With the budget for 2026 finalized, the Gary Common Council is turning its attention to its next major decision: a proposed rate increase from the Gary Sanitary District. The district says the higher rates are needed to fund a $300 million, 30-year plan required by the federal government to reduce sewage overflows into the Grand […]
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How Two Gary Teens Are Growing Their Own Food and Changing Their Community
A chill fall breeze drifted through the Brothers’ Keepers garden as community members moved slowly between batches of kale, mint, and herbs, checking what was still thriving in the cool air. Among them were teenage sisters Anna and Juda Mosley, clipping leaves to take home after a long afternoon of work. At 13 and 16, […]
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Where to Get Free Food in Gary and Northwest Indiana as SNAP Benefits Face Cuts
In Gary and Northwest Indiana, the struggle to put healthy food on the table often comes down to cost and access. A weekly mobile market is trying to change that, bringing fresh produce and protein to neighborhoods where nutritious options are often out of reach. As federal programs like SNAP and WIC face uncertainty, local […]
Posted inPolitics & Policy
Braun Calls Lawmakers Back for Session that Could Alter Gary’s Political Future
Gov. Mike Braun on Monday called a special legislative session to consider redrawing Indiana’s congressional map, setting up a potential political fight that could alter the balance of political power in Northwest Indiana and reshape the state’s electoral balance for years to come. The session, scheduled to begin next week, is being called to “protect […]
Posted inHousing, Politics & Policy
Calumet Township Unveils Assistance Partnerships as SNAP and WIC Cuts Loom
On Thursday, Calumet Township Trustee Tai Adkins brought together community leaders for a fall symposium designed to announce expanded eligibility and rental assistance standards, a new charity tracker system, and a partnership with WorkOne, the region’s workforce development agency, and Indiana Career Connect, the state’s job-matching platform. Panels focused on housing, food access, and workforce […]
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Gary Council to Discuss Sewer Hike, Tax Reform at Upcoming Budget Hearing
When the Gary Common Council reconvenes for its budget hearing on Oct. 28, members will confront two of the city’s biggest financial challenges heading into 2026: funding the federally mandated overhaul of its wastewater system and managing the looming fallout from new state tax laws. At the center of debate is an ordinance proposing steep […]
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Trump Talks Directly With Indiana Senate Republicans in Redistricting Bid
This story was originally published by the Indiana Capital Chronicle President Donald Trump spoke with Indiana Senate Republicans on a Friday morning phone call in the latest effort to pressure Hoosier GOP legislators to redistrict the state congressional map early. The call was first reported by The New York Times Friday afternoon. Molly Swigart, communications […]
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Nationwide ‘No Kings’ Protests This Weekend Include Rallies in Gary and Chicago
On Saturday, Oct. 18, residents across Northwest Indiana and Chicago are expected to join a national series of “No Kings” protests. Organizers say the demonstrations are meant to show opposition to what they view as threats to democracy and government overreach. Republican leaders have sharply criticized the movement. House Speaker Mike Johnson called the planned […]
Posted inCommunity Spotlight, Culture, Religion
One of Gary’s Oldest Churches Welcomes Its First Black Woman Pastor
Murmurs filled one of Gary’s oldest churches this week as members attended Bible study, tidied up, and completed their daily tasks. Pastor Nicole Guns walked around the area with a smile as clergy members asked questions and prepared for upcoming services. “I didn’t know much about Gary, Indiana, before coming, outside of Michael Jackson’s house […]
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Mayor Melton Talks ICE Raids, Genesis Center, and Convention Center
Gary Mayor Eddie Melton updated residents on redevelopment projects, city services, and his administration’s stance on recent immigration enforcement actions during a packed community forum Tuesday night at Indiana University Northwest. The event came near the end of Melton’s second full year in office and provided updates on some major city initiatives, including the Genesis […]
