Evansville woman arrested after driving into USPS truck
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — A woman was arrested Thursday after authorities say she drove into a USPS truck while under the influence. An affidavit obtained by Eyewitness News says deputies were called to a property damage accident on Covert Avenue. The USPS driver told deputies she was collecting mail, when she felt the...
Sinkhole closes part of Sycamore Street in Evansville
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — A sinkhole has closed a portion of Sycamore Street in Downtown Evansville. Officials with the Evansville Water and Sewer Utility say the sinkhole was reported on Monday. Crews have been working throughout the week to determine the cause of the sinkhole. Officials go on to say they believe the...
Federal lawsuit filed against Vanderburgh County sheriff, jailers in 2023 inmate death
Jail and medical staff were reportedly called to Norman's cell on three separate days for complaints of a "seizure or heart attack."
EPD investigating Thursday night shooting
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — Authorities in Evansville responded to reports of gunfire late Thursday night. Police received multiple calls reporting between five and 12 shots fired, with one caller describing the sound as similar to a machine gun. Officers were dispatched to the area near Vann Avenue and Monroe Avenue...
Driver airlifted to Evansville Hospital after serious crash in Daviess County
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — A driver was airlifted to a hospital after a serious crash in Daviess County. A release from the Daviess County Sheriff’s Office says the fire department, AMR and the sheriff’s department responded to a crash in the 800 block of Willett Road on Thursday afternoon. Officials say an...
Bacon, Burger and Beer Festival is back this weekend
Bring your family and friends down to the Bacon, Burger and Beer Festival this weekend!. It will return to Evansville this Saturday, October 25th. Joe Notter with Evansville Events joined 44News to tell us about what you can expect at this weekend's event. There will good food, an eating contest,...
Caribbean Gala To Support Education For Haitian Children
A Red Carpet Caribbean Gala will raise funds for Lumiere D’Education to support education for children in Haiti. Tickets are available now.
Evansville dog park Barkville throws ‘Howl-a-ween’ Party for dogs
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - As we inch closer to Halloween, everyone is getting the chance to have some holiday fun, including some four-legged friends. Kay C’s Barkville hosted a ‘Howl-a-ween’ Party for area dogs. Dog owners were encouraged to dress up their furry friend in a costume,...
Evansville father sentenced in relation to death of 12-year-old
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – An Evansville father is sentenced to 9 years in prison, after the death of his 12-year-old daughter. Brent Bredhold was found guilty of Neglect of a Dependent Resulting in Serious Bodily Injury earlier this month. Officials say his daughter died last year from complications due to diabetes....
911 Gives Hope to host “Drugs are a Trick, not a Treat” event in...
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — 911 Gives Hope is hosting a Halloween event informing kids about the dangers of drugs. According to the organization, “Drugs are a Trick, not a Treat” will take place from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday at Bosse Field. Officials say the event is a trick-or-treat event geared at putting […]

















