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Credit card skimmers found at two Ruler Foods stores in Evansville, police say
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — Evansville Police say they were called to two Ruler Foods stores after employees found credit card skimmers at the registers. According to EPD, officers were called to the Ruler Foods at 2040 E. Morgan Ave. on Thursday after an employee came into work and found a skimmer at one of the registers.
Baptist Health Louisville among Ky’s best in U.S. News rankings
LOUISVILLE — For the eighth consecutive year, Baptist Health has a hospital ranked among the top five in Kentucky, with Baptist Health Louisville tying for the #3 spot in the 2024-25U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals listings. Hospitals awarded a “Best” designation excelled at factors such as clinical...
Owensboro attorney, his wife and employee indicted in fraud case
OWENSBORO, Ky. (WFIE) - An attorney and two law associates in Owensboro have been indicted on several charges stemming from a fraud case. That’s according to the Ohio County Circuit Court, who shared indictment documents for attorney Darron L. Brawner, his wife Jana M. Brawner, and employee Kristy Burchfield.
Attempted robbery leaves Farmers Bank ATM in Greenville broken
MUHLENBERG CO., Ky. (WFIE) - Employees with Farmers Bank in Muhlenberg County say some customers will have to find a different ATM in Greenville after one of theirs was damaged overnight. Friday morning, the bank said on social media that their Greenville ATM is currently unavailable after someone tried rob...
Evansville man accused of charging at officer after hit-and-run crash
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - An accident Thursday night led the arrest of a 41-year-old man on several charges, including battery against a public safety official. Around 10:30 p.m., Evansville Police officers were called to the intersection of Covert and S. Weinbach Avenue for a hit-and-run with injury. Officers found the...
Furry Friend Friday introduced viewers to Addy who's ready for a forever home
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — Today viewers were introduced to newly adoptable Addy, a recently rescued dog now in the care of a foster family. Addy was found near the Ohio River after giving birth to a litter of pups. You can reach out to PAAWS by visiting their website...
Ellis Park planning to give away scholarships, other prizes at annual College Day
Ellis Park plans to give away nine $1,000 scholarships, as well as other prizes, during its Kentucky HBPA College Day on Sunday, July 28. Each of the nine races that day at the Henderson, Kentucky track will feature drawings for three prizes from Ellis Park and the Kentucky Horsemen’s Benevolent & Protective Association:
Four teams participate in joint practice at Central High School
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - On Thursday evening at Central High School, four football teams got a chance to put their hard summer work to the test. The Central Bears hosted Bosse, Forest Park, and Washington for a joint practice. Teams competed in seven on seven drills as well as some full team sets. After many weeks of going against their own teammates, joint practices are an excellent opportunity to change up the pace of summer practices as the football season approaches.
Masked intruders target Vine Grove home in apparent attempted burglary
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Police in Vine Grove are telling homeowners in the area to be on alert after a home on Valley View Drive was targeted by a pair of masked intruders in an apparent attempted burglary. Vine Grove Police said they were contacted at 1:30 a.m. Thursday by...
Louisville head basketball coach Pat Kelsey purchases 9,000-square-foot east end home
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Louisville men's basketball coach Pat Kelsey recently purchased a $2.6 million home near the Glenview neighborhood. According to the deed, which was filed with the Jefferson County Clerk's Office on July 16, Kelsey and his wife purchased the house on Glen Springs Court, near US 42 and Lime Kiln Lane. It has six bedrooms, six full bathrooms and two half bathrooms, according to the Jefferson County Property Valuation Administrator. It also has a backyard pool.
Lexington police searching for burglary suspect after he entered home
The Lexington Police Department is searching for a man who reportedly kicked down the door of an occupied home on July 9 and proceeded to walk through the home before leaving through the back door.
Shepherdsville breaks ground on new aquatic center
SHEPHERDSVILLE, Ky. — Crews broke ground Friday on a new aquatic center in Shepherdsville, Kentucky. The new facility on Joe B. Hall Avenue is expected to enhance recreational fitness for residents of all ages. Officials say the aquatic center is more than just a pool. It's a commitment to...
Travelers at Blue Grass Airport exercise patience amid global tech outage
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - A global technology outage disrupted air travel on Friday. Throughout the morning, travelers at Lexington’s Blue Grass Airport saw the dreaded ‘delayed’ or even ‘canceled’ next to their flights. Even though some major airlines are back up and running, the Microsoft outage has caused a rippling effect.
Early Closures Announced Friday For Jennie Stuart Health Locations
As companies and healthcare facilities continue to experience issues following the Microsoft outage, some Jennie Stuart Health offices closed early Friday. The Medical Imaging Center (Eagle Way Bypass Campus) and Express Lab (Eagle Way Bypass Campus) will close at 10:00 AM. JSH officials added if you had an imaging appointment you will be contacted to reschedule the appointment.
Elizabethtown man sentenced for his role in Jan. 6, 2021, riot at U.S. Capitol
A Hardin County man has been sentenced for his role in the January 6, 2021, insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. William “Jessie” Stover, 47, of Elizabethtown, was charged in a criminal complaint filed in the District of Columbia with civil disorder, a felony offense. He was also charged with misdemeanor offenses of entering and remaining in a restricted building or grounds, disorderly and disruptive conduct in a restricted building or grounds, and impeding passage through the Capitol grounds or buildings.
Kenco worker applications prioritized at local employer
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- A Tri-State employer says that it will prioritize applications from Kenco workers after the Kenco Warehouse was damaged by a tornado in Mt. Vernon last week. Babcock Wilcox (BWXT) in Mt. Vernon made the announcement on Thursday. A statement by BWXT says, “BWXT has reached out to Kenco leadership to offer our […]
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