EC school officials charged with taking student theft in their own hands
One of those charged told police, “I think we did this as a school matter, our intent was not get these kids in trouble or get a record,” according to a charging document.
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In wake of Robinson guilty plea, Washington formally announces Calumet Township trustee bid
Gary Councilman Darren Washington, a fierce critic of the disgraced former Calumet Township Trustee Kim Robinson, said on Tuesday that he wants to fill her seat.
LaVetta Sparks-Wade, subject of pay dispute, out as Gary Parks Director
Effective Dec. 30, parks manager Don Plogh has taken over as acting parks director, and on Jan. 6 recycling director Mattiee Fitzgerald-Williams will permanently replace Sparks-Wade.
Davich: Christmas gift Cameo video from Joel McHale: ‘I know you’re going to write about this’
“I’m excited for this column but Jerry I looked up your work and there’s too many F-bombs dude,” actor-comedian Joel McHale said with his trademark smirk. “Dial back on the blue when you write about me.”
Date set for caucus to replace Robinson as Calumet Township trustee
Two people have so far expressed interest in the office, Lake County Democratic Party chair Jim Wieser told The Times on Monday.
Get Healthy: Northwest Cancer Centers score big at Region Gaming Esports
Region Gaming Esports Center is all about fun and positivity, and the owners of the business also want to be known for giving back to the community.
Davich: My 2024 Spotify Wrapped numbers and artists surprised me. How about you?
My listening time totaled more than 90,000 minutes through more than 6,000 songs I played this year. In our Big Brother-themed Digital Age, every online click is counted. Every selection is tabulated. Every habit is documented. Music played online is…
Murder charge filed following fatal Hammond shooting; suspect at large
The Lake County prosecutor’s office has filed a murder charge against the alleged perpetrator of a Friday afternoon shooting in Hammond that killed Tiffany Woods.
Police warn against shooting guns into the air on New Year’s Eve
Under a 2022 city ordinance, firing a gun in Hammond without legal justification is considered a civil nuisance punishable by a fine of up to $2,500 for each offense.
After Winfield, West Porter fire territory plans collapse again, officials mulling options
Winfield and Lakes of the Four Seasons residents will be without a fire territory for the time being after Winfield Township and the West Porter Fire Protection District pulled out of negotiations.