Who needs test tubes? Chemistry students devise a new tool

GARY | A common depiction of a chemistry classroom might include students in lab coats and goggles, surrounded by beakers, balances and Bunsen burners. But in today’s technological learning environment, chemistry is also taking students into labs lined with computers in addition to test tubes.

Blueberries, strawberries linked to lower risk of heart attacks in young women

A recent study published by the American Heart Association found that eating three or more servings of blueberries and strawberries a week might reduce the risk of heart attacks in young and middle-aged women by one-third.

Public hearing planned for revised BP refinery permits

The Indiana Department of Environmental Management is hosting a public hearing Thursday on draft permits for BP Products North America Inc.'s Whiting Refinery.

Flaming Pumpkin Science Show at Museum of Science and Industry for Halloween

Flaming pumpkins, "slime" and other surprises are part of the October Halloween activities at Chicago's Museum of Science and Industry.

Thea Bowman looks to the future

Chemistry teacher Janora Holmes shows Jalen Blackmon how to weigh iron filings last week during a chemistry experiment at Thea Bowman Leadership Academy in Gary. Michael Bakalis, president of American Quality Schools, Thea Bowman's educational management company, said his company hopes to ta…

Thea Bowman looks to the future

Jalen Blackmon watches as his classmate Kendra Sims heats a solution last week during a chemistry experiment at Thea Bowman Leadership Academy in Gary.

Thea Bowman looks to the future

Jalen Blackmon watches as his classmate Kendra Sims heats a solution last week during a chemistry experiment at Thea Bowman Leadership Academy in Gary.

Public hearing Dec. 15 on BP's mercury discharge plan

The Indiana Department of Environmental Management is hosting a Dec. 15 public hearing on the draft proposal it approved for the BP Whiting Refinery to deviate from current rules on how much mercury can be in its wastewater discharge.

Community continues to eye refinery permits

WHITING | Environmentalists, community members and regulators have a message for BP: We'll be watching.

Where Are They Now?: Dennis Frazee

Former Calumet and Wabash College cross country and track star Dennis Frazee takes his interest in science and dentistry from his older brother John.

Where Are They Now?: Bob Conard

Bob Conard has never left teaching or coaching.

Tips for dating online the second time around

Baby boomers are swelling the ranks of online dating sites and John Valentino is a happy veteran.

KATHY LUTHER: Let's try not to P on our lawns this year

Spring has finally gotten a solid grip on the region, and green is busting out all over. With spring comes a pretty long list of yardwork and gardening chores. Along with the thrill of watching spring bulbs bloom, lawn mowers, gardening equipment and lawn spreaders are coming out of the gara…

Consultant: Trash-to-ethanol tech could be high-risk venture

A national garbage processing and waste-to-energy consultant said Lake County made the right move removing taxpayer ownership from a trash-to-ethanol plan predicated on commercially unproven technology.