Police in Lansing, Illinois, are asking for the public's help after a series of burglaries in the 36-hundred block of 186^th Street. Lansing Police report the burglaries have occurred in the early morning hours, while residents of the condominiums were at home, and that in each instance, forced entry was made. Authorities say an investigation continues, and ask that anyone with information contact them, at any hour of the day or night. For information on steps to reduce the chances of being a...

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Motorists using I-80/94 and I-65 will have to deal with overnight lane restrictions next week. INDOT reports starting Monday through Friday, crews will be out patching potholes, smoothing rough pavement, and that work will be rescheduled if the weather becomes a factor. On Monday, from 10pm until 5am Tuesday, lane restrictions are scheduled to take place on I-80/94 eastbound and westbound, between the I-65 exit and the State Road 249 exit. Here is a complete lane restriction schedule for the...

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All four-lanes of U-S 30, just west of Valparaiso, near Joliet Road are being shut down again to get those power lines back up after a car struck a utility pole around 10-o'clock this morning. NIPSCO Spokesman Nick Myers say crews were expected to begin stretching the lines over the roadway at 3:45 this afternoon, and anticipate finishing up by 4:15pm today. Assistant Chief Tim Beach with Union Fire Rescue says the westbound vehicle, for an unknown reason left the roadway, and knocked the pole...

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LOCAL BAR ASSOCIATIONS offering free legal consults
on Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday, Jan. 21


Fifty-five attorneys from various NWI bar associations will answer legal questions and provide general legal information to members of the general public at no cost at eight Northwest Indiana locations on the Martin Luther King Holiday, Monday January 21, 2013.
Talk to a Lawyer Today, is a annual public service program of the Indiana State Bar Association in collaboration with our regional pro bono...

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The Lowell Public Library is hosting Staley Da Bear, official mascot of the Chicago Bears on Monday, January 21, at 1 PM.
Staley Da Bear will be at the library to jump start kids’ desire to pick up a book, with comedy and fun during his 45-minute high-energy show, while introducing  “Tackle Reading”.
Staley's "Tackle Reading" program, which targets students in 1st through 5th grades, is designed to foster young students' interest in reading both fiction and non-fiction books. The program is...

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Governor Mike Pence helps to clean up the neighborhood near Watkins Park Family Center in Indianapolis as part of the Martin Luther King Day of Service. [Photo provided]
Indianapolis - Governor Mike Pence offered remarks this morning at Watkins Park Family Center to help to kick off the Martin Luther King Day of Service in Indianapolis.
Pence was joined at the kickoff by local community leaders including Deputy Mayor of the City of Indianapolis Olgen Williams, Indiana Black Expo President and CEO...

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11:45am -- US 30 has reopened just west of Valparaiso, but motorists are advised to keep using caution as Comcast bucket trucks are in the area and NIPSCO crews remain on scene for repairs. Union Fire Rescue Assistant Chief Tim Beach says a car struck a utility pole on the north side of US 30, near Joliet Road, around 10-o'clock this morning, knocking the pole completely down, and sending power lines across the highway. Beach says there were two people in the car; no injuries, both refused...

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Each year the Northwest Indiana A$$et Building Campaign (ABC) hosts by Text-Enhance" href="http://www.nwi-ca.com/news/news-es6.html">free income tax preparation sites throughout Lake, Porter, and Starke Counties. These Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) sites complete over 1,300 taxes and return approximately $1.2 million back into the communities served; money often used to purchase necessities and stimulate the local economy. This year, Northwest Indiana Community Action is pleased to...

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Just west of Valparaiso, both directions of US 30 and part of Joliet Road are shut down after a car struck a utility pole around 10-o'clock this morning. Chief Tim Beach with Union  Fire Rescue tells us a car struck a utility pole on the north side of US 30 at Joliet, knocking the pole completely down, and sending power lines across the highway. Beach the there were two people in the car; no injuries, both refused treatment from EMS.  it's not known how long the highway will be closed.

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Valparaiso Police say an elderly man reported missing by his wife Thursday night was found safe about two-and-a-half hours later. Police say the 82-year-old man, who was reported to have early stages of dementia, had left his home to pick-up dinner from a local restaurant when he failed to return after nearly two-hours. Police started checking local establishments, then he was entered into a national computer system and a phone alert was sent to local residents. At 9:45, Sgt. John Patston...

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