News · Lake County · Indiana
Lake County Reported Strong Turnout in Indiana Election
Around townLake County was highlighted for strong voter participation as Indiana showed a shift toward Democratic candidates.
Lake County Indiana DeskNov 7, 2026
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Lake County Indiana Desk
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Lake County Indiana Desk covers weather alerts, local government, schools, roads and business news for Lake County, Indiana.
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News · Lake County · Hammond · Indiana
Man charged in deadly Hammond Walmart shooting
Police, fire and courtsA man has been charged in connection with a deadly shooting at a Walmart in Hammond, Indiana.
Lake County Indiana DeskNov 6, 2026
News · Lake County · Indiana
Federal Election Monitors Will Not Enter Indiana Polling Sites
Around townIndiana officials say federal election monitors will not enter polling places during voting.
Lake County Indiana DeskOct 28, 2026
News · Lake County · Indiana
Federal election monitors are heading to Indiana
Around townAttorney General Todd Rokita welcomed the monitors, while others criticized their planned presence in Indiana.
Lake County Indiana DeskOct 27, 2026
News · Lake County · Hobart · Indiana
Hobart officer faces battery, DUI charges after Jackson Street incident
Police, fire and courtsCorporal Mike Gallagher is facing battery and DUI charges after an incident on Jackson Street, the Indiana chief said.
Lake County Indiana DeskOct 11, 2026
News · Lake County · Indiana
Home builders, Economic Alliance partner on outlook breakfast
Around townThe two Northwest Indiana organizations are partnering on an Economic Outlook Breakfast focused on the region’s business and housing landscape.
Lake County Indiana DeskOct 7, 2026
News · Lake County · Gary · Indiana
NIPSCO Apologizes After Leaving Gary Off Storm Map
Around townNIPSCO apologized after Gary was omitted from its storm map while the utility faced a warning of a -a-day fine.
Lake County Indiana DeskOct 6, 2026
News · Lake County · Gary · Indiana
2026 Early Voting Details for Gary and Lake County
Around townGary and Lake County voters will need official election dates, locations, hours and voting rules before making an early-voting plan.
Lake County Indiana DeskOct 3, 2026
News · Lake County · Indiana
Lake County board dismisses ADA complaint over polling sites
Around townThe Lake County election board dismissed an ADA complaint and may consider changing polling locations in future elections.
Lake County Indiana DeskOct 2, 2026
News · Lake County · Gary · Indiana
Gary council told to delay budget votes
Local governmentGary council members were told not to vote on budget items until the required public hearing issue is addressed.
Lake County Indiana DeskSep 18, 2026
News · Lake County · Hammond · Indiana
Indiana State Police accuse NJ man of axe attacks on I-80
Police, fire and courtsIndiana State Police say Ivan Savych of New Jersey is accused of attacking semi trucks with an axe on I-80 in Hammond.
Lake County Indiana DeskSep 15, 2026
News · Lake County · Indiana
Commission seeks to fill two Lake County court vacancies
Around townA judicial commission is working to fill two vacant seats on the Lake County Superior Court.
Lake County Indiana DeskSep 12, 2026