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Video leads to murder charge for man in shooting outside Valparaiso bar

By Jim Woods

October 12, 2026 at 4:17 p.m.

Antione Pierson Jr., 22, was formally charged Monday with murder for the shooting death of...

U.S. Rep. Frank Mrvan, D-Highland, speaks with visitors during a monthly meeting of the Gary Chamber of Commerce on Monday, October 12, 2026. (Kyle Telechan/for the Post-Tribune)

US Rep. Frank Mrvan highlights work supporting NWI economy at Gary Chamber

By Maya Wilkins

October 12, 2026 at 3:51 p.m.

U.S. Rep. Frank Mrvan, D-Highland, was the Gary Chamber of Commerce's featured speaker at its...

News briefs: Calumet Township hosting open house with food, services

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By Post-Tribune

October 12, 2026 at 2:38 p.m.

News and events around the area

Portage resident Derek Bood, dressed as Uncle Sam, throws candy to the crowd during Portage's Independence Day parade on Saturday, July 4, 2026. (Kyle Telechan/for the Post-Tribune)

‘America is on a roll’: Portage parade draws 10,000 for nation’s 250th

By Doug Ross

July 7, 2026 at 8:33 a.m.

An estimated 10,000 people turned out Saturday to celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday with a...

A large tree knocked over in the June 24 storm damaged a home on Manor Drive in Griffith. Strong storms left scores of trees down along with property damage. Power crews and residents were cleaning up on Thursday, June 25, 2026. (John Smierciak/for the Post-Tribune)

Delay expected for Griffith residents to receive storm damage funds

By Michelle L. Quinn

July 4, 2026 at 11:32 a.m.

Griffith residents who need help with storm-related damage will need to make sure they’ve contacted...

Howard Harmon of Schererville welcomed visitors to look over his 2005 Ford Mustang. (Sue Ellen Ross/Post-Tribune)

Classic car enthusiasts rev up their engines in Hobart

By Sue Ellen Ross

July 3, 2026 at 4:52 p.m.

The Hobart Firefighters IAFF Local 1641 recently held its inaugural Car Show at Festival Park.

This map of Northwest Indiana highlights key locations in the region’s history during the Revolutionary War. (Serena Ard, curator of Duneland History Center/provided)

Northwest Indiana seen as a factor in Revolutionary War

By Doug Ross

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July 3, 2026 at 3:59 p.m.

When the Continental Congress delegates signed the declaration 250 years ago, Northwest Indiana was largely...

This 1778 British map by Thomas Hutchins shows Cahokia in southern Illinois, near what is now St. Louis, as well as Fort St. Joseph, Trail Creek and Fort Creek. (Serena Ard, curator of Duneland History Center/provided)

The American Revolution: ‘History is connected to so many things’

By Doug Ross

July 3, 2026 at 3:37 p.m.

So what would Northwest Indiana be like if the Declaration of Independence had never been...

Columnist Phil Potempa was joined by performance artist Cara Schmitt of Munster to share parade announcing duties from the grandstand along Ridge Road for the town of Munster’s 2025 Fourth of July Parade on July 4, 2025. (Luke Miiller/provided)

From the Farm: Happy 250th birthday America with Disney World memories of 1976 bicentennial

By Philip Potempa

July 3, 2026 at 3:20 p.m.

As someone who experienced the 1976 bicentennial, it doesn’t seem that there’s much fanfare surrounding...

Construction crews work on the roof as debris fills the grounds surrounding Andrean High School in Merrillville, Indiana, on June 15, 2026. The school and facilities were heavily damaged during a tornado that passed through Merrillville June 11. (Andy Lavalley/for the Post-Tribune)

Andrean hopes to return for fall classes after June tornado damaged school

By Carole Carlson

July 3, 2026 at 12:19 p.m.

Still grappling with the impact from a June 11 tornado, Andrean High School officials the...

Worship news: Youth bonfire, faith and fitness, and more

By Post-Tribune

July 3, 2026 at 12:11 p.m.

Worship news from around the region.

Indiana governor Mike Braun answers questions from the audience during the NWI United Chambers luncheon in Hobart, Indiana on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. (Andy Lavalley/for the Post-Tribune)

Gov. Braun extends gas tax holiday for final time

By Alexandra Kukulka

July 2, 2026 at 4:33 p.m.

Gov. Mike Braun extended the Indiana's gas tax holiday for the third and final time...

The Porter County Courthouse in downtown Valparaiso. (Amy Lavalley/Post-Tribune)

Gary man sentenced to 85 years for Portage arson that killed girlfriend’s mom

By Shelley Jones

July 2, 2026 at 2:51 p.m.

A judge sentenced Jesse Chabes, 53, of Gary, to 85 years in prison for setting...