Homicide numbers fall in Lake County but not in Porter, LaPorte counties, 2024 data shows
The Lake County Coroner’s Office investigated 65 homicides in 2024, it said, a 12% decrease from the 74 in 2023 and a 35% decline from 2022’s numbers.
Month: January 2025
Pour Decisions: Warm up at Bon Vie with a Boulevardier
Why settle for a Negroni when you go for a Boulevardier? Bon Vie’s bartender makes the case for this classic cocktail.
Teen killed in shooting near Calumet College; another injured
In a message to students, faculty and staff, the school said it will increase security on and around campus until further notice “as a matter of precaution.”
Region men from Mexico sentenced for illegally entering U.S.
The undocumented Gary and Merrillville men had each been previously deported from the U.S. at least once before but reentered the country illegally, records show.
CP council to vote on water, sewer rate increases
The sewer rate ordinance is expected to be amended prior to final approval.
Howie Mandel coming to Region: ‘There’s no place I won’t go’
“I’ve been around for a long, long time but no one is more surprised than me that I’m still here doing this,” Mandel said. “Standup comedy is my jam. It’s what I do. All the other things come out of…
Truck drivers enlisted in fight against human trafficking
“Commercial motor vehicle drivers serve as the eyes and ears of America, often working in locations where human trafficking may occur.”
Gary birthday party shooting victim identified by coroner
An autopsy performed by the Lake County Coroner’s Office Wednesday confirmed Hilson died of at least one gunshot wound. His death was ruled a homicide.
East Chicago man found not guilty in 2021 double homicide
“If they are going to prove this isn’t self-defense,” defense attorney Brandon Hicks said, “they should be able to tell who shot first in the confrontation.”
Father handed 5-year split sentence for failing to lock up gun, resulting toddler’s death
King Penro was just 3 years old Dec. 4, 2023, when he was in his parents’ bedroom, picked up his father’s nearby firearm and shot himself.