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Calumet Township also plans food distributions as a state lawmaker urges township trustees to tap reserves to help families in need. gary.capitalbnews.org/gary-launche...
Gary Launches $275K SNAP Relief Plan as Indiana Limits Food Benefits Amid Shutdown - Capital B Gary
Calumet Township also plans food distributions as a state lawmaker urges township trustees to tap reserves to help families in need.
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November 11, 2025 at 10:41 PM
Calumet Township also plans food distributions as a state lawmaker urges township trustees to tap reserves to help families in need. gary.capitalbnews.org/gary-launche...
City officials outline how residents can stay safe, where to find warming centers, and what to expect from plowing operations after the winter storm. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/gary-winter-weather-plan/
Gary Winter Weather Plan as Winter Storm Hits Northwest Indiana - Capital B Gary
City officials outline how residents can stay safe, where to find warming centers, and what to expect from plowing operations after the winter storm.
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November 10, 2025 at 11:09 PM
City officials outline how residents can stay safe, where to find warming centers, and what to expect from plowing operations after the winter storm. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/gary-winter-weather-plan/
J’s Breakfast Club has grown from a small carryout into one of Gary’s defining community spaces.
J’s Breakfast Club in Gary Celebrates 10 years as a Gary staple - Capital B Gary
A decade after its opening, owner Joslyn Kelly reflects on faith, family, and her community.
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November 9, 2025 at 3:54 PM
J’s Breakfast Club has grown from a small carryout into one of Gary’s defining community spaces.
The Food Bank of Northwest Indiana is expanding distributions as Gary residents rally to feed their neighbors.
SNAP benefits delayed: Northwest Indiana groups and Gary organizer step up
The Food Bank of Northwest Indiana is expanding distributions as Gary residents rally to feed their neighbors.
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November 8, 2025 at 12:00 PM
The Food Bank of Northwest Indiana is expanding distributions as Gary residents rally to feed their neighbors.
City leaders will tackle key issues this month, from a proposed rate hike to property appraisals and a new plan to guide how the city grows. gary.capitalbnews.org/gary-public-...
November 2025 Gary Public Meetings - Capital B Gary
City leaders will tackle key issues this month, from a proposed rate hike to property appraisals and a new plan to guide how the city grows.
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November 8, 2025 at 1:53 AM
City leaders will tackle key issues this month, from a proposed rate hike to property appraisals and a new plan to guide how the city grows. gary.capitalbnews.org/gary-public-...
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Gary’s 2026 budget is slightly smaller than last year’s, but it shifts more money into key departments and adds new workers as part of a broader reorganization of city services. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/gary-2026-budget-sewer-rate-hike-delay/
Gary 2026 Budget: City Council Passes $65.5 Million Plan, Delays Sewer Rate Increase for Businesses
The $65.5 million budget includes department reorganizations and new full-time staff.
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November 2, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Gary’s 2026 budget is slightly smaller than last year’s, but it shifts more money into key departments and adds new workers as part of a broader reorganization of city services. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/gary-2026-budget-sewer-rate-hike-delay/
Gov. Mike Braun on Monday called a special legislative session to consider redrawing Indiana’s congressional map.
https://gary.capitalbnews.org/trump-braun-redistricting-gary-voting-power/
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Braun Calls Special Session to Redraw Indiana Congressional Map - Capital B Gary
The legislature is set to reconvene to consider redrawing the state’s congressional map.
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November 2, 2025 at 12:39 AM
Gov. Mike Braun on Monday called a special legislative session to consider redrawing Indiana’s congressional map.
https://gary.capitalbnews.org/trump-braun-redistricting-gary-voting-power/
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Protesters were outside Gary/Chicago International Airport on Thursday as Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Gov. Mike Braun gave a press conference. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/homeland-security-and-ice-quietly-visit-gary-as-protesters-gather-at-airport/
Homeland Security and ICE Quietly Visit Gary as Protesters Gather at Airport - Capital B Gary
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem held a joint press conference Thursday at Gary/Chicago International Airport with Indiana Gov. Mike Braun to deliver updates on “Operation Midway ...
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November 1, 2025 at 8:26 PM
Protesters were outside Gary/Chicago International Airport on Thursday as Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Gov. Mike Braun gave a press conference. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/homeland-security-and-ice-quietly-visit-gary-as-protesters-gather-at-airport/
A regularly updated list of food pantries and the mobile market serving Gary and Northwest Indiana residents. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/free-food-gary-northwest-indiana/
Free Food in Northwest Indiana as SNAP Cuts Loom - Capital B Gary
A regularly updated list of food pantries and the mobile market serving Gary and Northwest Indiana residents.
gary.capitalbnews.org
November 1, 2025 at 10:20 AM
A regularly updated list of food pantries and the mobile market serving Gary and Northwest Indiana residents. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/free-food-gary-northwest-indiana/
A decade after its opening, owner Joslyn Kelly reflects on faith, family, and her community.
gary.capitalbnews.org/js-breakfast...
gary.capitalbnews.org/js-breakfast...
J’s Breakfast Club in Gary Celebrates 10 years as a Gary staple - Capital B Gary
A decade after its opening, owner Joslyn Kelly reflects on faith, family, and her community.
gary.capitalbnews.org
October 31, 2025 at 8:58 PM
A decade after its opening, owner Joslyn Kelly reflects on faith, family, and her community.
gary.capitalbnews.org/js-breakfast...
gary.capitalbnews.org/js-breakfast...
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Gov. Mike Braun held a press conference at Gary/Chicago International Airport. Dozens of demonstrators gathered outside in opposition. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/homeland-security-and-ice-quietly-visit-gary-as-protesters-gather-at-airport/
Homeland Security and ICE Quietly Visit Gary as Protesters Gather at Airport - Capital B Gary
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem held a joint press conference Thursday at Gary/Chicago International Airport with Indiana Gov. Mike Braun to deliver updates on “Operation Midway ...
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October 30, 2025 at 10:48 PM
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Gov. Mike Braun held a press conference at Gary/Chicago International Airport. Dozens of demonstrators gathered outside in opposition. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/homeland-security-and-ice-quietly-visit-gary-as-protesters-gather-at-airport/
The $65.5 million package includes funds for department reorganizations and new full-time staff. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/gary-2026-budget-sewer-rate-hike-delay/
Gary 2026 Budget: City Council Passes $65.5 Million Plan, Delays Sewer Rate Increase for Businesses
The $65.5 million budget includes department reorganizations and new full-time staff.
gary.capitalbnews.org
October 30, 2025 at 8:11 PM
The $65.5 million package includes funds for department reorganizations and new full-time staff. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/gary-2026-budget-sewer-rate-hike-delay/
A regularly updated list of food pantries and the mobile market serving Gary and Northwest Indiana residents. gary.capitalbnews.org/free-food-ga...
Free Food in Northwest Indiana as SNAP Cuts Loom - Capital B Gary
A regularly updated list of food pantries and the mobile market serving Gary and Northwest Indiana residents.
gary.capitalbnews.org
October 29, 2025 at 8:03 PM
A regularly updated list of food pantries and the mobile market serving Gary and Northwest Indiana residents. gary.capitalbnews.org/free-food-ga...
The legislature is set to reconvene to consider redrawing the state’s congressional map. gary.capitalbnews.org/trump-braun-...
Braun Calls Special Session to Redraw Indiana Congressional Map - Capital B Gary
The legislature is set to reconvene to consider redrawing the state’s congressional map.
gary.capitalbnews.org
October 27, 2025 at 8:57 PM
The legislature is set to reconvene to consider redrawing the state’s congressional map. gary.capitalbnews.org/trump-braun-...
On Thursday, Calumet Township Trustee Tai Adkins brought together community leaders for a fall symposium.
Calumet Township Expands Aid as SNAP and WIC Cuts Loom - Capital B Gary
Local leaders unveiled food access partnerships, and calls for statewide action on “Food Is Medicine” initiatives.
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October 26, 2025 at 2:54 PM
On Thursday, Calumet Township Trustee Tai Adkins brought together community leaders for a fall symposium.
When the Gary Common Council reconvenes for its budget hearing on Oct. 28, members will confront funding the federally mandated overhaul of its wastewater system and managing the looming fallout from new state tax laws.
Gary Council Weighs Sewer Rate Hikes and Tax Changes to Meet EPA Mandate - Capital B Gary
The Gary Sanitation Department is proposing a hike on commercial and industrial properties to avoid raising residential rates.
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October 25, 2025 at 12:01 PM
When the Gary Common Council reconvenes for its budget hearing on Oct. 28, members will confront funding the federally mandated overhaul of its wastewater system and managing the looming fallout from new state tax laws.
Indiana Republicans are weighing whether to redraw the state’s congressional map outside the normal 10-year cycle, a move that could weaken Democratic power in Northwest Indiana and reshape the state’s political balance.
Gary’s Political Power at Risk as Indiana GOP Eyes Redistricting - Capital B Gary
Vice President JD Vance’s visit underscores growing national pressure as GOP lawmakers debate whether to redraw Indiana’s congressional districts.
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October 19, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Indiana Republicans are weighing whether to redraw the state’s congressional map outside the normal 10-year cycle, a move that could weaken Democratic power in Northwest Indiana and reshape the state’s political balance.
Grant Street, one of Gary’s major thoroughfares, will now be renamed Richard G. Hatcher Boulevard.
Gary names street after Richard Hatcher - Capital B Gary
Monday’s event continues recent efforts to honor local trailblazers through public art and monuments.
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October 18, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Grant Street, one of Gary’s major thoroughfares, will now be renamed Richard G. Hatcher Boulevard.
On Saturday, Oct. 18, residents across Northwest Indiana and Chicago are expected to join a national series of “No Kings” protests. Organizers say the demonstrations are meant to show opposition to what they view as threats to democracy and government overreach.
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‘No Kings’ Protests Planned in Chicago and Northwest Indiana - Capital B Gary
Events are also planned in Crown Point, Valparaiso and Highland.
gary.capitalbnews.org
October 17, 2025 at 7:22 PM
On Saturday, Oct. 18, residents across Northwest Indiana and Chicago are expected to join a national series of “No Kings” protests. Organizers say the demonstrations are meant to show opposition to what they view as threats to democracy and government overreach.
gary.capitalbnews.org/no-kings-pro...
gary.capitalbnews.org/no-kings-pro...
“I recognize my role and assignment in opening doors for women,” Nicole Guns says about leading First Baptist Church. gary.capitalbnews.org/first-woman-...
History Made as Woman Pastor Leads Gary’s First Baptist Church - Capital B Gary
“I recognize my role and assignment in opening doors for women,” Nicole Guns says about leading First Baptist Church.
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October 16, 2025 at 8:59 PM
“I recognize my role and assignment in opening doors for women,” Nicole Guns says about leading First Baptist Church. gary.capitalbnews.org/first-woman-...
At a packed forum at IUN, city leaders outlined redevelopment plans, fire and police improvements, and their stance on recent ICE activity. gary.capitalbnews.org/mayor-forum-...
Melton Discusses Ice Raids, Genesis Center Repairs, and Convention Center Plans - Capital B Gary
At a packed forum at IUN, city leaders outlined redevelopment plans, fire and police improvements, and their stance on recent ICE activity.
gary.capitalbnews.org
October 15, 2025 at 8:23 PM
At a packed forum at IUN, city leaders outlined redevelopment plans, fire and police improvements, and their stance on recent ICE activity. gary.capitalbnews.org/mayor-forum-...
The festival continues to spotlight powerful stories from the African diaspora while nurturing a new generation of Midwest creators. gary.capitalbnews.org/gary-interna...
Gary International Black Film Festival Celebrates 15 Years - Capital B Gary
The festival continues to spotlight powerful stories from the African diaspora while nurturing a new generation of Midwest creators.
gary.capitalbnews.org
October 15, 2025 at 3:30 PM
The festival continues to spotlight powerful stories from the African diaspora while nurturing a new generation of Midwest creators. gary.capitalbnews.org/gary-interna...
Vice President JD Vance’s visit underscores growing national pressure as GOP lawmakers debate whether to redraw Indiana’s congressional districts.
Gary’s Political Power at Risk as Indiana GOP Eyes Redistricting - Capital B Gary
Vice President JD Vance’s visit underscores growing national pressure as GOP lawmakers debate whether to redraw Indiana’s congressional districts.
gary.capitalbnews.org
October 14, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Vice President JD Vance’s visit underscores growing national pressure as GOP lawmakers debate whether to redraw Indiana’s congressional districts.
Monday’s event continues recent efforts to honor local trailblazers through public art and monuments.
Gary names street after Richard Hatcher - Capital B Gary
Monday’s event continues recent efforts to honor local trailblazers through public art and monuments.
gary.capitalbnews.org
October 14, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Monday’s event continues recent efforts to honor local trailblazers through public art and monuments.