manager at the Chicago Park District, will provide an update on two parks Nov. 3 at the forum.
GreatNews.Life19 hours ago
Bath Fitter vs Re-Bath: What Northwest Indiana Homeowners Should Actually Know Before Choosing, on GreatNews.LifeMost homeowners researching bathroom remodeling eventually end up comparing Bath Fitter and Re-Bath. That makes sense honestly. They are two of the biggest national names people see online once they start searching for shower replacements, tub conversions, or bathroom updates. By the time homeowners around Valparaiso, Crown Point, Schererville, or Merrillville finish scrolling through ads … Continued
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Recovery eventThe Black Chamber of Commerce of Northwest Indiana will host a free "From Recovery to Resilience" event at noon Thu., Nov.
The Black Chamber of Commerce of Northwest Indiana will host a free "From Recovery to Resilience" event at noon Thu., Nov. 5, at Hidden Lake Park Pavilion, 6355 Broadway in Merrillville. It's for residents and businesses affected by the June tornado, and eligible small businesses can compete for grants of up to $5,000.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: The Chicago Crusader
U.S. 231INDOT says U.S. 231 will be closed at Parrish Ave for about two weeks for utility work, starting on or after Mon., Nov.
INDOT says U.S. 231 will be closed at Parrish Ave for about two weeks for utility work, starting on or after Mon., Nov. 2. The official detour follows U.S. 41, U.S. 30 and State Road 55.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: X-Rock 103.9
Gary budgetsThe Gary Common Council unanimously approved a $111 million budget for city operations and a $5.3 million budget for the airport Monday.
The Gary Common Council unanimously approved a $111 million budget for city operations and a $5.3 million budget for the airport Monday. That was just in time to meet the state deadline.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: The Times of Northwest Indiana
Legacy grantsThe Legacy Foundation announced $4 million in grants for parks and public spaces in Gary, Hammond, Hobart, Griffith, Highland, Lowell and New Chicago.
The Legacy Foundation announced $4 million in grants for parks and public spaces in Gary, Hammond, Hobart, Griffith, Highland, Lowell and New Chicago. Gary gets the largest award, $1 million for Legacy Park.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: The Chicago Crusader
STEM grantCrown Point schools were the only district in Northwest Indiana to receive a STEM Integration Grant for the 2026-27 school year.
Crown Point schools were the only district in Northwest Indiana to receive a STEM Integration Grant for the 2026-27 school year.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: The Times of Northwest Indiana