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Renovations underway at EVPL North Park Branch in Evansville
EVANSVILLE (WEVV) — A phased renovation project at an Evansville public library kicked off. Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library North Park Branch started the first of two phases. The first phase, which consist of the north part of the library, is expected to take three months for completion. The second...
Evansville man sees attempted assassination of Trump from front row
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — An Evansville man is recalling the moment he witnessed the attempted assassination of former president Donald Trump from the front row. “I was about 10 minutes into the speech when I heard pop pop pop, and right away, I knew it was gunfire,” says Michael Boatman. Boatman was about 10 feet […]
A Final Cheers: Evansville Bar Closes After Decades
This long-time bar has closed after decades of serving Evansville's west side. There's no denying that Evansville's bar scene is alive and well from old staples that have been around for decades to new bars that are thriving. There's something about a bar that can be described as a true "down home bar" where you can go, and see some familiar faces, eat some good food, and enjoy some cold beer. Evansville's west side recently said goodbye to a long-time establishment.
EPD recognizes brave officers, new appointments, and big promotions
The Evansville Police Department is recognizing some officers for their bravery and dedication while introducing their newest men and women taking on the badge. EPD recognizes brave officers, new appointments, and big promotions. The Evansville Police Department is recognizing some officers for their bravery and dedication while introducing their newest...
Evansville man charged after months-long narcotic investigation
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Authorities arrested an Evansville man on Monday following an investigation into the sale of methamphetamine, fentanyl and heroin that began back in April. According to an affidavit, detectives with the Evansville-Vanderburgh County Drug Task Force received numerous tips about drug sales at a residence in the 400 block of Michigan Street. […]
Indiana’s Washington Square Mall Covered By a Black Tarp: Seeking Answers
There have been rumblings of some construction inside Washington Square Mall, so my investigation continues. That is a question a lot of folks are asking on social media and in the NextDoor app. I stopped in and asked a few questions, but I didn't leave with any solid answers. Multiple...
On alert for dangerous heat Tuesday, heavy rain Tuesday night into Wednesday
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Today was a First Alert Weather Day as our heat index values peaked between 100 and 110° this afternoon. We will remain on alert for another dangerously hot day tomorrow, and I have extended the First Alert Weather Day through Tuesday night into Wednesday morning due to a risk of heavy rain and storms that will then break this heat wave.
Final Days! Win A 2024 Nissan Versa Or $20,000 Easterseals ‘Cool Car, Cold Cash’ Raffle!
Time is running out to get your tickets for Easterseals Rehabilitation Center's epic "Cool Car, Cold Cash" Raffle, sponsored by the amazing Old National Bank, is heating up and tickets are selling fast. The Grand Prize is a Dream Garage (or Wallet) Come True. That's right – you could be...
BREAKING: Excessive heat forces Women’s Hospital Classic indoors
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) – The Women’s Hospital Classic tennis tournament halted play due to excessive heat this morning. Eyewitness News was told a match can not be played outdoors if on-court temperatures exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Around 11:00 a.m. CT, the on-court temperature read 111 degrees Fahrenheit, citing grounds for a stoppage. Tournament officials say […]
Worship 24/7 Comes To Houston & Evansville
The network has launched on Hope Media Group’s 91.3 K217GB and KSBJ-HD2 Houston and 100.1 W261CW/91.5 WJWA-HD4 Evansville. The Houston signal had been carrying the group’s Spanish Christian “Vida Unida” network, while the Evansville translator had been carrying Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation’s 90.7 WPSR Evansville. Worship 24/7 is also heard on Hope Media Group’s 96.3 KKWA West Linn/Portland OR via an LMA that took effect last October.
USI WXC/T&F signs seven
EVANSVILLE, Ind.—University of Southern Indiana Women's Cross Country/Track & Field coach Mike Hillyard announced the signings of seven student-athletes for the upcoming 2024-25 seasons. Joining the Screaming Eagles is redshirt sophomore Ellie Hall (Ferdinand, Indiana) as well as freshmen Addison Applegate (Corydon, Indiana), Hadessah Austin (Attica, Indiana), Emma Deweese...
Woman arrested for resisting arrest, attempt to disarm an officer
COLUMBUS, Ind. – Bartholomew County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) Deputy Ryan Smith was heading north on State Street on Friday just before 3 p.m. when he observed a southbound SUV being driven erratically. He reported the SUV going about 80 mph, swerving, and recklessly passing other vehicles. He activated his emergency lights and siren to catch up to the car.
Kayla Roell Makes History with Win at Lawrenceburg Speedway
Roell won the sprint car race on Saturday night. Kayla Roell. Photo via Kayla Roell Racing Facebook page. (Lawrenceburg, Ind.) - History was made on Saturday night at The Burg. Kayla Roell became the first female to win a sprint car feature since the Lawrenceburg Speedway switched to a 3/8-mile...
Beryl’s Remnants Spawned 4 Indiana Tornadoes, Including an EF-3: NWS
MOUNT VERNON, Ind. (AP) — The remnants of Hurricane Beryl spawned at least four tornadoes in Indiana, including an EF-3 twister with winds as high as 140 mph (225 kph) that tore through a small city in the state’s southwestern corner, the National Weather Service said. The tornado...
Derecho brings damaging winds, EF-1 tornado in Quad Cities
QUAD CITIES, Iowa/Ill. (KWQC) - The US National Weather Service in Davenport confirmed an EF-1 tornado in the Quad Cities metro. The storm Monday which moved across Iowa and Illinois into Indiana and Ohio has also been classified as a derecho by the Storm Prediction Center. A derecho is defined...
First-time Indiana delegate digs into Republican National Convention role
MILWAUKEE – First-time delegate Daniel Elliott of Martinsville, Indiana, wore his Texas Boot Company boots on the floor of the Republican National Convention on Monday as former President Donald Trump received the official nomination for president. “I always wear my cowboy boots,” Elliott, Indiana's state treasurer, told IndyStar. “I doubt very many people...
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