Merrillville food and beverage tax wins Senate approval
The food and beverage tax plan was approved by the Senate, 46-3, and now goes to the House for a decision on sending it to Republican Gov. Eric Holcomb to be signed into law.
Month: February 2023
World-renowned Hispanic ballet troupe visits IUN
During a visit to Indiana University Northwest, Ballet Hispánico showed off Hispanic culture with a dance workshop, watch party and intimate discussion.
Lake Station man charged with murder in connection with deadly shooting
Michael Randall, 46, was charged with murder Monday in connection with the fatal shooting of Kyle Cornelius, 36, on Feb. 21.
New steel, alumnium tariffs imposed on Russia
The United States imposed more tariffs and steel and aluminum imports from Russia in response to the one-year anniversary of its invasion with Ukraine and in the hope of economically pressuring it to stop the war.
Senate gives every Lake County community shot at hosting convention center
The Indiana Senate revised Senate Bill 434 Monday by removing a requirement the proposed convention center only be located near the Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana in Gary.
Hobart Chamber of Commerce to host Business Expo and Career Fair Thursday
Hobart Chamber of Commerce will host the Business Expo and Career Fair Thursday to “connect employers and the local workforce to engage, promote, network, hire and get hired.”
Jury to decide compensation for sex victim of former court official
There is no dispute the defendant used his former position as a Lake Criminal court probation officer to intimidate the woman.
Region lawmakers hosting town-hall meetings Saturday
Several Northwest Indiana lawmakers are hosting town hall-style meetings Saturday to update their constituents on the work of the 2023 General Assembly.
New charge cannot be filed in wake of death from 2018 shooting, police say
“Per the rules of double jeopardy, we cannot add additional charges now,” she said, referring to the Constitutional protection against being charged twice for the same crime.
Tri Kappa back in the Easter egg business
Beginning March 1, the sorority will sell its handmade 4 ounce chocolate Easter eggs for $5 each. More than 25 local retailers will carry them.