Chellsie Parker

Anchor/Reporter

Evansville, IN

Chellsie joined the 14 News team in January 2018.

She anchors 14 News on the weekends and you can find her reporting stories that are making a difference in the Tri-State throughout the week.

Before coming to WFIE, Chellsie reported at KNWA/Fox 24 in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

She got her start in television right here in her home state of Indiana.

Chellsie graduated from Purdue University in 2012. She started as a production assistant at WLFI in West Lafayette, Indiana and later went on to work for Fox 59 in Indianapolis as an editor and camera operator.

Her dream of becoming a reporter turned into a reality when she went to Gainesville, Florida to report for the Florida Gators.

Though she spent several years in SEC country, she will always be a Big Ten girl at heart. BOILER UP!

Recent Articles by Chellsie

Vanderburgh Co. Council approves $50k transfer for additional COVID-19 testing

The vote came after a request from the Vanderburgh County Health Department, which said local residents need more available COVID-19 testing.

Chellsie Parker and Derek Mullins

Published July 2, 2020 at 6:45 PM

Splashin’ Safari set to open this weekend

Spashlin’ Safari will open for the first time this season on Saturday, which includes the launch of the Cheetah Chase Water Coaster.

Chellsie Parker and Matthew DeVault

Published July 2, 2020 at 5:49 AM

Posey County offers COVID-19 antibody testing site

It’s the only place in the county offering the testing right now and the rural community is taking advantage of it.

Chellsie Parker

Published July 1, 2020 at 5:55 PM

Indiana hands-free driving law goes into effect Wed.

A new law impacting drivers goes into effect all across the Hoosier state Wednesday.

Chellsie Parker

Published July 1, 2020 at 7:51 AM

Still no full results a week after Kentucky’s primary

The clerk tells us the process of counting absentee ballots involves many steps to ensure the count is accurate.

Chellsie Parker

Published June 30, 2020 at 5:47 AM

Pedestrian signs being installed at YMCA in downtown Evansville

The signs are coming less than a year after a woman was hit by a car while crossing the street.

Chellsie Parker

Published June 29, 2020 at 11:33 AM

‘Hands Free Law’ goes into effect in Indiana on July 1

Indiana's “Hands Free Law” is going into effect on July 1 to help authorities better crack down on distracted driving.

Chellsie Parker

Published June 26, 2020 at 10:04 PM

Mt. Vernon Democrat closes doors after nearly 150 years

The last publication for the town’s only locally owned newspaper was published and distributed on Wednesday, June 24.

Chellsie Parker and Keaton Eberly

Published June 25, 2020 at 6:34 PM

Polling locations across Kentucky opened at 6 a.m. for in person voting for this year’s primary election.

Chellsie Parker and Jill Lyman

Published June 23, 2020 at 6:00 AM

Henderson County prepared for primary elections on Tuesday

The polls are opening bright and early for the Kentucky primaries on Tuesday morning. This year there are far fewer polls open in Kentucky due to COVID-19.

Chellsie Parker

Published June 22, 2020 at 7:14 PM

USS LST 325 successfully relocates to new spot along Evansville riverfront

After years of planning and preparation, the USS LST 325 successfully moved to its new resting spot along the Evansville riverfront on Saturday morning.

Katie Tercek and Chellsie Parker

Published June 15, 2020 at 5:56 AM

Evansville officials initiate COVID-19 College Challenge in effort to raise $6M

14 different universities throughout Indiana will be represented in an effort to raise $6 million for the COVID-19 Crisis Response Fund for the Greater Evansville Region.

Chellsie Parker and Keaton Eberly

Published June 12, 2020 at 5:32 AM

Little girl photographed in famous Shriners’ image reflects on iconic photo 50 years later

An iconic photo showing a Shriner carrying a young girl with crutches was taken in Evansville on June 11, 1970.

Chellsie Parker

Published June 11, 2020 at 9:09 PM

Holy Trinity church has been in Downtown Evansville since 1848. It holds a lot of history but it no longer serves this community.

Chellsie Parker

Published June 9, 2020 at 9:05 PM

Bethel Manor prepares for outdoor visits from loved ones

It’s been months since residents at Bethel Manor have been able to see loved ones face to face. Starting on Tuesday they will get their chance to catch up.

Chellsie Parker

Published June 8, 2020 at 5:09 PM

IN releases guidelines for schools reopening amid COVID-19 pandemic

The state of Indiana released some reopening guidelines for schools on Friday.

Chellsie Parker

Published June 5, 2020 at 7:37 PM

EPD: Officer shoots man after suspect threatens people with knife

Police say Woosley is currently at the hospital and is expected to survive his injuries.

Makayla Neukam and Chellsie Parker

Published June 3, 2020 at 7:05 PM

Evansville restaurants taking advantage of outdoor seating permits

Acropolis is taking full advantage of its new outdoor seating permit to feed Greek food to even more customers.

Chellsie Parker

Published May 29, 2020 at 8:52 PM

Small Business Saturday helping business owners reignite local economy

Normally, Small Business Saturday happens right before the holidays in November. Due to the impact that COVID-19 has had on small businesses, the Downtown Evansville Economic Improvement District decided to hold at least one more.

Chellsie Parker and Keaton Eberly

Published May 29, 2020 at 7:53 PM

Housing market booming, inventory running low despite COVID-19 pandemic

Realtors say homes are currently selling faster than the rate that homes are being placed on the market, even during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Chellsie Parker

Published May 28, 2020 at 6:43 PM

Bike shops witness rise in sales, repairs during pandemic

Management at Scheller’s Fitness and Cycling in Evansville has recorded a significant rise of customers since the COVID-19 pandemic made its way to the Tri-State.

Chellsie Parker and Keaton Eberly

Published May 27, 2020 at 8:41 PM

Early voting begins in Vanderburgh County with social distancing

Early voting started on Tuesday in Vanderburgh County. And despite the pandemic, people were allowed inside polling locations.

Chellsie Parker

Published May 27, 2020 at 5:37 AM

Evansville Civic Center partially reopened

Employees have now started coming back.

Chellsie Parker

Published May 26, 2020 at 4:09 PM

Tri-State authorities expecting record-low Memorial Day travel weekend

This year, AAA expects fewer travelers because of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, and authorities say that’s a good thing.

Chellsie Parker

Published May 22, 2020 at 7:34 PM

IN campgrounds prepping for statewide reopening this weekend

Earlier this week, Gov. Eric Holcomb announced that Stage 3 of Indiana’s “Back on Track" plan will begin for most Hoosiers on Friday, which means campgrounds across the state can reopen this weekend.

Chellsie Parker

Published May 21, 2020 at 8:23 PM

Donut Bank reopens dining room while implementing new social distancing guidelines

This will be the public’s first time being allowed back inside since March.

Chellsie Parker

Published May 20, 2020 at 5:32 PM

Civic Center making plans for safe reopening to the public

On Tuesday, the Evansville Mayor’s Reopen Task Force gave 14 News an inside look at the Civic Center, just months after it closed due to COVID-19.

Chellsie Parker

Published May 19, 2020 at 7:28 PM

Purdue holds webinar on impact of COVID-19 on food supply chain

You may have noticed a meat supply shortage at your local grocery store. That’s because, experts say, there’s a kink in the supply chain. On Monday our team joined a webinar with agriculture and economic experts from Purdue University.

Chellsie Parker

Published May 18, 2020 at 7:51 PM

Tri-State nurse returns home after fighting on COVID-19 front lines in NYC

A local woman who is a nurse at Deaconess Hospital recently returned from the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic in New York City.

Chellsie Parker

Published May 14, 2020 at 7:23 PM

New COVID-19 testing site opens in Posey County

A new testing site for COVID-19 is now open in Posey County. It's located at the Wilson Community Center directly off of Highway 69 and North of Smith School Road.

Chellsie Parker

Published May 13, 2020 at 5:58 PM

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