Dyer man struck, killed while crossing U.S. 30 near mall

HOBART | A 32-year-old Dyer man died early Friday after being struck by a vehicle while crossing U.S. 30, officials said.

Hobart man dies in crash after police pursuit, cops say

HOBART | An 18-year-old man fleeing from police early Sunday died in a single-vehicle crash, the Lake County Sheriff's Department said.

Quarter Auction on Sunday to benefit youth program

HOBART | Hobart police are hosting a Quarter Auction by the Quarter Queens at 5 p.m. Sunday at American Legion Post 54, 208 S. Linda St.

Police hold April 21 fundraiser for after-school CAP in Hobart

HOBART | Hobart police are hosting a Quarter Auction by the Quarter Queens at 5 p.m. on April 21 at American Legion Post 54, 208 S. Linda St. Doors open at 4.

Hobart police take kids to court (to shoot hoops)

HOBART | Harrison Smith, 13, took a break while shooting hoops with friends at the gym inside the Police, Court and Community Center.

Museum hosts visitors from Hobart to Hawaii

The Hobart Historical Society Museum, open 10 a.m. to noon every Saturday, had visitors last year throughout Indiana as well as Oregon, Pennsylvania, Colorado, Washington, Illinois, California and Hawaii.

Maria Reiner Center hosts first bean bag tourney Saturday

HOBART | The Maria Reiner Center, 705 E. 4th St., hosts a bean bag tournament from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday.

California men arrested after police find $315K in vehicle

DEMOTTE | Two California men were arrested Thursday on Interstate 65 after officers found more than $300,000 in their vehicle, police said.

Coroner's daughter charged in burglary at mother's house

CROWN POINT | The daughter of Lake County Coroner Merrilee Frey was arrested Monday and accused of breaking into her mother's home, sheriff's police said.

Don't pack away that holiday spirit with the decorations

As we pack away the Christmas tree and all the trimmings, the room looks bare. Let's hope the holiday spirit stays alive in our hearts for the whole year. A few of my New Year’s resolutions are still with me - to try to do some good in this crazy world, and to call at least one old friend ea…

TV crime series rolls into region to help solve cold cases

HOBART | Gary police Detective Jeff Hornyak wants nothing more than to close the books on three of his unsolved murder cases.

Hearing on T & K Towing's dismissal from police service to continue next week

HOBART | The evidentiary hearing for T & K Towing has been continued to 9 a.m. Wednesday at City Hall, 414 Main St.

Hobart K-9 Unit holds “Woof Stock” Fundraiser Sunday

HOBART | HOBART – Police K-9’s are the unsung heroes of law enforcement, protecting their partners, searching for lost children and Alzheimer patients, finding drugs and bombs and tracking crime suspects.

Make a donation to veterans for Poppy Days in Hobart

For more than 70 years, the American Legion Auxiliary has sponsored Poppy Days to remind us that millions have sacrificed their lives and health to keep our nation strong and free.

Look for Ron in downtown Hobart on Mother's Day

Sunday is Mother's Day, and Ron Jackson will, for the 12th consecutive year, be standing on a red carpet in front of Bright Spot Restaurant on Main Street in Hobart.

Prosecutors: Hobart cop's conduct not criminal

CROWN POINT | A Hobart police officer's conduct at his off-duty job did not cross the line into anything criminal, Lake County Prosecutor Bernard Carter announced Wednesday.

Families welcome to Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA

Healthy Kid‘s Day will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday at the Hobart Family YMCA, 601 W. 40th Place, Hobart. Admission is free, and it's a great chance for families to learn about community resources.

Hobart police compete against Hobart educators in March 15 fundraiser

HOBART | Members of the Hobart Police Department will compete against members of the School City of Hobart in a basketball game at 7 p.m. March 15 at Hobart Middle School, 32 E. Seventh St.

Hearts of Hope to twinkle at lighting this afternoon

A crimson light twinkles and another life is saved. A tree lighting ceremony will be held for the Hearts of Hope program at 4 p.m. today at St. Mary Medical Center's west patient lobby, 1500 S. Lake Park Ave., Hobart.