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NWS: Expect Heavy Rain at Times on Thursday
STATEWIDE–After a dry and sunny week, rain is supposed to arrive in Indiana on Thursday. “Today will be our last day of nice weather with sunshine and nice temperatures,” said Cody Moore, meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Indianapolis. Moore says the rainfall comes in Thursday with multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms looking […] The post NWS: Expect Heavy Rain at Times on Thursday appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Indiana Attorney General taking legal action against Monroe County Sheriff’s Office over enforcement of immigration rules
MONROE COUNTY, Ind. — A new complaint filed by Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita claims the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is not properly enforcing federal immigration laws. The complaint indicates MCSO and Sheriff Ruben Marte “violated Indiana law by implementing a policy which limits or restricts the enforcement of federal immigration laws to less than […]
Former Breckenridge financial advisor faces theft charges
BRECKINRIDGE, MN — A former financial advisor for the City of Breckenridge, Minnesota, is accused of stealing thousands of dollars. Ariel Johnson had access to bank account information for people who had automatic utility payments. She is accused of stealing nearly $18,000 over a two-month period earlier this year.
Dubois County Health Department to host "Back on Track" Health Fair Wednesday
DUBOIS COUNTY, Ind. (WEVV) — The Dubois County Health Department will be hosting a "Back on Track" Health Fair. The event, sponsored by MDwise, Inc., aims to help Hoosiers get the shots they need to stay healthy, while also accessing community resources. Organizers say there will be free food,...
Floyd County leaders look to proposed tax to fund EMS Services
NEW ALBANY, Ind. (WAVE) - Residents in Floyd County, Indiana could be shelling out more for their safety. Council members are considering new local income taxes to help fund EMS services. “We have to figure out a way to fund it,” council member Dale Bagshaw said. “This is one way...
Massive Pro Pulling and Drag Racing Event Happening in Indiana August 23-24
A really fun event is taking place in Indiana the weekend of August 23rd and 24th, and WKDQ has a chance for you to score tickets!. The Scheid Diesel Extravaganza is a huge event that draws in folks from all over to watch pro-pulling and drag racing, with events taking place all weekend long. The event is set to take place on August 23rd and 24th in Lyons, Indiana. Lyons is a small town around an hour and a half from the Evansville area, but it's worth the drive for this event because the Scheid Diesel Extravaganza is HUGE!
GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY TO HOST TRIPLE DIVISION PROGRAM THIS SATURDAY NIGHT FEATURING NASCAR MODIFIEDS & SPORTSMAN PLUS OUTLAW VINTAGE
BECHTELSVILLE, PA. – Following a wild and unpredictable night of action during the Forrest Rogers Memorial last Saturday, Grandview Speedway is preparing for a three-division race program this weekend. Grandview Speedway will be presenting another NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series program this week featuring the T.P. Trailer NASCAR...
Yolanda Adams SetList At Indiana State Fair Gospel Festival on August 18th
Yolanda Adams to Headline Indiana State Fair Gospel Festival on August 18th. On August 18th, the Indiana State Fair Gospel Festival will shine brighter than ever as Yolanda Adams Hits the stage at the Hoosier Lottery Free Stage. The night will be filled with powerful voices and uplifting music, this festival is set to be an unforgettable celebration of faith and unity.
2024 Indiana Women’s Summit
Final preparations are underway now for the inaugural Indiana Women’s Summit happening Thursday, August 15th in Downtown Indianapolis. The focus is on the impact of sports on Hoosier women. Fox59’s Lindy Thackston will be emceeing the event, and some of the top women in sports in Indiana will be...
Help Hungry Hoosiers: Donate Your Deer This Season in Indiana
There is no denying the impact of rising costs on our daily lives. For many, putting food on the table is a real challenge. But if you're a hunter in Indiana, there's a way you can make a difference and help your fellow Hoosiers in need during the deer hunting season.
Trial reset for Evansville woman accused of helping murder suspect
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - The trial for the woman accused of helping a murder suspect has been rescheduled. According to court records, Nykeia Baker’s trial was scheduled to start Wednesday morning. However, due to court congestion, it was canceled. The trial is now set for November 6. As we’ve...
Witness in Amy Word trial enters plea agreement
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- A key witness in former EVSC School Board member, Amy Word’s drug trial has entered a plea in his own case. Demario Holman was arrested in 2022, following a lengthy investigation into drug trafficking along Franklin Street in Evansville, including at Lamasco Bar and Grill which was owned by Word. Holman testified […]
Latest IREAD scores show slight improvements, but more than 14K Indiana third graders still behind
Foundational reading competency among Indiana’s third graders improved slightly from last year, according to new standardized test results released Wednesday. But overall IREAD performance is still low, with roughly one in five test takers struggling to read. Data from the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) shows 82.5% out of the roughly 82,000 third graders at […]
Dry streak snaps Thursday with multiple rounds of activity expected
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — We’re currently enduring our longest dry streak of 2024 here in Indy that’s tallied up to 12 days. This streak is set to end tomorrow with multiple chances for rain and storms in store for us. Wednesday night: A partly to mostly cloudy night will be on tap due to our next […]
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