Crews investigate fire on Evansville’s west side
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) – The Evansville Fire Department is investigating the cause of a fire at a home on Austin Avenue Monday morning. Officials say a call reporting the fire just off Claremont Avenue came in around 9 a.m.. Firefighters were initially told that someone was trapped inside, but everyone was able to safely evacuate […]
Plant Closure In Evansville Will Eliminate More Than 250 Jobs
EVANSVILLE — The first wave of layoffs at an Evansville automotive plant that has been in business in some capacity for more than 60 years will begin in early June, with the full operation expected to close at the end of the year. RESRG Automotive filed a WARN notice...
Traffic stop in Gibson County leads to felony arrest
Indiana State Police say a traffic stop in Princeton led to the arrest of 33-year-old Jacob Beliles, who had an active felony warrant and is facing additional charges.
Dancing on the Riverfront returns to Evansville for summer series
Crowds gathered at the Evansville Pagoda for the return of “Dancing on the Riverfront,” a free summer series from Evansville Latin Dance.
“This stuff is good for the community”: Evansville hosts Summer Resource and Job Fair
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — Teens and young adults readied their resumes for a summer job fair in Evansville. “This kind of stuff is good for the community,” says Burdette Park Director Zachary Wathen. “It kind of gives kids, especially, a good resource to know what places are hiring part time, full time.” At the Evansville […]
Woman injured in dog attack near Evansville apartment complex, police say
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Evansville Police Department officials say a woman was injured after being attacked by a dog Sunday afternoon. According to a police report, the attack happened near the Village Green Apartment complex. Officials say officers arrived on scene and found a woman who had been injured. Police...
Road closure planned for SR 165 in Posey County
POSEY COUNTY, Ind. (WFIE) - The Indiana Department of Transportation says a road closure is planned for State Road 165 in Posey County. Beginning on or around Monday, May 4, crews will begin a road closure for State Road 165 near Poseyville. This closure will occur between State Road 66 to State Road 68.
Temporary closure of Ellerbusch Rd. in Newburgh starting Monday
NEWBURGH, Ind. (WFIE) - Starting on Monday, May 4, Ellerbusch Road in Newburgh will be temporarily closed for up to two weeks between Westbriar and Southgate for the installation of a culvert. The road will be closed to through traffic in this area. Officials say a detour will be available...
Investing in America: Evansville church works to strengthen community
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — In 1994, Memorial Baptist Church in Evansville began what has turned into over 30 years of legacy. Focusing on community development, the organization is actively involved in making not just the neighborhood surrounding the church better but the city of Evansville. “Many of us saw potential where others saw problems,” says […]
State Road 70 near Troy closing for culvert work through August
TROY, Ind. (WEVV) -- The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a road closure for State Road 70 in Spencer County. The closure will allow crews to complete a box culvert replacement project. Beginning on or around Monday, May 11, crews will close State Road 70 near Troy. The closure will...

















