4-car crash slowing traffic heading towards Reo in Spencer Co.
SPENCER CO., Ind. (WFIE) - A multiple vehicle accident is causing traffic delays for many drivers in Spencer County. Dispatch says the crash was called in at 4:15 p.m. and was reported east of Luce Elementary School. A viewer tells us drivers are backed up at least half-a-mile on Highway...
Scattered Showers and Storms Today
Scattered showers and thunderstorms are possible today, mainly after daybreak as temperatures rise. Some storms could produce heavy rainfall, leading to a localized flooding risk, especially if a storm stalls over an area. While widespread flooding isn't expected, we will be monitoring for any slow-moving storms that...
Federal charges filed against Evansville electrician’s union over $1.29M fine
An Evansville man has filed charges at the National Labor Relations Board against the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 16 union after he says the organization fined him $1.29 million.
Stores and shoppers dealing with higher fireworks prices
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - The 4th of July is this week, which means many people are getting their fireworks ready for the big day. Changing rules around tariffs mean the cost of the Independence Day staple may not look the same this year. Those at Mark’s Fireworks say most fireworks...
Calls about fireworks are clogging 911 phone lines
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — As the Fourth of July approaches, Tri-State dispatchers are facing a surge in calls about loud noises. The confusion between fireworks and gunshots has led to misplaced 911 calls, dispatchers told 44News. "9-11… yea I was just outside in my front yard and I thought...
Family, police keep pushing 5 years after Evansville woman’s disappearance
EVANSVILLE – Dawnita Wilkerson has missed a lot. A few weeks ago, a new grandbaby arrived. It was her second since 2020, coming after a 4-year-old who loves to chase her cousins around with baby frogs. And there have been deaths. Her mother, Vitula, died in December 2023 , and three years ago, Dawnita’s 25-year-old...
Two Tri-State residents charged in part of largest Justice Department Health Care Fraud Takedown
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Two people from the Tri-State were charged in the 2025 National Health Care Fraud Takedown. The Justice Department says 324 defendants, including 96 doctors, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, and other licensed medical professionals for their alleged participation in various health care...
Deaconess official says Henderson hospital will remain open following report local hospitals are “at...
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – An official with Deaconess says there are no plans to close Deaconess Henderson Hospital, Deaconess Union County Hospital or Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville following a report from the National Rural Health Association suggesting the Henderson hospital could face major reductions due to...
Mustang Jam Music Festival raises funds for veterans and wild horses
The Mustangs of Service program is designed to help reduce PTSD, depression, and anxiety among veterans. It also seeks to lower the rate of veteran suicides while saving wild mustangs from kill pens.
Police looking for man who stole kitten
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Evansville Police are looking looking for the person who was caught on camera taking a kitten. They say it happened June 4 a home in the 700 block of Covert Avenue. Police say any information can be directed to Officer Fahse at [email protected].
