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North using "grit" as motivation ahead of Semi-State June 12, 2025
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) -- The North Huskies, one of the most dominant teams in the Tri-State this season, believe they have what it takes to wear the crown in 4-a. “We play a lot of grit,” junior Brooks Carroll said. “We play tough. Our pitching does a lot for us. And we scrape enough runs […]
Working fire reported in the 3000 block of Hawaii Drive in Evansville June 12, 2025
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) -- A working fire has been reported in the 3000 block of Hawaii Drive in Evansville. Officials with Evansville Dispatch say they got a call about a structure fire at 8:18 p.m. Wednesday night. They say fire and EMS are on scene. The cause of the fire is unknown at this time. […]
Texas Roadhouse re-opens in Owensboro June 11, 2025
OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEHT) -- Texas Roadhouse returns to Owensboro. The owner says Owensboro needed the new restaurant. The restaurant has been in Owensboro for 28 years. The old restaurant was torn down. The new building is a huge upgrade with a bigger space, new technology for better efficiency and the same memorabilia everybody loves. The […]
Repairs begin on Blue Bridge in Owensboro June 11, 2025
OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEHT) -- Lane restrictions are underway on the Blue Bridge in Owensboro. This is the first phase of repairs that are set to begin after the fourth of July holiday weekend. Currently one lane of Kentucky 2262 will remain open during this initial part of the work which will include flaggers directing alternating […]
U.S. 41 lanes to re-open as ramps with Lloyd Expressway close June 11, 2025
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) - A stretch of Highway 41 that has been closed and under construction for months will finally see traffic next week. At the same time, drivers will have to navigate new closures near Highway 41 and the Lloyd Expressway. The southbound lanes of Highway 41 between Diamond Avenue and the Lloyd will […]
Man accused of fighting Perry County deputies now facing deportation June 11, 2025
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) - The Perry County Sheriff's Office says a man is now in ICE custody after reportedly resisting law enforcement and causing an injury to a deputy. According to Sheriff Alan Malone, Walter Manueles-Lopez, 25, from Honduras, crashed his vehicle on Interstate 64. Authorities say Manueles-Lopez was arrested for not having a license, […]
Where are they on that project: Rhythm River Distillery June 11, 2025
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) -- Though months away from opening day, excitement is brewing for Rhythm River Distillery. But the building didn't start going up until a few weeks ago. Founders Andrew and Meredith Powell say a wet start to the year slowed down construction. "We really need some dry weather to get this up and […]
HCS announces appointment of 2 assistant superintendents June 11, 2025
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) - Hopkins County Schools (HCS) has announced the appointment of two new assistant superintendents for the district. HCS says the two new appointments include a current district administrator and another with "deep ties" to the district. Dr. Ann Love, district director of human resources, and Jason Clark, most recently an assistant superintendent […]
FEMA continues sending aid to Kentuckians impacted by April storms June 11, 2025
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) -- FEMA has continued to approve housing and other types of assistance for Kentuckians impacted by April and May's severe weather. FEMA officials say over $22,000,000 has been approved for nearly 3,000 residents impacted by severe storms in April. Over $1,000,000 has been approved for those effected by May's tornadoes. Officials say […]
Complaint alleges victims in Gibson County triple homicide had ties to cartel June 11, 2025
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) - Documents filed in Gibson Superior Court may shed light on what lead up to the triple homicide in Gibson County last month. Patrick Waite is accused of shooting and killing three people and injuring one during an incident in Gibson County last month. He alleges the victims had ties to the […]