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.

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 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…

East Chicago Housing Authority looking to fill Grounds Maintenance position

EAST CHICAGO | The East Chicago Housing Authority is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Grounds Maintenance Worker. This position reports directly to the Maintenance Foreman and is responsible for grounds maintenance duties in common areas and around buildings, including mowin…

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 …

East Chicago to Deck the Halls Dec. 7

EAST CHICAGO | The City of East Chicago will Deck the Halls at City Hall with their Annual Christmas Lighting Ceremony on Friday, December 7, located at 4525 Indianapolis Blvd. in East Chicago from 5-8 p.m. There will be pictures with Santa Clause and treats for the kiddies.

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.

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…

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 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.

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.

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.

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 …

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).

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…

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…

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?

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.

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.

Roxana Marsh meeting set for today

EAST CHICAGO | The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S Fish and Wildlife Service, the Indiana Department of Environmental Management, and the Indiana Department of Natural Resources will host an open house-style meeting June 2 to update the public on the upcoming Great Lakes Legacy Act…

Urban trail blazes into construction in East Chicago

EAST CHICAGO | Obesity in America is a major problem. It is one of the leading causes of cardiovascular disease, certain types of cancer, and type II diabetes.