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1 additional Evansville Catholic Diocese student tests positive for COVID-19
The Diocese is giving daily updates.
Parks department hosts ‘Walking Wednesdays’ in Evansville
The city parks department is hosting Walking Wednesdays at Wesselman Park.
IL reports 4,342 new COVID-19 cases, 69 additional deaths
The state of Illinois has now had a total of 355,217 confirmed cases and 9,345 deaths.
Owensboro Coalition of Concerned Churches hosting drive-thru food giveaway
The drive-thru will be Friday from 2 to 6 p.m. in the parking lot of Owensboro's Sportscenter.
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Evansville Parks & Rec hosting ‘Walking Wednesdays’ at Wesselman Park
The parks department says it’s a safe alternative to going to the gym.
Playing ‘Games for Good’ in October at Showplace Entertainment Center in Newburgh
A portion of the money raised Wednesday is going to the local organization called Granted.
Wednesday Sunrise Headlines
Vanderburgh County is seeing a surge in coronavirus cases.
Owensboro BLM hosts 3rd meeting Tuesday evening
Owensboro Black Lives Matter held its third meeting Tuesday at Moreland Park.
Hopkins Co. sees large early in-person voting turn out
Hopkins County has seen a large voter turn out. It’s forced them to add more poll workers, lines, and machines.
Amy McGrath makes campaign stop in Hancock Co.
With the election only two weeks away, Amy McGrath was campaigning in Hancock County Tuesday afternoon.
Family welcomes home newborn after three months in the NICU
It has been a long journey for the Hernandez family, both physically and emotionally, but the day has finally come. The day their baby Adelee is able to go home.
Dubois Co. man appeals murder conviction
Kyle Schneider was sentenced to 91 years in prison for murder, being an habitual offender, and possession of a firearm by a serious violent felon.
Christian Co. deputy hurt during chase that started in McLean Co.
Kentucky State Police Post say a chase involving a McLean County Deputy started around 11:15 a.m. Tuesday.
Early voters see big turnout in Warrick Co.
Warrick County is also seeing a big turnout from early voters.
Preliminary report released in Hopkins Co. coal death
The accident happened at Warrior Coal’s Cardinal Mine earlier this month.
Illinois adds more restrictions to other regions
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker gave a COVID-19 update Tuesday.
Some Jasper Engines & Transmissions facilities temporarily shutdown
Jasper Engines & Transmissions had to shut down some of their facilities after their computer system was compromised.
Coroner: Second driver in Hwy 41 crash has died, victims’ names released
Dispatch says crews are on the scene of a crash with extrication.
Several Western KY counties remain in ‘red zone’
On Tuesday, the Green River District Health Department reported one new coronavirus death and 72 additional cases.
14 more local Hoosiers die of COVID-19; 63 new cases in Vanderburgh Co.
The Indiana State Department of Health reports Tuesday 1,551 new COVID-19 cases and 48 new COVID-19 related deaths.
Evansville to Host 2021 Men’s Volleyball Nations League
Evansville Sports Corporation announced Tuesday morning that Evansville will host 2021 Men’s Volleyball Nations League.
Time capsule opened on 64th Anniversary of Holy Trinity cornerstone laying
It was found during the demolition at the site at the corner of 3rd and Vine in Downtown Evansville.
Police: Shots fired into Evansville apartment with man, children inside
Officers say several shots went into the apartment nearly hitting the victim.
Posey Co. sets social gathering limit at 150 people
Posey County Commissioners met Tuesday to discuss how they can increase the safety of people in the community as COVID-19 continues to spread.
Owensboro native wins ‘The Weakest Link’
It all came down to a tie-breaker, but Mark Gaddis took home $59,000.
More wind farm discussions to be held Tues. night in Posey Co.
The project has since been turned away, but on Tuesday, commissioners will bring the topic back up.
McLean Co. Schools returning to virtual learning
McLean County Public School will be returning to virtual learning starting Tuesday due to coronavirus concerns.
Tuesday Sunrise Headlines
One person is dead after a crash in Vanderburgh County.
McLean Co. has 2nd highest COVID-19 incidence rate in state
McLean County now has the second-highest COVID-19 incidence rate in Kentucky.
New report warns of possible third wave in long-term care facilities
Health officials in Vanderburgh County reported more than 250 new positive COVID-19 cases over the weekend, and a new report out Monday suggests if communities see a rise in cases, so will long-term care facilities.
Muhlenberg Co. health officials report 3 new cases, 2 additional COVID-19 related deaths
The Green River District Health Department reported 68 new COVID-19 cases.
Police: Contractor involved in Friday shooting will not be charged
Evansville police say the contractor who shot a man Friday while inspecting a house will not be charged.
Easterseals expands psychology and wellness services
A new partnership with the IU School of Medicine will see psychology students spend a rotation helping patients at Easterseals.
Dubois Co. deputies warn of callers pretending to be from church
Deputies say these churches are not soliciting any donations over the phone involving gift cards.
New restrictions in area IL counties start Thursday
Governor Pritzker announced COVID-19 resurgence mitigations will be implemented in Southern Illinois.
EVPL locations open for early voting
You’ll be able to cast your ballot at some Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library locations.
Aurora working to stop evictions for households impacted by COVID-19
The City of Evansville and the State's IHCDA have allocated funds to Aurora Inc. to help those facing eviction.
Guitars played, made by Eddie Van Halen go to auction
Each of the Van Halen guitars is expected to fetch between $60,000 and $80,000.
4 more local Hoosiers die of COVID-19; Vanderburgh Co. has 53 new cases
The Indiana State Department of Health reports Monday 1,589 new COVID-19 cases and 23 new COVID-19 related deaths.
Evansville Water & Sewer leaf pickup starts Monday
The Evansville Water and Sewer Utility will begin their annual fall leaf pickup Monday.
Mayor Winnecke’s executive order is now in effect
Evansville Mayor Lloyd Winnecke’s new executive order requires any gathering of more than 125 people to get pre-approval from the Vanderburgh County Health Department.
KY reports 812 new COVID-19 cases, 5 additional deaths
Kentucky is currently reporting that 87,607 residents have tested positive since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.
Evansville police looking for debit card theft suspect
Officers say the victim filed a report on October 7 that her debit card had been stolen in Vincennes.
Indiana providing rental assistance during virus outbreak
The goal is to keep Hoosiers in stable housing so they may move through the coronavirus pandemic without further disruption.
Dawson Springs schools go virtual due to COVID-19
Dawson Springs Independent School District has decided to go virtual starting Monday.
Monday Sunrise Headlines
New restrictions are now in place in Evansville.
Henderson event celebrates 100th anniversary of women’s right to vote
The Henderson Women’s Honor Court Committee celebrated the 100th anniversary of women’s right to vote on Sunday.
City of Evansville hosts 3rd annual NoCo Makers Market on Sun.
The NoCo Makers Market took place along Carpenter Street in Evansville on Sunday, mixing in a fair balance of fun and safety.
Hit and run ends in crash along S.R. 66, driver airlifted to nearby hospital
According to officials, Warrick County Dispatch received a call around 2:20 p.m. about a reckless driver who was involved in a hit and run incident.
EFD: Accidental stove fire ignites inside Evansville apartment
According to the Evansville Fire Department, crews were dispatched around 5:02 a.m. to Castlewood Apartments, which is located on the 4000 block of Spring Valley Road in Evansville.
Chief: Indiana police recruit fired for ties to neo-Nazis
A police recruit in Indiana was fired less than 24 hours after the department was notified that the officer was involved in a neo-Nazi online chat forum.
State map shows new COVID-19 related deaths in 3 area counties; 114 new cases in Vanderburgh Co.
The Indiana State Department of Health released its Sunday coronavirus update.
Almost 7,000 votes already cast in Daviess Co.
Residents were able to cast their ballots at the Daviess County Courthouse on Saturday from 8 a.m. until noon.
KSP investigating deadly officer-involved shooting in Muhlenberg Co.
The Greenville Police Department contacted KSP in reference to a barricaded person just after 6:10 p.m.
Green River District reports 54 additional cases, 5 new COVID-19 related deaths
The district tells 14 News 3,583 people have recovered.
WWII P-47 Thunderbolt safely lands in Evansville
The P-47 Thunderbolt’s arrival in Evansville has been delayed again by weather.
Vanderburgh Co. Health Department holds drive-thru baby shower event
The drive-thru baby shower event on Saturday was hosted by the Vanderburgh County Health Department.
Evansville woman in jail after leaving scene of injury crash
Officers responded to the intersection of Bellemeade Ave and Lodge Ave for a crash with injury just after 4 p.m.
State map shows 6 COVID-19 related deaths in our IN counties; 140 new cases in Vanderburgh Co.
The Indiana State Department of Health has updated its coronavirus map.
ISP: Jasper woman killed in deadly crash while driving lawnmower
According to Indiana State Police, 60-year-old Ruth Meyer of Jasper was driving her lawnmower when she went onto the road. Troopers say she drove into the path of a car driven by Joann Voelkel.
Kentucky Department for Public Health announces COVID-19 vaccine distribution draft plan
The Kentucky Department of Public Health announced Friday a first draft plan for distributing the COVID-19 vaccine to local health departments and organizations.
Touchdown Live Game of the Week: Reitz vs. Mater Dei
Our final Touchdown Live Game of the week for the season was Reitz vs. Mater Dei.