A domestic violence situation over the weekend in Evansville led to a pair of drug arrests. Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to the 800 block of Alyssum Drive for a domestic violence incident on Sunday. Neighbors reported that a juvenile came to their residence and requested that they call 911 due to a fight […]
Domestic Violence Investigation Leads to Drug Arrests Read More »
Evansville Police Department said it appears the fatal shooting that occurred over the weekend was done in self-defense. Officers were dispatched to the 1400 block of Delmar Ave at just before 11 a.m. Saturday for a report of shots fired in the area. The 911 caller reported their brother had been shot. Officers arrived and
EPD determines weekend fatal shooting was self-defense; no arrests made Read More »
The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office detained a 15-year-old North High School student on Friday after authorities recovered a firearm from the school property. Shortly after school began, a Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office School Resource Deputy was approached by students who reported that they believed another student had a firearm. The students told the deputy that
Firearm Recovered at Evansville North High School; Juvenile Taken Into Custody Read More »
A felon’s plan melted after authorities located a handgun he stashed inside a local grocery store freezer while fleeing from police. Evansville Police detectives saw Larry K. Goble, 41, in the 700 block of South Green River Road. Detectives knew Goble had a felony warrant for his arrest. Police attempted to take Goble into custody,
Felon’s Plan Melts After Handgun Found Near Frozen Pizza Read More »
A UPS employee was arrested on theft charges related to a stolen parcel that contained a handgun. On Aug. 18th, Vanderburgh County Sheriff deputies were requested at a local gun store to investigate the suspected theft of a parcel containing a firearm. The person reporting the theft explained that the firearm had been shipped via
UPS employee accused of stealing parcel containing a handgun Read More »
Owensboro will welcome the Kentucky Opioid Symposium October 5–6, bringing together state and regional leaders, prevention professionals, community partners and organizations working to address the impact of substance use on children, families and communities across Kentucky. The symposium is coming to Owensboro through a collaborative effort between RiverValley Behavioral Health, Visit Owensboro and the Kentucky
Kentucky Opioid Symposium Coming to Owensboro October 5–6 Read More »
Union County, Ky. (August 24, 2026) – Kentucky State Police man arrested a second juvenile in connection with the death of a Union County man The juvenile was charged with second-degree manslaughter and tampering with physical evidence in relation to the case on Monday. The charge is in connection with the death of Jami M. Fletcher, 25.
Second juvenile charged in connection with death of Union County man Read More »
HENDERSON, Ky. (Aug. 24, 2026) – The U.S. 41 Twin Bridges in Henderson are fully reopened to traffic following the completion of temporary repairs to the southbound bridge to address an issue with a component of the bridge identified during a bridge inspection earlier this month. The left lane on the southbound bridge reopened at
Both lanes of southbound Twin Bridge now open Read More »
Morganfield, Ky.– Kentucky State Police have arrested a juvenile in connection with the death of a Union County man. KSP said the juvenile was charged with second-degree manslaughter and tampering with physical death on Friday. The Union County Sheriff’s Office contacted KSP on Monday about a death investigation at 115 Road 15 in Morganfield. Jami
Juvenile charged with manslaughter in Union County death investigation Read More »
HOPKINSVILLE – Aug. 21, 2026 – The city of Hopkinsville is asking the community’s help following the theft of veteran grave markers from Cave Springs Cemetery and Riverside Cemetery. As of Friday afternoon, 27 markers are known to have been stolen from the two cemeteries. Officials said in a news release that, “these markers are
City of Hopkinsville Seeks Community’s Help Following Theft of Veteran Grave Markers Read More »
Evansville authorities made multiple arrests after an investigation discovered numerous illegal firearms numerous illegal firearms. Detectives with the Street Crimes Unit followed up on information about illegal firearms activity in the 700 block of Chateau Drive. The SCU was able to identify Kendan B. Thomas, 21, and Konnor L. Kiper, 19, as suspects. On Thursday,
Multiple Arrests Made After Investigation Discovers Numerous Illegal Firearms Read More »
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Aug. 20, 2026) – The Kentucky State Fair invites fairgoers from across the commonwealth and country to come together from Aug. 20 – 30 for a showcase of Kentucky traditions, agriculture and entertainment. The fair will highlight our essential agriculture industry and the hardworking Kentucky farmers who make it so special, crown the
Multiple arrests have been made in connection with a shooting that occurred Monday night in Evansville. Authorities were dispatched to the 700 block of North Garvin Street in Evansville just after 10:30 p.m. Monday after receiving multiple 911 calls saying more than 10 shots were heard in the area. Officers determined that two men had
Multiple arrests made in connection with Evansville shooting Read More »
Temporary repairs should let the bridge fully reopen next week HENDERSON, Ky. (Aug. 19, 2026) – Kentucky Transportation Cabinet engineers and consultants are working to expedite repairs to the approach span of the southbound U.S. 41 Twin Bridge after an inspection identified issues with rocker bearings supporting the bridge. The issue, which is located beneath the left lane of
KYTC Announces Plan to Expedite Repairs at the Twin Bridges to Relieve Traffic Impact Read More »
Morganfield, Ky.– Kentucky State Police suspects foul play in a Morganfield man’s death. The Union County Sheriff’s Office contacted KSP on Monday about a death investigation at 115 Road 15 in Morganfield. Jami M. Fletcher, 25, was located deceased at the scene by arriving officers. The initial investigation by Kentucky State Police Post 16 indicates
KSP investigating death in Morganfield; foul play suspected Read More »
