Gary police have identified Tyree Gaines, 24, as a person of interest in the Wednesday night shooting death of Cornelius Olive, 79, in the 3200 block of West 21st Place.
In response to "rumors," Merrillville Police said Friday afternoon town officials, in consultation with the police, have decided to close the town hall building for the day.
A number of Northwest Indiana officials quietly are working to fix a seemingly minor tax issue that will have a huge impact on several Region taxing districts if left unaddressed.