NORTHWEST INDIANA – Franciscan Health is hosting three Mobile Markets across Northwest Indiana to provide families experiencing food insecurity with the groceries needed to prepare a full Thanksgiving meal. One frozen turkey and side items will be distributed per family on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Attendees must present valid proof of Indiana The post Franciscan providing Thanksgiving meal prep boxes for families facing food insecurity appeared first on 95.1 FM/AM

The La Porte Police Department recently welcomed their newest officer, Specialist Richard Ayala. Richard joins the La Porte City Police Department bringing with him 11 years of law enforcement experience, according to the department. (Photo credit: La Porte County Police Department / Facebook) The post La Porte Police Department welcomes new officer appeared first on 95.1 FM/AM 1420 WIMS Radio.

The La Porte County Sheriff's Office announced the arrests of three juveniles – ages 14, 16, and 17, in connection with an early morning burglary on Nov. 4. At around 3:45 a.m., the La Crosse Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to the ‘Tiger Den’ located at 11 North Michigan Street in reference to a fire The post Historic ‘Tiger Den’ burglarized in La Crosse, three juveniles arrested appeared first on 95.1 FM/AM 1420 WIMS Radio.

Michigan City Area Schools Superintendent Dr. Wendel McCollum released the following statement Wednesday, regarding the unofficial results of the 2026 MCAS Operating Referendum: "Following yesterday’s election, unofficial results indicate that the Michigan City Area Schools Operating Referendum fell short. "We have received reports of issues at several polling locations, including ballot concerns. Given the close The post Statement from MCAS Superintendent Regarding Referendum appeared first o

Today A 40 percent chance of showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 63.   Tonight A 40 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 48.   Friday A 40 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 59.   Friday Night A slight chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with The post Here is your Thursday forecast appeared first on 95.1 FM/AM 1420 WIMS Radio.

Weisheit is sentenced to die Thursday in Michigan City for the murder of 8-year-old Alyssa Lynch and her 5-year-old brother, Caleb in a 2010 house fire.

Faith leaders are calling for an end to the death penalty, ahead of a planned execution Thursday morning.

The Prairie Duneland Trail has reopened to pedestrian and bicycle traffic following cleanup work to remove trees and debris left by the Aug. 11 derecho, according to the Town of Chesterton's Facebook page. Contracted brush hauler RPF Emergency Services LLC completed work along the trail after beginning the cleanup Sept. 29. The company covered all The post Prairie Duneland Trail now open for pedestrian and bicycle traffic appeared first on 95.1 FM/AM 1420 WIMS Radio.

There will be four free CPR classes in La Porte and Michigan City this November, with morning and afternoon options, the La Porte County Health Department recently. Sign up and learn more at https://heartsafelpc.com/events/ (Screenshot: La Porte County Health Department / Facebook) The post Upcoming free CPR classes in La Porte and Michigan City appeared first on 95.1 FM/AM 1420 WIMS Radio.

Join the Michigan City Parks & Recreation Department and WIMS for the NWI Thrive Michigan City Public Open House and get a look at plans in progress for the Pine Street Trail Spur, Discovery Hub, and 11th Street Station. This is your chance to see what's being considered, ask questions, share ideas, and help shape The post NWI Thrive Michigan City Public Open House taking place tomorrow appeared first on 95.1 FM/AM 1420 WIMS Radio.