Evansville IN

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) -- Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden announced the birth of a Humboldt penguin chick. The zoo named the baby penguin Wensleydale, though staff members call him Dale. Zoo officials said Dale was born in February to parents Prince and Calypso and is almost ready to meet...

Trinity United Methodist Church in Madison, Indiana was left smoldering Tuesday morning after a fire devastated the historic building. Now, Evansville’s own Trinity UMC plans to lend a helping hand.

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — A woman is behind bars after a hit-and-run in Gibson County. A release from the Gibson County Sheriff’s Office says deputies were called to an accident with injuries on the US 41 ramp on I-64. They found an SUV with rear damage at the stoplight. The driver told deputies a vehicle […]

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Henderson officials anticipate a paving project will disrupt traffic. The city of Henderson says it will begin paving streets on May 13. Paving work is expected to continue through May 15. Temporary closures and/or delays may occur during construction. It may be best to avoid these streets where

OHIO COUNTY, Ky. (WEHT) — As gas prices continue to climb some first responders say it is putting a strain on the budget. Ohio County Sheriff Adam Wright says on average the office spends eight to ten thousand dollars on fuel weekly. Due to the war in Iran and the subsequent rising gas prices he […]

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - After a long day at work, or just being inside, you may want some nice, fresh air. Those with the Evansville Area Trails Coalition are trying to give you that chance and make it easier to enjoy the natural beauty of the area. Executive Director, Lorie...

The Mount Vernon Police Department is teaming up with the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute to remind drivers to buckle up during the nationwide “Click It or Ticket” campaign. The enforcement effort began yesterday and continues through May 31st. Officers will conduct extra patrols focused on seatbelt use and making s

The Indiana Department of Transportation has begun its spring schedule of chip and seal road maintenance. The following roadways will be closed for chip and seal projects:. May 11-13 - State Road 165 in Posey County between S.R. 66 and S.R. 68. May 18-21 – State Road 69 in Posey...

Mount Vernon, Illinois May 11, 2026 (Issuewire.com) Kelly R. Scott, owner of Little Britches, is using a local donation as a broader call for people nationwide to support the organizations already serving families, veterans, and neighbors in their own communities. As Little Britches enters its next chapter, Scott annou

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — A man was arrested early Tuesday morning after deputies say he performed a burnout in front of a patrol car and drove recklessly through Evansville. Vanderburgh County Sheriff's deputies arrested 23-year-old Kavoriante Outlaw on 11 preliminary charges, including operating a motor vehicle while