Tyler Bridges hopes to replace Michael Aylesworth in 11th House District October 23, 2026 at 11:39 a.m. Democrat Tyler Bridges is challenging state Rep. Michael Aylesworth for the 11th District seat in the Indiana House.
RDA pushing forward on scenic byway status for U.S. 12 October 21, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. Turning a section of U.S. 12 into a scenic byway is gaining traction, with the RDA issuing a request for qualifications for a technical study.
Ed Soliday faces two challengers for House District 4 seat October 21, 2026 at 1:56 p.m. State Rep. Ed Soliday, a long-serving Republican, is facing two challengers this fall – Democrat Ryan Kominakis and Libertarian Travis Gearhart.
Portage breaks ground on first new school in nearly 50 years October 21, 2026 at 11:15 a.m. The elementary school named for Wallace Aylesworth is gone, but a new middle school on the site will carry the longtime Portage educator’s name.
Utility concerns are top of mind in Senate District 4 contest October 19, 2026 at 2:42 p.m. Porter County Republican Party Chair Nathan Uldricks is hoping to unseat state Sen. Rodney Pol Jr., one of just 10 Democrats in the Indiana Senate.
Indiana Dunes’ Good Fellow Lodge undergoes $13 million restoration October 15, 2026 at 2:09 p.m. The Good Fellow Lodge at Indiana Dunes National Park once served children of U.S. Steel employees. Now, after a $13 million drastic makeover, it’s back in shape.
Solar panels expected to save $1.5 million for Portage Township Schools October 14, 2026 at 1:37 p.m. Portage Township Schools is poised to spend $1 million on solar panels to get nearly $1.5 million in guaranteed energy savings.
Gary Metro Station replacement advances with architect search October 11, 2026 at 12:46 p.m. The Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority is starting the search for an architect to replace the Gary Metro Station.
South Shore Line wants to train kids early with Kit the Fox October 10, 2026 at 4:33 p.m. The South Shore Line is hoping to get youngsters into the habit of riding trains by offering some new promotions.
Portage considering $60.9 million budget for 2027; final budget will be less October 10, 2026 at 3:11 p.m. The Portage City Council is considering a $60.9 million proposed budget for 2027. The final budget will be less.