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Lake County Government Complex 'Death Star' of buildings

The complex is a massive and intimidating structure of dark steel and maze-like hallways, swirling with juicy gossip — personal and political — for more than 50 years.

Lake County financial management deemed 'a Dumpster fire'

"We re a long ways from home. This is a multiyear issue. This isn t going to be fixed overnight," said Scott Schmal, the council s finance director.

Lake County Council puts additional appropriations on hold

The Lake County Council is putting a hold on any new appropriations until the auditor’s office can complete the documentation showing the county’s exact cash balances. Council President Christine Cid, D-East Chicago, said any new appropriation out of the general fund would have to be deferred when the council meets Tuesday until its March meeting to give the office more time to complete the .

Lake County set to approve higher fees at treasurer's office

"We re not making money but this makes it so we don t lose money. Especially if someone is writing a bad check," said Councilman David Hamm, D-Hammond.

Property tax deadline extended to Nov. 13 due to Veterans Day