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Firefighters extinguished a truck fire on Ind. 49, cause remains unclear.
Officials uncertain about cause of Ind. 49 truck fire
Firefighters extinguished a truck fire on Ind. 49, cause remains unclear.
nwitimes.com
January 8, 2026 at 7:19 PM
Firefighters extinguished a truck fire on Ind. 49, cause remains unclear.
Under the agreement, Hobart is owed a $47 million up-front payment from Amazon by the end of the month.
Over protests, Hobart council OKs tax abatement deal for Amazon data center
Under the agreement, Hobart is owed a $47 million up-front payment from Amazon by the end of the month.
nwitimes.com
January 8, 2026 at 5:32 PM
Under the agreement, Hobart is owed a $47 million up-front payment from Amazon by the end of the month.
Here’s your 219 News Now for January 8, 2026. Mrvan seeking fourth term representing Northwest Indiana in Congress. Check out these top stories and more in The Times and nwi.com?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot.
219 News Now: Mrvan seeking fourth term representing Northwest Indiana in Congress
Here’s your 219 News Now for January 8, 2026. Mrvan seeking fourth term representing Northwest Indiana in Congress. Check out these top stories and more in The Times and nwi.com.
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January 8, 2026 at 4:37 PM
Here’s your 219 News Now for January 8, 2026. Mrvan seeking fourth term representing Northwest Indiana in Congress. Check out these top stories and more in The Times and nwi.com?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot.
Data center advocates tout investment, tax revenue, construction jobs and other benefits. But experts say data centers are often heavily subsidized and create few long-term jobs since "they basically run
Do data centers deliver what proponents say?
Data center advocates tout investment, tax revenue, construction jobs and other benefits. But experts say data centers are often heavily subsidized and create few long-term jobs since "they basically run
nwitimes.com
January 8, 2026 at 3:02 PM
Data center advocates tout investment, tax revenue, construction jobs and other benefits. But experts say data centers are often heavily subsidized and create few long-term jobs since "they basically run
Hazardous weather is expected with damaging winds and thunderstorms after 6 p.m. Thursday, warns the National Weather Service.
Damaging wind storms expected in the Region Thursday evening
Hazardous weather is expected with damaging winds and thunderstorms after 6 p.m. Thursday, warns the National Weather Service.
nwitimes.com
January 8, 2026 at 2:17 PM
Hazardous weather is expected with damaging winds and thunderstorms after 6 p.m. Thursday, warns the National Weather Service.
NIPSCO disclosed to the state that Unit 18 has been in an extended outage and "basically dead in the water" since July, IURC Chief Technical Advisor Dale Thomas said.
One coal-fired unit already down at R.M. Schahfer Generating Station NIPSCO was ordered to keep open
NIPSCO disclosed to the state that Unit 18 has been in an extended outage and "basically dead in the water" since July, IURC Chief Technical Advisor Dale Thomas said.
nwitimes.com
January 8, 2026 at 2:02 PM
NIPSCO disclosed to the state that Unit 18 has been in an extended outage and "basically dead in the water" since July, IURC Chief Technical Advisor Dale Thomas said.
Learn how to safely navigate police encounters with these tips from the American Civil Liberties Union.
Safety Check: Staying safe during a traffic stop
Learn how to safely navigate police encounters with these tips from the American Civil Liberties Union.
nwitimes.com
January 8, 2026 at 1:43 PM
Learn how to safely navigate police encounters with these tips from the American Civil Liberties Union.
“Designing TTRPGs for Dummies” by VU English professor Martin Buinicki, is a fascinating foray into a world that relates to our daily realities of chance, uncertainty and storytelling.
Davich: Tabletop role-playing games for dummies rolls the cosmic dice
“Designing TTRPGs for Dummies” by VU English professor Martin Buinicki, is a fascinating foray into a world that relates to our daily realities of chance, uncertainty and storytelling.
nwitimes.com
January 8, 2026 at 1:06 PM
“Designing TTRPGs for Dummies” by VU English professor Martin Buinicki, is a fascinating foray into a world that relates to our daily realities of chance, uncertainty and storytelling.
A Lake County officer is recovering after a head-on crash in a pursuit; two suspects were also hospitalized.
Lake County sheriff officer hospitalized after head-on crash in pursuit
A Lake County officer is recovering after a head-on crash in a pursuit; two suspects were also hospitalized.
nwitimes.com
January 8, 2026 at 12:51 PM
A Lake County officer is recovering after a head-on crash in a pursuit; two suspects were also hospitalized.
Westville girls coach Mike Megyese considers himself lucky to have coached many a great talent throughout his career. He already knows the company sophomore Blackhawks guard Hillary Labis will keep.
Never satisfied, Hillary Labis could become one of Westville's greats
Westville girls coach Mike Megyese considers himself lucky to have coached many a great talent throughout his career. He already knows the company sophomore Blackhawks guard Hillary Labis will keep.
nwitimes.com
January 8, 2026 at 12:03 PM
Westville girls coach Mike Megyese considers himself lucky to have coached many a great talent throughout his career. He already knows the company sophomore Blackhawks guard Hillary Labis will keep.
Lowell is 4-6 through 10 games, trying to tread water while it adjusts to its new complications. Regardless of wins or losses, coach Joe Delgado's team is "willing to fight."
Despite subpar start, Lowell boys basketball is 'willing to fight'
Lowell is 4-6 through 10 games, trying to tread water while it adjusts to its new complications. Regardless of wins or losses, coach Joe Delgado's team is "willing to fight."
nwitimes.com
January 8, 2026 at 11:01 AM
Lowell is 4-6 through 10 games, trying to tread water while it adjusts to its new complications. Regardless of wins or losses, coach Joe Delgado's team is "willing to fight."
Glenn Hall, a Hockey Hall of Famer whose streak of 502 starts as a goaltender remains an NHL record, has died. He was 94.
Hockey Hall of Famer Glenn Hall dies at 94
Glenn Hall, a Hockey Hall of Famer whose streak of 502 starts as a goaltender remains an NHL record, has died. He was 94.
nwitimes.com
January 8, 2026 at 2:15 AM
Glenn Hall, a Hockey Hall of Famer whose streak of 502 starts as a goaltender remains an NHL record, has died. He was 94.
Workers started to demolish Trinity Lutheran Church, which was built in 1886 and was twice condemned after preservation efforts failed to come to fruition.
Crown Point's oldest church torn down
Workers started to demolish Trinity Lutheran Church, which was built in 1886 and was twice condemned after preservation efforts failed to come to fruition.
nwitimes.com
January 7, 2026 at 11:50 PM
Workers started to demolish Trinity Lutheran Church, which was built in 1886 and was twice condemned after preservation efforts failed to come to fruition.
Detectives searched the house's garbage from the residence and found torn plastic baggies allegedly used for packaging drugs, plus a filter commonly used with glass pipes to smoke crack cocaine.
8 people arrested in raid on alleged drug house in Hobart
Detectives searched the house's garbage from the residence and found torn plastic baggies allegedly used for packaging drugs, plus a filter commonly used with glass pipes to smoke crack cocaine.
nwitimes.com
January 7, 2026 at 11:35 PM
Detectives searched the house's garbage from the residence and found torn plastic baggies allegedly used for packaging drugs, plus a filter commonly used with glass pipes to smoke crack cocaine.
The bill honors the late United Steelworkers International President Tom Conway, who got his start as a union activist at USW Local 6787 while working at Bethlehem Steel in Burns
Federal legislation honors late USW president Thomas Conway
The bill honors the late United Steelworkers International President Tom Conway, who got his start as a union activist at USW Local 6787 while working at Bethlehem Steel in Burns
nwitimes.com
January 7, 2026 at 11:20 PM
The bill honors the late United Steelworkers International President Tom Conway, who got his start as a union activist at USW Local 6787 while working at Bethlehem Steel in Burns
"I am running for reelection to build on the progress we have made and to continue delivering practical solutions for Indiana's 1st District," Congressman Mrvan said.
Mrvan seeking fourth term representing Northwest Indiana in Congress
"I am running for reelection to build on the progress we have made and to continue delivering practical solutions for Indiana's 1st District," Congressman Mrvan said.
nwitimes.com
January 7, 2026 at 11:05 PM
"I am running for reelection to build on the progress we have made and to continue delivering practical solutions for Indiana's 1st District," Congressman Mrvan said.
Kelly Larson, 48, told her coworker there was an issue with the account and the funds were returned to the donors. He said he allegedly learned that wasn't the case.
Chesterton woman stole GoFundMe funds created to help colleague injured in motorcycle crash
Kelly Larson, 48, told her coworker there was an issue with the account and the funds were returned to the donors. He said he allegedly learned that wasn't the case.
nwitimes.com
January 7, 2026 at 10:04 PM
Kelly Larson, 48, told her coworker there was an issue with the account and the funds were returned to the donors. He said he allegedly learned that wasn't the case.
"Our state has proudly built a strong culture of life, and no satanic cult — or any extremist group — is going to stop us," said Attorney General Todd Rokita.
Appeals court affirms dismissal of Satanic Temple challenge to Indiana's near-total abortion ban
"Our state has proudly built a strong culture of life, and no satanic cult — or any extremist group — is going to stop us," said Attorney General Todd Rokita.
nwitimes.com
January 7, 2026 at 9:05 PM
"Our state has proudly built a strong culture of life, and no satanic cult — or any extremist group — is going to stop us," said Attorney General Todd Rokita.
Portage Fire Department responded to a garage fire that occurred at 1 a.m. on Wednesday.
Portage Fire Department respond to late-night structure fire
Portage Fire Department responded to a garage fire that occurred at 1 a.m. on Wednesday.
nwitimes.com
January 7, 2026 at 8:50 PM
Portage Fire Department responded to a garage fire that occurred at 1 a.m. on Wednesday.
U.S. Rep. Jim Baird, R-Greencastle, who was injured in a vehicle crash en route to Washington, D.C. Monday night, has been released from the hospital.
Indiana congressman released from hospital following vehicle crash
U.S. Rep. Jim Baird, R-Greencastle, who was injured in a vehicle crash en route to Washington, D.C. Monday night, has been released from the hospital.
nwitimes.com
January 7, 2026 at 8:03 PM
U.S. Rep. Jim Baird, R-Greencastle, who was injured in a vehicle crash en route to Washington, D.C. Monday night, has been released from the hospital.
Cafe Farina opened on the Porter County Courthouse Square in downtown Valparaiso.
Cafe Farina expands to downtown Valpo
Cafe Farina opened on the Porter County Courthouse Square in downtown Valparaiso.
nwitimes.com
January 7, 2026 at 7:28 PM
Cafe Farina opened on the Porter County Courthouse Square in downtown Valparaiso.
An Illinois man was identified as the pedestrian killed by a vehicle on U.S. 41 near U.S. 30 on Tuesday.
Pedestrian struck, killed in Schererville identified
An Illinois man was identified as the pedestrian killed by a vehicle on U.S. 41 near U.S. 30 on Tuesday.
nwitimes.com
January 7, 2026 at 7:13 PM
An Illinois man was identified as the pedestrian killed by a vehicle on U.S. 41 near U.S. 30 on Tuesday.
The shooting marks a dramatic escalation of the latest in a series of immigration enforcement operations in major American cities under the Trump administration.
ICE agent shoots and kills a woman during the Minneapolis immigration crackdown
The shooting marks a dramatic escalation of the latest in a series of immigration enforcement operations in major American cities under the Trump administration.
nwitimes.com
January 7, 2026 at 6:34 PM
The shooting marks a dramatic escalation of the latest in a series of immigration enforcement operations in major American cities under the Trump administration.
A Hobart man was caught allegedly trying to steal prime rib from Walmart by swapping its price tag with a $2.98 sticker from the clothing section, Portage police said.
Man caught swapping $2.98 price tag to steal $126 in prime rib, Portage cops say
A Hobart man was caught allegedly trying to steal prime rib from Walmart by swapping its price tag with a $2.98 sticker from the clothing section, Portage police said.
nwitimes.com
January 7, 2026 at 6:03 PM
A Hobart man was caught allegedly trying to steal prime rib from Walmart by swapping its price tag with a $2.98 sticker from the clothing section, Portage police said.
Here’s your 219 News Now for January 7, 2026. Indiana students top graduation rate for third year in a row. Check out these top stories and more in The Times
219 News Now: Indiana students top graduation rate for third year in a row
Here’s your 219 News Now for January 7, 2026. Indiana students top graduation rate for third year in a row. Check out these top stories and more in The Times
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January 7, 2026 at 5:18 PM
Here’s your 219 News Now for January 7, 2026. Indiana students top graduation rate for third year in a row. Check out these top stories and more in The Times