Telisa Reed’s short-lived stint as School City of Hammond’s interim superintendent is over. School district attorney Jewell Harris Jr. confirmed Friday the school board has placed Reed on leave and she’s left the district.

Former Portage Mayor James Snyder waived attorney-client privilege and requested the court to unseal the transcript of his former lawyer Thomas Kirsch.

On Friday, Gary Mayor Eddie Melton presented Dr. Bernice A. King with Gary’s key to the city. Sen. Mark Spencer also read a proclamation from the state of Indiana.

When Ogden Dunes began hardening the shoreline against Lake Michigan’s attacks, Save the Dunes drew a line in the sand.

Faith leaders secured public promises from Valparaiso officials to take steps to solve the affordable housing problem in Valparaiso.

In June, the group will compete in the Skills USA Championships in Atlanta, focusing on carpentry, roofing, masonry, plumbing, electrical and teamwork skills.

Ruth Buzzi’s career is a comical testament that she possessed a versatile talent that kept her busy working for 70 years.

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The Valparaiso City Council will interview four candidates Monday toward appointing a new member to the school board.