Local News

The town of Highland has a new police chief. Ralph Potesta took the oath of office during Monday's town council meeting.

The Indiana House has unanimously agreed to extend a measure to make it easier for kids to access children's hospitals closer to home.

A proposed ordinance would prohibit the retail sale of dogs and cats in Valparaiso, but it could be overruled by legislation in the General Assembly.

First Lady Jill Biden's visit to Valparaiso has been postponed.

The Valparaiso Fire Department is considering its future facilities needs. The board of works last week approved an agreement with K2M Design for $45,500.

Porter County residents will have a chance to learn more about a proposed solar farm later this month. NextEra Energy is scheduled to give a presentation about its proposed Malden Solar Farm at the February 27 county commissioners meeting.

Hammond Mayor Tom McDermott Jr. says changing his mind about the West Lake Corridor has opened new opportunities for downtown Hammond.

The South Shore Line is offering extra service to McCormick Place for the Chicago Auto Show.

A two-year-old Portage girl is dead, after police say she shot herself with a gun she found in her home. The Times reports it happened at the Oak Tree Village mobile home park Tuesday morning.

Offering free rides for a day gave the Gary Public Transportation Corporation a big boost in ridership.