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ECHO Housing will operate The House of Bread and Peace
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — ECHO Housing and Community Development will now operate The House of Bread and Peace in Evansville. For decades, the home has stood to offer shelter to homeless women and children in the area. ECHO says that’s not going to change under its leadership. Under the merger, ECHO will be the one […]
One-and-done IU basketball star Romeo Langford is on 76ers summer league roster
Former IU basketball one-and-done star Romeo Langford has another opportunity lined up this summer. The New Albany, Ind. product appeared on the Philadelphia 76ers summer league roster released today. Langford is listed by Philadelphia at 6-foot-5 and 216 pounds. Now 24, Langford most recently played for the Salt Lake City...
Kentucky Man Killed By Fellow Customer In Gun Shop After They Accidentally Shot Him
In a tragic series of events, a Kentucky man died at a local gun shop after a fellow customer accidentally shot him. The customer had been manipulating the firearm. In a statement, the Kentucky State Police's Campbellsburg Post, Post 5, said that the shooting happened in Carroll County on Saturday, June 29. They are currently investigating exactly what happened, but the shooting happened at the Humphrey's Double H Sales gun shop.
Kentucky, Indiana Counties on Alert for Severe Thunderstorms Until 7 PM
Louisville, KY – A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for parts of northern and northeastern Kentucky until 7 p.m. today. According to the US National Weather Service Wilmington, OH, the watch encompasses major cities including Louisville, Lexington, and Elizabethtown. Several counties in southern Indiana, such as Clark, Floyd, and Harrison, are also under the watch. The advisory warns of potential tornadoes, isolated hail up to quarter size, and scattered wind gusts reaching up to 70 mph.
Poll shows Beshear lacks national name recognition among democrats
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- Kentucky Governor, Andy Beshear’s name has been mentioned as a potential replacement for President Joe Biden, should he pull out of the race. Beshear was one of several Democrat Governors who met with Biden at the White House on Wednesday. However, according to a new poll Beshear lacks name recognition among democrats […]
Use of deadly force policy changes statewide
INDIANAPOLIS – Starting July 1, a handful of new laws went into effect in Indiana. This includes an update to deadly force policies for law enforcement. For the last 1.5 years, the Law Enforcement Training Board has been working to create a uniform policy for all agencies in the state to follow when it comes […]
EPD: Man caught with meth and heroin charged with drug dealing
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — An Evansville man is facing several charges after police say they caught him with drugs and dealing supplies. Officers say they pulled Anthony Thompson over on Wednesday for speeding on Fulton Avenue. Police say they had Thompson get out of the car, but that he...
Harrison County Popcorn Festival celebrates Indiana's official state snack
CORYDON, In. (WDRB) -- Let’s party over popcorn in Corydon, Indiana. WDRB's Keith Kaiser joined some organizers of the Harrison County Popcorn Festival. Celebrate one of Harrison County’s biggest agricultural products with a parade, children’s activities, games, a beer garden, and more. Originally established in 1986, the...
Lawrence County Fair starts July 6. Here's what you need to know
The 54th annual Lawrence County Fair, running from July 6 to July 13, 2024, will be a celebration for all. The Lawrence County fairgrounds are open to everyone, ensuring that all fairgoers, regardless of age or interest, can be part of this community event. How much does the Lawrence County...
4th of July in NKY: all the local events happening today
It’s Independence Day, and cities around Northern Kentucky are poised to celebrate with runs, parades, and concerts. Here is a list of what’s happening today and where:. Edgewood 4th of July Extravaganza — 550 Freedom Park Drive, Edgewood. Annual 5K race steps off at 7:30 a.m. 4th...
Southern Baptist Convention debates religious liberty again | Terry Mattingly
In the midst of heated debates about female pastors and the morality of in vitro fertilization, the national Southern Baptist Convention recently passed a religious liberty resolution that – in terms of Baptist history – was rather ordinary. But these are not ordinary times in American life. ...
Indiana’s New Reading Law and Summer School Initiatives Aim to Boost Literacy Skills for Low-Income Students
Indiana’s New Reading Law and Summer School Initiatives Aim to Support Low-Income Students. Summer Learning Labs in Indiana: Addressing Educational Disparities Through Literacy Programs. Indiana’s new reading law could have significant effects on students from low-income families particularly in how it addresses third-grade retention based on the IREAD-3 test,...
Indiana celebrates 50 new US citizens ahead of Fourth of July
The stage at Wolf Lake Pavilion in suburban Hammond was full of people who’ve waited years to be able to call themselves American citizens, and that dream came true Wednesday. “Feels great, so, so great. So good to be a part of this country,” said Sukseir Ghag, a new...
National Weather Service confirms tornadoes touched down in Louisville, southern Indiana
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- The National Weather Service confirmed tornadoes touched down in Louisville and southern Indiana Thursday afternoon. "All we heard was just you know the wind and then the rain," Sandra Wright, who lives in west Louisville, said. The Louisville tornado hit along Woodland Avenue between Catapla Street...
Muncie police chase leads to fatal crash; Suspect arrested
MUNCIE, Ind. (WISH) — The Madison County Prosecutor’s Office filed charges against a woman who led police and deputies on a chase in Muncie that resulted in death and the loss of a fetus. According to the Madison County Prosecutor’s Office, 40-year-old Olivia LaRue faces a litany of charges: – Resisting Law Enforcement Resulting in […]
Caucus set for Friday in Clinton called off
VERMILLION COUNTY, Ind. (WTHI) - The Indiana Democratic Party canceled a caucus set for Friday in Clinton. Ashley Vitz withdrew her candidacy. She had filed to run in the caucus and then against incumbent Alan Morrison in the fall. Vitz said she got caught up in the moment she was...
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