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- Evansville man accused of kidnapping his ex-girlfriend in a "jealous rage" October 15, 2024HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — An Evansville man is in custody after police say kidnapped his ex-girlfriend right off the street. Authorities say this happened around 4 a.m. Monday morning near Virginia Street and Kentucky Avenue. The victim says she was receiving countless calls and texts from ex-boyfriend, Andrew Clark. She says she received "120 messages […]
- Hold up in progress at Family Dollar in Evansville October 15, 2024EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — Authorities are responding to a hold up at a Family Dollar near Lodge Avenue. Dispatch tells us the call came in at 9:58 p.m. regarding a hold up at the Family Dollar business at 1617 Lodge Avenue. A heavy police presence, including a drone and K-9 units, can be seen by […]
- Vanderburgh County poll workers reflect on first week of early voting October 15, 2024Vanderburgh County residents have been casting their votes ahead of election day. Early voting began Oct. 8, and officials say they've seen impressive numbers already.
- Ford Center credits securing big name entertainment to consistency; shares future upgrade plans October 15, 2024From Oct. through Apr., some big names in entertainment will be hitting the stage at the Ford Center, including Jelly Roll and Kane Brown. Officials say people will also get to experience new renovations for the first time this week.
- 14-year-old boy airlifted after falling at Garden of the Gods October 14, 2024HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — Emergency crews were called out to Garden of the Gods after officials say a 14-year-old had accidentally fallen on the trail. Equality Fire Chief Cole Baker tells us the fall happened on Monday afternoon around 12:30 p.m.. Chief Baker says the boy "slipped and fell" approximately 15 to 20 feet. He […]
- Founder of Dream Riders of Kentucky passes away October 14, 2024HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — The Dream Riders of Kentucky, Inc. has announced one of their founders, Mike Clark, has passed away in a message on social media. The organization was founded in 2003 following Clark's daughter passing away who "left a legacy of helping people who were disadvantaged in some manner." Visitation has been set […]
- Feasibility study to be conducted for new cross-country course October 14, 2024HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) - Explore Evansville has announced plans to conduct a comprehensive feasibility study to explore the development of a new cross-country course in the region. Officials explain this initiative is in response to growing interest in outdoor sports and recreation and the need for a premier course, as the current host site, Angel […]
- Memorial Hospital announces nationwide IV fluid shortage October 14, 2024HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) - Officials with Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center say due to recent Hurricane Helene damage, there is a nationwide shortage of IV fluids impacting health systems across the country. Officials with Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center say in response to this shortage, Memorial Hospital is implementing "proactive conservation efforts aligned […]
- USI Bachelor of Professional Studies adds new concentration October 14, 2024HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) - Officials say the University of Southern Indiana Bachelor of Professional Studies (BPS) Program has added a new concentration in World Languages and Cultures, which is now available to students. The concentration is offered through USI’s College of Liberal Arts. USI says the BPS Program provides the ability for both traditional students […]
- Fire at home on Washington Avenue in Evansville October 14, 2024An EFD crew said the cause of the fire is currently under investigation, and everyone inside the home has been accounted for with no injuries.