Local fireworks rules in effect for Evansville, Vanderburgh Co.
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Monday, June 29 marks the start when Evansville and Vanderburgh County residents can light their fireworks at their homes. As of this week, residents can shoot off fireworks until 11:00 p.m. on July 9. On the 4th of July, that time gets pushed to midnight. For...
DNR: 17-year-old drowns at New Lake Campground near Oakland City
OAKLAND CITY, Ind. (WFIE) - Indiana DNR officials say they’ve found the body of a teenage boy after a drowning at New Lake Campground near Oakland City. Officials say the call went out around 5:25 p.m. Monday, saying there was a missing person in the water. Several crews were...
Madisonville coffee shop to permanently close its doors
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — A Madisonville coffee shop is closing its doors for good after years of operation. Campfire Roasters Express announced on social media that it will be closing on July 11. “We are incredibly thankful to everyone who helped our family realize the dream of owning our own coffee business. The lesson
Magnitude 3.5 earthquake jolts southern Illinois, felt by hundreds across multiple states
Residents across southern Illinois were rattled Monday morning after a magnitude 3.5 earthquake sent light shaking across four states.
State objects to convicted child killer’s request for execution extension
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The State of Indiana has filed an objection to a request to extend the execution date for a man convicted of killing two children in Vanderburgh County. Counsel representing Jeffrey Weisheit filed a motion for extension last week requesting an additional 15 day extension to file his response to
Wayne’s Giveback Project: How Y&E builds leaders, strengthens the community
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — Helping a family put food on the table, mentoring a student after school and teaching a child how to become a leader. At Young & Established, they’re all part of the same mission. For 13 years, the Evansville nonprofit has worked to strengthen the community from both directions, serving famili
Madisonville 4th Fest and Praise in the Park to return
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Madisonville 4th Fest and Praise in the Park is scheduled for this weekend. 4th Fest will be on Friday and Saturday at Madisonville City Park. Admission is free, there will be food, music and other activities and gates open at 3 p.m. Starting at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, Quad City DJ’s, […]
KYTC’s High Water Report for June 29, 2026
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – As of 10:45 a.m., the officials with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) updated what roads are underwater. Officials say high water has been reported on some roads in the Eyewitness News coverage area. High water signs have been placed at the following locations: Officials with the KYTC
Over 2K people attend Henderson Pride despite severe weather risk
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — Despite the heat and severe weather, Henderson Pride still had a big crowd. According to officials, over 2,000 people attended the annual Pride Festival. The event featured live performances, food trucks and other activities. Officials say they celebrated pride in the most amazing way. “I truly
EPD reminds residents of firework rules ahead of 4th of July
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — As the Fourth of July holiday approaches, the Evansville Police Department is reminding residents about when and where consumer fireworks are allowed within city limits. Officials say fireworks may be used in Evansville from now through July 9, beginning at 5 p.m. each day and...
