Capital B Gary

Aetna Residents Welcome First New Home in Years as Gary Launches Housing Redevelopment Push - Capital B Gary Residents hope the first home in a 15-house plan can help restore stability and bring families back to the community.

Residents hope the first home in a 15-house plan can help restore stability and bring families back to the community. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/gary-aetna-residents-new-home-redevelopment/

Free Thanksgiving Meals and Turkeys Available in Gary - Capital B Gary A roundup of places providing free holiday meals for families preparing for Thanksgiving.

Here’s a comprehensive list of Thanksgiving food pantries, meals, and distributions happening throughout Gary and the surrounding Northwest Indiana communities.https://gary.capitalbnews.org/free-thanksgiving-meals-turkeys-gary-indiana/

Gary YMCA Construction Update - Capital B Gary The $35 million campus is on track for a September 2026 opening, with new details on child care, therapy pools, and a local café partnership.

The Tolleston neighborhood is one step closer to welcoming its new community hub as construction continues on Gary’s new YMCA campus. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/gary-ymca-construction-update-new-amenities/

It's the second week for Capital B Gary and At All Cost Youth Sports League. Check out our schedule for this weekend's games 🏀

🗓️ : Sunday, 11/23
📍: 2700 W 19th Ave Gary, IN

Gary Keeps Its Representation as GOP Drops Redistricting Plan - Capital B Gary Months of lobbying from the president, vice president, and GOP leaders failed to spur an effort to redraw congressional districts early.

Indiana lawmakers shelved a proposal to redraw the state’s congressional maps, a change that could have reshaped Northwest Indiana’s Democratic-leaning 1st District. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/indiana-senate-redistricting-decision-gary-1st-district/

Free Thanksgiving Meals and Turkeys Available in Gary - Capital B Gary A roundup of places providing free holiday meals for families preparing for Thanksgiving.

Here’s a comprehensive list of Thanksgiving food pantries, meals, and distributions happening throughout Gary and the surrounding Northwest Indiana communities.https://gary.capitalbnews.org/free-thanksgiving-meals-turkeys-gary-indiana/

TODAY (11/22) : Start your morning with Restore & Rise yoga with Dani Hart at Hudson Campbell Fitness Center—move, breathe, and connect in Gary at 11 a.m.

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Free Thanksgiving Meals and Turkeys Available in Gary - Capital B Gary A roundup of places providing free holiday meals for families preparing for Thanksgiving.

A roundup of places providing free holiday meals for families preparing for Thanksgiving. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/free-thanksgiving-meals-turkeys-gary-indiana/

Gary Keeps Its Voice as GOP Drops Redistricting Plan - Capital B Gary Months of lobbying from the president, vice president, and GOP leaders failed to spur an effort to redraw congressional districts early.

Months of lobbying from the president, vice president, and GOP leaders failed to spur an effort to redraw congressional districts early. gary.capitalbnews.org/indiana-sena...

November 2025 Gary Public Meetings - Capital B Gary City leaders will tackle key issues this month, from a proposed rate hike to property appraisals and a new plan to guide how the city grows.

City leaders will tackle key issues this month, from a proposed rate hike to property appraisals and a new plan to guide how the city grows.

Restore & Rise: Community Yoga with Capital B Gary Start your morning with Restore & Rise yoga with Dani Hart at Hudson Campbell Fitness Center—move, breathe, and connect in Gary!

Start your morning with Restore & Rise yoga with Dani Hart at Hudson Campbell Fitness Center—move, breathe, and connect in Gary on 11/22. RSVP here :

Gary Board Approves Soil Processing Facility Despite Concerns Over Pollution and Truck Traffic - Capital B Gary Residents and advocates say the wet soil processing proposal will worsen truck traffic and pollution near the Aetna neighborhood.

Residents and advocates say the wet soil processing proposal will worsen truck traffic and pollution near the Aetna neighborhood.

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Gary Launches $275K SNAP Relief Plan as Indiana Limits Food Benefits Amid Shutdown - Capital B Gary Calumet Township also plans food distributions as a state lawmaker urges township trustees to tap reserves to help families in need.

Calumet Township also plans food distributions as a state lawmaker urges township trustees to tap reserves to help families in need. gary.capitalbnews.org/gary-launche...

Gary Winter Weather Plan as Winter Storm Hits Northwest Indiana - Capital B Gary City officials outline how residents can stay safe, where to find warming centers, and what to expect from plowing operations after the winter storm.

City officials outline how residents can stay safe, where to find warming centers, and what to expect from plowing operations after the winter storm. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/gary-winter-weather-plan/

J’s Breakfast Club in Gary Celebrates 10 years as a Gary staple - Capital B Gary A decade after its opening, owner Joslyn Kelly reflects on faith, family, and her community.

J’s Breakfast Club has grown from a small carryout into one of Gary’s defining community spaces.

SNAP benefits delayed: Northwest Indiana groups and Gary organizer step up The Food Bank of Northwest Indiana is expanding distributions as Gary residents rally to feed their neighbors.

The Food Bank of Northwest Indiana is expanding distributions as Gary residents rally to feed their neighbors.

November 2025 Gary Public Meetings - Capital B Gary City leaders will tackle key issues this month, from a proposed rate hike to property appraisals and a new plan to guide how the city grows.

City leaders will tackle key issues this month, from a proposed rate hike to property appraisals and a new plan to guide how the city grows. gary.capitalbnews.org/gary-public-...

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Gary 2026 Budget: City Council Passes $65.5 Million Plan, Delays Sewer Rate Increase for Businesses The $65.5 million budget includes department reorganizations and new full-time staff.

Gary’s 2026 budget is slightly smaller than last year’s, but it shifts more money into key departments and adds new workers as part of a broader reorganization of city services. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/gary-2026-budget-sewer-rate-hike-delay/

Braun Calls Special Session to Redraw Indiana Congressional Map - Capital B Gary The legislature is set to reconvene to consider redrawing the state’s congressional map.

Gov. Mike Braun on Monday called a special legislative session to consider redrawing Indiana’s congressional map.
https://gary.capitalbnews.org/trump-braun-redistricting-gary-voting-power/

Homeland Security and ICE Quietly Visit Gary as Protesters Gather at Airport - Capital B Gary Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem held a joint press conference Thursday at Gary/Chicago International Airport with Indiana Gov. Mike Braun to deliver updates on “Operation Midway ...

Protesters were outside Gary/Chicago International Airport on Thursday as Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Gov. Mike Braun gave a press conference. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/homeland-security-and-ice-quietly-visit-gary-as-protesters-gather-at-airport/

Free Food in Northwest Indiana as SNAP Cuts Loom - Capital B Gary A regularly updated list of food pantries and the mobile market serving Gary and Northwest Indiana residents.

A regularly updated list of food pantries and the mobile market serving Gary and Northwest Indiana residents. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/free-food-gary-northwest-indiana/

J’s Breakfast Club in Gary Celebrates 10 years as a Gary staple - Capital B Gary A decade after its opening, owner Joslyn Kelly reflects on faith, family, and her community.

A decade after its opening, owner Joslyn Kelly reflects on faith, family, and her community.
gary.capitalbnews.org/js-breakfast...

Homeland Security and ICE Quietly Visit Gary as Protesters Gather at Airport - Capital B Gary Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem held a joint press conference Thursday at Gary/Chicago International Airport with Indiana Gov. Mike Braun to deliver updates on “Operation Midway ...

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Gov. Mike Braun held a press conference at Gary/Chicago International Airport. Dozens of demonstrators gathered outside in opposition. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/homeland-security-and-ice-quietly-visit-gary-as-protesters-gather-at-airport/

Gary 2026 Budget: City Council Passes $65.5 Million Plan, Delays Sewer Rate Increase for Businesses The $65.5 million budget includes department reorganizations and new full-time staff.

The $65.5 million package includes funds for department reorganizations and new full-time staff. https://gary.capitalbnews.org/gary-2026-budget-sewer-rate-hike-delay/

Free Food in Northwest Indiana as SNAP Cuts Loom - Capital B Gary A regularly updated list of food pantries and the mobile market serving Gary and Northwest Indiana residents.

A regularly updated list of food pantries and the mobile market serving Gary and Northwest Indiana residents. gary.capitalbnews.org/free-food-ga...

Braun Calls Special Session to Redraw Indiana Congressional Map - Capital B Gary The legislature is set to reconvene to consider redrawing the state’s congressional map.

The legislature is set to reconvene to consider redrawing the state’s congressional map. gary.capitalbnews.org/trump-braun-...

Calumet Township Expands Aid as SNAP and WIC Cuts Loom - Capital B Gary Local leaders unveiled food access partnerships, and calls for statewide action on “Food Is Medicine” initiatives.

On Thursday, Calumet Township Trustee Tai Adkins brought together community leaders for a fall symposium.

Gary Council Weighs Sewer Rate Hikes and Tax Changes to Meet EPA Mandate - Capital B Gary The Gary Sanitation Department is proposing a hike on commercial and industrial properties to avoid raising residential rates.

When the Gary Common Council reconvenes for its budget hearing on Oct. 28, members will confront funding the federally mandated overhaul of its wastewater system and managing the looming fallout from new state tax laws.