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New testing finds Legionella and chlorine concerns in Illinois town's water investigation

New testing by a nationally recognized water expert has found Legionella bacteria in one Illinois home's plumbing system and raised new concerns about chlorine levels in the village's water supply, adding to issues that residents have reported for more than a year.

Beaverville, IL · 23h

NBC Chicago

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New kind of DMV opens in south suburbs, and it's different than typical facilities

A new, permanent DMV is now open in the south suburbs, and this facility is a little different from others. The 8,700-square-foot facility in Orland Hills, dubbed a DMV+, is a "one-stop destination" for driver and vehicle services, along with a number of other offerings that would otherwise require a trip to Secretary of State facilities in Springfield or Chicago.

Orland Hills, IL · 2d
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Jerry Williams Elected Lake County’s First Black Sheriff

The sounds of James Brown, Sly & The Family Stone, and Stevie Wonder filled a Lake County banquet hall Tuesday night as supporters gathered to watch returns in a sheriff’s race that was setup to make history. Jerry Williams, a Gary native who spent more than three decades with...

Lake County, IN · 7d
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fox32chicago.com

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Free turkey giveaway begins at five Chicagoland McDonald's locations

CHICAGO - A holiday food giveaway is bringing support to families at five McDonald’s locations across the Chicago area this week. The Black McDonald’s Operators Association of Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana is holding its 26th annual Food for the Body & Spirit giveaway from Tuesday through Saturday. The...

Chicago, IL · 1d
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chicagocrusader.com

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Gary’s Transformation Gains Momentum as Major Investments Reshape City’s Future

New transportation facilities, economic development projects and neighborhood revitalization efforts are positioning Gary for a new chapter of growth. A new chapter of development is taking shape in Gary, Indiana, as city leaders pursue major infrastructure investments, downtown revitalization projects and economic opportunities designed to strengthen the city’s future.

Gary, IN · 10h

Country Herald

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Lake County, IN I-94 Closure Nov. 5: Overnight Delays Expected

INDOT warns of overnight delays as bridge beam installation restricts I-94 and closes US-6.

Lake County, IN · 7d

chicagocrusader.com

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Gary attorneys earn repeat national recognition

Gary attorneys Michael E. Tolbert and Shelice R. Tolbert, partners at Tolbert & Tolbert, have once again earned national recognition for their accomplishments in the legal profession. The husband-and-wife team has been named to The National Black Lawyers Top 100, an invitation-only organization recognizing accomplished Black attorneys across the United States.

Gary, IN · 2d

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LaPorte residents receive help after August Derecho

LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. (WSBT) — It’s been nearly three months since the August derecho tore through La Porte, and for some families, the storm’s impact is far from over. The city will resume disconnecting service for unpaid bills on November 17th after temporarily suspending shutoffs following the storm.

La Porte, IN · 2d

panoramanow.com

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Valpo Celebrates Opening of Vale Park West Pathway

Mayor Jon Costas joined Engineering Director Max Rehlander, Parks Director Tristan Leonhard, project partners and neighborhood representatives for a ribbon-cutting celebration marking completion of the 7,600-foot pathway. Located alongside portions of Vale Park Road and Froberg Road, the off-road pathway provides a dedicated space for pedestrians and cyclists, offering a safer alternative to traveling alongside vehicle traffic.

Valparaiso, IN · 2d

starcitytv.com

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Former members of the armed forces and American Legion Chaplain speak at Indiana Veterans Home

Today the Indiana Veterans Home celebrated Veterans Day with a ceremony. The ceremony included several speakers who are former members of the armed forces and a Chaplain with the American Legion. They spoke about their time in the service and what being able to speak today means to them. They went on to talk about the importance of honoring members of the military.

Indiana · 5h

95.3 MNC

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Public input sought for proposed State Road 2 improvements

Residents and business owners will have another opportunity to weigh in on transportation needs along State Road 2. The ProPEL S-R 2 study team is holding two community office-hour sessions Thursday, November 12th, covering a 13-mile stretch between U-S 20 in LaPorte County and the 31 Bypass in St. Joseph County.

Laporte County, IN · 1d

capitalbnews.org

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Gary Lawmakers Gain Political Power as Indiana Republicans Lose Supermajority

Gary’s Democratic lawmakers have spent 14 years in a Statehouse where Republicans could hold sessions, pass bills, and set the agenda without them. Starting in January, that changes. For Democrats, who spent more than a decade powerless and unable to stop anything in the Indiana House, the change is...

Indiana · 1d

indiana105.com

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Legacy Foundation Grants for Public Spaces Across Lake County

In Lake County, the Merrillville-based Legacy Foundation recently announced seven projects will share $4 million in its “Love Where You Live” public spaces investment. The recipients are – Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana — Tolleston Legacy Park & Art Walk in Gary;. City of...

Lake County, IN · 2d

The Crusader Newspaper

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Lake County Democrats score major election victories on November 4

Lake County voters delivered a string of Democratic victories Tuesday, November 3, electing Jerry Williams as the county’s first Black sheriff, returning Frank J. Mrvan to Congress and strengthening the party’s influence from Gary and Hammond to Dyer and Schererville. For voters in Gary and throughout Lake County,...

Lake County, IN · 5d

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Knox Board of Zoning Appeals approves variance for proposed Scooter’s Coffee

The Knox Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance on Tuesday, November 3rd, for a proposed Scooter’s Coffee location along US Highway 35. The board voted to allow a building at 301 Carlson Drive to be constructed closer to the state highway than the city’s required 75-foot setback.

Knox, IN · 2d

southwestregionalpublishing.com

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Developer eyes Manhattan for fast food restaurant

The Village of Manhattan could soon get a new fast food restaurant if plans revealed at the most recent board meeting come to fruition. Ampler Development signed a letter of intent to purchase and develop the village-owned property at the corner of Brookstone Drive and Route 52 in Manhattan for a Taco Bell restaurant.

Manhattan, IL · 2d

ABC10

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Hundreds try to move Chicago's Bean sculpture in viral internet stunt

Chicago, IL · 1d

CBS Chicago

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Crowd of hundreds try to push The Bean 7 inches to the left

Hundreds of people gathered in downtown Chicago Sunday to try to push the Bean seven inches to the left.

Chicago, IL · 2d

hoodline.com

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Mount Greenwood Rink Gets New Chiller After Closure Scare Rattles Neighbors

Mount Greenwood Park Fieldhouse — Announced Learn-To-Skate Registration Venue. The outdoor ice rink at Mount Greenwood Park has a new chiller as the Chicago Park District gears up to open the facility for the season, easing fears in a neighborhood that was recently bracing for the rink to go dark for good. The equipment arrived just weeks after rumors of a possible closure sent local hockey families into a panic.

Chicago, IL · 4d

hoodline.com

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Underwater Fiber Line From Chicago Lands at Jean Klock Park in Benton Harbor

United Federal Credit Union Headquarters — Project Connection Site. A high-speed internet cable running from Chicago to southwest Michigan under Lake Michigan is now coming ashore at Jean Klock Park in Benton Harbor, with crews laying new fiber lines that extend from the lake onto land. The park is one of two landing points for the project, known as Critical Crossings. The project also includes a connection point at United Federal Credit Union's headquarters in St. Joseph, where construction was still in progress on August 25, 2026.

Benton Harbor, MI · 4d