Coroner probed for campaigning with government email; Frey says it was ‘honest mistake’
The Lake County coroner may have sent a political campaign announcement on the county’s email network in violation of government policy.
Month: January 2020
Can you identify this Menards theft suspect? Portage police seek public’s help
Police are asking for help identifying a suspect they say stole from a Menards on Tuesday.
Bernie Sanders surges into first in CNN national poll; Joe Biden maintains lead in another
Sen. Bernie Sanders surged into first place in a new CNN poll, the first time a CNN poll did not find Joe Biden alone at the top since the race began.
Breakingviews TV: Unsmoke it
Philip Morris International is puffing about smoke-free alternatives at Davos. Company boss Andre Calantzopoulos talks to Gina Chon about the misperceptions of vaping and what regulators are getting wrong.
Bullet pierces home, striking man inside, police say
Police say they found a man injured by gunfire Tuesday night in the 4900 block of Kentucky Street.
NIRPC honors long-time member
The Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission awarded its Norman Tufford Award “for exceptional dedication and service to NIRPC” Thursday to Geof Benson, a member of the Beverly Shores Town Council who has been a member of the commission since …
Culinary Creations for Charity: Chicago Auto Show gears up for First Look event
First Look for Charity, now in its 29th year, will be held from 7 to 11 p.m. Feb. 7 at Chicago’s McCormick Place. The event is always presented the day before the Chicago Auto Show opens to the public. This…
Lawmakers eye $500 fines for holding a phone while driving
If enacted into law, police could pull over and ticket a motorist if the officer spots them holding a mobile device for any reason while the vehicle is in motion.
Travelers flying into O’Hare from China to be screened
Travelers arriving at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport from Wuhan, China will be screened for the respiratory coronavirus, health officials announced Tuesday.
TASTE TEST: Avgo elevates brunch with presentation, unique flavor combinations
The breakfast and lunch eatery opened its doors at 9321 Wicker Ave. last month. Large window panes bring natural light into the modern restaurant and the bright mint green walls complement the white and wooden accents.