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Historians from the Indiana Historical Society and Notre Dame University are backing a push to rename East Chicago s Heritage Hall Community Center after Medal of Honor recipient Emilio De La
The East Chicago Council could be reshaped after Tuesday’s primary election, as 27 candidates are vying for 9 seats. Among the candidates’ top concerns are public safety, improved infrastructure, and better recreation opportunities for youth.
Current East Chicago Clerk Richard Medina, who is defending the seat he won by caucus in February 2021, hopes to win his first primary election to the post on May 2 against three challengers, including former at-large Councilwoman Benita White Arnold, former state Sen. Samuel Smith Jr., and Dixie Maciel.