Central High School hosts a Beary Christmas Giveback
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — It was a “beary” Christmas at for multiple students at Central High School. A Beary Christmas Giveback is a tradition born several years ago and serves dozens of local children so they can have presents for Christmas. Principal Dr. Andrew Freeman says they were able to serve the wants and...
St. Joseph Ave. lane closure extended, Indiana St. to close for waterline work
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Evansville Water and Sewer Utility officials say a lane closure on southbound St. Joseph Avenue north of the Lloyd Expressway will be extended to Illinois Street starting Tuesday. According to a press release, Indiana Street will be closed west of St. Joseph Avenue for three days.
Evansville City Council fast-tracks parking space ordinance
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — The Evansville City Council is fast tracking an ordinance for businesses to remove un-used parking spaces. The ordinance allows businesses to prioritize beautification by removing un-used parking spots. Council members say it can reduce the amount of asphalt and concrete needed for those...
$1.1 billion Powerball numbers are in
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — The Powerball numbers for the $1,146,000,000 prize have been drawn. Here are tonight’s numbers: 59-68-63-23-35-02
Evansville leaders further discuss receiving station closure delay
The decision allows more time to finalize other disposal arrangements.
Gibson County Injury Accident Leads to One Arrest
A Mount Carmel, Illinois man is facing alcohol related charges following a two-vehicle crash resulting in serious injury. It happened on Friday night on State Road 64 near the Wabash River Bridge in Gibson County. The Gibson County Sheriff’s Office says a van and a...
Local committee seeks funds to remove creek debris
The commission says the criteria and scope of the work will determine the total amount.
City of Evansville Announces 2025 Opioid Settlement Fund Recipients
Evansville Mayor Stephanie Terry today announced the recipients of the City of Evansville’s 2025 Opioid Settlement Fund allocation, an investment aimed squarely at prevention, treatment, recovery, and support services for residents affected by the opioid epidemic. A total of 26 organizations submitted applications,...
Donations save the day after heaters fail at Evansville Animal Control
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - It was a bitterly cold Sunday at Evansville Animal Control. Over the weekend, animal control officials had no choice but to move dogs to warmer parts of their shelter after heaters in the kennel area broke. While some dogs have a thick coat, officials tell us...
Grand National Tractor Pull returns to Evansville after 50 years
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Full Pull Entertainment and the National Tractor Pullers Association (NTPA) will announce key details for the 2026 NTPA Grand National Pulling Event in Evansville. Officials say Full Pull Entertainment and the National Tractor Pullers Association (NTPA) will host a press conference on December...
