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Man Sentenced for Fatal Shooting of Boy

(Michigan City, IN) - A near maximum prison sentence has been given for the May shooting death of a 14 year old Michigan City boy. Marcus Ballinger, Jr. also of Michigan City was given 60 years in prison for murder on Monday, November 9 after convicted by a La Porte Superior Court 1 jury on October 7.

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Charges Filed Against Alleged Meth Dealer

(La Porte, IN) - A man is accused of selling a large amount of methamphetamine in La Porte. Chad Smith, 45, is charged in La Porte Circuit Court. Authorities say Smith met the buyer in June in the parking lot of a retail store on the city’s east side. 84 grams of methamphetamine were allegedly sold for $1,150.

La Porte, IN · 2d

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Phone Call Leads to Arrest of Suspected Drunk Driver

(La Porte County, IN) - A motorist with a cell phone helped La Porte County Police remove a slow moving and weaving suspected drunk driver from the roads. Alexander Mitchell, 25, of LaCrosse was booked into the La Porte County jail for Class A misdemeanor operating while intoxicated. According to...

La Porte, IN · 22h

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DNA match identifies killer in LaPorte County cold case

LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. — More than 40 years after she was found dead, authorities in LaPorte County have identified the killer in the 1981 cold-case murder of Juanita Boyd. Authorities say they have identified Carl David Phillips as Boyd’s killer. Phillips died in LaPorte County in September of 2017. Authorities say Boyd was last seen on […]

Laporte County, IN · 2d

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After 173 days, LaPorte Sheriff's deputy back home after being shot in the line of duty

LA PORTE, Ind. (WSBT 22) — In late May police converged at a Michigan City Hospital after a LaPorte Sheriff's Deputy was shot in the emergency room. After 173 days Deputy Jon Samuelson has officially been discharged from a rehab facility and is returning home. He was shot in the line of duty inside a Michigan City hospital.

La Porte, IN · 1d

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New Buffalo Township residents voice concerns, support for short-term rentals

NEW BUFFALO — New Buffalo Township residents, short-term rental owners and property managers offered sharply differing perspectives on the future of short-term rental prioperties (STRs) during a Nov. 9 town hall meeting. Township officials were seeking community input following the adoption of a 12-month moratorium on new STR licenses.

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Deputy Jon Samuelson discharged from Chicago rehab facility; returns to La Porte County

LA PORTE COUNTY, Ind. -- The La Porte County sheriff's deputy who was shot multiple times in an emergency room is returning to Michiana. According to a new post from the La Porte County Sheriff's Department, Deputy Jon Samuelson has been discharged from the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in downtown Chicago.

La Porte, IN · 1d

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Heavy Lake Effect Snow Brings Slushy Roads and Low Visibility to Hammond, Merrillville, and Portage for a Very Slow Friday Morning Commute

INDIANA — Heavy lake effect snow overnight into Friday morning is expected to make for a slow commute across northwest Indiana. Slippery roads, reduced visibility, and slush-covered pavement are likely during the morning rush. Drivers are urged to give themselves extra time to get to work and to slow down on wet and snowy roads.

Merrillville, IN · 9h

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Unsung Heroes: Sergeant Nick Krause

How long has Sergeant Nick Krause served the Michigan City Police Department?. What role does Sergeant Krause play in the 'Unsung Heroes' recognition?. Why is the Michigan City Police Department honoring Sergeant Krause?. WSBT 22 is saluting our unsung heroes. Tonight, we honor Sergeant Nick Krause of the Michigan City...

Michigan City, IN · 22h

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Raiders sweep past Brandywine to claim district crown

BRIDGMAN — The Red Arrow Raiders showed the power of being a smart team on Nov. 5 by winning the Division 3 District 77 high school volleyball championship. In just its second year, the co-op squad made up of players from River Valley and New Buffalo high schools won its first district title with an impressive three-set sweep over Niles Brandywine in Bridgman High School’s “Hive.”

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Michigan City’s The Franklin earns international honor

The transportation development project near the South Shore Line train station was honored by the International Economic Development Council. The post Michigan City’s The Franklin earns international honor appeared first on Michiana Business News .

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Local Organizations Split $225,00 in Grants

(La Porte County, IN) - Unity Foundation of La Porte County awarded more than $225,000 in 2026 Power for Good Community Grants to 54 organizations serving La Porte County. The grants support a wide range of community needs, including food access, housing, health, education, youth development, the arts, animal welfare and the environment.

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Unsung Heroes: South Bend Fire Department Captain James Dembinski

WSBT 22 is saluting our unsung heroes. Tonight, we honor retired South Bend Fire Department Captain James Dembinski. Dembinski passed away last month at the age of 81. He served on the South Bend Fire Department for 32 years before retiring in 2003. Thank you for your service, and rest...

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Indiana-Michigan Weather Alert: First Snow by Friday, Up to 3 Inches Expected

Lake-effect snow could bring slick roads and several inches of accumulation near Lake Michigan.

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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.

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Kiwanis Field Staying Put as School Board Approves $50M Facilities Plan

(La Porte, IN) - It looks like Kiwanis Field in La Porte is here to stay. This week, the school board unanimously voted for a resolution that earmarks $50 million in funds to be borrowed for maintaining facilities throughout the district. Among the projects is renovating and restoring Kiwanis Field,...

La Porte, IN · 20h

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South Bend, IN Weather: Snow Possible Nov. 13-14, Highs in 40s

La Porte, IN – Residents across northwest Indiana could see their first taste of slushy winter weather this week as lake-effect rain showers begin mixing with or changing to snow overnight, with up to 1 inch possible in parts of La Porte County through Saturday, Nov.

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Indiana Basketball Signs 4-Star Guard Chase Branham

Indiana landed four-star guard Chase Branham, who signed his letter of intent to play for coach Darian DeVries. A highly ranked prospect, Branham brings proven scoring and 3-point shooting after a standout high school career in Missouri and a senior-season move to La Lumiere in Indiana. Ranked No. 25 by...

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Porter County Portage Compost Site to Reopen

The Recycling and Waste Reduction District of Porter County announces the Portage Compost Site will be reopening for Porter County residents only at 8am on Thursday, November 12, 2026. The district said it is checking ID’s and documenting the names and addresses from those who drop-off materials at all of its compost sites.

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