Evansville woman charged with neglect resulting in death
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - An Evansville woman arrested in May in a neglect case is now facing a much more serious charge. Kathryn Payton is now charged with neglect of dependent resulting in death. As we reported previously, Payton was arrested after police say a pest control worker found her...
Seven Agencies Team Up to Nab Child Predator in Western Kentucky Sting
FBI Louisville says a child predator was safely taken into custody Monday night following a coordinated operation involving agencies from Kentucky and Indiana. The agency has not yet released the suspect's identity, the exact location of the arrest, or whether charges will be filed at the state or federal level.
“Take every opportunity you get:” Deaconess launches apprenticeship program
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — At Deaconess Midtown Hospital, seven lucky students get a head start in their healthcare careers. Gehlhausen: “I’m able to dive deep into nursing and be able to jump start my nursing career right now as a 16-year-old,” says Healthcare Assistant Apprentice Melody Gehlhausen. INCAP Healthcare As
Kentucky transportation officials say twin bridges are safe
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — Traffic is moving again across the twin bridges in Henderson. State highway crews re-opened all southbound lanes on Monday after inspections led to temporary repairs. Despite that good news, a picture showing a crack in the structure is still causing concern online. These pictures started maki
Deputies: Man pulled over for speeding with child in vehicle, meth and gun found
VANDERBURGH CO., Ind. (WFIE) - Vanderburgh County deputies say they arrested a man with meth and a gun after they pulled him over for speeding while a child was in the vehicle. Around 7 p.m. Tuesday, deputies say they stopped Andrew Lee, 48, for going 72 mph in a posted...
Shooter testifies in murder-for-hire trial
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — The Samuel Huggler trial continues with testimony from the man police say Huggler hired to shoot at his family in 202 which left his 18-year-old sister Olivia Huggler dead. On Tuesday, that shooter testified. It’s been nearly five years since a shooting on Kirkwood Drive left one person dead.
Henderson officials to hold meeting on proposed rezoning near Bentley Point
HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - Henderson officials will hold a public information meeting Wednesday about a proposed rezoning of property next to Bentley Point and Henderson Municipal Power & Light. City officials will be present to provide information about the proposed project and answer questions. The meeting is scheduled
Henderson Police double down on Flock Cameras
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — The Henderson Police Department justified the use of Flock Cameras during a board of commissioners meeting on Tuesday. Henderson Police Chief Billy Bolin gave a presentation to the commissioners detailing how and why officers use Flock Cameras. This comes as community concern grew over the use o
EPD launches Drone as First Responder program
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Evansville Police Department officials announced that they have officially launched their Drone as First Responder program. According to a press release, this technology enables officers to respond faster to emergencies and improve safety for both first responders and the community. Officials
City of Evansville hosting third Block-by-Block neighborhood event
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - City of Evansville officials say they will be hosting their third Block-by-Block event next month in the Glenwood/Culver neighborhood. According to a press release, the event will bring city services directly into the neighborhood. Officials the cleanup event will strengthen connections betwee
