Pride ’26 brings RuPaul’s Drag Race star to Henderson
HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - Henderson KY Pride has officially announced Pride ’26, the organization’s third annual festival. According to a press release, the event offers a full day of programming, centered on community, visibility and engagement. The annual celebration will run from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. on...
Mt. Vernon BMV closes Friday for move to new location
MT. VERNON, Ind. (WFIE) - Friday marks the last day to head to the BMV in Mt. Vernon at its current location on North Main Street before it closes. As we’ve previously reported, the BMV will close for several days before opening at the new location on West Fourth Street on April 29.
Man receives verdict for 2018 murder
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) – A man involved in a murder case from 2018 has been found guilty by a jury on all counts. This Evansville murder case has been delayed for eight years. Robert Ballard Jr. was charged with the 2018 murder of Amanda Weir on Delaware Street. Since his initial arrest, Ballard was determined […]
Newburgh to hold playground groundbreaking at Lou Dennis Community Park
NEWBURGH, Ind. (WFIE) - Town of Newburgh officials say they will be holding a playground groundbreaking ceremony on Friday. As we’ve previously reported, the playground will be located next to the existing splash pad. Officials say this launches a more than $2 million investment that will add inclusive play...
Jury returns verdict in Evansville murder trial
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - A murder case eight years in the making now has a verdict. The jury found 64-year-old Robert Ballard, Jr. guilty on all charges. His trial started Monday. Police say, in 2018, he fired shots into a car parked outside a home on Delaware Street, killing Amanda...
EVSC Says Resource Officer’s Actions Were Appropriate
A high school resource officer is being accused of using excessive force on a student. The girl’s mother claims the officer handcuffed her daughter, picked her up, and slammed her to the ground after an altercation with another student. The incident took place on April 16 at the Academy...
MOD Pizza in Owensboro Closes, Leaving Employees Shocked
OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEVV) — A long-standing restaurant in Owensboro has abruptly shut its doors, marking the end of an era for both customers and staff. MOD Pizza, located on Hartland Crossing, has permanently closed after nine years in operation, with employees saying they were given no advance notice. The...
VCSO: Evansville man arrested on charges of theft, conspiracy
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - An Evansville man is under arrest on charges of theft and conspiracy. The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office says that back on March 28th, a 2000 Dutchman Model TL recreational vehicle, bearing Indiana plates was stolen around 4:30 a.m. from the Sinclair gas station along U.S. 41 in Henderson.
Owensboro man faces five murder charges in connection with 1984 homicide case in Southern...
MASSAC COUNTY, Ill. — Investigators are continuing efforts working a 42-year-old homicide case out of Massac County. On Friday, county officials provided a major update on the case of Lisa Ann Carnes. The Massac County State's Attorney said a Massac County Grand Jury returned a five county indictment, charging...
Evansville Exit Ranked Most Stressful In Indiana
Drivers ranked the most stressful off-ramps in Indiana, and one Evansville location took the top spot. It may not surprise you.

















