Haubstadt Sommerfest kicks off this week with rides and live music
HAUBSTADT, Ind. (WFIE) - The annual Haubstadt Sommerfest is set to make its return to the Tri-State area this Thursday. According to a press release, from the tradition of the community parade and the high-energy Laufenfest 5K, to incredible nightly live music and Southern Indiana’s finest Bierstube, Sommerfest promise
Henderson restaurants gear up for W.C. Handy Blues & BBQ Festival
HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - As Henderson prepares for the W.C. Handy Blues and BBQ Festival, restaurants around town are opening their doors to the lunch crowd for a taste of local cuisine. First up on the lunch break schedule - Thomason’s Barbecue. Guests were able to enjoy a BBQ...
Accident reported near Blue Bridge in Spencer County
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Dispatch has confirmed that crews are responding to a crash on State Road 161 near Rockport. Officials say a call reporting the crash near the Blue Bridge came in just after 3:30 p.m. on Monday. Eyewitness News will update this story as new information is made available. This is a developing […]
Free NOAA Weather Radios Available for Warrick County Residents
BOONVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) – The Warrick County Emergency Management Agency and the Warrick County Health Department are partnering to provide free NOAA Weather Radios to residents in an effort to improve public safety and emergency preparedness across Warrick County. The program offers NOAA Weather Radios at no cost while
Slow speed chase reported in Warrick County
WARRICK CO., Ind. (WEHT) – There was a chase in Warrick County. Law enforcement officials say this started around 2 p.m., and it was originally reported as a hit and run near Kaiser Aluminum. Law enforcement spotted the car, but authorities say the driver refused to stop. The Warrick County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) says
Owensville couple wins big money in Shriners 50/50 drawing
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - The Hadi Shriners are pleased to announce the winner of the 2026 Shriners 50/50 drawing, which reached a total half-pot of $183,040. The winning ticket was purchased online by a retired couple from Owensville, who have chosen to remain anonymous. Their portion of the prize totals $91,520 befor
Victim identified in fatal Henderson Co. shooting, officials say
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Henderson County Sheriff’s Office officials say the person killed at a house in a shooting Saturday night has been identified. According to a press release, the victim has been identified as 35-year-old Justin Utley of Morganfield. As we previously reported, authorities were called to a...
Man sentenced to one year in jail after double stabbing in Evansville
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — A man has been sentenced to one year in jail after he admitted to stabbing two people. Bryan Schini was arrested last October after police say he stabbed two people in a home on Meridian Drive. Schini was charged with two counts of attempted murder and one count of burglary with […]
Traffic restrictions at Burkhardt, Lloyd intersection to start
EVANSVILLE, Ind (WEHT) – The Indiana Department of Transportation has issued a traffic alert for pavement work in the middle of the Burkhardt Road and Lloyd Expressway intersection. Officials state starting on or after June 15, drivers should prepare for one week of significant restrictions at the intersection where al
Vanderburgh County EMA disaster drill back with new scenario
This year, the drill will take place at the University of Southern Indiana.

















