Lake Station court closing helps clerks balance books

LAKE STATION | The City Court office is back to business as usual after a one-day closure to the public last Thursday, City Judge Chris Anderson said.

Portage council reviews police clerk changes

PORTAGE | The City Council on Tuesday held a first reading on changes in the Police Department's clerk staffing.

Philpot sentenced to 18 months for public corruption

Former Lake County Coroner and Clerk Thomas Philpot, center, and his legal team leave the Federal Courthouse in Hammond after his sentencing on federal theft and public corruption charges. Philpot received 18 months in prison.

Philpot sentenced to 18 months for public corruption

HAMMOND | Former Lake County coroner and clerk Thomas Philpot and his legal team arrive at the Federal Courthouse for sentencing on federal theft and public corruption charges in Hammond on Thursday, February 21, 2013.

Philpot sentenced to 18 months for public corruption

HAMMOND | Former Lake County coroner and clerk Thomas Philpot and his legal team arrive at the Federal Courthouse for sentencing on federal theft and public corruption charges in Hammond on Thursday, February 21, 2013.

Philpot sentenced to 18 months for public corruption

HAMMOND | Former Lake County coroner and clerk Thomas Philpot and his legal team arrive at the Federal Courthouse for sentencing on federal theft and public corruption charges in Hammond on Thursday, February 21, 2013.

Philpot sentenced to 18 months for public corruption

Former Lake County coroner and clerk Thomas Philpot and his legal team arrive at the Federal Courthouse for sentencing on federal theft and public corruption charges in Hammond on Thursday.

Philpot sentenced to 18 months for public corruption

Former Lake County Coroner and Clerk Thomas Philpot, second from left, and his legal team arrive Thursday at the Federal Courthouse in Hammond for sentencing on theft and public corruption charges.

Lake Station city judge believes he's been under fire

LAKE STATION | Lake Station City Judge Chris Anderson recalls a feeling of disbelief when learning last summer most city officials turned against him.

Former Merrillville Town Court clerk pleads guilty in federal court

Indicted former Merrillville Town Court Clerk Virlissa Crenshaw enters the federal court building in Hammond before a pair of court appearances Wednesday.

Hobart police seeking public's help in armed robbery case

HOBART | Surveillance video captured the images of three men who robbed a game store on Friday night, police said.

Lake clerk and recorder warn of 'other Brown' on the ballot

CROWN POINT | Mike Brown, of Merrillville, one of five Democrats running for Lake County recorder, insists he is the real Mike Brown.

Ex-Hobart police clerk allegedly took $50 fee for gun permit

HOBART | A Lake Station woman stole a gun permit application fee while working as a Hobart Police Department clerk, police said.

Court clerk falls, then shoots basket while encouraging students to push through tough times

CALUMET CITY | Dorothy Brown, who last week was nominated to a fourth term as Cook County court clerk, spoke to pre-teen students Thursday to inspire them to strive for more in life.

Taking their oaths

Winfield Clerk-Treasurer Richard C. Anderson is sworn in by state Rep. Ed Soliday, R-Valparaiso, on Wednesday.

Taking their oaths

Winfield council members Paulette Skinner, Gerald T. Stiener, Donald Samburg and David Anderson are sworn in by state Rep. Ed Soliday, R-Valparaiso, Wednesday.

Beier beats Wilson for clerk

SCHNEIDER | Challenger Jenny Beier, a Republican, won the clerk's office nearly 4-1 over incumbent Democrat Diana Wilson on Tuesday.

At Home: Buyer's market? Yes, but beware

Mint condition: Whether you're buying a house or a car, don't believe everything the salesperson tells you, and remember these hallmarks of a smart buyer: Do your homework. Don't get emotional. Don't be in a hurry.

NWI college grads' choices: Part-time work or back to school

Patty Mathias, a clerk at the Lake County Public Library's Griffith branch, majored in media studies at Purdue University Calumet but has had a tough time finding full-time work after graduating in 2009. She works part time at the library and at a video store.

NWI college grads' choices: Part-time work or back to school

Patty Mathias received her degree in media studies from Purdue University Calumet in December 2009. She ranked second in her 2005 graduating class at Calumet High School. A Hammond resident, she works part time at a video rental store and as a clerk for the Lake County Public Library's Griff…