Biodiverse lands thrive in area

John Henry Drake with The Nature Conservancy led a tour of the Ivanhoe Dune and Swale, showcasing its rich biodiversity.

Shots fired near Planned Parenthood

Robert Byrd with the Northwest Indiana Major Crimes Task Force talks to media regarding shooting near Planned Parenthood in Merrillville.

Political Roundtable - Special Edition

The Times' Robert Blaszkiewicz and Doug Ross discuss the indictment handed down against George Van Til.

Van Til indicted on federal charges

Federal prosecutors indicted Lake Co. Surveyor George Van Til on charges of wire fraud and obstruction of justice. Two other people were indicted in separate cases.

RailCats Opening Day

RailCats General Manager Kevin Spudic talks about the 2013 season.

nwi.com Political Roundtable

The May 16 edition of the Roundtable looks at the aftermath of the Lake County income tax approval, tourism in the region and the rough week the White House had.

nwi.com Political Roundtable

The May 9 edition of the Roundtable discusses the school referendums and the Lake County income tax.

Students talk with astronaut

Students from across Gary had the opportunity to speak with an astronaut aboard the International Space Station.

RailCats Media Day

The Gary RailCats went through a workout and scrimmage in preparation for their season opener on May 14.

Times writer goes knight clubbing

The Times' Kathleen Dorsey donned a shield and helmet to spar with the Shire of Greyhope, a medieval reenactment group.

Blind student-athlete soars in long jump

T.F. South's Jhaliyah Anderson, visually impaired since 3 years old, is finishing her first season of competing with the track team.

nwi.com Political Roundtable

The May 2 edition of the Roundtable discuss the future of the Lake County income tax.

Tax opponents air grievances

Nearly 100 people gathered at the Lake Co. Fairgrounds to discuss Lake County's proposed 1.5 percent tax.

Lake Central flash mob stuns diners in Dyer

Students from Lake Central High School participate in a flash mob Friday for a class project at the Dairy Queen in Dyer.

Flash mob hits restaurant

Lake Central High students performed a flash mob at a restaurant for class project.

nwi.com Political Roundtable

The April 26 edition focuses on Indiana Legislature agreeing on a tax cut, the possibility of a TIF district in Porter County and Congress ending FAA furloughs.

Charges filed in Austgen case

Griffith Police announced Thursday that charges have been filed in the murder of Mary Austgen.

Boston on the mind of local runners

Fleet Feet in Schererville organized a fun run to raise money for the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings.

Monday's news conference: Police, Austgen family seek information

Griffith police and the family of Mary Austgen spoke with the media on Monday, April 22, asking for information regarding her murder.

nwi.com Political Roundtable

This week's edition discusses the U.S. Senate defeating gun control legislation, Gov. Pence's proposed income tax cut and flood control.

Jurors critique judges, lawyers

Former Lake County jurors offered their opinions of attorneys and Lake Superior Court Judge Calvin Hawkins during a unique forum.

Times' pizza taste test

The Times' staff held a taste test of the three most popular Chicago pizza joints.

Robotics team ready for international competition

The School City of Hammond Robotics Team is putting the finishing touches on its robot for an international competition later this month. Additional video provided by School City of Hammond Robotics Team.

nwi.com Political Roundtable

This week's edition discusses the Lake County income tax, gun control and gay marriage.

Moms enjoy Wolverines' road to Final Four

The mothers of Michigan freshmen - Spike Albrecht, Mitch McGary and Glenn Robinson III - revel in the Wolverines' Final Four run and sing the fight song, The Victors. Photos provided by Associated Press and Clint Swan.

nwi.com Political Roundtable

U.S. Rep. Pete Visclosky talks with The Times' Doug Ross in this week's edition of the Political Roundtable.

Ponce family opens White Sox's season

WTTW's Phil Ponce, an East Chicago native and Bishop Noll alum, joined his sons to sing the national anthem before the White Sox's season opener.

Law enforcement train for shooting scenarios

The Munster Police Department served as host for a training program teaching law enforcement how to handle school shooting scenarios.

nwi Preps Baseball Preview

The Times' Jim Peters and Hillary Smith preview the 2013 high school baseball season.

nwi.com Political Roundtable

This week's Poltical Roundtable welcomes Hammond Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr. to discuss the possibility of a Lake County income tax.

Tom Sourlis: Northwest Indiana Business and Industry Hall of Fame

Tom Sourlis is one of the Class of 2013 inductees to the Northwest Indiana Business and Industry Hall of Fame.

Danita Johnson Hughes: Northwest Indiana Business and Industry Hall of Fame

Danita Johnson Hughes is one of the Class of 2013 inductees to the Northwest Indiana Business and Industry Hall of Fame.

Stephen Teibel: Northwest Indiana Business and Industry Hall of Fame

Stephen Teibel is one of the Class of 2013 inductees to the Northwest Indiana Business and Industry Hall of Fame.

U.S. Sen. Richard Lugar keynote speech

Former U.S. Sen. Richard Lugar gave the keynote speech at the 2013 Northwest Indiana Business and Industry Hall of Fame luncheon.

Tom Collins Sr: Northwest Indiana Business and Industry Hall of Fame

Tom Collins Sr. is one of the Class of 2013 inductees to the Northwest Indiana Business and Industry Hall of Fame.

Bowman wins Class 2A title

Bowman Academy captured the Class 2A basketball championship beating Linton-Stockton, 86-73, in Indianapolis.

Parents: Eagles ready for shot at title

Bowman had a strong following of fans and parents that made the trip to Indianapolis for the Class 2A state title game.

Watch Bowman's title win ... in 45 seconds

The Times' Brian Vernellis shot a time lapse video of the Class 2A state championship game in Indianapolis.

nwi.com Political Roundtable

U.S. Rep Todd Rokita is this week's special guest on the Political Roundtable.

nwi Preps Roundtable

Jim Peters and Steve Hanlon analyze Bowman's Class 2A title game and talk with head coach Marvin Rea.

Bowman players impersonate head coach

Bowman players do a variety of impressions and tried their best to capture head coach Marvin Rea.

Bowman players talk state title game

The Times' Steve Hanlon spoke with Bowman players about their preparations for Saturday's Class 2A state championship.

nwi.com Political Roundtable

The Times' Robert Blaszkiewicz and Doug Ross discuss the possibility of a Lake County income tax.

nwi Preps Roundtable

The Times' Jim Peters and Steve Hanlon analyze Saturday's semi-state action featuring Bowman, Andrean and Merrillville.

Valparaiso head coach Bryce Drew

Valparaiso's Bryce Drew talks with the media following his team's win in the Horizon League Championship Game, earning a berth in the NCAA Tournament.