Viewers with disabilities can get assistance accessing this stations FCC Public Inspection File by contacting the station with the information listed below. Residents with questions may contact the citys Engineering Department at 219-362-2327. Kyle Rensberger has replaced Bill Duttlinger as chief of the Lincoln Township Volunteer Fire Department in Fish Lake. (La Porte County, IN) - One Indiana State trooper scored two sizable drug busts on the interstate in La Porte County last weekend. Building Community Through the Arts (BCTA), hosted by the College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences at PNW, is a bi-annual event promoting cultural awareness, civic engagement and preserving community identity. (La Porte County, IN) - A La Porte area man was arrested early today following a single vehicle crash. Jail officers rushed into his cell after Keeling was spotted trying to swallow his jail-issued toothbrush. He could face an up to six-year sentence on the most serious of the two counts. Stan Maddux. In LaPorte County, statistics from theNational Highway Traffic Safety Administrationshow that traffic crashes remain a primary public safety issue. Man arrested after police chase, trying to enter LaPorte County Jail building. by Honkala co-founded the Poor Peoples Economic Human Rights Campaign / Poor Peoples Army. Normally, two dumpsters are placed beginning in the spring outside the water department at 1119 Lake Streetand at the street department at 1206 2nd Street Theyre available for public use at no cost to dispose of unwanted items such as couches and mattresses. La Porte County Hazardous Materials Coordinator Jeff Hamilton, whos also firefighter, said a flash fire in the paint room sent flames from an oven heated to about 700 degrees into the metal ventilation ducts at the plant. We see the need for it so I did take and get it out there and get is started, he said. by Indiana Conversation Officers are investigating after a 14-year-old died in an off-road vehicle crash in northwestern Indiana Sunday night. Police said Keeling kept fighting, though, forcing the jail officer to strike him four times in the side with his fist. Shoffner said other irregularities included no receipts in some cases to back up purchases of things like equipment. by All rights reserved. The driver, 24-year-old Daniel New from Colorado, allegedly had a pound of marijuana on his front seat. The pedestrian was dressed in dark clothing. (WNDU) - A 7-year-old girl is dead and three others were hurt after a vehicle struck multiple trees in LaPorte County early Sunday morning. After the initial impact, a blue 2015 Peterbilt was traveling west on U.S. 20 in the passing lane when he noticed the crash. It happened just before 7 a.m. CDT Tuesday morning. Parkman will go before the La Porte County Council to seek approval for the funding. The driver, 24-year-old Daniel New from Colorado, allegedly had a pound of marijuana on his front seat. Stan Maddux. WebJudith Tudor, 65, dies in 2-vehicle crash on US 421 in LaPorte County, Indiana Accident Date: Thu, 02/11/2016 Chicago, IL Vincent Fischer, 43, Logan Fischer, 40, Duncan Fischer, 10, Cheyenne Fischer, 17, Patrick Michaels, 44, injured after crash involving two vehicles injures five on U.S. 421 in Westville, IN Accident Date: Tue, 06/09/2015 PLEASE AVOID THE AREA AS THERE IS LANE BLOCKAGE. They eventually found the vehicle in the 3000 north block of U.S. 35. Most people would be shocked to realize as we went through the correspondence on the numbers that were as close as we are. 53550 Generations Drive South Bend, IN 46635. Daniel Keeling, 32, is charged in La Porte Circuit Court with Escape and Battery. Slightly more than 20,000 pounds of the nitrogen and phosphorus kept out of waterways statewide came from LaPorte County, which drains into Lake Michigan and the Kankakee River, he said. LAPORTE CO.- Thursday morning a pedestrian was struck and killed when they were hit by a semi on I-94 in Laporte County. LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. by While specific details havent been released, the sheriffs office said alcohol is believed to be a factor in the crash. The caller said they saw a white Dodge Challenger, driving erratically. Indiana Conversation Officers are investigating after a 14-year-old died in an off-road vehicle crash in northwestern Indiana Sunday night. 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A plastic bag containing one gram of methamphetamine was allegedly recovered from his vehicle. (WNDU) - A 7-year-old girl is dead and three others were hurt after a vehicle struck multiple trees in LaPorte County early Sunday morning. The Hobart man had an alleged blood alcohol level of more than three times the legal limit. Updated: 12:25 PM EDT May 30, 2022 LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. Posted Thursday, March 2nd, 2023 3:15pm LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. The vehicle continued and struck a second tree before coming to rest in a wooded area. Thehonoreesare recognized women community members shaping local business, guiding communities and encouraging growth in our region. The driver, a 42-year-old woman, of Walkerton, was taken to a hospital with serious injuries, according to the post. It happened just before 7 a.m. CDT Tuesday morning. Holcomb calls for 3rd party lab test of Ohio toxic waste. Indiana Conversation Officers are investigating after a 14-year-old died in an off-road vehicle crash in northwestern Indiana Sunday night. Posted Wednesday, March 1st, 2023 3:52pm LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. 7-year-old girl killed in crash on US 35 in LaPorte County. She is also the recipient of the state of Indiana Governors Distinguished Hoosier Award and an inductee into the Northwest Indiana Business & Industry Hall of Fame. LAPORTE, Ind. Van Dyne was pronounced dead at the scene. Yesterday afternoon around 3:25 pm, police were called to the area of US 35 and Nicomas Path in refence to a crash. The Slicers defeated the Wolves during the regular season by three points. (La Porte, IN) - Indiana is a leader nationwide in being friendly to Mother Nature through best land management practices. (La Porte, IN) - The sectional semi-finals in boys high school basketball tonight in La Porte have been rescheduled due to wintry weather in the forecast. During questioning, Curtis denied the allegations then told investigators lock me up and throw away the key. When asked why he would say such things if hes innocent, police said Adams responded it was better that way.. Police were called to the 200 block of North Calumet Avenue for reports of shots fired Thursday. (South Bend, IN) - A Michigan City man is back to prison on major federal drug-related counts. Copyright 2021 WNDU. by The LaPorte County Coroner has identified the victim from today's deadly collision between a freight train and car in LaPorte. For an unknown reason, the Honda crossed the center line and started traveling in the southbound lane. A 7-year-old girl is dead and three people are injured after a single-car crash early Sunday morning in La Porte County, Indiana, according to the sheriffs office. Laureys also revealed LaPorte Countys share of the sediment kept out of Indianas lakes and streams came to about 5,000 tons. LA PORTE COUNTY, Ind. Duttlinger took over for the Dave Kaufman, the now late former longtime fire chief in charge of the department when the corporate status was revoked. At one point, he nearly caused several head-on collisions while traveling in the opposite lanes of U.S. 20 at more than 100 miles per hour near Michigan City. Following the initial impact, a blue 2015 Peterbilt, being driven by Jose L. FERNANDEZ (34 YOA) of Bartlett, Illinois, was also traveling westbound on US 20 in passing lane. Police say the driver, a 42-year-old Walkerton woman, was taken to the hospital for serious injuries. (WNDU) - One man is dead after a shooting in LaPorte County. With a little bit of math, I think we would be number one, he said. There were still hotspots inside the duct work, though. FERNANDEZ was unable to avoid a crash and struck the drivers side of the passenger vehicle. In comparison, he said the average size of a farm statewide is about 100 acres less. LA PORTE COUNTY, Ind. LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. 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At this point, many injured people choose to hire a personal injury attorney whose job it is to handle the details and paperwork so that you can focus on recovery. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. His Jeep had a flat tire with a piece of wood lodged in the rim and the rear bumper was torn away from the frame on the drivers side. The passenger, a 45-year-old man, of Chicago, was taken to a hospital with critical injuries. Christopher Rodriquez, 31, is charged in La Porte Circuit Court with multiple counts including Resisting Law Enforcement and Possession of Methamphetamine. Indiana. It happened just before noon near the intersection of U.S. 20 and Wilhelm Road. Parkman said having the new restroom constructed and ready to use before the fair is no guarantee even if everything goes right in the process. Cunningham said most minority employees seem to work behind the scenes in places like the county jail, community corrections and juvenile services center. Officers were called about a reckless driver. Officers responded to a report of a crash around 9 p.m. in the 9400 block of North 500 East in LaPorte County. She also requested the final drawings include a few more stalls in the womens side of the restroom structure to reduce waiting times. (WNDU) - A 7-year-old girl is dead and three others were hurt after a vehicle struck multiple trees in LaPorte County early Sunday morning. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Rootes on February 24th took more than $6,000 from 1st National Bank and was arrested Wednesday at Dunes Inn near U.S. 421 and Interstate 94 whileon parole for previous bank robberies at the time. One person killed in crash at US 35 and CR 400 N. FACT identifies pedestrian killed near Saint Mary's. He was trying to open a door on the building when grabbed by a police officer with help from a K-9dog. Rootes has a criminal history mostlyfor burglary, theft and robberydating back to 1979. Follow him on Twitter @jzimney. Copyright 2023 WNDU. LA PORTE COUNTY, Ind. The woman alleged he began making a humping gesture toward her with his arms and hips. Sheriffs officials say the crash happened on 460th St in Guthrie Township. At 11:57 a.m., deputies were called to the area of U.S. 20 and Wilhelm Road for reports of a head-on crash. The brothers arebeing held in the La Porte County Jail on $50,000 and $20,000 bond respectively. Posted Friday, March 3rd, 2023 9:54am So far, police have not revealed what led investigators to Rootes as the suspect. All content Copyright 2023 WBND. He said it is not his fault that she watches him while he is on his property and should look away if she doesnt want to see what he is doing." WebA recent Times computer-assisted probe of fatal roadway accident data revealed 61 people died in motorcycle-related crashes in Lake, Porter and LaPorte counties over five years. Theyre just not in places that are highly visibly and we need to improve that considerably, he said. Construction could begin right awayonce the state gives the green light to the drawings iffunding for the work is already in place. Just before 1 a.m., a La Porte County Police officer clocked an SUV at 76 miles per hour on U.S. 35 near Kingsbury. Acomputer records check revealed hes designated as a habitual traffic violator with a lifetime suspension of his drivers license. Thecase was investigated by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration with the assistance of the LaPorte County Drug Task Force and the LaPorte County Sheriffs Office. Laureys said the amount of cover crops like winter wheat planted during the off season can also reflect the amount of participation in other best land management practices such as no-till or reduced-till farming. Thats according to Trevor Laureys, Director in the Division of Soil Conservation for the Indiana State Department of Agriculture. PLEASE AVOID THE AREA AS THERE IS LANE BLOCKAGE. LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. The game between La Porte and Michigan City is expected to be a barn burner not just because of the longstanding rivalry but the level of talent on each team. Updated: 12:25 PM EDT May 30, 2022 LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. (La Porte County, IN) - Commissioner Rich Mrozinski still in Florida was allowed to vote while attending Wednesdays meeting of the La Porte County Commissioners meeting on ZOOM. After the officer detected an odor of alcohol on his breath, Lucas said he consumed two shots six hours ago. TRAFFIC ACCIDENT AT US 20 and 400 WEST. The LaPorte County Sheriff's Office says the crash happened just after midnight on US 35 near Schultz Road. The warning issued before 11:15 a.m. was due to expire at12 p.m. A severe thunderstorm with the potential for a tornado was located near LaCrosse, according to the National Weather Service. TRAFFIC ACCIDENT AT US 20 and 400 WEST. Cover crops is kind of a good indicator for whats going on with conservation in an area, he said. Published February 26, 2023 8:34AM. LAPORTE, Ind. MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. Honestly, it was just a mess, he said. Haney thanked him and granted him a waiver to vote at the beginning of the meeting. As a result, Laureys said 1.6 million tons of sediment was kept from entering Indianas lakes and streams that year or enough to reach the height of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco if stacked on a football field. (La Porte, IN) - Some La Porte residents were still shaken up today over gunfire in their usually safe neighborhood over the weekend. (WNDU) - A fatal head-on crash left one man dead and another injured in LaPorte County. TRAFFIC ACCIDENT AT US 20 and 400 WEST. Posted Tuesday, February 28th, 2023 1:37pm . LAPORTE CO.- Thursday morning a pedestrian was struck and killed when they were hit by a semi on I-94 in Laporte County. He had to be extricated from his car and airlifted to Memorial Hospital in South Bend. La Porte County Commissioner Connie Gramarossa also suggested pursuing bids for the project as quickly as possible. The jail officers, though, were not successful in their attempt to keep the toothbrush from going down into his throat. Rootes was being held in the La Porte County Jail on $15,000 cash-only bond. The test results showed an alleged blood alcohol level more than three times the legal limit. LA PORTE COUNTY, Ind. Prosecutors arestill in the process of determining charges. They could have been out there. Were scared, she said. Ron Francis, 50, is charged with Class A Misdemeanor Operating while Intoxicated. 31-year-old Nathan Blount was driving a Toyota Camry headed southwest on US 35 when the two cars hit each other head-on. Serving Lawrence and surrounding counties since 1948! The mooning happened on Thursday in the 8600 block of West125 South, according to the La Porte County Sheriffs Office. (WNDU) - One person is dead after a crash in LaPorte County. A crash near the intersection of Ind. 16 News Now Staff 1/9/2023. (WNDU) - A 7-year-old girl is dead and three others were hurt after a vehicle struck multiple trees in LaPorte County early Sunday morning. La Porte County government has been pressured by minorities in recent years to establish a workforce more reflective of the racial make-up here. 2 and CR 600 East left one person dead and stopped traffic for more than an hour Tuesday morning, according to the LaPorte County Sheriffs Office. Press release from LaPorte County Sheriffs Office: Yesterday (12/28) at 11:57 AM, deputies were summoned to US 20 and Wilhelm Road in reference to a head-on crash. Nobody was injured but Kehoe is not taking the situation lightly. LAPORTE CO.- Thursday morning a pedestrian was struck and killed when they were hit by a semi on I-94 in Laporte County. Truck driver killed, 15 people on tour bus injured after collision on U.S. 20 in Rolling Prairie, Indiana, Woman bitten 3 times by copperhead snake at Virginia restaurant. Winds of up to 45 miles per hour are also forecast. Holifield is also early into his first term but served previously on the board about 10-years ago. It would be greatly appreciated, she said. LA PORTE COUNTY, Ind. 7-year-old girl killed, 3 others injured in NW Indiana crash, sheriff says. Indiana. Stan Maddux. Non Emergency Numbers: 219-326-7700 or 219-879-3530 Jail Inquiries 219-362-6548 219-878-9132 Man arrested after police chase, trying to enter LaPorte County Jail building. (La Porte County, IN) - Theres a chance of not having to use portable toilets during the La Porte County Fair this year. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. March 14, 2021 / 7:54 PM / CBS Chicago. Lucas isbeing held in the La Porte County Jail without bond on the previous warrants. Responding troopers soon located a pedestrian that was deceased near mile marker 45.5, eastbound. The passenger vehicle collided with the trailer being pulled by SNELLS tractor. The man also said he was returning the womans storm water with the pump. My neighbor on Mustang Dr. across from my driveway, their teenage daughter was coming home about seven minutes before the occurrence. City Engineer Nick Minich said the switch includes many positive changes, such as the distribution of 96-gallon containers. The officer advised the woman to seek a protective order against the man if she feels she needs one. On February 9th, Taylor was staying with a woman on Farrand Avenue for a few dayswhen he stole her car after taking the keys, court documents further revealed. The event is part of the department of History, Philosophy, Politics and Economics History Matters speaker series. . (Michigan City, IN) - Arrests have been made in a case involving drugs and use of a gun in Michigan City. It happened just before 7 a.m. CDT Tuesday morning. This could have been deadly, she said. LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. Assisting: Captain Dallas Smythe, Deputy Bobby Greer, La Porte County EMS, La Porte County Coroners Office, Springfield and Center Township Volunteer Fire Departments, Indiana Department of Transportation and Quicks Towing. Laureys also revealed 12.5 percent of the conservation practices in the 10 counties beside the Kankakee River are out of LaPorte County. by Posted Thursday, March 2nd, 2023 10:24am Keeling was transported to Northwest Health to be checked out and restrained to a bed in the emergency room. Michael Lucas, 31, stepped out from behind the steering wheel and was ordered to the ground, per the authorities. Officers responded to a report of a crash around 9 p.m. in the 9400 block of North 500 East in LaPorte County. Just prior to the tornado warning, farmer Matt Shafer of LaCrosse said the skies to the west were dark. According to police, officers on Wednesday about 7 a.m responded to a report of an altercation between the men at York and Main streets. (La Porte County, IN) - The National Weather Service has issued a tornado warning for La Porte County. We interviewed our tech expert, Jaime Vazquez, to learn more about accessible smart home devices. (WNDU) - One person is dead after a crash in LaPorte County. LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. A crash near the intersection of Ind. A short time later, a responding officer observed his Jeep veer from one side of the road to the other and pulled him over U.S 421 in Westville. Investigators say a tan 2000 Chevrolet was traveling south on US 35 when it left the southbound lane, traveled off the west side of the roadway and struck a tree. Charles Rootes, Jr., 64, is charged with level 5 felony robbery, which carries anywhere from a one-to-six year sentence. 801 talking about this. FOX 32 Chicago. The drivers of the Freightliner and Peterbilt were not injured. Police said officers spotted his 2004 Chevy Malibu at the rear of the parking lot and took Sanders into custody at gunpoint. If the snow comes back then, of course, were going to take it back and just hold off. Officers with an arrest warrant later took Rootes into custody in his motel room where over $4,000 of the stolen loot was recovered. An off-duty deputy discovered the scene and called it in. He also expressed a need to hire more minorities whose positions are more out in the public so more people notice how the make-up of county government reflects the local demographics.