Holiday hosts Day of Play 33rd year for kids with disabilities
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Thousands of kids with disabilities got in on Holiday World’s Day of Play. About 3,000 from different Indiana, Illinois and Kentucky counties enjoyed the rides, food and games. It’s the 33rd year Holiday World has teamed up with Easterseals for the event. Officials say...
Oakland City explains high bills, residents skeptical
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) -High water bills in Oakland City continues to be a problem. People are reporting bills doubling, sometimes even tripling, without any noticeable change in their water usage. Oakland City residents have taken to social media to share their frustrations, and demand transparency from the city....
Woman Missing Since 2019, Family Seeks Answers
BOONEVILLE, Ind. — In 2019 Donna Hatfield was living with her son Thomas Rainey, Jr., at her house on 1st St. in Booneville. Sometime around May or possibly June, she went missing. She hasn’t been seen since. “Then on Aug. 26, 2019, my brother tells me that my mom, who was 72 years old, had […]
Indianapolis Man Dies During Apparent Road Rage Incident in Mt. Vernon
Mt. Vernon Police say a 47-year-old Indianapolis man has died from injuries sustained in a crash that appears to be the result of road rage. Police report Jeremy Studer was traveling on Broadway Wednesday night when a vehicle pulled in front of him. Studer allegedly passed the vehicle at a high rate of speed while...
Water rescue called after barge hits dredger boat on Ohio River, officials say
HENDERSON, Ken. (WFIE) - Officials say crews were called to a water rescue tonight after a barge struck a dredger boat on the Ohio River. Dispatch confirms the call came in around 10:00 p.m. for a water rescue. They say a dredger boat was hit by a barge near the...
Vanderburgh County announces new child support compliance program
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Officer has announced the launch of a new program for child support compliance. Officials say the program will be aimed at strengthening enforcement and improving outcomes for children and families who rely on court-ordered support. According to the release,...
From Pumps to Plates: Indiana’s Historic Fueling Station Becomes Retro Diner
An Indiana landmark has been given new life as one of the most unique dining experiences in Indiana. I love it when a historic building takes on new life. Like in downtown Evansville, we have the historic Greyhound Bus building, and I love that Bru Burger is now in it. They completely transformed the old building...
Caught on Camera: Abandoned Puppy at Salvage Candy Gets a Second Chance
I want to talk about something that’s been heavy on my heart this week. If you love dogs like I do, I can't think of anything terrible happening to my Molly and King. Prepare This story will hit you hard, but it’s also a reminder of just how amazing our Evansville community can be.
Looking back at Honor Flight EVV18
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT)- It’s been nearly a week since 86 Veterans took the trip of a lifetime with the Honor Flight of Southern Indiana. Eyewitness News’ Hannah Haerle was on that flight to capture the stories and moments that each veteran will remember for years to come. A day that would be full of emotion […]
Police hold press conference in regards to missing Boonville woman
KSP holding permit tests for 15-year-olds next weekend. KSP holding permit tests for 15-year-olds next weekend. Downtown Evansville to host Sidewalk Sale this weekend. Downtown Evansville to host Sidewalk Sale this weekend.
