Today Mostly sunny, with a high near 70.   Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 45.   Friday Sunny, with a high near 71.   Friday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 44.   Saturday Mostly sunny, with a high near 71.

The City of Michigan City is reminding Michigan City and La Porte County residents who experienced damage or losses as a result of the severe storms in August that the deadline to apply for FEMA Individual Assistance is approaching. Homeowners and renters with uninsured or underinsured storm-related damage or other eligible disaster-related needs are encouraged to apply before the deadline.

State-led debris removal operations will conduct a final pass-through of the Town of Burns Harbor, City of La Porte and Town of Porter this week to remove right-of-way debris. Residents should place any remaining vegetative or construction debris from the August severe weather and flooding curbside daily through Friday morning. Normal trash collection will resume after Friday, Oct. 23, 2026.

The Michigan City Police Department recognized Lieutenant Steven Westphal as the recipient of the Michigan City Exchange Club Officer of the Year Award. "A 34-year veteran of MCPD, Lt. Westphal has dedicated his career to serving the Michigan City community with professionalism, integrity, and leadership," MCPD said on their Facebook. "Throughout his career, he has served in nearly every role

The Indiana State Police has shared information about Prescription Drug Take Back Day: On Saturday, October 24, 2026, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is sponsoring its nationwide “Prescription Drug Take Back” initiative. The “Take Back” initiative seeks to prevent prescription drug abuse and theft through proper disposal of prescription drugs. Collection sites will be set up nationwide for expired, unused,