Community News
Tornado Confirmed Near Kentland in Newton County
In southern Newton County, the National Weather Service Chicago says it has confirmed an EF-1 tornado touched down just southwest of Kentland Friday night April 17, 2026, shortly before 10:30 pm CT, southwest of the intersection of US 41 and US 24. It traveled 3.2 miles with peak winds of 90 miles an hour and a maximum...
Apr 21, 2026
U. S. Steel Announces Plans to Restart Gary Tin Mill
In Gary, U. S. Steel says it plans to restart the Tin Mill at Gary Works. The announcement said the restart, expected to occur in early 2027, is intended to provide greater access to reliable, American made tin mill products. It is expected to support about 225 jobs at Gary Works, the company's largest manufacturing pl...
Apr 21, 2026
Cline Avenue Ramp Closures
In Lake County, the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) says there will be additional ramp closures along Cline Avenue/State Road 912 near East Chicago, Gary, and Hammond for resurfacing. The ramp closure schedule is weather dependent and subject to change: • The ramp from northbound State Road 912 to Gar...
Apr 21, 2026
Music News
Karol G Sets a Global Stadium Tour for the Next Year
Karol G is taking Tropicoqueta on the road with a major stadium tour that will span North America, South America, and Europe. The tour announcement ou...
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Oscars Meet Avatars: How James Cameron Convinced Billie Eilish to Film in 3D
When the world's most successful 3D director met one of pop's most detail-focused performers, the collaboration was not immediate. Billie Eilish and J...
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Bumpy Road: Police Believe Madonna's Vintage Outfits Fell Off Festival Cart
Madonna's vintage clothing, which went missing after her Coachella performance alongside Sabrina Carpenter, may have simply tumbled off the back of a ...
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