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- DEA, local law enforcement arrest nearly a dozen people November 30, 2021VANDERBURGH CO., Ind (WEHT) Following an investigation several months in the making, the Drug Enforcement Agency, as well as law enforcement in Evansville and Indianapolis, carried out a drug raid Tuesday morning. We're told authorities were searching for nearly a dozen people. One of them is still at large. All those arrested were people accused […]
- Madisonville highway construction to continue into early December November 30, 2021MADISONVILLE, Ky. (WEHT) Efforts to pave the intersection of North Main and Nebo Road are expected to continue at least through Friday. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet ask that motorists stay aware of this ongoing development. With the work expected to be completed by the end of this week, traffic delays are expected and flaggers will […]
- Deputy Bryan Hicks making progress, says sheriff November 30, 2021POSEY CO, Ind (WEHT) – Sheriff Tom Latham says Deputy Bryan Hicks is working hard at rehab after he was shot back in September while conducting a welfare check at a home in New Harmony. In the minutes of a recent meeting, Sheriff Latham says as part of his rehabilitation, Deputy Hicks is using a […]
- Wendell Foster holding Giving Tuesday campaign November 30, 2021OWENSBORO, Ky (WEHT) - Wendell Foster invites you to participate in their Giving Tuesday campaign. Their goal is to raise $35,000 to help empower people with disabilities to realize their dreams. You can donate by clicking here, or text WFGIVES to 243725.
- Father of two-year-old shot in Henderson speaks out November 30, 2021Henderson, Ky. (WEHT) - Jon Lindsey has experienced something no parent ever dreams of dealing with: their own child being shot. That was the unfortunate case for his two year old daughter Phoenix, who was struck by a bullet while riding in the car with her mother and aunt. "From first glance, she seemed fine," […]
- Prayer vigil held for babies killed in Evansville car crash November 30, 2021EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) -- Community members held a prayer vigil Monday to remember two Evansville children killed in a car crash four years ago. 2-year-old Princess Carter and 7-month-old Prince Carter died in 2017. A man fleeing police sped through a stop sign and crashed into a car driven by Janae Carter, the mother of […]
- Owensboro Police investigating shooting on Elm Street November 30, 2021OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEHT) -- On Monday, Nov. 29 around 5:43 p.m., the Owensboro Police Department say they responded to the 700 Block of Elm Street on a report of a shooting. According to police reports, a male adult was found with a single gunshot wound and taken to the Owensboro Health Regional Hospital by ambulance. […]
- Shop Owensboro aims to celebrate the small business community November 30, 2021OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEHT) -- The weekend kicked off the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce's "Shop Owensboro " event, which runs through the entire week. A spokesperson with the Chamber says the event was created to elevate the well-known "Shop Small Saturday" concept, a nationally recognized shopping day occurring each year on the Saturday following Thanksgiving. Shop Owensboro has […]
- Refugees from Afghanistan adjust to Tri-State after long journey November 30, 2021As refugees from Afghanistan continue arriving in the Tri-State, two of them share their stories about what they went through in their home country, and here in the U.S.
- McCutchanville Fire Department warns of Christmas light dangers November 30, 2021EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) -- The McCutchanville Fire Department posted a warning on social media in hopes to spread awareness for holiday light safety. The post reminds the public of the "do's and don'ts" of setting up Christmas lights for indoor and outdoor use. Some of the advice given includes things such as turning off lights […]
Evansville Courier & Press
- Patricia Swanson leaves legacy as education reporter, EVSC school board member November 30, 2021Patricia "Patty" Swanson leaves a legacy as both an education journalist and an eight-year EVSC school board member.
- A Warrick County 'hermit' was found dead almost 100 years ago. Was it murder? November 30, 2021Officials claimed a farmer named Mike Sovercool was kicked to death by his horse. But others believed he was rich and murdered for his money.
- Gifts with a Tri-State twist: A dozen ideas from sips to an SUV November 30, 2021Wish someone a Very Merry Christmas by giving something that is Very Tri-state — produced or chiefly available in our neck of the woods.
- Evansville couple Natalie and Seth Lee establish foundation to help with adoption costs November 30, 2021Natalie Martin decided to adopt a child after having complication getting pregnant, and now uses her story to help other couples.
- Snow forecasts are hit and miss in Tri-State November 29, 2021The Tri-State has had some big snowfalls and some duds. There seems to be no rhyme nor reason from year to year on how much snow we'll get.
- Coroner releases names in Evansville incident that resulted in murder/suicide November 29, 2021The Vanderburgh County Coroner's Office released the names of the victim and suspect of a murder/suicide that occurred Saturday night on Iowa Street
- Police: Two dead in Evansville murder-suicide on Iowa Street November 29, 2021The death of an Evansville woman is under investigation by the Evansville Police Department.
- From Terre Haute to the West Side: Franklin Nutrition brings energy to Franklin Street November 29, 2021New coffee and smoothie shop offers Herbalife products from high-protein smoothies and coffee to aloe vera shots
- These Evansville-area Christmas tree farms are open despite shortages elsewhere November 29, 2021If you're looking for the full Clark Griswold pick-a-tree-and-cut-it-down experience this Christmas in Vanderburgh County, you have options.
- Evansville native Steven Adams competing in Elon Musk-sponsored climate change competition November 29, 2021An Evansville native is leading a startup company that is developing a way to tackle climate change with a process that could also help farmers.
- Stay Hungry: A German Christmas, where to get La Campirana downtown and more food news November 29, 2021We're bringing you Tri-State restaurant happenings and food news you need to know. Check out this weekly feature to keep up to date on the latest.
- Not just some guy in a suit: 'Real' Santa Clauses work hard for the money at Christmastime November 29, 2021Ask any of the non-profit organizations that recruit, train and book events for Kris Kringles: A real Santa isn't just some guy who puts on a suit.
- Evansville-area high school, college students find 'big' issues lead to political engagement November 29, 2021Local students don't have to have their own political aspirations to have an interest in government. And it's the big issues that are drawing them in.
- The do's and don'ts of caring for the birds in your yard this winter November 29, 2021Want to help the birds in your yard survive the winter weather in the Midwest? Follow this list of 12 tips.
- 'Another horrible message': How ending COVID public health emergency could impact Indiana November 29, 2021While there are few downsides to continuing public health emergency, experts say, ending it would risk sending wrong message that pandemic has ended.
- Jersey Mike's Subs has come to town as first Evansville location opens November 28, 2021Sandwich chain Jersey Mike's Subs has made its way to Evansville.
- CenterPoint should explore alternative to rate-hiking gas turbines, according to OUCC November 26, 2021Customers, environmental groups and the Office of Utility Consumer Counselor all want alternative to CenterPoint proposed gas turbines and rate hike.
- IHSAA football state finals: Mike Goebel guides Mater Dei to first state finals since 2014 November 26, 2021Difficult, determined, yet thoughtful and caring, Mater Dei's Mike Goebel a multi-faceted West Side legend
- Forgot the butter? These Evansville and Henderson grocery stores open on Thanksgiving November 25, 2021Forget an ingredient for Thanksgiving dinner? No worries: Several stores in Evansville, Henderson and Newburgh are open on the holiday.
- Small Business Saturday: Where to shop in Evansville, Newburgh and Henderson November 25, 2021Small businesses in Southwest Indiana and Western Kentucky are expecting more normalcy as we head into the 2021 holiday season.