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Former city council member Chuck Hughes has witnessed the evolution of Gary. Growing up, he learned about Black history at home, found pride at Roosevelt High School, and carried both lessons into public life. https://bit.ly/4fyuQwM
From Gary's Black Bottoms to City Hall | For the Record
The lessons Chuck Hughes learned in the forgotten neighborhood and at Roosevelt High shaped the leader he would become.
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A federal judge dismissed the DOJ's lawsuit demanding Illinois' voter database, keeping the info of about 8 million voters private. In Indiana, Secretary of State Diego Morales handed over registered voter information, including the last four digits of Social Security, to the DOJ.
Judge Denies Trump Administration Access to Illinois Voter Data - Capital B Gary
The dismissal extends a losing streak for the Justice Department, whose push for sensitive voter records has now failed in 19 states.
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A busy month lies ahead for Gary officials with notable items including development projects and the beginning of budget season. This is the August schedule for Gary’s public meetings. https://bit.ly/4w4VQZM
August 2026 Gary Public Meetings - Capital B Gary
Notable items this month are development projects and the beginning of budget season.
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Thousands of Hoosiers on the Healthy Indiana Plan will soon have to prove they meet new work requirements to keep their health insurance. This is what you need to know about what’s changing and who it affects. https://bit.ly/4pPqe98
Healthy Indiana Plan Work Requirements Explained - Capital B Gary
The new rules take effect in January, but many Hoosiers will need to begin preparing this fall.
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Two resolutions approved by the Gary Common Council add Gary’s voice to national debates over expanding healthcare coverage and modernizing one of the country’s largest steel mills. https://bit.ly/4yDUeZr
Gary Common Council Backs Medicare for All, Cleaner Air at Gary Works - Capital B Gary
The symbolic votes adds Gary to a growing list of cities calling for expanded healthcare coverage and signals support for Gary Work’s future.
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For several weeks this summer, the Gary Arts Council created a roller rink for the community, sparking nostalgia for many who remember skating’s significance in the city. https://bit.ly/4w3qFyN
Gary Arts Council Revives Roller Skating Downtown - Capital B Gary
The summer event sparked nostalgia for many who remember skating’s significance in the city.
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With alleys too damaged for trucks to pass, Gary is asking a third of residents to move their trash to the curb. https://bit.ly/4bftwfC
Gary invests $1.4M in homeless shelter
With alleys too damaged for trucks to pass, Gary is asking a third of residents to move their trash to the curb.
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Alex Dunlap, 80, says martial arts was never just about fighting. It was a way to teach generations of young people discipline, confidence, and purpose. https://bit.ly/4fcZAC1
Through Karate and Discipline, He Helped Shape Generations | For the Record
Teaching martial arts allowed him to introduce thousands of students to lessons that extended far beyond the dojo.
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A legal battle over a Black-owned landmark raises questions about eminent domain and the future of Black-owned businesses in the city's revival efforts. https://bit.ly/4vdRpvn
Gary Looks to Acquire Downtown Building Through Eminent Domain - Capital B Gary
The city says the property is needed for redevelopment. Its owners say they're being asked to sacrifice generations of Black history.
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With SNAP eligibility changes taking effect this month, organizations are combating growing concerns about food insecurity by hosting food distributions across Indiana. https://bit.ly/4eYAwhZ
Northwest Indiana Free Food Guide for July 2026 - Capital B Gary
Food pantries, churches and community groups are distributing free groceries throughout the region this month.
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As America turns 250, Capital B is highlighting Black Americans who built lasting legacies throughout history. The Tuskegee Airmen Chicago chapter, an ally to Gary’s Black aviation history, says it’s important to preserve the service members’ legacy. https://bit.ly/4y6ID4Y
Gary Honors Tuskegee Airmen Amid Backlash Over Air Force Video Removal - Capital B Gary
The group's Chicago chapter, an ally to Gary’s Black aviation history, says it's important to preserve the service members’ legacy.
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Steel mills in Northwest Indiana were once a gateway to the Black middle class, offering high wages and stability. Families turned steel paychecks into homes, pensions, and new opportunities for their children. https://bit.ly/3QSCFnj
How a Steel Mill Created Black Wealth in Gary | For the Record
The story of Black Gary is also the story of families who turned steel paychecks into homes, pensions, and new opportunities for their children.
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Community members and environmental advocates are urging Nippon Steel to invest in cleaner steelmaking technology, fearing Gary could be left behind without them. https://bit.ly/4oQv7y6
Gary Advocates Push Nippon Steel for Cleaner Investments - Capital B Gary
Without investments in new technology at Gary Works, some in the community fear the city could be left behind.
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Three new laws taking effect in Indiana could bring new hurdles to keeping food assistance, impose fines or jail time for people experiencing homelessness, and open a new pathway for selling vacant lots. https://bit.ly/3QU3mbk
What Gary Residents Need to Know About Indiana Laws Taking Effect July 1 - Capital B Gary
People receiving public assistance could face new hardships, while local resources are stretched.
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People across Northwest Indiana are hosting festivals, performances, cultural events, and family activities to celebrate Juneteenth this year. This is a roundup of where to find events this holiday weekend. https://bit.ly/4xAhRl0
Juneteenth Celebrations Across Northwest Indiana This Week - Capital B Gary
This year's events include festivals, music, and family fun.
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SEED is providing skills and opportunities that give small-business owners in the region a chance to succeed. https://bit.ly/4vIvywO
Indiana University Northwest Programs Helps Launch Businesses - Capital B Gary
SEED is providing skills and opportunities that give small-business owners in the region a chance to succeed.
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Many of the decisions regarding infrastructure, housing, and development projects will be finalized in the coming months. This is a guide for when and where Gary residents can attend public meetings in June. https://bit.ly/4auvzfi
June 2026 Gary Public Meetings - Capital B Gary
Here's when and where Gary residents can attend public meetings in June.
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Local organizations across Lake County are offering free food distributions this month. This is where you can find them. https://bit.ly/49JS7Zo
Where Families Can Get Free Food in June in Northwest Indiana - Capital B Gary
As summer begins, June brings another month of Northwest Indiana organizations working to provide relief from rising food costs and food insecurity. In Indiana, almost 10% of families and individuals...
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More than 100 residents gathered at a town hall to discuss whether Northwest Indiana’s aging steel infrastructure will be modernized or left behind as companies increasingly invest in newer, cleaner technologies elsewhere. https://bit.ly/3PSAZtE
The Future of Gary Works Sparks Concerns at Town Hall - Capital B Gary
At a town hall, the community raised questions about pollution and the future of Gary Works.
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The iconic Koney King continues to deliver nostalgia for generations of residents, serving the same chili recipe that helped make it a local institution for 106 years. https://bit.ly/3PKqIPZ
Gary’s Historic Koney King Continues Its Tradition on Broadway - Capital B Gary
The iconic Koney King continues to deliver nostalgia for generations of residents.
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City Life Center of Northwest Indiana’s hallways are usually filled with children but in recent months, leaders at the Gary nonprofit have been grappling with shrinking state and federal funding. gary.capitalbnews.org/gary-city-li...
Gary Nonprofit City Life Center Struggles with Funding Cuts - Capital B Gary
City Life Center of Northwest Indiana is trying to keep its after-school programs running for children across Northwest Indiana.
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Despite a primary ballot that featured a historic race for Lake County sheriff and several competitive county council contests, voter turnout across Lake County remained sluggish on May 5. Click to see a breakdown of voter turnout. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/lake-county-primary-voter-turnout/
Gary Voter Turnout Shows Who Is Shaping Local Power - Capital B Gary
A city-by-city analysis shows voter turnout gaps across the area.
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Hip-hop and classical music collided Saturday night at the Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/gucci-mane-trap-orchestra-hard-rock-gary/
Gucci Mane and Trap Orchestra Perform in Gary - Capital B Gary
Hip-hop and classical music collided Saturday night at the Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana.
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As summer rapidly approaches, organizations across Northwest Indiana are scheduling free food distributions throughout May to offer families some relief from rising food prices. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/free-food-gary-nwi-may-2026/
Free Food Across Northwest Indiana for May 2026 - Capital B Gary
Local organizations across Lake County are offering free food distributions this month.
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From local offices to Congress, Gary voters are making choices across the ballot. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/gary-voters-primary-election-2026/
Gary Indiana Voters Share Election 2026 Priorities at Polls - Capital B Gary
From local offices to Congress, Gary voters are making choices across the ballot.
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Election day in Gary is this Tuesday, May 5 when residents head to the polls to select their candidates in the primary election. This guide breaks down key races, offices on the ballot, and what to know before you vote. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/gary-lake-county-primary-election-guide-2026/
How to Vote in Gary and Lake County on Election Day - Capital B Gary
What to know before you head to the polls, including key races and polling information for Indiana's primary election.
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The city can be an example of “how to do homeownership the right way,” one organizer said. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/national-housing-tour-gary/
Gary Hosts Housing Tour to Close Black Homeownership Gap - Capital B Gary
The city can be an example of “how to do homeownership the right way,” one organizer said.
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Last year, Gary recorded 28 homicides, the city’s lowest total in 55 years. The drop was accompanied by a nearly 24% reduction in nonfatal shootings. That marks a sharp decline from its nation-topping total of 134 homicides in 1993. https://bit.ly/3OWyB4B
Gary Indiana Homicide Rate Hits 55-Year Low - Capital B Gary
Community members, business owners and more gather to discuss what’s working, and what still needs to change.
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Capital B Gary earned three honors at this year’s statewide journalism awards, including a first-place finish for its breaking news coverage of a tornado that tore through the city. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/capital-b-gary-wins-indiana-spj-awards/
Capital B Gary wins 3 Indiana SPJ awards
The newsroom was recognized for its tornado coverage and a range of work reflecting Gary’s people and culture.
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City officials weigh six competing proposals to redevelop the long-vacant property, the decision is shaping up as more than a choice about a single project. It could determine what replaces one of downtown’s most visible underused spaces. https://bit.ly/48gKb10
Gary Genesis Center Redevelopment Proposals - Capital B Gary
Proposals range from housing to entertainment for the vast downtown site.
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