Campaign News

GARY (July 24, 2023) – Democratic nominee for Mayor of Gary Sen. Eddie Melton and his team announced today U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson (Mississippi’s 2nd congressional district) will visit Gary on Tuesday, Jul. 25, joining Melton for a tour of the city and as a guest speaker for a fundraiser on behalf of Melton’s mayoral […]

Although Father’s Day was last month, it’s always a good time to share news about individuals going above and beyond in service to others. The New Mount Moriah’s Love and Sunshine Ministry recognized five faithful and dedicated men this past Father’s Day. They were each showered with love in the form of Certificates of Appreciation […]

State Senator Eddie Melton (D-Gary) joined Governor Holcomb for the ceremonial bill signing of his economic development legislation, Senate Enrolled Act (SEA) 434. Senator Melton’s economic development bill leverages new gaming revenue coming online in FY 2026 with local matching dollars to do the following: Establishes the Lake County Convention and Economic Development Fund to […]

INDIANAPOLIS—Today, State Senator Eddie Melton (D-Gary) joined Governor Holcomb for the ceremonial bill signing of his economic development legislation, Senate Enrolled Act (SEA) 434. Senator Melton’s economic development bill leverages new gaming revenue coming online in FY 2026 with local matching dollars to do the following: Establishes the Lake County Convention and Economic Development Fund to […]

Indiana State Sen. Eddie Melton, D-Gary, declared victory in the Democratic primary race for Gary Mayor on Tuesday night shortly after his opponent, incumbent Mayor Jerome Prince, called to concede. Unofficial vote tallies on Tuesday night showed Melton leading Prince by just under 18%. As the results rolled in, Melton addressed supporters at a campaign […]