Former E.C. library director sues city claiming firing political

HAMMOND | Former East Chicago Public Library Director Manny Montalvo sued Mayor Anthony Copeland in U.S. District Court on Thursday, claiming he was fired from his position for political reasons.

Students pitch in to clean up Jeorse Park Beach

EAST CHICAGO | Students from East Chicago Central High School gathered last month to tackle a major problem on Jeorse Park Beach - litter.

Clean Up and Beautification Efforts are Kicking Off in East Chicago

EAST CHICAGO | Mayor Copeland’s “Team Up and Clean Up”, kicks off with a city-wide “Adopt a Block” program in collaboration with various church’s, organizations, residents and schools. The first area to jump start this effort will be the Freedom Church located at 4802 Olcott in East Chicago …

Mayor Copeland to deliver State of City Address tomorrow

EAST CHICAGO | Mayor Anthony Copeland and the City of East Chicago will be hosting its Annual State of the City Address. Mayor Anthony Copeland will address the public and discuss achievements in the city in 2012 and reveal plans for 2013. The speech will be accompanied by a brief presentation.

Mayor Copeland makes time for 5th graders

EAST CHICAGO | The East Chicago Human Rights Commission in conjunction with The East Chicago Public Library held a Disabilities Awareness Month event where Mayor Anthony Copeland sat and read to 5th grade Children at the East Chicago Public Library located at 2401 E. Columbus Drive. There wa…

Mayor Copeland Will Read to East Chicago Children and Present a Disability Awareness Proclamation

EAST CHICAGO | Mayor Anthony Copeland will make an official proclamation to proclaim March as Disability Awareness Month in East Chicago, Indiana and to increase children’s awareness, understanding and acceptance of physical and mental disabilities. As part of this awareness Mayor Copeland w…

Mayor Copeland to present East Chicago 2013 March 27 at Lakeshore Luncheon

EAST CHICAGO | Mayor Anthony Copeland will present "East Chicago 2013" as part of the Lakeshore Chamber General Membership Luncheon beginning at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 27 at Ameristar Casino, 777 Ameristar Blvd.

Mayor Copeland and E.C. Dept. of Redevelopment to host HUD Seminar

EAST CHICAGO | Mayor Anthony Copeland and the East Chicago Department of Redevelopment is Hosting a HUD Section 3 Seminar Monday and Tuesday - February 11-12.

East Chicago home financing assistance program

East Chicago touts new homes with financing assistance. Mayor Anthony Copeland signs certificates for participants.

Team Up Clean Up Design Contest Winners

EAST CHICAGO | In an effort to beautify East Chicago, Mayor Anthony Copeland created the “Team Up Clean Up” program. The first part of the program was to host a community design competition. The City of East Chicago received over 55 entries. Mayor Anthony Copeland would like to congratulate …

Washington Square groundbreaking ceremony takes place

EAST CHICAGO | The City of East Chicago’s Mayor Anthony Copeland, The Foundations of East Chicago & The Department of Redevelopment Commissioner’s - Ruby Powell Flowers - President, Maune Morgan, V.. P., Ronald London, Carlyle Edwards, and Terrance Velligan hosted an official groundbreak…

Mayor kicks off “Team Up & Clean Up” in East Chicago

“Team Up & Clean Up East Chicago” is an awareness effort by East Chicago Mayor Anthony, who is urging neighbors, civic organizations, churches, schools and leaders to team up and help each other make East Chicago a cleaner, healthier and more beautiful place to live and grow.

Mayor Anthony Copeland kicks off “Team Up & Clean Up” in East Chicago

EAST CHICAGO | “Team Up & Clean Up” is an awareness effort by Mayor Anthony Copeland for East Chicago. The Mayor is urging our neighbors, civic organizations, churches, schools and leaders to team up and help each other make East Chicago a cleaner, healthier and more beautiful place to l…

E.C. Seniors Cruise the Spirit of Chicago

EAST CHICAGO | On Tuesday, August 21, 135 seniors from East Chicago boarded three buses at City Hall at 9am and journeyed to Navy Pier downtown. The bus trip was filled with much conversation and laughter, as eager seniors talked about their past trips and experiences.

East Chicago seeks resumes for consideration

EAST CHICAGO | In a continued effort to move forward, the City of East Chicago is accepting resumes for experienced professional candidates for senior management positions in the following departments:

Independence Day Celebration Tonight

EAST CHICAGO | Mayor Anthony Copeland and the East Chicago Port Authority invite you to an Independence Day Celebration at the East Chicago Marina Boardwalk at 3301 Aldis Street. It will be an evening of fireworks, fun and entertainment for the entire family on Tuesday, July 3, 2012.

E.C. mayor strikes deal for private toll bridge

East Chicago Mayor Anthony Copeland moved swiftly one day after receiving the City Council's go-ahead and has concluded an agreement to have a private toll bridge built to replace the failed Cline Avenue Bridge.

East Chicago officials take to streets to meet constituents

EAST CHICAGO | Some North Harbor residents and businesses got a visit from police and other authorities Wednesday, but it was a friendly visit.

E.C. deal trumps Hammond's bid for 911 center

ST. JOHN | Lake County's public safety officials on Thursday stuck with their commitment to locate an emergency 911 dispatch center in East Chicago.

Mayor Anthony Copeland Issues an Executive Order regarding Emergency Medical Services in East Chicago

EAST CHICAGO | In response to the City's current budget shortfall Mayor Anthony Copeland has issued an Executive Order authorizing the privatization of the City's Emergency Medical Services. While the City of East Chicago's Emergency Medical Services previously have been supported by public …