Three candidates so far are looking to represent the Democratic Party in the May primary as voters look to find an elected replacement for the District 3 seat in the state Senate formerly held by Gary Mayor Eddie Melton. Current Sen. Dave Vinzant, D-Hobart, is looking to retain the spot he won by caucus after Melton took over as mayor Jan. 1. He narrowly edged out new Gary Common Councilman .
The General Assembly has agreed to give the Lake County recorder access to some $500,000 in fees generated by her office whose use sharply is limited by state law.
"Being a law enforcement officer is dangerous enough without having the tools you need to take care of life-threatening injuries before help arrives," said Rep. Mike Andrade.
"As a dog father myself, I am keen on honoring the efforts of Humane Indiana in Munster in helping these furry friends find their forever homes," said state Rep. Mike