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Here is your Saturday forecast
Today-Partly sunny, with a high near 55. Tonight-Partly cloudy, with a low around 39. Sunday-A 20 percent chance of showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 51. Sunday Night-Mostly cloudy, with a low around 30. Monday-Mostly sunny, with a high near 43.
Juvenile arrested for conspiracy to commit rape and other felony offenses
Press Release, La Porte County Sheriff's Office: The La Porte County Sheriff’s Office announces the arrest of a 16-year-old juvenile following a several month-long criminal investigation. On December 19, 2025, Detective Alex Pishkur – a member of the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force, received an investigative assignment through the ICAC Data System. He began reviewing the information and
State Road 2 to close west of Lowell
In Lake County, State Road 2 will close between U.S. 41 and Parrish Ave on or after Monday, March 23 for permitted work in the area. State Road 2 will be closed through mid-April for water main installation. INDOT says motorists should seek alternate routes. The official detour will follow U.S. 41, State Road 10 and I-65.
Portage Police Department warning of phone scam
The Portage Police Department on Friday stated that a resident reported that they received a phone call from someone claiming to be a Portage Police Officer who was working with Homeland Security. PPD said the caller even used the name of an actual PPD officer and told the victim there was a warrant for their arrest and demanded the victim
Hoosier Star GRAND FINALE Auditions
2026 marks 21 years of Hoosier Star! Get ready for the ultimate grand finale showdown of vocal talent on September 12, 2026! On April 25, The LCSO will hold auditions for the Grand Finale Hoosier Star See more details below- 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Presbyterian Church of La Porte Apply At: https://lcso.net/concert-tickets/special-events/hoosier-star-event/#application

