Hammond Local Pulse

Porter County Commissioner Jim Biggs says residents oppose using local taxes to fund a Chicago Bears stadium in neighboring Lake County.

• The...

Hammond Police need your help identifying the suspect who attempted to steal merchandise from Rende's Quick Stop on West University Avenue around 2...

Caprice Edward Cashaw accepted life without parole after pleading guilty to two counts of murder and three counts of attempted murder in the March...

Indiana returned $310 million from Medicaid to the general fund after reforms like dual Medicare enrollment and tighter oversight, with no eligibility...

Wynonna Judd brings her The Hard Truth Tour to Hard Rock Live in Gary on November 21, giving Hammond-area residents an easy local night of country...

• Former councilman Johnny Blount announces District 1 candidacy, stressing experience and accessibility
• Key priorities: strengthening...

Caprice Cashaw of Merrillville received life without parole after pleading guilty to two murders and three attempted murders in the March 2025...

Hammond residents can strengthen connections with police and local leaders at the 2026 National Night Out on August 4. The free, family-friendly event at Wolf Lake Pavilion runs 4:30–8:30 PM and features police vehicles, K-9 demos, and more.

The Hammond Bears Stadium Connector appearing in NICTD’s approved 20-year transit plan marks a concrete step beyond press releases.

NICTD runs the...

A Hammond man was swiftly charged with murder Tuesday after fatally stabbing his roommate the day before. Benito David Lesiak, 46, faces charges in...

Sam DiVittorio announced his bid for a third and final term on the Hammond City Council, seeking to complete ongoing infrastructure and neighborhood...

Hammond residents can join a hands-on wheel throwing class at the Hammond Museum for all experience levels.

• Learn to throw cylinders, cups, bowls...

NICTD’s 20-year plan promises direct transit and development wins for Hammond residents.

• Downtown station: Hammond-funded project wraps in a year,...

The City of Hammond has posted its August 2026 meeting calendar online, giving residents a direct way to track city government sessions and prepare to participate.

Indiana AG Todd Rokita sued Merrillville under the FAIRNESS Act for its January resolution opposing ICE processing centers, labeling it illegal...

A Hammond man was sentenced to 30 years in prison after pleading guilty to burglary resulting in serious bodily injury, admitting he strangled Jéla Cooper and staged the scene to look like she passed out drunk.

Hammond Fire Department inspected the marina fuel dock Monday after a lightning strike and confirmed it safe, while nearby areas faced downed trees, power outages, and probable tornado paths from Monday's storms.

Hammond residents seeking employment can attend a USPS job fair on July 30 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hammond Post Office. Officials will guide applicants through the process for immediate openings, with online applications also accepted.

Indiana State Police seized over 270 pounds of marijuana and THC products plus 36 pounds of cocaine and opioids in recent northwest Indiana...

Hammond plants are actively hiring for stable, hands-on manufacturing roles with competitive pay and benefits.

• Warehouse Operator at A. M. Castle &...