Henderson County wind turbine project paused amid heated debate
HENDERSON, Ky. — The Henderson County Fiscal Court unanimously approved a one-year moratorium on industrial-scale wind energy projects Tuesday, halting progress on the proposed Rock Bluff Energy Park as residents voiced strong opposition over transparency, environmental and safety concerns. The resolution, passed...
Greenville Airman dies after ‘firearm discharge’ incident
MPD hosting annual 'Cram the Cruiser' event this weekend. GCSO: Farming accident closes SR 57 near Oakland City. Dispatch: Police respond to shots fired report at Evansville hotel.
Superior Ag Breaks Ground on New Ohio River Fertilizer Terminal
Indiana-based Superior Ag has officially broken ground on its state-of-the-art fertilizer terminal at the former Summit River Terminal site near Rockport. The farmer-owned cooperative says their new 32,000‑ton dry fertilizer distribution facility represents an investment of more than $20 million in Spencer County...
Verdict reached in Evansville murder trial of mother
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - A murder trial has come to a close in Evansville. The second trial for 30-year-old Jaron Wells has ended with a unanimous guilty verdict. Court records show Wells’ first trial ended as a mistrial back in February. Well has been found guilty of murdering his...
Testimony begins in Evansville murder trial of 27-year-old
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Testimony has begun in the murder trial of an Evansville man accused of killing a 27-year-old. Officials say Johnathon Buza is accused of killing 27-year-old Manuel Heaton in the Bluegrass Fish and Wildlife Area back in April 2023. Today’s proceedings provided a deeper look into the...
Evansville firetruck repurposed to clean up the community
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — An Evansville firetruck has been repurposed by the city’s Street Maintenance Department. A release from EFD says the truck will no longer respond to emergencies, but will instead be sent out into the community to aid with clean up efforts. The truck has new markings, amber lights and no...
FSSA adds public listening sessions on future of ABA therapy
The Indiana Family and Social Services Association (FSSA) is studying ways to cut costs for Indiana Medicaid while maintaining access to Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, and is adding public listening sessions to gather input.
Deaconess delivers life-saving gear to EMS teams
Deaconess Health System is distributing 72 high-tech blanket warmers to EMS agencies across district 10.
Water main break on Highway 41 in Henderson
HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - Many people were without running water along the highway 41 strip. Utility officials say there was a large water main break along the southbound side, impacting several homes and businesses. Crews say they got the call this morning around 5 am, and they have been at...
EFD investigating possible fire at Walmart
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - The Evansville Fire Department is investigating an early morning fire. Crews were dispatched to the west side Walmart just before 4 a.m. off Red Bank Road. The investigation comes after an employee told dispatchers the store was hazy and they could smell burning in the back.
