Evansville IN

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Evansville Police are investigating a theft from Garvin Park. Police say it was reported Wednesday that a large “tire” type swing was stolen from the playground. They say it looked like the chain had been cut. Officials say it cost around $5,000. [Related: Activity...

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Evansville Police Department officials say a man previously convicted of manslaughter is now in jail on drug charges. According to his affidavit, 47-year-old Kip Hargrove has a history of charges from other states, including voluntary manslaughter and felony drug distribution. In early...

INDIANAPOLIS State Rep. Alex Burton (D-Evansville) convened with lawmakers for Organization Day at the Statehouse for the ceremonial start of the 2026 legislative session. Burton reassures his commitment to addressing the real, everyday challenges facing Hoosiers. Burton was also appointed Ranking Minority Member of...

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — Evansville police are investigating a stabbing that sent one person to the hospital on Wednesday. According to the Evansville Police Department, officers were called to a local hospital after a victim arrived with a severe knife-related laceration to their arm. The individual told officers...

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Two men will spend time in federal prison after making counterfeit money to spend in the Tri-State. Officials with the U.S. Attorney’s Office say 47-year-old Dennis Carter was sentenced to 20 months and 36-year-old Kyle Owens was sentenced to 13 months. Both men pleaded guilty...

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - A big check is on the way to Evansville Police Officer Sam Taylor!. Evansville Vanderburgh Central Dispatch hosted a cookout last month to help Officer Taylor as he recovers from being shot in the line of duty. Dispatch was able to raise $10,300 for the Taylor...

As Thanksgiving approaches, many residents of Evansville and Newburgh are curious about which local restaurants will be open for the holiday. This is a common question for those who prefer to dine out or pick up a meal rather than cook at home.

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 18, 2025) — State Sen. Vaneta Becker (R-Evansville) gathered with fellow legislators today at the Statehouse for Organization Day – the ceremonial start of the Indiana General Assembly. Organization Day marks the annual first roll call of all state lawmakers. This day also provides members of...

EPD catches alleged Pokémon card thief during shoplifting crackdown (Courtesy: Evansville Police Department)

Evansville Fire Department has formally accepted the donation of a new fire dog.