Building permit for solar farm off KY. 425 in question
With construction set to start June 15, HMP&L and project developer Stellar Renewable say they don’t know what the issue is. The issuance of a building permit for the Henderson County Solar project, which officials say will provide 20% of the energy for Henderson Municipal Power & Light’s customers once built, could be
Food truck festival set for Sunday at Washington Square Mall
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) -Evansville Foodies Fest is coming to Washington Square Mall this weekend. Officials say the event will feature a diverse lineup of food trucks serving everything from savory street eats to sweet treats. They say all food trucks will be stationed just outside for easy access and fresh-air...
Convicted child molester and murderer faces new charges in Evansville
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – A man who was previously convicted of child molestation and murder in the 90s was booked into the Vanderburgh County Jail following an investigation into inappropriate sexual conduct with a juvenile. According to an affidavit, a juvenile reported to authorities that Daniel Littlepage, 56, made s
Hopkins County Judge Executive explains decision to not extend gas tax
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — Leaders with the Hopkins County Government has announced that they will not be extending the gas tax implemented by Governor Andy Beshear’s state of emergency. According to Judge Executive Jack Whitfield Jr., he did not extend the Governor’s emergency because it doesn’t move the needle for indiv
Fire breaks out at grain elevator equipment of South Main Street company
Fire appearing to be contained to equipment over the Ohio River broke out at the grain elevator on South Main Street in Henderson around 2:30 p.m. Wednesday. Smoke was seen billowing from a conveyor belt and below it a large pylon, and at times when the smoke cleared, flames were seen shooting up.
KSP looking for help identifying motorcycle rider
HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - Kentucky State Police Post 16 in Henderson is looking for some assistance from the public as they try to identify an individual pictured on a dirt bike. Authorities say that motorcycle driver was last seen in the Stanley area of Daviess County on Church Street just...
Well-known west side restaurant set to close at end of June
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - After several years of business along Franklin Street in Evansville, the owners of Copper House have made the decision to close up. Their final day of service will be on Sunday, June 28. On a social media post, Copper House is thanking everyone who shared a...
Man accused of using fake money in several transactions
Porter was booked on multiple theft and fraud charges.
Copper House in Evansville set to close
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — A Franklin Street staple is preparing to serve its last meal. The Copper House says its final day of service will be on June 28. In a Facebook post, the restaurant thanked customers for their years of support and encouraged them to visit one last time. The announcement comes after the […]
Gibson County Fair Celebrates 170th Anniversary in 2026
The 2026 Gibson County Fair features monster trucks, Aaron Tippin, motocross, rodeos, rides, and plenty of classic fair food.

















