Eight candidates vying for Calumet Township trustee; Gary councilman no longer running

In a series of unfortunate events, two friends lost important items - a phone and a wallet - leading to reflections on the nature of loss and impermanence. While initially causing panic and distress, the experience ultimately led to a realization that everything we need is already within us, prompting a shift in perspective towards holding onto things more lightly. This introspective journey highlights the importance of cherishing the present moment and embracing impermanence as...

A South Carolina death row inmate, Brad Sigmon, has opted to be executed by firing squad, becoming the fourth inmate in the U.S. to die by this method. Sigmon, convicted of the 2001 baseball bat killings of his ex-girlfriend's parents, chose firing squad over lethal injection or the electric chair due to concerns over prolonged suffering. He has one final appeal pending before the state Supreme Court, with his lawyers arguing his trial lawyers were...

Judge Christopher R. Cooper handed President Trump a legal victory while criticizing his disruptive government reform approach, highlighting the challenges faced by federal judges in Washington. Judge Cooper acknowledged the administration's executive actions causing chaos and disruption, including efforts to reduce government agencies and cut the federal workforce. Despite facing a deluge of emergency petitions and partisan abuse, judges like Carl J. Nichols and Tanya S. Chutkan have maintained impartiality in their decisions, navigating complex...

The body of Shiri Bibas, one of four dead hostages killed by Hamas and handed over to Israel, was positively identified after being returned to Israel following Hamas initially handing over a Palestinian woman from Gaza. Bibas' remains were confirmed by the Hostages and Missing Families Forum Headquarters, leading to heartbreak for her family as they mourn her murder in captivity. Israeli authorities are seeking the return of other hostages held in Gaza as the...

An expectant mother gave birth mid-flight on a Brussels Airlines plane, with flight attendant Jennifer Joie assisting in the delivery alongside a doctor and nursing grad onboard. The baby, named Fanta, was born healthy as the plane turned back to Dakar, with Joie describing the experience as magical and the airline praising her professionalism and teamwork during the mid-air miracle. The company highlighted the importance of caring for people in any situation, emphasizing the extraordinary...

Eddie Fisher's 1965 season with the Chicago White Sox was one for the record books, leading the American League in games pitched, games finished, and WHIP, with 24 saves and a 2.40 ERA. He made the All-Star team and finished fourth in AL MVP voting, standing out as a dominant relief pitcher in a remarkable year. Fisher went on to play for multiple teams, winning a World Series with the Baltimore Orioles in 1966 and...