East Chicago is a city in Lake County, Indiana, with a population of approximately 26,370.
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All news →Man found dead Sunday in East Chicago died by suicide, was suspect in 2 shootings, police say
Man found dead Sunday in East Chicago died by suicide, was suspect in 2 shootings, police say nwitimes.com
Ameristar Casino in East Chicago named a top workplace in the United States
Ameristar Casino in East Chicago named a top workplace in the United States nwitimes.com
East Chicago police, firefighters respond to call of mother and baby trapped in fire
East Chicago police, firefighters respond to call of mother and baby trapped in fire nwitimes.com
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