UPDATE: Investigators released the results of an autopsy which states that Pastorious cause of death is multiple blunt force trauma with contributory medical issues. They added that Pastorious’ body was found below a 15-foot tree stand. “His body was located 30 feet from the tree stand,” according to Indiana Conservation officers. They added that Pastorious […]

TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)— James Minard was arrested Sunday after allegedly beating a dog until it had to be put down from its injuries, court records state. According to the Probable Cause Affidavit from the Terre Haute Police Department, multiple individuals in the neighborhood allegedly witnessed Minard beating the dog with a shovel. According to […]

VIGO COUNTY, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — A crash on I-70 involving a semi-truck rollover sends two people to the hospital. The crash happened on mile marker 14 on I-70, east of the State Road 46 exit in Vigo County. Indiana State Police say for an unknow reason a semi-truck driven by Kumar Mukesh, age 39, of […]

VIGO COUNTY, Ind. (WTHI) - A man accused of hitting a dog with a shovel had his first court appearance Wednesday afternoon. Police arrested James Minard. According to court documents, Minard claimed the dog was aggressive and bit him. Officers said they didn't see any injuries to Minard. Ultimately, the...

ROSEDALE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)— Officers with the Parke County Sheriff’s Department arrested a 32-year-old woman Tuesday after a report of trespassing on U.S. Highway 41. At 5:34 p.m. Tuesday officers with Parke County Sheriff’s Department arrested Kellie Shaw-Wright of Rosedale. Shaw-Wright had allegedly stolen prescription medications and had handed them off to a juvenile along with tobacco and other items in an attempt to hide them.

BRAZIL, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) – UPDATE: Hailynn Volpatti has been released from Clay County Jail after posting bond Friday. She is being tried in Clay Superior Court by Vigo County Superior Court Division Five Judge Matthew Sheehan. Volpatti pleaded not guilty during the initial hearing on Friday. Due to Indiana Rule of Criminal Procedure 26 a […]

TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — We are now less than a week away from Election Day. Vigo County Election Supervisor Elizabeth Stiverson said they are thrilled with early voting turnout. As of Wednesday, 19,750 people have voted early which is 28 percent of registered voters in the county. She says that no matter when and […]

TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — A new hit comedy movie was co-written by a Wabash Valley native. The new comedy movie titled “Let’s Start A Cult” is now showing in theaters nationwide. One of it’s co-stars, Wes Haney, is from Terre Haute. The 2001 graduate of Terre Haute South High School says that his big […]

Vigo County, Indiana has a nearly perfect record in voting for the winning presidential candidate, with the exception of three times, and is expected to continue to support Trump in the upcoming election.

SULLIVAN CO. — A dramatic turn of events unfolded Saturday morning when hunters reported their truck stolen in Sullivan County. The incident began around 8:30 a.m. near the intersection of County Road 700 South and County Road 600 East. According to the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office, hunters informed a...

VIGO COUNTY, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Firefighters and first responders shut down roads and attacked a brush fire in Vigo County Tuesday afternoon. It was near State Road 63 and Bolton Road. As of 3:30 p.m., Bolton Road was closed between State Road 63 and US 150. What started the fire is unclear. Many Indiana counties […]

Vigo County, In. – People have been riding off road vehicles on county trails. The Vigo County Commissioners are asking to keep motorized vehicles off the trails and have amended an ordinance to prohibit driving on the trails. Doing so would result in a ticket being issued similar to a speeding ticket for the first time. The second time would be a misdemeanor or jail time. Commissioner Chris Switzer says using things like a scooter, stroller, or bicycle is still perfectly fine to use on trails that don’t specifically say otherwise.

TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Six tiny blue homes in Terre Haute aim to provide an opportunity at stable housing for local veterans. Those homes are known as Veteran’s Village. Terre Haute Area Association of Realtors President Kyle Shoults says the cluster of homes will provide a unique opportunity for local veterans to get back […]

TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)— The Catholic Charities Christmas Store has announced dates for families to register for Christmas Store shopping. Any families in Vigo County must register in person at the Christmas Store at 1440 Locust Street to shop at the store this holiday season. According to Danielle Elkins, the Program Director for the Catholic […]

FARMERSBURG, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Halloween is just around the corner, and many cities and towns throughout the Wabash Valley are preparing for trick-or-treaters. WTWO has compiled a list of dates and times for trick-or-treating throughout the area. Most cities follow the premise of only trick-or-treating at residences that have a porch light on or obvious […]

Terre Haute, In. – The public got their first look at the new 12 Points Branch of the Vigo County Public Library on Monday during the grand opening. Not only are there books in the library but visitors will find a rooftop deck, a kitchen and a slide. Coming soon there will be a utility room available to reserve with a shower and a washer and dryer. There will also be a tool library in the garage to check out like a book. The 12 points Branch will be open Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Noon to 6pm on Wednesday and Thursday and closed on Sunday.

TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Regional Hospital is teaming up with local first responders for the second annual Fill-a-Truck event. Teams will be collecting non-perishable food items, new clothing and toys for families in need in the Wabash Valley. The collected items will go to local families and food pantries and closets.

Vigo County, In. – High winds and dry condition are not a good combination. Tuesday fire crews from around the county were busy fighting grass and brush fires. One of the largest fires was at intersection of State Road 63 and Bolton Road. The cause is not known but as fast as the fire crew knocked it down the wind flared it up again. Another fire was burning in the vicinity of Cobblestone Crossing causing a lot of smoke blowing toward the buildings. All of the counties in the Wabash Valley have issued burn bans banning any outside burning.

VIGO COUNTY, Ind. (WTHI) - Kids are back out in their costumes for trick-or-treating, ready to score some good candy. While it's fun for everyone, it's also important to keep safety top of mind. Indiana State Police say it is important to know what measures parents can take to ensure...

Instances like these are keeping area fire departments busy, as they try to put them out before they can turn into something even more serious. Brush fires break out in Vigo County from extreme dry conditions mixed with intense wind. The strong wind today created the perfect conditions for fires...