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VIDEO: Church in Evansville struck by car for second time April 5, 2026
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) -- A church in Evansville has been involved in another hit and run. According to the church's pastor, Free Pentecostal Church at the end of Vann Avenue at Reinhardt Road was hit by a car around midnight. A police report says the car was going just over 40 mph when it hit […]
Who's in the News? Executive Director of Young and Established Courtney Johnson April 5, 2026
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) -- Courtney Johnson is the founder and Executive Director of Young and Established. In 2013, Courtney Johnson founded Young & Established with the goal of reaching out to the youth. Johnson believed that every child, regardless of their circumstances, deserved the opportunity to realize their potential. Now, Johnson is continuing his work […]
SUV crash leads to house fire in Daviess County April 5, 2026
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) -- Crews were called to a house fire in Daviess County early Sunday morning after an SUV crashed into a home. A release from the Daviess County Sheriff's Office says first responders were called to a home at the Colony Mobile Home neighborhood near Thruston at around 4:50 a.m. Upon arrival, crews […]
Illinois basketball fans cheer on team in Final Four showdown April 5, 2026
MT. CARMEL, IL. (WEHT) -- College basketball fans gathered to watch the Fighting Illini take on UConn in the March Madness Final Four. Eyewitness News had a crew at Stymie's Rest at West Berwick Golf Course in Mt. Carmel. Dozens of fans made it out to cheer on the team. Saturday was Illinois men's basketball […]
"We're always here to help": Muhlenberg County coffee shop raises funds for teen seriously injured in crash April 5, 2026
MUHLENBERG COUNTY, Ky (WEHT) -- A Muhlenberg County coffee shop is partnering with emergency services to support a teen in critical condition following a car accident. “One thing about Muhlenberg County that I love is, when one of us hurts, we all hurt, and it's amazing to see a community like this come together,” says […]
Upcoming water tower cleaning may affect Grayville water pressure April 5, 2026
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) -- Those living in Grayville may soon experience a drop in water pressure. According to the city's facebook page, crews will begin draining the water tower. Officials say it's to keep the infrastructure in good working order. Officials say there should be little to no disruption during the changeover. On Tuesday, crews […]
Henderson County High wins gold at Skills USA State Competition April 5, 2026
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) -- Henderson County High School students took home the gold at a statewide skills competition. The colonels earned two awards at the Skills USA State Competition in Louisville on Saturday. School administrators say the Colonels' Tactical Response Team earned first place in the contest and Criminal Justice Team earned third. Henderson police […]
U.S. 41 in Hopkins County blocked by crash, downed power lines April 4, 2026
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) -- A crash in Hopkins County has shut down a portion of U.S. 41. According to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, District 2, the U.S. 41 between Clarence Woodis Road (10.5 mm) and Bell Crossing (10.35 mm) is blocked. Officials say car crashed into powerlines and have fallen onto the road, blocking traffic. […]
Gov. Mike Braun orders flags at half-staff to honor Indiana captain killed in Operation Epic Fury April 4, 2026
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) -- Indiana Governor Mike Braun has directed flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of Captain Seth Koval, who was killed in action overseas in support of Operation Epic Fury. Capt. Koval was killed on March 12. Officials say flags will be lowered to half-staff on Saturday from sunrise to sunset […]
Posey County man charged with rape and sexual battery April 4, 2026
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) -- A Posey County man is charged with multiple sex crimes after an investigation by the Posey County Sheriff's Office. A release from the sheriff's office says 32-year-old Colin Weatherford was arrested on Friday, after a victim accused him of rape. Officials say the victim reported the rape back in January. No […]