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Holly’s House celebrates Think First & Stay Safe program milestone
Holly’s House celebrated reaching 50,000 elementary students through its “Think First & Stay Safe” program.
Ellis Park cancels Friday races due to flooding
Ellis Park is still open for simulcast wagering and historical horse racing gaming.
Police: Toddler taken to hospital drunk on schnapps, grandma arrested
Police say the boy was under the age of three, and was incoherent when his mother picked him up from her mother’s Garvin Street home on July 5.
More than 800 Vectren customers lose power in Mt. Vernon
More than 800 Vectren customers have lost power in the Mt. Vernon area.
Neighborhood Watch: tip leads to meth arrest; camper stolen from cancer survivor
Neighborhood Watch: tip leads to meth arrest; camper stolen from cancer survivor
Court advocate dog added to prosecutor’s team to help victims
Wallis is the first K-9 court advocate dog of its kind in the Tri-State and knows over 90 commands.
Castle HS investigates after special needs student receives hateful messages
Castle High School has disciplined the students responsible for the messages, but the community is still wondering exactly what happened.
School officials say new sensory path will promote social-emotional learning
School officials say the path promotes social emotional learning.
Rockport man faces federal child porn charges
The U.S. District Court has charged Trent Walker with sexual exploitation of a child, and possession of child pornography.
ISP: Fugative arrested in Poseyville, now facing drug dealing charges
Christy Smith was arrested along with Anthony Crawley.
Fire Arm Training Simulation helps prepare Princeton PD
Princeton Police officers are ready for anything. This week, officers took part in simulated training. It puts them in everyday scenarios so they can practice how to react.
Repairs scheduled for I-69/SR 64 interchange in Oakland City
The Indiana Department of Transportation has announced lane restrictions for a pavement project at the interchange of I-69 and State Road 64 in Oakland City.
Stoplights knocked down on Morgan Ave near I-69
Expect delays if you have to head that way.
Two-car crash causes traffic backup on I-69
One person was taken to the hospital with minor cuts.
New Idea Home coming to Newburgh
The home will show off the latest design trends, home furnishings and more.
New van to help Evansville Promise Zone residents get to grocery store
A new handicap-accessible van will soon be taking those shoppers to and from the grocery store.
Man accused of killing 2 people Mon. night appears in court
The man accused of killing two people in Evansville made his first court appearance on Wednesday.
Grandview replacing ’60s era well to improve drinking water
More than 500 people rely on Grandview’s water wells for drinking water.
2 people arrested after meth, syringes found inside car
Two people are in jail on drug charges after being pulled over early Wednesday.
UE students head back to class
It’s time for a fresh school year at the University of Evansville.
Tropicana Evansville partnering with William Hill for sports betting
Tropicana is partnering with William Hill for sports betting.
Local NAACP provides update on investigation into EVSC student’s arrest
NAACP Evansville President Reverend Gerald Arnold used Wednesday’s conference to update the public on their own investigation into the incident.
Warrick Co. School Corporation taking new security measures
Warrick County School officials say they’ve spent more than $380,000 on new technology to make their buildings safer.
‘Mayor’s Work Ethic Certificate’ program launched for EVSC 8th graders
Students will be able to receive the “Mayor’s Work Ethic Certificate” when completed.
Goebel Realty to manage McCurdy
Residents of the McCurdy building in downtown Evansville are getting emails from office management that say they are getting new owners and new management.
ALERT DAY: Tuesday storms down wires and trees
Several viewers are sending us pictures of clouds. You can see them, and contribute your own here:
Evansville man arrested, charged in double murder
Police were seen at a triplex on Plantation Court, just off of Weinbach.
Registered sex offender facing new child molesting charge
Travis Anderson, 28, was booked into jail Monday night.
Infant headstones damaged after woman let child drive, police say
Officers say 48-year-old Jemie Robertson told them she let a 9-year-old girl sit in her lap and work the pedals and steering wheel.
Crews respond to crash involving backhoe in Evansville
It happened on St. Joseph Ave, between Diamond Ave and Allens Ln.
Two hurt when car plows into east side Evansville home
It happened around 12:30 Tuesday morning on Smythe Drive at the Villas at Theater Commons.
Rep. Bucshon hosts town hall in Evansville Monday
IN Congressman Dr. Larry Bucshon finally hosted a town hall meeting Monday night in the Tri-State which is his first in a few years.
Yard signs opposed to proposed wind farm project are disappearing; authorities investigating
It’s generally a quiet town in Poseyville, but debate over a wind farm has stirred things up in the rural community recently.
Dispatch: EPD, EFD respond to crash with injuries
Dispatch says EPD and EFD responded to a crash with injuries at Washington and Highway 41.
EPD increasing Greenway Passage patrols, funded by federal grant
The increase in EPD’s presence is funded through a federal non-motor grant.
Traffic Alert: WB lane of Washington Ave. closed after water main break
Westbound lane of Washington Avenue, just east of US Highway 41 in front of Enlow Field is closed due to a water main break
Neighborhood Watch: Sheriff’s Office looks for theft suspects; someone stealing signs in Posey Co.
The Spencer County Sheriff’s Office wants your help identifying possible theft suspects. Someone stealing signs in Posey County.
Man sentenced in deadly 2017 crash
Justin Declue was sentenced Monday to four years on a charge of causing death while operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated.
Town of Grandview under boil advisory
Officials say the precautionary boil advisory is because of low water pressure due to construction on the water main.
Man accused of firing gun after threatening to shoot woman in the face
His charges include, battery, criminal recklessness, pointing a loaded firearm, intimidation, and carrying a handgun with a prior felony conviction.
New lane restrictions, closures on Veterans Memorial Parkway
INDOT officials will shift the concrete barriers and traffic cones just south of the Waterworks Road intersection
Man accused of approaching child with cookies and condom in pocket now facing federal charges
The case is now in federal court where documents show the suspect's phone contained child porn, and there had been a google search of “how to rape a little girl."
Southern Indiana sheriff’s deputy fatally shoots armed man
Southern Indiana police say a sheriff's deputy fatally shot a man who had refused to disarm after he reportedly fired gunshots.
Gas prices down almost 50 cents from last year
In Evansville, the price of gas fell roughly 15 cents in two weeks according to Gasbuddy.com.
Sun. evening storm causes damage throughout Tri-State, thousands lose power
The storms Sunday evening have caused thousands to lose power in the Tri-State.
Community teams up to clean cemetery
Brenda and Mike Moore, with the help of friends and family, have been cleaning up Maple Hill Cemetery.
Mt. Vernon bike registration
The Mt. Vernon Police Department is working on ways to recover stolen bicycles.
Affidavit: man arrested on weapon, meth charges after being pulled over
The affidavit says the 47-year-old was pulled over on St. Joseph Avenue shortly after 12 a.m. Sunday.
Amber Alert for 16-yr-old girl canceled
At 1:30 p.m. Sunday, the Indiana State Police sent a news release saying the Amber Alert has been canceled.
Celebrating the life of Jennifer King
Friends and family from as far as California came together and celebrated her life after she lost her battle with cancer.
Evansville Museum hosts 3rd annual Comic-Con
The event is devoted to celebrating the arts, science, and history of geek culture.
Evansville BBQ Festival wraps up Sat. night
Saturday’s free event included world championship barbecue for sale, live music, and a custom car show.
Sheriff’s Office: man arrested for battery on pregnant woman after investigation
Deputies arrested a 30-year-old man on Thursday for several charges, including battery on a pregnant woman.
Indiana St. garage ‘a total loss’ after late Fri. fire
No injuries were sustained during the fire, but the garage is “a total loss,” according to the news release.
Back-to-school illnesses parents need to watch for
School is now in session for germs, viruses and bacteria that cause illnesses that can make your child or you sick.
ISP: $250K worth of marijuana plants found in Hazleton
Indiana State Police say 69-year-old Dale Robinson of Hazleton was arrested Friday afternoon for Dealing Marijuana over 10 lbs.
Health Dept: mosquitoes test positive for West Nile Virus in Gibson Co.
The report does not give an exact location.
Committee hopes for better participation in 2020 Census
Evansville’s Complete Count Committee met on Friday to discuss how they plan to encourage the community to participate.
New system to help EPD be more transparent with public
Evansville Police Department has installed a new body and dashcam system.
‘Dust control plan’ in place after residents voice complaints
Evansville Water and Sewer Utility have worked with the construction team here on what they are calling a “dust control plan.”
Traffic Alert: 3rd Ave. in Jasper down to 1 lane starting Mon.
Construction crews are encouraging drivers to take a different route during construction hours.
Jason Aldean not confirmed for Daviess Co. show
The co-owner of Wittaker Guns said Jason Aldean will headline an acoustic concert in October. However, Jason Aldean’s PR says the country star is not confirmed to play.