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 …

April is Month of the Military Child

EAST CHICAGO | Hoosiers will have the opportunity this April to recognize nearly 20,000 military youth who call Indiana home.

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…

East Chicago Waterfront Revitalization Initiative Public Meeting

EAST CHICAGO | The City of East Chicago and SEH of Indiana will host a public meeting to gather public opinion on the proposed Waterfront Revitalization Initiative. This revitalization effort in East Chicago was initiated with the help of a grant from the Regional Development Authority. The …

A Message from the East Chicago Fire Departments to Local Business and Residents

EAST CHICAGO | For the next six (6) weeks through the end of February 2013, the East Chicago Fire Department will conduct testing on fire suppression standpipe and sprinkler systems at businesses and industrial sites in and around the City of East Chicago. As part of the checking process the…

Leadership NWI and South Shore Leadership Youth for Community Engagement

EAST CHICAGO | We are excited to present a unique, new and exciting opportunity for high school juniors and seniors to not only receive a $500 scholarship but a trip to Washing-ton D.C., with a possibility of meeting President Obama! All of this and more will be awarded to three winners chos…

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 …

East Chicago’s 5k Run/Walk Kicks In To Gear

EAST CHICAGO | East Chicago is hosting our 4th Annual 5k Run/Walk this Saturday, November 17th. We are encouraging residents to show support to the runners and walkers that will be trekking through your neighborhoods beginning at 9:00 a.m. The 3.1 mile run/walk should last no longer than 2 hours.

City of host 6th District Community meeting Nov. 14

EAST CHICAGO | Join Councilwoman Gilda Orange, Mayor Anthony Copeland and Police Chief Mark Becker at the North Harbor Community Center (Northwest Corner of Main Street and Broadway) at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 14 for a 6th District Community meeting.

McDonald's reopens with ribbon cutting celebration

EAST CHICAGO | The City of East Chicago is proud to celebrate the re-opening of the a new McDonald's in East Chicago. A ribbon cutting ceremony with invited city officials and the residents was held with on November 1.

Son reflects on father's life as a community leader and compassionate mentor

EAST CHICAGO | Ignacio Segura was a community leader in East Chicago for years. His eldest son Steve Segura shares his eulogy.

Mayor Copeland Pushes for Homeownership in East Chicago

EAST CHICAGO | Mayor Anthony Copeland, The Foundation of East Chicago and the Department of Redevelopment partnered to bring homeownership back to East Chicago. The rain could not stop the enthusiasm at this press conference as city officials and community leaders gathered at Washington Squa…

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 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…

East Chicago Health Fair a Success

EAST CHICAGO | The City of East Chicago held their Annual Bring a Loved One to the Doctor and Men's Health Fair on September 18.

Grants fund Collaborative Effort to Make East Chicago Healthier for 2012 and Beyond

EAST CHICAGO | Beginning this week resident surveyors will be reaching out to the community and gathering information from their fellow East Chicago neighbors. The main goal is to identify the health needs of the people of East Chicago.

East Chicago’s 5k Run/Walk Kicks In To Gear

EAST CHICAGO | East Chicago is hosting our 4th Annual 5k Run/Walk this Saturday, November 17th. We are encouraging residents to show support to the runners and walkers that will be trekking through your neighborhoods beginning at 9:00 a.m. The 3.1 mile run/walk should last no longer than 2 hours.

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:

Cooling shelters open through Saturday

EAST CHICAGO | Heritage Hall Community Center, 4506 Tod Avenue will be open daily from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. (on the following days) effective Tuesday July 3-Saturday July 6 to provide shelter from the extreme hot weather.

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.

City announcing Summer Employment Program

EAST CHICAGO | The City of East Chicago is seeking several positions Lifeguards, Pool Supervisors, Recreational Aides/Instructors, Checkroom Attendants, and Laborers.

Consulate General of Mexico to provide services

HAMMOND | The Consulate General of Mexico will be providing services to the East Chicago and NWI area June 14th - 17th of 2012.

Phenomenal Woman Health Fair, Ice Cream Social tomorrow

EAST CHICAGO | Come out and join Mayor Anthony Copeland and

Ruiz-Montero celebrates new clinic

EAST CHICAGO | Dr. Jaime Ruiz-Montero and St. Catherine Hospital Care Network held a grand opening for a new clinic on Columbus Drive on May, 4.

Weekend Inspection Program Begins

EAST CHICAGO | Effective May 5, the East Chicago Building Department will be implementing its "Weekend Inspection Program" throughout the City of East Chicago, Indiana. The purpose of this program is to ensure that proper building permits and contractor licenses are obtained prior to beginn…

East Chicago Celebrates Arbor Day

EAST CHICAGO | The Parks & Recreation Department planted a tree today in honor of Arbor Day and dedicated it to all the Senior Citizens of our fine city. The tree was planted at the Roxana Senior Citizen Center located at 900 Shell Street in East Chicago, Indiana.

Arbor Day in East Chicago

EAST CHICAGO |The City of East Chicago will hold a tree planting ceremony at 11 a.m. April 27. At the Senior Citizens Building located at 900 Shell Street, in honor of Arbor Day and the city's ninth year as a Tree City USA.

Visit Shipshewana with the East Chicago Parks & Recreation Department

EAST CHICAGO | The East Chicago Parks and Recreation Department will host their annual trip to Shipshewana, leaving at 8 a.m. and returning at 6 p.m. on June 13 at the Parks and Recreation parking lot.

E.C. Police Chief Becker and Mayor Copeland hit the Streets together

EAST CHICAGO | Chief to Police Mark J. Becker, Mayor Anthony Copeland, Councilwoman Gilda Orange, Officers and EMA officers took to the streets to meet with local business and residents in the North Harbor area on April 25.

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 …

Housing Authority unveils its Strategic Plan for its public housing units

EAST CHICAGO | The East Chicago Housing Authority has embarked on a five year sustainability campaign to strengthen its operation and achieve sustainability. The primary goal for this effort is to transform the agency from a traditional "Public Housing" agency to a real estate owner and deve…

Homebuyers Workshop set for Saturday

EAST CHICAGO | Mayor Anthony Copeland and the East Chicago Department of Redevelopment is sponsoring a Homebuyers Workshop from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. on Saturday, April 7,at the East Chicago Welcome Center, 3634 Main Street, East Chicago, IN (new building on the corner of Main and Broadway).

East Chicago joins Shared Ethics Advisory Commission

EAST CHICAGO | Mayor Anthony Copeland has taken key steps to ensure that the City of East Chicago will join the Shared Ethics Advisory Commission spearheaded by Cal Bellamy. By submitting City Ordinance No. 12-0012 to the East Chicago Common Council, the Mayor has taken an important step to …

East Chicago Partners with the American Red Cross

EAST CHICAGO | On March 21, John Mitchell of The American Red Cross and Mayor Anthony Copeland signed a new memorandum of understanding with the American Red Cross. Since its founding in 1881 by visionary leader Clara Barton, the American Red Cross has been the nation's premier emergency res…

Teens Tour East Chicago City Hall

EAST CHICAGO | On Tuesday, March 20, city hall was visited by 35 bright students from the East Chicago Urban Enterprise Academy led by their social studies teacher Ceretta Morris. The tour began with a greeting from our Parks and Recreation Manager Fran Nowacki.

East Chicago's Kenny Lofton to appear at IHLL fundraiser March 17

EAST CHICAGO | The Indiana Harbor Little League will hold a fundraiser dance with special guest and former MLB star Kenny Lofton from 7-midnight on Saturday, March 17 at the Lexis Hall, 4003 Alder Avenue.

Flooding in East Chicago lead to sewer problems

EAST CHICAGO | Flooding in East Chicago is quite troublesome and prevention can involve a variety of changes to your house and property changes that can vary in complexity and cost. In some floodprone areas, flooding can cause sewage from sanitary sewer lines to back up into houses through d…

Super Samaritan Contest announced

EAST CHICAGO | Neighborhoods Inc. (NI) is excited to announce another community-building project in East Chicago aimed at recognizing excellent neighbors. The Super Samaritan Contest, sponsored by Foundations of East Chicago, encourages residents to nominate fellow East Chicagoans whom they …

Two board positions available

EAST CHICAGO | Mayor Anthony Copeland and The City East Chicago is inviting professionals to apply for the following board positions.

East Chicago Was Without Water, But Not Without Hope.

EAST CHICAGO | On Sunday, December 11, 2011, city crews were notified in the early hours of the morning that a 24 inch water main collapsed near Columbus Drive and Alder Street. Water Department crews went out to assess the problem and realized it was more severe than anticipated. They calle…

Water Boil Order in effect due to water main break

EAST CHICAGO | The City of East Chicago is in a State of Emergency due to a large water main break on Columbus Drive and Alder Street that occurred early Sunday morning. This break has effected the entire city. Water department crews are working with contractors to fix the problem. If you kn…

Boys and Girls Club of NWI Art Exhibit this weekend at Westfield

EAST CHICAGO | Looking for a fun way to spend time this weekend, see fantastic and creative artwork, as well as possibly start some Holiday shopping?

The City of East Chicago Opens The Railroad Avenue Bridge

EAST CHICAGO | Almost a decade has passed since the Railroad Avenue Grade Separation project was authorized by INDOT on August 13, 2002. The project began at the hands of former Mayor Robert A. Pastrick, then began construction during the George Pabey administration to finally reach it's com…

Vince Boryla Returns Home to visit E.C. Sports Hall of Fame

EAST CHICAGO | Vince Boryla will be flying in from Denver, Co. with his wife, Mary Jo, on Friday, Sept. 16 to visit the East Chicago Sports Hall of Fame at 10:30 a.m. He was born and raised in East Chicago and graduated from East Chicago Washington.

Mexican consulate general visits East Chicago

EAST CHICAGO | The city of East Chicago's Mayor Anthony Copeland was honored to have the Mexican Consul General Eduardo Arnal visit his office Aug. 31.

East Chicago to host 3rd Annual 5k Run/Walk July 16

EAST CHICAGO | The City of East Chicago will host its 3rd Annual 5k Run/Walk at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 16 starting at Block Junior High School.

Celebrate Independence Day in E.C. July 3

EAST CHICAGO | Mayor Anthony Copeland and the East Chicago Marina will be hosting an Independence Day Celebration at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 3 on the Boardwalk of the East Chicago Marina.

Mayor Copeland Railroad Avenue Closure Update

EAST CHICAGO | The City of East Chicago has received numerous calls concerning the lack of activity on the Railroad Avenue Overpass.

Important Notice Regarding Water Department Policy and events in East Chicago

EAST CHICAGO | On June 23, the Board of Directors of the East Chicago Water Department has changed its policy regarding the responsibility of water and sewer bills for rental properties.

Deadline for summer jobs June 21

EAST CHICAGO | As our nation's economic challenges spread throughout America job placement and availability has been quite a challenge for youth and adults alike.