UPDATE: Boil water advisory in Owensville after water main break
OWENSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Repairs made to a water main break Tuesday now has residents in Owensville boiling their water for the forseeable future. The Gibson County Sheriff’s Office says it happened around 2:30 p.m. Tuesday on Brummitt Street, also known as State Road 165. That’s one of the...
Woman accused of murdering 77-year-old man makes court appearance
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - The Evansville woman accused of murdering 77-year-old William McLean was in court on Tuesday. Court records show a preliminary plea of not guilty was entered for the suspect, Kelly Casey. Additionally, it was decided she would be held without bond and remain in the custody of...
Warm, Storms Return This Weekend
Gusty winds and continued dry conditions in the Evansville and Southern Indiana area keep the fire danger heightened through early Tuesday evening. Winds are expected to calm around sunset tonight. We anticipate a shift in our weather pattern, as daily high temperatures are projected to reach the low 80s for...
Deadly Motorcycle Crash Under Investigation in Posey County
POSEY COUNTY, Ind. (WEVV) — Authorities are investigating a deadly crash that occurred Tuesday afternoon at the intersection of State Road 62 and St. Phillips Road, according to the Posey County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies were dispatched to the scene at approximately 2:45 p.m. following reports of a collision...
Grandparents and Seniors celebrated at the Golden Gala
Organizers at Henderson County High School say the event is all about honoring the families and traditions that helped shape the community.
Meet Strawberry Shortcake, The Tortoise Thriving After A Tough Start In Evansville
A rescued tortoise named Strawberry Shortcake is charming the community after a tough start in Evansville, now thriving and promoting animal care at local events.
New River Patrol Unit Launches In Evansville
Law enforcement is back on the Ohio River in Evansville for the first time in decades with a new joint patrol unit focused on safety and prevention.
Jury selected for murder trial 8 years in the making
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — A jury has been selected for a trial that has been eight years in the making. In 2018 Robert Ballard Junior was charged with the death of Amanda Weir on Delaware Street. Since then he was declared not competent to stand trial eight times. In 2022 Ballard’s case went to trial […]
EVSC board member talks ‘nepotism’ in wake of report
EVANSVILLE — Responding to a Courier & Press story about teachers who work in schools led by their mother or father, one veteran EVSC school board member insisted Monday that "direct reporting relationships" are what count. "If an employee is not in a direct supervisor relationship, I have not viewed that alone as a problem," Chris Kiefer said during the board's regularly scheduled meeting. If a...
Local H.S. students host ‘Golden Gala Prom’ for senior citizens
HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - Henderson County High School rolled out the red carpet on Monday for a special group of visitors. Students and staff invited all grandparents and senior citizens to dust off their dancing shoes and enjoy a day of fun at their annual ‘Golden Gala Prom’.

















