Lake County council gives initial approval to 2026 budget, commissioners veto hiring freeze ordinance
The Lake County Council gave initial approval of its 2026 budget amid the first budget cycle after the approval of Senate Enrolled Act 1.
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Gov. Braun suggests November for redistricting special session
Gov. Mike Braun floated the idea of the Indiana legislature meeting in November to address redistricting, but said the decision is up to legislative leadership.
Jennifer-Ruth Green, former 1st District Congressional candidate, resigned Indiana post amid ethics complaint
Jennifer-Ruth Green, who ran as a Republican for Indiana's 1st Congressional District seat in 2022, resigned as Indiana's Secretary of Public Safety on Sept. 5 amid fallout from a state...
Crown Point Library appropriations approved
The Crown Point Community Library’s budgetary appropriations, including nearly $15,000 for safety upgrades, were approved by the Lake County Council Tuesday.
Poll indicates most voters oppose mid-decade redistricting
A majority of people across three political parties — Republicans, Democrats and independents — oppose mid-decade redistricting, a national survey commissioned by Common Cause found.
Indiana State Police leading investigation into Gary woman’s death
Lake County officials announced Wednesday that the Indiana State Police will lead the investigation into the death of Nicole Mabon-Brewer.
East Chicago’s Mexican Independence Day parade still set for Sunday
The East Chicago Mexican Parade and Festival will go on as planned Sunday, Unión Benéfica Mexicana organizers said, as the 101st annual celebration will take on a call to action...
Crown Point Library to seek budget appropriations, including for safety upgrades
The Crown Point Community Library will seek budgetary appropriations including approximately $15,000 for safety upgrades.
Officials question splitting up Porter County in potential Indiana redistricting
As Indiana legislators consider redistricting, Porter County officials are lukewarm to the idea of splitting up the county between two Congressional districts.
Finance director: Lake County to maintain 2025 budget levels because of bill’s impact
Lake County will maintain its 2025 budget levels as it plans the 2026 budget since the state legislature passed Senate Enrolled Act 1.