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SPENCER COUNTY, Ind. (WEVV) — A Spencer County man has been sentenced to prison for child molestation. The Spencer County Prosecutor's Office announced Tuesday that 35-year-old Joseph Coomes of Rockport had been sentenced to 20 years in prison. According to prosecutors, Coomes' sentencing comes after the victim...

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — A 22-year-old man was arrested for reckless driving on the Lloyd Expressway, police said. Evansville Police Department officers were enforcing speed limits on Saturday, October 18, after receiving multiple complaints about speeding. Around 4 p.m., officers clocked a white Dodge Challenger at...

Everyone loves a good comeback story, but this comeback may be the greatest comeback in comeback history!. Growing up in the 90s, every time we were in Evansville, I'd always beg my parents to take me to Toys R Us. It was seriously the coolest place for kids. I remember being a kid and going into Toys R Us and just...

Join 1,000 neighbors for a free meal, great conversation, and community connection at the 2nd annual Longest Table on November 2 at the C.K. Newsome Center.

An Evansville church is facing challenges during the government shutdown.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - If you’ve ever watched a CSI show, you might be fascinated by how quickly a crime gets solved based off the smallest piece of evidence. Over the past few years, DNA evidence has allowed Tri-State law enforcement to make breakthroughs on dozens of cold cases and difficult crimes.

2. MEETING MEMORANDUM: October 1, 2025 (Meeting Canceled October 15, 2025) a. Request Re: Approve and Execute Land Use Agreement with Central Bark Dog Park. b. Request Re: Central Bark Dog Park requests permission to expand the gravel driveway and parking area. -Houseman. c. Request Re: Approve and Execute Bayard...

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — Evansville Water and Sewer Utility (EWSU) announced that their annual fall leaf collection will begin on October 27 and run through December 12. City residential customers who pay for trash and recycling through their water and sewer bill can participate in the program. Residents should...

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Evansville’s Walnut Street Corridor is now open; officials say it’s a perfect example of a new initiative focused on making city streets safer for all users. The initiative is part of a global non-profit called Vision Zero. Deputy Mayor Lindsay Snyder says the Corridor,...

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Evansville will serve as one of the locations accepting unused or expired prescription medication as part of the DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. According to a press release, the “Take Back” initiative helps to prevent prescription drug abuse and theft through proper...