Purdue University Northwest was voted “Best University” for the third consecutive year in The Times of Northwest Indiana’s 2026 “Best of the Region” ballot.

Indiana University Northwest was voted Best Adult Educational Institution in Northwest Indiana and placed second for Best College/University in the 2026 regional awards.

Due to Memorial Day, Munster garbage, recycling, and yard waste collection by Homewood Disposal will run one day later than usual for the week of 5/25/26.

Gov. Mike Braun and Indiana State Police urge Hoosiers to drive sober and safely over the busy Memorial Day weekend as enforcement increases and crashes decline.

The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest hosted the first SPARK Summit, engaging 150 high school students in creativity, innovation and entrepreneurial thinking.

Gov. Mike Braun tours Ivy Tech Valparaiso to highlight Indiana workforce training programs that prepare students for in-demand, well-paying careers statewide.

Gary/Chicago International Airport received a $10 million FAA grant to build a taller, modern control tower, boosting safety, jobs, and regional economic growth.

The Business & Industry Hall of Fame has four new faces and an all-new enterprise after an induction and celebration ceremony on Wednesday. Who was inducted?

Purdue University Northwest awarded seed funding to three entrepreneurs during the 2026 PNW Big Sell pitch competition, supporting regional startup and student innovation.

Gov. Mike Braun highlights a statewide tuition freeze and new diploma pathways, urging Indiana graduates to stay in-state for more affordable college options.