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Picnic in the Park is back for the summer!Join us for the first event of the season on June 11 at Edison Park from 12p-2...
06/01/2026

Picnic in the Park is back for the summer!

Join us for the first event of the season on June 11 at Edison Park from 12p-2p. Bring the family, enjoy the afternoon, and come out for a great time in the community. We hope to see you there!

SATURDAY!Our Open House is BACK Saturday, June 6 from 10a-2p! Check out K9 Demonstrations, SWAT and Special Units, meet ...
06/01/2026

SATURDAY!

Our Open House is BACK Saturday, June 6 from 10a-2p! Check out K9 Demonstrations, SWAT and Special Units, meet our officers, and enjoy tons of other fun!

509 Douglas St., Hammond

Our Pop Up at the Plex Kids Basketball Open Gym is back by popular demand! We're balling every Tuesday in June and July ...
05/29/2026

Our Pop Up at the Plex Kids Basketball Open Gym is back by popular demand! We're balling every Tuesday in June and July from 11a-1p at the Hammond Sportsplex!
Let's play!

Save the date! Our Open House is BACK Saturday, June 6 from 10a-2p! Check out K9 Demonstrations, SWAT and Special Units,...
05/28/2026

Save the date! Our Open House is BACK Saturday, June 6 from 10a-2p! Check out K9 Demonstrations, SWAT and Special Units, meet our officers, and enjoy tons of other fun!

509 Douglas St., Hammond

The Hammond Police Department is proud to recognize this year’s “Cops and Students Stand Together Against Bullying” repr...
05/28/2026

The Hammond Police Department is proud to recognize this year’s “Cops and Students Stand Together Against Bullying” representatives from Burns-Hicks Elementary School:

Le’Aniyah Wise – 6th Grade
Efrain Regalado – 5th Grade

These outstanding students were selected for demonstrating kindness, leadership, and respect toward others both inside and outside the classroom.

“Bullying prevention starts with students who are willing to stand up for one another and lead by example,” said Lt. Gonzalez, who oversees the program for the Hammond Police Department. “Le’Aniyah and Efrain represent the very best of their school and their community.”

“We are incredibly proud of these students for showing compassion and courage every day,” said Burns-Hicks Elementary Principal Melinda Hawkins. “They are wonderful role models for their classmates.”

Congratulations to both students on this well-deserved recognition!

Just after midnight on May 26, 2026, the Hammond Police Department responded to assist the Indiana State Police during a...
05/26/2026

Just after midnight on May 26, 2026, the Hammond Police Department responded to assist the Indiana State Police during an incident that resulted in an officer-involved shooting investigation.

The incident occurred during a traffic stop on Interstate 94 eastbound near mile marker 2.4, just east of the Indiana/Illinois state line in the area of Indianapolis Boulevard. During the encounter, shots were fired and an Indiana State Police trooper was struck by the suspect.

The trooper was transported for medical treatment and is currently reported to be in stable condition.

Personnel from the Hammond Police Department, Lake County Sheriff’s Department, and the Indiana State Police responded to the scene. No additional officers were injured during the incident.

At this time, there is no threat to the public.

The Indiana State Police is the lead investigating agency for this incident. Due to the ongoing investigation, eastbound and westbound lane closures in the area are expected to remain in place for an extended period of time this morning. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes.

Additional information will be released by the Indiana State Police as it becomes available.

TRAFFIC ALERTThe Hammond Police Department is advising motorists that police activity related to an officer-involved sho...
05/26/2026

TRAFFIC ALERT

The Hammond Police Department is advising motorists that police activity related to an officer-involved shooting investigation is currently taking place on Interstate 94 eastbound near mile marker 2.4 at Indianapolis Boulevard.

At this time, there is no ongoing threat to the public.

All eastbound lanes of I-94 are currently closed, and traffic is being diverted at Calumet Avenue and Indianapolis Boulevard. Motorists should expect an extended roadway closure and are strongly encouraged to seek alternate routes.

In addition, the two left lanes of westbound I-94 in the area are also affected. Drivers traveling near the scene are urged to use caution and expect significant delays.

The Indiana State Police is leading the investigation. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.

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