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Road closure planned for State Road 66 in Spencer Co.
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) has announced a road closure for State Road 66 in Spencer County. Officials say beginning on or around July 8, crews will closed State Road 66 in Spencer County near Troy. This closure will occur between McDaniel Cemetery Road and North County Road 1250 E. […]
GP-15 stops by Evansville riverfront to promote hydroplane boat races
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – There have been efforts in recent years to bring back the Evansville Regatta Hydroplane boat races on the river in Evansville. On Monday, a racing boat on its way back from Alabama stopped by to promote Evansville’s event next year. The owner raced in Evansville as far back as 1984. Jason […]
Tell City Police Department to post Sgt. Heather Glenn’s cruiser in front of station
The Tell City Police Department is inviting the community to stop by throughout the day for a moment of reflection and to observe a commemorative plaque on the outside of the building plus a memorial display in the lobby.
Car crashes into business in Owensboro
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- Police Officers in Owensboro responded to an injury collision at a Starbucks on Frederica Street this morning. Officials say that around 7:40 a.m. a vehicle drove into the building which caused minor injuries to two customers. Two individuals have minor injuries and were treated on the scene. The Starbucks will be closed […]
Ground to be broken on new Chandler fire station
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — The Chandler Fire Department begins a new chapter Tuesday. Ground will be broken to build a new facility to better serve the town and its residents. The new building will be located on North Iowa Street. Everyone is invited to attend the groundbreaking ceremony Tuesday at 5:30 pm.
Severe Weather Threat on Wednesday
There is a slight risk for severe weather on Wednesday afternoon and evening. This threat is mainly for damaging winds. The tornado threat is less than two percent and the large hail threat is less than five percent. A Heat Advisory may also be issued on Wednesday with heat index reading from 100-105 degrees tomorrow […]
Morganfield church hosts freedom festival
HENDERSON Ky. (WEHT) — The Fourth of July holiday is still a few days away, but one area church held its celebration early. The Morganfield First Baptist Church held a freedom fest Monday night. The church offered the community games, food trucks, activities, and more. But church officials tell Eyewitness News the companionship and faith […]
Giving back: Brad looks back on community organizations he worked with
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Brad Byrd and Jessica Costello look back at some of the organizations that have left a handprint on Brad’s heart. Brad has made many connections through organizations such as the American Heart Association, Easterseals, and the Santa Clothes Club. Kelly Schneider, the CEO of Easterseals says Brad is “the voice of […]
At least one injured after shooting in Warrick Co.
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Warrick County Sheriff confirms a shooting occurred today on the 2800 block of Joellen that resulted in at least one hospitalization. Warrick County Dispatch confirmed the initial call came in at 6:12 p.m. and that police were on the scene. Eyewitness News was able to speak with Sheriff Wilder about […]
Parking attendants return to Henderson
Henderson, Ky. (WEHT) – For more than two years people, have been able to park in downtown Henderson without the fear of receiving a parking ticket-that is changing. With the end of the pandemic people are getting out, which means it is more difficult to find a good parking spot in places like Henderson. Holli […]
A time it was: Brad Byrd reflects on his 46-year career
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Brad Byrd’s last night at the ABC 25 and CW 7 anchor desk will be Tuesday. Brad and chief photographer John Simpson reflected on some of the biggest stories he covered over his 46-year-long career. You can watch part one of the retrospective in the video player above. Part two will […]
Exit ramps in Hopkins Co. to be closed on Tuesday
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) says a contractor plans to complete ramp paving operations at the Interstate 69/Pennyrile Parkway/Western Kentucky Parkway interchange on July 2. Officials say each of the ramps that were closed for paving last week will be closed one at a time for approximately one hour each to […]
Henderson Police find skeletal remains in town
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — Henderson Police confirm it has found skeletal remains in a wooded area on the south of town on Friday. Police believe someone wandering through the woods found the remains. Investigators are working to identify the remains, determine a cause of death and find out how long the remains have been in […]
Evansville women’s tennis tournament returns for 25th anniversary
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Women’s Hospital Classic will celebrate its 25th anniversary as it returns to Evansville from July 15 to July 21 at the Wesselman Park Tennis Center. Officials say the tournament will feature players ranked as high as 100 in the world, and competitors will have the opportunity to earn points towards […]
Skeletal remains found in Henderson woods
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Henderson Police have confirmed skeletal remains were found on the south end of town on Friday. According to police, the remains were reported to authorities by someone walking through the woods near the river. Officials say the remains were sent to Louisville to determine an identity and a cause of death. […]
Holcomb announces Warrick County judicial appointment
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Governor Eric Holcomb announced the appointment of Brett Roy to the Warrick County Superior Court #2. Roy has been the chief public defender in Warrick County since 2021. According to a release from Holcomb’s office, Roy was previously a self-employed attorney in Boonville and served as a part-time public defender. He […]
Politicians react to Supreme Court ruling on Trump’s immunity
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Supreme Court made a ruling in regard to immunity in Trump’s 2020 election interference case. According to the Associated Press, the court’s conservative majority said former presidents have absolute immunity from prosecution for official acts that fall within their “exclusive sphere of constitutional authority” and are presumptively entitled to immunity […]
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