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...
20h ago
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...
23h ago
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...
23h ago
Music News
Katy Perry Revisits The One That Got Away With Extended Video Release
A new version of a familiar story is coming back into focus as Katy Perry revisits one of her most recognizable songs. An announcement confirms that a...
1h ago
Three Decades Strong: Inside the Backstreet Boys' 33-Year Anniversary Celebration
The Backstreet Boys marked a major milestone this week, noting 33 years since the group officially formed. In a message shared with fans, the band ref...
1h ago
Kuss & Disko: Harry Styles Strips Down 'Kiss All the Time' for New Studio Video
On April 20, Harry Styles released Harry Live from Funkhaus without prior announcement. Filmed at the historic recording complex in East Berlin, the v...
1h ago
