Davich: Firefighters’ personal calling, public duty: ‘It’s what we do’
Firefighters are always there when we need them. We should be there when they need us. Or at least when they invite us.
Month: September 2024
Local college results for Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024
Here’s a look at some of the fall sports events that took place recently.
Things to do
Hikes, museum tours, improv and more things to do in the Southland
New air traffic control tower coming to Gary/Chicago International Airport
The Federal Aviation Administration approved a siting study allowing for a new air traffic control tower to be built at Gary/Chicago International Airport, which will replace the current tower built more than 50 years ago.
Little Calumet River Basin Development Commission denies nearly $10 million in flood prevention funds sought by Hobart
“I don’t think it drains as much as it needs to,” LCRBDC Dan Repay told the commissioners.
30 years in prison for Sin City Deciples leader, federal prosecutor says
Kenneth McGhee, 75, oversaw and ordered extortion and violence including attempted murder, murder conspiracy and drug distribution, a news release said.
Former Gary police commander indicted on child porn, exploitation charges
James Bond, 52, is accused of enticing a teenage boy who was working at the department in July to send him sexually explicit content, federal documents allege.
Cook County Forest Preserves purchase adds picnic area, parking to Tinley Park grove
The Forest Preserves of Cook County have opened its newest site at 6101 Oak Forest Ave., Tinley Park.
Franciscan Olympia Fields cardiac, pulmonary rehab programs recertified
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields’ cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation programs have been reaccredited by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation.
219 News Now: Attorney in George Floyd case to represent family of Valpo man that died after alleged police restraint
Here’s your 219 News Now for September 19, 2024. Attorney in George Floyd case to represent family of Valpo man that died after alleged police restraint. Check out these top stories and more in The Times and nwi.com.