Evansville IN

Henderson County Schools has named Dawn Forker as the new principal of Thelma B. Johnson Early Learning Center. Forker brings more than two decades of educational experience to the role, including leadership as an assistant superintendent, elementary principal, and special education teacher. Throughout her career, she

NEWBURGH, Ind (WEHT) – A 5th grader from John H. Castle Elementary School was recognized for demonstrating calm and poise when a family member was suffering a medical emergency. The Ohio Township Fire Department states on October 28, 2025, Elizabeth Chambers showed exceptional bravery, compassion and maturity during a

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Authorities are dealing with a crash involving several vehicles near the Vanderburgh - Gibson County line. Indiana State Police say this happened just after 3:00 p.m. along southbound U.S. 41 at Warrenton Road. Authorities tell us there were five cars involved in the crash, but thankfully,...

BOONVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - The City of Boonville is parting ways with Veolia, and they will maintain the services themselves with a new city department. The Board of Public Works voted to recommend canceling their contract, and City Council members say they also support the decision. The mayor said they’ve...

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — Indiana State Police have arrested the current West Baden Assistant Police Chief on felony charges. A release from ISP says 60-year-old Thomas Burkhardt of Dubois is facing several charges including battery, following allegations made by multiple alleged victims. Burkhardt was arrested on Tuesda

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Some changes are coming for Indiana students and teachers in the new school year. EVSC officials say that a new Indiana law going into effect on July 1st will require school districts to ban personal electronic devices during the school day. That means students will have...

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – According to officials with The DAM, to help keep the lines moving, Beaver Dam Amphitheater will officially transition to a cashless venue beginning May 23. Officials say this move aligns with policies already adopted by many major concert venues, arenas, stadiums and entertainment facilities ac

EVANSVILLE — Waiting for area public school students and parents next school year is an Indiana state law that makes one flat, nonnegotiable demand. Effective July 1, students may not use wireless communication devices, which the statute defines as any portable, wireless device with the capability to provide voice mess

OAKLAND CITY, Ind. (WFIE) - Oakland City University is getting rid of some of their employees. OCU spokesperson Todd Mosby says they are suspending their undergraduate programs and laying off employees. The layoffs are effective at the end of the month, May 31st. We’re told students will be provided guidance...

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - You may be looking for alternate forms of energy, especially if your electric bill, like many in southwest Indiana, has been on the rise recently. Monday, Solar United Neighbors held an information session for those considering solar energy to power their homes, and it was a packed house.