IDEM chief: LaPorte Co. violates Clean Air Act for ozone

Waves pummel a pier at Washington Park beach in Michigan City in October. IDEM Commissioner Tom Easterly on Thursday said LaPorte County no longer meets the Clean Air Act standard for ozone due to high levels at the Michigan City air monitor.

Valpo's come a long way in 10 years, mayor says

About 400 residents attended the annual state of the city speech at the Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce annual luncheon meeting Tuesday at Vaparaiso University's Harre Union.

Valpo's come a long way in 10 years, mayor says

Valparaiso City Administrator Bill Oeding delivers the annual state of the city speech Tuesday to about 400 residents who attended the annual Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce luncheon meeting. Oeding delivered the speech on behalf of Mayor Jon Costas, who was ill.

Valpo's come a long way in 10 years, mayor says

About 400 residents attended the annual state of the city speech at the Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce annual luncheon meeting Tuesday.

Valpo's come a long way in 10 years, mayor says

Valparaiso City Administrator Bill Oeding delivers the annual state of the city speech Tuesday. The speech, delivered on behalf of Mayor Jon Costas, who was ill, focused on the city's downtown area that has been revitatlized under his leadership.

Michigan City ready for business, recreation

Waves driven by high winds pummel the historic lighthouse at Washington Park beach in Michigan City in this Oct. 29 file photo.

Lake Station City Court Judge Chris Anderson fields questions

LAKE STATION | Lake Station City Court Judge Chris Anderson answers questions during a city council special session Thursday, January 10, 2013.

Lake Station City Court Judge Chris Anderson fields questions

Lake Station City Court Judge Chris Anderson answers questions during frequently heated session with the City Council.

Lake Station City Court Judge Chris Anderson fields questions

Lake Station City Council President Todd Lara poses questions to City Court Judge Chris Anderson on Thursday.

Lake Station City Court Judge Chris Anderson fields questions

LAKE STATION | Lake Station City Court Judge Chris Anderson is questioned during a city council special session Thursday, January 10, 2013.

Matt Holba, Chesterton basketball

Chesterton's Matt Holba is one of the top sophomores in the state. The 6-foot-6 forward-center leads the Trojans in scoring, rebounding, blocked shots, steals and minutes played.

Coroner ID's body found near Lowell as missing Cal City woman

Investigators said the body of missing Calumet City woman Gena Chiodo was found Sunday in this patch of trees just east of U.S. 41 southwest of downtown Lowell.

Disabled parents face bias, loss of kids

Millions of Americans with disabilities have gained innumerable rights and opportunities in recent years, but advocates say barriers can block one basic human right: To be a parent.

BBKTABCOVER - All-Area Basketball

From left; Chesterton's Matt Holba, Crown Point's Bret Barclay, Valparaiso's John Mosser, Merrillville's B.J. Jenkins, Michigan City's Keenan Simmons and Lake Central's Mike Miklusak.

BBKTABCOVER - All-Area Basketball

From left; Merrillville's B.J. Jenkins, Chesterton's Matt Holba, Lake Central's Mike Miklusak, Crown Point's Bret Barclay, Valparaiso's John Mosser and Michigan City's Keenan Simmons.

BBKTABCOVER - All-Area Basketball

From left; Merrillville's B.J. Jenkins, Chesterton's Matt Holba, Lake Central's Mike Miklusak, Crown Point's Bret Barclay, Valparaiso's John Mosser and Michigan City's Keenan Simmons.

BBKTABCOVER - All-Area Basketball

From left; Matt Holba of Chesterton, Bret Barclay of Crown Point, John Mosser of Valparaiso, B.J. Jenkins of Merrillville, Keenan Simmons of Michigan City and Mike Miklusak of Lake Central.