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'No time for wimpy Republicans,' Indiana's Jim Banks tells RNC
MILWAUKEE ― By the time U.S. Rep. Jim Banks of Indiana took the stage during a prime-time slot at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee on Tuesday ― also his 45th birthday ― the audience's energy was starting to wear a little thin. But the Indiana delegation was with the Columbia City resident on every word as he sang former President Donald Trump's praises and said President Joe Biden has been "an embarrassment." ...
When does school start in Warrick County?
WARRICK COUNTY, Ind. — Students and families have less than a month left before the first day of school in Warrick County. Starting the first full week of August, the Warrick County School Corporation will have two teacher workdays prior to the first day of school. Here's what to know. ...
Indiana governor's race: McCormick gains ground in fundraising but lags behind Mike Braun
Indiana Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jennifer McCormick has made leaps in fundraising in recent months, though she still lags far behind her Republican opponent in the fall, U.S. Sen. Mike Braun. McCormick, whose endorsed running mate got the seal of approval from Democratic delegates last weekend, is heading into the fall campaign season with...
Little Alice Learning Center receives $321K grant
The Vincennes YMCA has been awarded a $321,834 capital project matching grant from Indiana United Ways, in partnership with United Way of Knox County. This grant will support a major community project to renovate 7,200 square feet of childcare space at the YMCA building on 2010 College Avenue. The goal is to establish a high-quality, licensed early education center, the Little Alice Learning Center, which will serve families in Vincennes.
Sen. Young, others introduce bill to improve cybersecurity in health care
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – U.S. Senator Todd Young, among others, introduced the bipartisan Healthcare Cybersecurity Act to bolster the health care and public health sectors’ cybersecurity in light of recent cyberattacks. Officials from Sen. Young’s office say earlier this year, the health care sector faced a ransomware attack on the health payment platform Change Healthcare, which they […]
Local woman faces several charges
A Wheatland woman was jailed early this morning for Robbery, Burglary and Battery. Arrest reports show that 24-year-old Angela Hernandez is charged with Robbery Resulting in Serious Bodily Injury, Burglary Resulting in Bodily Injury and Battery Resulting in Bodily Injury. She was booked in at 3:20-am. The arrest was made...
Vanderburgh Health Department to host back-to-school vaccine clinic this month
EVANSVILLE — Qualifying families hoping to take care of back-to-school vaccines will have a chance at the end of July. The Vanderburgh County Health Department is hosting a Back-to-School Immunization Clinic, sponsored by MDWise, from 2:30 to 6 p.m. on July 30, onsite at 420 Mulberry St. There will also be school supplies, food and vendors available.
What's the goal of Explore Evansville's planned land purchase? Here's what to know.
EVANSVILLE — Nearly 67 acres of farmland could be added to Explore Evansville's portfolio in Northern Vanderburgh County, but what its use hasn't been decided yet. The Vanderburgh County Council approved nearly $1.1 million for the purchase of two parcels of land near the Deaconess Sports Park and Goebel Sports Park. There...
Here are this week's Vanderburgh County food and restaurant inspection reports
Food service and restaurant inspections are performed by the Vanderburgh County Health Department. The date listed in each record is the date the inspection occurred. Tokyo Japan, 3000 N Green River Road, June 12, Three non-critical violations: Walk-in in need of repair. Observed leak in roof, Woman’s restroom sink in need of repair, Hood system in need of cleaning.
Ally Malone signs with Marian Softball
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - It was quite the year for Gibson Southern’s Ally Malone, winning the state championship in basketball, a great year in softball, and now, a college signing. Marian University announced yesterday that Ally has signed with their softball program. She will bring her .396 senior year...
Salvation Army inviting Vanderburgh, Warrick Co. residents to School Supply Giveaway
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - The Salvation Army is inviting the public to a school supply giveaway. They say this follows after a successful “Stuff the Bus” fundraiser event. We’re told organizers collected 5,400 items and over $1,500 from the weekend fundraiser alone. Now, officials are inviting residents...
Here's where you can get free school supplies in the Evansville/Tri-State area
The start of the 2024-25 school year is just around the corner for a lot of local communities, and one of the big tasks before the first day is loading up on supplies a child needs for the classroom. It can be a big expense, but several companies, churches and...
3 accused in crime spree in Newburgh and Evansville involving several victims
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Three young men are facing charges in Vanderburgh and Warrick Counties after police say they stole items from several people and used their debit cards. In Evansville, 18-year-old Tyshawn Grooms and 19-year-olds Trevion Ogburn and Jontae Rudd are all charged with burglary and fraud. Police say...
EPD investigating death on Louisiana Street as murder
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Officials have confirmed to Eyewitness News that Evansville Police are investigating the death of one person on Louisiana Street as a murder. Police were dispatched to the 300 block for a report of shots fire on Wednesday night. An officer at the scene said police found a body at the scene. […]
EPD searching for murder suspect after deadly Wednesday night shooting
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — We're learning more about a deadly shooting that unfolded in Evansville on Wednesday night. As we reported, officers were called to a shooting at a home on East Louisiana Street around 8 p.m. Wednesday. At the home, police found a man dead. Now, police tell...
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