Portage
Coverage of Portage in the Nexus archive.
- Signatures submitted for Lansing ballot proposal on healthcare access, one of 6 in the state
A ballot proposal to establish a Citizens’ Advisory Healthcare Action Committee in Lansing has been submitted with 7,385 signatures, exceeding the required 4,433. The initiative aims to address healthcare costs and access barriers through community forums and policy analysis. Similar proposals are being considered in five other Michigan cities.
- Four people injured when driver flees from officers, hits tree and two vehicles in Portage: police
Four people were injured when a driver fled from police, crashed into two vehicles and a tree in Portage, northwest Indiana. The incident occurred on Friday afternoon.
- 2 dead of carbon monoxide poisoning amid power outages, Portage fire chief says
Two people died from carbon monoxide poisoning during power outages in Portage, according to the local fire chief. The incident highlights risks associated with power disruptions and carbon monoxide exposure.
- It’s the economy, argues Missy Hughes as she seeks the Democratic nod for governor
Missy Hughes, a candidate in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor, emphasizes her economic background in agriculture and economic development to address challenges in manufacturing and farming. She highlights the need for economic growth to support public resources and counter declining industries.
- Man accused of stabbing, killing lost husky who followed him home from Northwest Indiana store
Tony Hughes, 38, is facing felony charges after allegedly stabbing and killing a lost husky that followed him home from a store in Portage, Indiana. He is accused of torturing or mutilating the animal and killing a domestic animal.