A judge rejected a defense lawyer’s bid Thursday to delay the trial for a man charged as an accomplice in a November 2021 Hammond home invasion. Garrett Whittenburg, 42, of Chicago, is scheduled to go on a trial Monday. It is a bench trial before Judge Natalie Bokota — a jury will not be picked. […]
Day: May 9, 2025
Munster names Brandt, Boruff top teachers
The School Town of Munster has named Michele Brandt, a 5th grade teacher at Eads Elementary, and Ben Boruff, a Munster High English teacher, as district-level Teachers of the Year.
Plans to rebuild Bucky’s gas station/store as a Casey’s wins Naperville commission’s OK
A proposed conversion of a Bucky’s gas station and convenience store into a Casey’s has won the endorsement of the Naperville Planning and Zoning Commission.
“Brave and Brilliant” Book Hits #1 on Amazon, Empowering a Global Movement of Courageous Changemakers
Brave and Brilliant: The Secrets to Making an Impact, Leaving a Legacy, and Inspiring Cultural Shift, a new book from the minds behind the speakers from TEDxHuntingtonBeach 2024, has hit #1 Bestseller status on Amazon USA. With its message now resonating internationally in Canada and the UK, Brave and Brilliant is already making waves in communities across the globe.
New Book by Adrienne Hines Titled Bankruptcy Magic on Amazon Flash Sale
Adrienne Hines, a passionate bankruptcy attorney, is set to release her latest book, “Bankruptcy Magic: The Life-Changing Power of Debt Relief with Dignity.” In this book, Adrienne shatters the myths that keep people stuck, revealing the truth about debt, bankruptcy, and the American financial system.
New Book by Nick Fares Titled American-Made Millions on Amazon Flash Sale
Nick Fares, an M&A advisor, entrepreneur, and business strategist specializing in manufacturing business sales and acquisitions, is set to release his latest book, “American-Made Millions: How to Unlock the True Value of Your Manufacturing Business Before Selling.” Whether you’re considering selling in the next year or the next decade, this book provides the blueprint to build value, minimize risk, and secure the best deal possible—all while keeping your business thriving.
Récord de 6 equipos ingleses en la próxima Champions amplía la brecha económica en fútbol europeo
Por GRAHAM DUNBAR Inglaterra tendrá un récord de seis equipos en la Liga de Campeones la próxima temporada, lo que aumentará aún más el poder financiero de la rica Liga Premier sobre el resto de Europa. El Manchester United y Tottenham certificaron el jueves una final totalmente inglesa de la Liga Europa, el segundo torneo […]
Bill Belichick’s girlfriend ‘welcome’ at North Carolina football facilities after report she had been banned
North Carolina says the girlfriend of football coach Bill Belichick is “welcome” at Tar Heels football facilities amid a report that 24-year-old Jordon Hudson had been banned from them.
A 2012 video shows comments from Pope Leo XIV that disappoint LGBTQ activists
Pope Leo XIV, in remarks in 2012 when he was the Augustinian prior general in Chicago, made comments critical of what he called the “homosexual lifestyle” and the role of mass media in promoting acceptance of same-sex relationships that conflicted with Catholic doctrine.
Porter-Starke celebrates 50th anniversary with community stakeholders
Porter-Starke Services celebrated its 50th anniversary in Northwest Indiana Thursday in a full Porter County Expo Center ballroom.