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Business briefs: PNW hosting open houses

By Post-Tribune

October 11, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.

News and events around the area

Five candidates vying for open Indiana Secretary of State seat

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By Anna Ortiz

October 11, 2026 at 12:46 p.m.

Candidates are describing this year’s secretary of state race as pivotal, with five individuals campaigning...

Saxiphonist Damico Brown performs at the Gary Metro Center Station as part of the Arts on the Move program, a partnership between the Gary Public Transportation Corporation and the Morning Bishop Theatre Playhouse, on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. Replacing the downtown station has advanced to the next stage. (Kyle Telechan/for the Post-Tribune)

Gary Metro Station replacement advances with architect search

By Doug Ross

October 11, 2026 at 12:46 p.m.

The Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority is starting the search for an architect to replace...

Gary resident Debbie Guzman stands near a hole in her back yard caused by her sewer system losing power and backing up from recent storms, on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. (Kyle Telechan for the Post-Tribune)

Calumet Township residents hope power is restored soon as sewer concerns remain

By Christin Lazerus

August 21, 2026 at 4:54 p.m.

Calumet Township residents haven’t inched closer to power restoration, but Lake County officials are trying...

A toppled power line hangs suspended over a pile of cut logs on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026 in Gary, Indiana. (Arthur Maiorella/baiduhai)

Indiana Gov. Mike Braun adds voice to those asking NIPSCO to speed up power restoration

By Post-Tribune

August 21, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.

Tens of thousands of Northwest Indiana residents are entering a second weekend without power as...

Worship news: Veterans benefit, fellowship meals, ukuleles and more

By Post-Tribune

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August 21, 2026 at 11:38 a.m.

Worship news from around the region.

People take photos and videos of the inaugural run of the South Shore Line’s new Monon Corridor route, March 31, 2026, at the Hammond Gateway Station in Hammond, Indiana. The South Shore Line is offering free rides Sept. 6 through Sept. 11 on all trains to NIPSCO workers, firefighters, law enforcement, doctors, nurses, EMTs paramedics and other personnel. (Antonio Perez/baiduhai)

South Shore Line offering free rides to NIPSCO workers, first responders

By Doug Ross

August 21, 2026 at 11:19 a.m.

The South Shore Line is offering free rides Sept. 6 through Sept. 11 on all...

Munster Town Hall (Christin Nance Lazerus/Post-Tribune)

Munster council approves emergency contracts to handle storm debris

By Michelle L. Quinn

August 21, 2026 at 4:54 p.m.

The Town Council at an emergency meeting Thursday afternoon voted unanimously — with Councilmen Dave...

Arnoldo Carrillo Jr. shows a photo of his father, Rosario Carrillo Lopez, who is being held after federal agents raided the family's home in October. Carillo has filed a federal lawsuit against ICE for the raid on the family's home. (Terrence Antonio James/baiduhai)

Son of Gary man facing deportation sues ICE for house raid

By Meredith Colias-Pete

August 20, 2026 at 4:11 p.m.

The son of a Gary man soon facing deportation is suing ICE for the "violent"...

Houses of the Holy: A True Led Zeppelin Experience has a tribute concert at Memorial Opera House for one performance at 8 p.m. Aug. 21 in Valparaiso. (Valparaiso Parks and Recreation Department/provided)

Of Notoriety: Tribute concerts this weekend and old time baseball

By Philip Potempa

August 20, 2026 at 3:45 p.m.

Entertainment news from around the region.

Downed trees block traffic on Median Road after a storm passed through Valparaiso, Indiana on Aug. 11, 2026. NIRPC members discussed the storm and what they learned during a Thursday meeting. (Andy Lavalley/for the baiduhai)

NW Indiana officials share experiences and lessons from August storm: ‘We’re still in shock’

By Doug Ross

August 20, 2026 at 3:15 p.m.

Portage Mayor Austin Bonta used the Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission’s Executive Board meeting to...

IDEM postpones Hobart wetlands permit hearing again

By Maya Wilkins

August 20, 2026 at 2:44 p.m.

The virtual hearing will be at 4 p.m. Monday, after being rescheduled due to continued...

Debris from what remains of her neighbor’s home litters the yard of Barb Corey on Harrison Avenue in Portage, Indiana, Thursday, August 13, 2026. A Saturday event at Founders Square will celebrate the community making it through the storm. (Andy Lavalley/for the Post-Tribune)

Portage event to offer food, music, healing and hope

By Doug Ross

August 20, 2026 at 2:31 p.m.

Saturday’s Portage Strong event is a celebration of coming out the other side from the...