Copyright 2021 WNDU. Thats what police are saying in the case against James Mullins. (WNDU) - A fatal head-on crash left one man dead and another injured in LaPorte County. The LaPorte County Coroner has identified the victim from today's deadly collision between a freight train and car in LaPorte. Johnsons presentation is open to the public and will occur virtually over Zoom. SNELL and FERNANDEZ were uninjured. Posted Friday, March 3rd, 2023 9:54am by The passenger vehicle collided with the trailer being pulled by SNELLS tractor. Deputies Scott Lanoue and Jake Pisowicz arrived at the scene at 12:02 PM and determined one of the involved drivers was deceased. Waste Management is a former longtime trash disposal provider in the city. This is unacceptable. 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. LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. The vehicle then left the eastbound lanes of U.S. 20 and drove left of center, according to reports. by US 35 between CR 525 West and CR 450 North was closed for a few hours due to the crash. I tried to email you it's not sending! No formal cost estimates have been obtained but a new permanent bathroom facility might take upwards of $300,000 to build. Posted Tuesday, February 28th, 2023 3:27pm Porter/LaPorte County Courts and Social Justice Reporter Bob is a 23-year veteran of The Times. TRAFFIC ACCIDENT AT US 20 and 400 WEST. Posted Tuesday, February 28th, 2023 11:09am We interviewed our tech expert, Jaime Vazquez, to learn more about accessible smart home devices. LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. This is a tool to start the process and get it going and, hopefully, it starts the dialogue and we get things moving forward and put this item behind us, because in 2023 we shouldnt be having this conversation, said Councilman Randy Novak. With a little bit of math, I think we would be number one, he said. After the initial impact, a blue 2015 Peterbilt was traveling west on U.S. 20 in the passing lane when he noticed the crash. 2023-03 | 2023-02 | 2023-01 | 2022-12 | 2022-11 | 2022-10 | 2022-09 | 2022-08 | 2022-07 | 2022-06 | 2022-05 | 2022-04 | 2022-03 | 2022-02 | 2022-01 | 2021-12 | 2021-11 | 2021-10 | 2021-09 | 2021-08 | 2021-07 | 2021-06 | 2021-05 | 2021-04 | 2021-03 | 2021-02 | 2021-01 | 2020-12 | 2020-11 | 2020-10 | 2020-09 | 2020-08 | 2020-07 | 2020-06 | 2020-05 | 2020-04 | 2020-03 | 2020-02 | 2020-01, If you need help accessing the online public file due to a disability, pleasecontact us, Home |EEO |Employment Opportunities |Advertising Information |Make APayment|Contact, The driver of the other vehicle, a 17-year-old Goshen boy, left the scene but was found at the Walmart store on Lincolnway East. According to authorities, the cocaine equivalent to four ounces was valued at more than $10,000. LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. One person killed in crash at US 35 and CR 400 N. FACT identifies pedestrian killed near Saint Mary's. 7-year-old girl killed in crash on US 35 in LaPorte County. 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. That was validated by the state, the Indiana Township Association, everybody. Authorities say more than a dozen bus passengers were injured when a pickup truck crashed into a charter bus in northern Indiana, killing the truck's driver. Johnson will discuss how women leaders can help inspire and teach us to live our best lives. Holcomb calls for 3rd party lab test of Ohio toxic waste. (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. The 44-year-old Mullins is charged with Operating while Intoxicated and Driving with a lifetime ban on his license. by Both children were transported to a nearby hospital. Police say the victim, identified as 22-year-old Chance M. Van Dyne of Omaha, Neb., was driving eastbound on U.S. 20 when his car slid on the icy road and drifted into the path of westbound traffic. Indiana. . (La Porte County, IN) - The National Weather Service has issued a tornado warning for La Porte County. LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. Ad-Venture Media, Inc. All Rights Reserved. MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. Mrozinski has not been physically present for a meeting since leaving for his second home near Orlando in early January. One killed in crash involving semi in LaPorte County, At least 5 sent to hospital in downtown Elkhart house fire. It really truly is terrifying that can happen in our town. Under Indiana law, the level 5 felony charge carries between a oneto six year sentence. publicfilessbn@federatedmedia.com He said the department is also more fully staffed again. This spring semesters BCTA event invites women artists from PNW and the local community to register and showcase their various artworks in a Womens Art Exhibition. He was taken in a patrol vehicle to Northwest Health where a blood sample was drawn and tested. 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 Firefighters were at the scene for close to three hours. 53550 Generations Drive South Bend, IN 46635. (CBS) -- Two people were killed Sunday afternoon in a boating accident in LaPorte County, Indiana. 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. I have many times used Hylands myself and am a fan of their products. Copyright 2021 WNDU. In LaPorte County, statistics from theNational Highway Traffic Safety Administrationshow that traffic crashes remain a primary public safety issue. Cory Thomas was given a more than 12 year prison sentence in U.S. District Court at South Bend. Copyright 2023 WNDU. Updated: 12:25 PM EDT May 30, 2022 LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. The right lane of I-94 was shut down for approximately an hour and a half for the crash investigation. (Kingsbury, IN) - There was a fire this morning at the Kingsbury Industrial Park where firefighters in protective suits worked in 400 degree temperatures. Serving Lawrence and surrounding counties since 1948! 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. Accident Data Center can help you by connecting you with our network of experienced injury lawyers who can provide you with information about your rights and options. "After many calls and messages from residents regarding trash pick-up issues over the last three years, we are very happy to be moving forward with Waste Management," he said. All Rights Reserved. Updated: 12:25 PM EDT May 30, 2022 LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. The boy had minor injuries and was later released. 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. Charles Rootes, Jr., 64, is charged with level 5 felony robbery, which carries anywhere from a one-to-six year sentence. 16 News Now Staff 1/9/2023. During the last meeting, Mrozinski verbally cited a medical condition without going into specifics for him being in Florida for an extended period. Indiana Conversation Officers are investigating after a 14-year-old died in an off-road vehicle crash in northwestern Indiana Sunday night. Yes, well if peter had done a better job of providing, perhaps patti would not have been working so hard and not been at that place that morning. Lucas isbeing held in the La Porte County Jail without bond on the previous warrants. (WNDU) - One person is dead after a crash in LaPorte County. Councilman Earl Cunningham said adding more Hispanics, for example, could help in situations when a translator is needed to communicate with a Hispanic constituent. One person was killed Thursday afternoon in a multiple-vehicle accident that shut down eastbound I-94 near Michigan City, Indiana police said. The initial crash investigation completed by Deputy Lanoue and assisting deputies determined the following had occurred. Minich said there will also be no changes to the pick-up schedule but there could be a slight variation at the beginning as Waste Management makes the transition. . The front seat passenger, a 45-year-old Chicago man, was taken to the hospital for critical injuries. LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. A plastic bag containing one gram of methamphetamine was allegedly recovered from his vehicle. 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. Shoffner said the department now has 14 recently hired volunteer firefighters. One person killed in crash at US 35 and CR 400 N. FACT identifies pedestrian killed near Saint Mary's. He could be arraigned on the robbery allegations as soon as tomorrow before La Porte Circuit Court Judge Tom Alevizos. by We see the need for it so I did take and get it out there and get is started, he said. The La Porte County Council Monday night unanimously adopted a resolution to actively seek more minority job applicants. (WNDU) - One person is dead after a crash in LaPorte County. In the meantime, he said residents should continue using their existing containers. (WNDU) - Police in LaPorte County are investigating after a man was killed in a crash Tuesday. Nobody was injured but Kehoe is not taking the situation lightly. It happened just before 7 a.m. CDT Tuesday morning. Youre carrying more than your share, he said. LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. 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. LAPORTE CO.- Thursday morning a pedestrian was struck and killed when they were hit by a semi on I-94 in Laporte County. Stan Maddux. Under the policy, the president of the La Porte County Commissioners can grant a waiver to allow a commissioner in violation of the policy to vote if theres valid reason given for a physical absence. He was prohibited from voting while attending the previous meeting two weeks ago on ZOOM under a new policy requiring a commissioner be physically present. Blount died overnight as a result of injuries sustained in the crash. PLEASE AVOID THE AREA AS THERE IS LANE BLOCKAGE. by Stan Maddux. He could face an up to one-year jail sentence. Shoffner said other irregularities included no receipts in some cases to back up purchases of things like equipment. Posted Thursday, March 2nd, 2023 3:31pm LA PORTE COUNTY, Ind. 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. According to police, it appears he was drinking vodka judging by a bottle without the cap on underneath the drivers seat. Posted Thursday, March 2nd, 2023 12:10pm A white 1999 Ford Crown Victoria, being driven by Chance M. VAN DYNE (22 YOA) of Omaha, Nebraska, was traveling eastbound on US 20. The Federal Bureau of Investigation assisted with the probe, authorities said. LA PORTE COUNTY, Ind. by LA PORTE COUNTY, Ind. (Hammond and Westville, IN) - Purdue University Northwest will recognize Womens History Month during March with several programs focused on empowering women, discussing key womens health issues and recognizing accomplished university and community leaders. by (CBS) -- Two people were killed Sunday afternoon in a boating accident in LaPorte County, Indiana. My next door neighbor who is a teenager came home four minutes, five minutes before the shooting. One person has died following a crash along U.S. 20 Tuesday morning, the La Porte County Sheriffs Office reported. (La Porte County, IN) - One Indiana State trooper scored two sizable drug busts on the interstate in La Porte County last weekend. His brother, Antawon Dear, is charged with level 4 Fmfelony possession of a firearm by a serious violent felon and level 6 felony criminal recklessness. A yellow 1996 Freightliner, being driven by Richard L. SNELL (54 YOA) of Portage, Indiana, was traveling westbound on US 20. Were trying to promote the fairgrounds and make it more user friendly all year long and so a bathroom back there thats all season is pretty necessary, he said. He was near the city limits when at least one of his tires was flattened by stop sticks beside Pine Lake. The officer advised the woman to seek a protective order against the man if she feels she needs one. (La Porte County, IN) - A La Porte area man was arrested early today following a single vehicle crash. This was his fifth felony drug dealing-related conviction. 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. Were not happy. Three days later, Kehoe said the sound of gunshots fired rapidly were still fresh in her memory. This site contains affiliate links. Stan Maddux. 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. Police said Keeling kept fighting, though, forcing the jail officer to strike him four times in the side with his fist. by Two presentations follow on March 8th and March 9th involving history and maternal health. Dealing with doctors, repair shops, car rental companies, police, and insurance companies is overwhelming, especially when someone is seriously injured. 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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. by Thats according to Trevor Laureys, Director in the Division of Soil Conservation for the Indiana State Department of Agriculture. (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. Repeated attempts to reach Mrozinski and Haney for comment, so far, have not been successful. Officers responded to a report of a crash around 9 p.m. in the 9400 block of North 500 East in LaPorte County. Posted Tuesday, February 28th, 2023 3:15pm (WNDU) - One person is dead after a crash in LaPorte County. There were some weird things going on with the books. Posted Friday, March 3rd, 2023 2:47pm Were not being kept in the loop. A yellow 1996 Freightliner was traveling west on U.S. 20 when the driver noticed the Ford sliding. The girl's injuries were critical, and she died at the hospital. Holifield said Duttlinger should not have been let go because he feels blame lies more with previous township trustees and township boards for not providing enough oversight of the department. Its an active investigation, said Mayor Tom Dermody, who paid a visit to the neighborhood Saturday morning. 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. Firefighters climbed inside the duct work and cut holes in the duct work to allow them to access hoses for dousing the hot spots with water. Follow him on Twitter @jzimney. Theyre working to contact the family of the pickup driver, whos name hasnt been released yet. Shoffner also said the department had not filed taxes as a corporate entity for who knows how long.. It happened just before noon near the intersection of U.S. 20 and Wilhelm Road. They could have been out there. He refused to submit to a certified blood alcohol test. The girls identity hasnt been released. (La Porte County, IN) - A dispute between neighbors in La Porte County resulted in a woman being mooned. 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. Thats what we call a trustee ran department. Deputies with the LaPorte County Sheriffs Office were called just before 12:05 a.m. to the area of U.S. 35 and Schultz Road on reports of a single-vehicle crash. . LA PORTE COUNTY, Ind. The dumpster program is part of the strategy the city has undertaken the past few years to clean up the city to keep it looking nice. Dawn and Alfreds children, an 8-year-old boy and a 7-year-old girl were in the backseat. LAPORTE CO.- Thursday morning a pedestrian was struck and killed when they were hit by a semi on I-94 in Laporte County. He allegedly robbed 1st Source Bank in LaCrosse on February 24. The front seat passenger was identified as Alfred Jones, 45, of Chicago. (Fish Lake, IN) - A staffed gutted troubled fire department in La Porte County has been more than restored. (La Porte County, IN) - It wasnt the first bank robbery for a man accused of holding up a bank in LaCrosse last week. The investigation is ongoing, but police do believe alcohol was a factor in the crash. Police said officers spotted his 2004 Chevy Malibu at the rear of the parking lot and took Sanders into custody at gunpoint. If not, he said at least it will be ready for other events at the fairgrounds later in the year. (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. 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. Governor Holcomb has announced that his administration will contract with a 3rd party lab to test the Norfolk Southern train derailment waste. Posted Monday, February 27th, 2023 11:21am. (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. TRAFFIC ACCIDENT AT US 20 and 400 WEST. The collision happened around 10:20 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 25, on State Road 15. LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. Helping Indiana achieve noticeable results for the environment is LaPorte County, which ranks third statewide in the number of acres used for cover crops. LAPORTE, Ind. Seabrooks talk is paired with a screening of Aftershock, a documentary film that follows two Black fathers who seek justice and attention for maternal health for people of color following the deaths of their partners to childbirth complications. That takes a toll on a person and you cant work for long periods of time. 24-year-old Eric Adair was traveling in a Honda Accord heading northwest on US 35 approaching Nicomas Path. MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. About 30 minutes later, officers were called to a disturbance in the 600 block of East11th Streetwhere they found the brothers at a residence with evidence of gunfire along, with a vehicle disabled by gunfire. Read our affiliate disclosure policy here. In comparison, he said the average size of a farm statewide is about 100 acres less. Parkman, who lives near Westville, said drawings for the restroom facility are nearly completed and while the drawings are being considered for final approval, he suggested taking steps now to have the money approved. Last Saturday morning, a trooper stopped a car on I-94. Hamilton said the inside of the duct work in some parts of the structure exceeded 400 degrees. The complex houses the county jail, Sheriffs office and county government offices. (La Porte County, IN) - He wrecked his vehicle apparently while drinking vodka and was nowhere staying between the travel lanes. Ketia Daniel, founder of BHM Cleaning Co., is BestReviews cleaning expert. (La Porte, IN) - Indiana is a leader nationwide in being friendly to Mother Nature through best land management practices. Francis was being held on $600 bond. Dee Kehoe said it appears the gunshots were fired at a house across the street from her residence. Residents with questions may contact the citys Engineering Department at 219-362-2327. Non Emergency Numbers: 219-326-7700 or 219-879-3530 Jail Inquiries 219-362-6548 219-878-9132 Heeg said the man, in his rush to get away, likely didnt know he was at the jail since hes from outside the area and, perhaps, hadhis judgement cloudedby drugs. He could face an up to six-year sentence on the most serious of the two counts. (La Porte County, IN) - An arrest has been made for a La Porte County bank robbery. A child is dead and two adults are in the hospital after a crash early Sunday morning in LaPorte County. It happened just before 7 a.m. CDT Tuesday morning. Police say their children, an 8-year-old boy and a 7-year-old girl, were passengers in the backseat. The LaPorte County Coroner has identified the victim from today's deadly collision between a freight train and car in LaPorte. Over a half inch of rain has fallen in the city of La Porte today. Cunningham said most minority employees seem to work behind the scenes in places like the county jail, community corrections and juvenile services center. The pedestrian was dressed in dark clothing. She said he then turned around and dropped his pants then bent over with his buttocks exposed, according to police. Stan Maddux. Viewers with disabilities can get assistance accessing this stations FCC Public Inspection File by contacting the station with the information listed below. March 14, 2021 / 7:54 PM / CBS Chicago. Kehoe said the home surveillance video posted on social media had generated more than 9,000 views by late Monday morning. Laureys also revealed 12.5 percent of the conservation practices in the 10 counties beside the Kankakee River are out of LaPorte County. Honkala co-founded the Poor Peoples Economic Human Rights Campaign / Poor Peoples Army. Though we anticipate a fairly smooth transition, pick-up times may fluctuate a bit from the norm while drivers adjust to their new routes. He was on Perry Streetwhen crashed into the Norfolk Southern tracks where the street comes to a dead end, police said. Toxicology test results are pending. MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. PNWs month-long recognition kicks off on March 7 with the 2023Northwest Indiana Women on the Rise receptionpresented by the Society of Innovators and the Leadership Institute at PNW. The driver, 24-year-old Daniel New from Colorado, allegedly had a pound of marijuana on his front seat. by by That charged was downgraded from child molesting under terms of a plea agreement. (La Porte, IN) - A convicted child sex offender from La Porte is behind bars facing similar but more serious allegations. 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. The driver, a 42-year-old woman, of Walkerton, was taken to a hospital with serious injuries, according to the post. Beginning Wednesday, Waste Management will take over as the city's contracted trash vendor. The investigation shows that a white 1999 Ford Crown Victoria, driven by 22-year-old Chance M. Van Dyne of Omaha, Nebraska, was traveling east on U.S. 20 when the vehicle began to slide on the snow-covered road. She has the right to appoint the chief, get rid of the chief and really do whatever, he said. Construction could begin right awayonce the state gives the green light to the drawings iffunding for the work is already in place. Acomputer records check revealed hes designated as a habitual traffic violator with a lifetime suspension of his drivers license. 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. 574-258-5483. More events hosted by PNW celebrating Womens History Month include: For more details and to register to attend these educational and cultural events at PNW celebrating Womens History Month, visitpnw.edu/womens-history. Too much nitrogen and phosphorus from nutrient rich sources like fertilizer applied to the soil can result in lakes becoming too polluted from storm run-off and developing algae blooms, which can be harmful to exposed humans and animals. There was no structure damage at Precoat Metals where steel coils are taken to be cleansed and painted before use in making products. The dumpster will be taken back in if the weather becomes more seasonable again then placed back out when more spring-like conditions return. Since there is no cost to speak with a lawyer, it is a good idea to learn more aboutyour potential claim. Officers responded to a report of a crash around 9 p.m. in the 9400 block of North 500 East in LaPorte County. LAPORTE, Ind. Yesterday afternoon around 3:25 pm, police were called to the area of US 35 and Nicomas Path in refence to a crash. 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. LA PORTE COUNTY, Ind. Taylordisregarded several stop signs along the way before heading westbound on Indiana 2 where he began weaving in and out of traffic at close to 100 miles per hour. The man also said he was returning the womans storm water with the pump. March 14, 2021 / 7:54 PM / CBS Chicago. All content Copyright 2023 WBND. Posted Thursday, March 2nd, 2023 10:24am 7.4 percent of La Porte Countys population is Hispanic. Learn more here about the value of ano-cost legal claim evaluation. They eventually found the vehicle in the 3000 north block of U.S. 35. The driver of the Volvo is cooperating with this investigation. LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. 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." Posted Wednesday, March 1st, 2023 9:36am LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. Stan Maddux. Jones was transported by air to a regional area hospital for treatment of his critical injuries. So far, police have not revealed what led investigators to Rootes as the suspect. It is not clear why the vehicle left the roadway, but police say alcohol is believed to be a factor in the crash. Stan Maddux. He fled down several streets at high speeds before veeringsouthbound in the northbound lanes of U.S. 35 and onto Crescent Streetand18th Streetwhere he accelerated to more than 80 miles per hour, police said.