Child molester accused of drugging victim sentenced in Evansville
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - An Evansville man accused of drugging and molesting a child has been sentenced. Court records show a trial was supposed to start Monday for 57-year-old Randall Ryan. However, he reached a plea deal in the case last week. Records show Ryan pleaded guilty to two of...
Three local counties to hold data center forums
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Three Tri-State counties will hold data center forums this week. The first is scheduled for today in Warrick County at the Boonville Public Library. The second forum will take place Tuesday in the Browning Room at the Evansville Vanderburgh Public Central Library. The final forum of the week is
Semi rollover shuts down I-69 in Gibson Co.
GIBSON CO., Ind. (WFIE) - Gibson County Sheriff’s Office officials say they are on scene of a semi rollover crash on I-69. According to a release, northbound I-69 from 168 to State Road Road 64 will be closed down until further notice due to a semi accident with extensive cleanup.
Former horse trainer honored at Ellis Park
HENDERSON, Ky (WEHT) – The family of Wayne Martin gathered at Ellis Park to spread his ashes following his 50-year career in the horse racing industry. Martin was a trainer, and along with his wife, former jockey Sue Martin the couple traveled across the country racing in Montana, New York, Michigan and Florida. “Wayne
Public meeting to be held on proposed mine expansion
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – A public hearing for Warrick County residents to weigh in on a proposed mining expansion near Elberfeld will be held today. Peabody Mining is looking to expand its Wild Boar Complex operations. The company is eyeing an area near the intersection of Sussot and Seven Hills Road. Many residents are
Evansville property owner sues Whirlpool over environmental damages
EVANSVILLE — An Indianapolis-based LLC that recently purchased a piece of property in Evansville is suing Whirlpool, claiming environmental damage at the site. Oolite Management Services, LLC now owns 1500 N. Heidelbach Ave., an empty lot adjacent to Bosse Field, after purchasing it from the Vanderburgh County Commissi
Crews respond to two crashes on Interstate 69
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Crews are currently on the scene of a crash on Interstate 69 in Gibson County. The crash is just south of the Oakland City exit. Officials say a semi overturned around 3 a.m. today and northbound traffic was blocked for several hours as crews worked to clear the area. Just before […]
EPD: Man arrested after driving 111 mph on Lloyd Expressway
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Evansville Police Department officials say a man is in jail after driving 60 miles over the speed limit on the Lloyd Expressway. According to an affidavit, officers clocked a vehicle traveling on the Lloyd Expressway near the Fulton Avenue ramp going 111 mph in a 50-mph zone on Sunday around 4
The Cold Stares returning to historic Newburgh riverfront for ‘Night Music II’
NEWBURGH, Ind. (WFIE) - Under the Radar Concert Series has announced Night Music II, bringing Evansville-area rock favorites The Cold Stares back to the tri-state. The concert is scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 6, 2026, at 7:30 PM at the Allen Family Amphitheater on the historic Newburgh riverfront. Organizers say the...
TWO requests help repairing damaged Empress Theatre
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — The Theatre Workshop of Owensboro is asking for the community’s help in repairing major damage to their theatre. According to TWO officials, the blue velvet curtains in the audience chamber of the Empress Theatre had fallen, bringing plaster and lighting fixtures down with them and causing damag
