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- Fatal collision kills three people in Muhlenberg Countyby Erin SchmittMUHLENBERG COUNTY, Ky. (June 29, 2026) – Kentucky State Police is investigating a fatal collision in Muhlenberg County that killed three people over the weekend. The collision occurred at the intersection of U.S. 431 and Power Plant Road in Muhlenberg County on Sunday. Whitney Duarte, 35, of Central City, was driving a Nissan Sedan southbound on US… Read more: Fatal collision kills three people in Muhlenberg County
- Beat the Heat: How to Stay Safe and Spot the Signs of Heat Illnessby Erin SchmittWith extreme temperatures hitting the tri-state this week, it’s important to know the signs of heat exhaustion. Take action early to stay safe. Here is a quick, simple guide from Ascension St. Vincent on how to stay cool and what warning signs to watch out for. The Golden Rules: Hydrate. Rest. Cool down. Hydrate: Drink… Read more: Beat the Heat: How to Stay Safe and Spot the Signs of Heat Illness
- Downtown Henderson hosts America 250 Independence Day Celebration on Friday, July 3rdby Erin SchmittHENDERSON, KY (June 26th, 2026) – The Henderson Chamber of Commerce the City and County invite the community to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with its annual downtown Independence Day Celebration on Friday. The community is invited to enjoy an evening of family-friendly entertainment from 5 – 8:30 p.m. with a variety of food trucks, special… Read more: Downtown Henderson hosts America 250 Independence Day Celebration on Friday, July 3rd
- Evansville Man Arrested After High-Speed, Multi-County Pursuit in Stolen Van Jun. 26, 2026by Erin SchmittThe Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office has arrested an Evansville man following an early-morning vehicle pursuit that crossed multiple jurisdictions, reached speeds of approximately 100 miles per hour, and ended at a north-side apartment complex. In the early-morning hours on Friday, an Evansville Police Department officer located a Ford Econoline van that had been reported stolen… Read more: Evansville Man Arrested After High-Speed, Multi-County Pursuit in Stolen Van Jun. 26, 2026
- Medical Run Turns Into Officer Involved Fatal Shooting After Evansville Detective Shot Atby Erin SchmittEvansville Police said a medical run turned into an officer involved fatal shooting after a detective was shot at on Thursday afternoon. The man who allegedly fired at the detective was killed after shots were exchanged. Evansville officers were dispatched to the 500 block of Colonial Avenue at about 1 p.m. Thursday in reference to… Read more: Medical Run Turns Into Officer Involved Fatal Shooting After Evansville Detective Shot At
- Road Rage Incident Leads to Felony Chargesby Erin SchmittAn Evansville man was arrested following a road rage incident where a firearm was reportedly brandished. Evansville Dispatch issued a Be on the Lookout for a vehicle involved in a road rage incident in which a firearm was reportedly brandished at approximately 2 p.m. Thursday. Deputies with the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to… Read more: Road Rage Incident Leads to Felony Charges
- State releases county unemployment data for May 2026by Erin SchmittFRANKFORT, Ky. – Unemployment rates rose in 95 counties between May 2025 and May 2026, fell in 17 counties and stayed the same in eight counties, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics, an agency within the Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet. Union County unemployment was 4.5% for May, up from 4.1% last year, while… Read more: State releases county unemployment data for May 2026
- EVPL announces new collection, Evansville Oral History Archivesby Erin SchmittEvansville – Oral histories, shared stories and memories of lived experiences are too often lost as people and time pass, yet humanity learns from looking back and reflecting on our history. The Evansville Oral History Archives, a new EVPL digital collection funded by the EVPL Foundation, captures stories that preserve and share the history of… Read more: EVPL announces new collection, Evansville Oral History Archives
- Kentucky Wesleyan College Names Dr. Stephen Germic Interim Presidentby Erin SchmittOWENSBORO, Ky. — The Kentucky Wesleyan College Board of Trustees has appointed Dr. Stephen Germic, Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs, to serve as interim president of the College. Dr. Germic will step into the role on July 1st, ensuring uninterrupted progress on the College’s ambitious academic agenda, while Dr. James Cousins and… Read more: Kentucky Wesleyan College Names Dr. Stephen Germic Interim President
- Florida Woman Arrested Following Road Rage Incidentby Erin SchmittA Florida woman has been arrested following a road rage incident in Indiana. The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office received a report at 12:27 p.m. Wednesday about a road rage incident on northbound U.S. Highway 41 near Boonville-New Harmony Road. Officials said the driver of a black Lexus became involved in a dispute with the driver… Read more: Florida Woman Arrested Following Road Rage Incident
- ORX Section 3 work on schedule to be complete this yearby Erin SchmittWork on Section 3 of the I-69 Ohio River Crossing is entering its final months. Section 3 includes some of the approach roadways and bridges in Evansville. Work started in fall 2024 and will be completed late this year. The work includes three new approach bridges and approach roadways. The roads and bridges being built… Read more: ORX Section 3 work on schedule to be complete this year
- Speed Reduction Planned on U.S. 60 in Owensboroby Erin SchmittOWENSBORO, Ky. – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, in coordination with local leaders and law enforcement, will reduce the posted speed limit on the U.S. 60 Wendell Ford Expressway (formerly known as the Owensboro Bypass) from 65 to 55 mph beginning Wednesday, June 24. The change is being made to improve traffic safety in response to increases in… Read more: Speed Reduction Planned on U.S. 60 in Owensboro
- Former Henderson teacher charged with sexual abuseby Erin SchmittA former Henderson County High School teacher has been charged with sexual abuse. Henderson Police Department previously reported that the agency had opened an investigation at Henderson County High School involving a staff member and a student. Police said Rachel Clement, 29, was taken into custody on Tuesday after being arraigned in Henderson County Circuit… Read more: Former Henderson teacher charged with sexual abuse
- Webster County Board of Education Selects New Superintendentby Erin SchmittThe Webster County Board of Education has named Michael Gooch as the next Superintendent of Webster County Schools. Gooch brings nearly two decades of experience in public education, having served in Hopkins County as a teacher, assistant principal, and athletic director. He also worked in Webster County as a middle school principal and the district’s… Read more: Webster County Board of Education Selects New Superintendent
- Kentucky State Police Post 2 Investigates Massage Parlor for Prostitution-Related Crimesby Erin SchmittOAK GROVE, Ky. (June 22, 2026 ) – Kentucky State Police have arrested three people after receiving a tip that an Oak Grove spa was offering sexual service in exchange for money. KSP received an online crime tip on April 11, 2026, alleging that Golden Phoenix Spa in Oak Grove was offering sexual services in exchange for… Read more: Kentucky State Police Post 2 Investigates Massage Parlor for Prostitution-Related Crimes
- KSP investigating fatal shooting in Todd Countyby Erin SchmittELKTON, Ky. (June 22, 2026) – Kentucky State Police Post 2 in Madisonville is investigating a shooting incident in Todd County that resulted in the deaths of two women. Todd County Dispatch contacted KSP on Saturday to assist with a shooting investigation near the 600 block of Gates Road in Elkton. A preliminary investigation indicates that… Read more: KSP investigating fatal shooting in Todd County
- Small Town, Big Pride: Henderson KY Pride Celebrates Record Growth Ahead of Saturday’s Festivalby Erin SchmittHENDERSON, KY — Henderson KY Pride is preparing for its largest and most ambitious celebration yet as the organization welcomes the community to Pride ’26 on Saturday, June 27, in downtown Henderson. Now gearing up for its third annual celebration, Henderson KY Pride has experienced remarkable growth since its inaugural event in 2024. What began… Read more: Small Town, Big Pride: Henderson KY Pride Celebrates Record Growth Ahead of Saturday’s Festival
- Marion hosting Legacy of Liberty event June 26-27by Erin SchmittMarion, Kentucky will host what is expected to be the largest community celebration in the last 50 years this weekend. Legacy of Liberty is a community-wide celebration marking the 250th anniversary of the United States. The event is designed to connect people with the history that shaped our nation, and the event invites residents and… Read more: Marion hosting Legacy of Liberty event June 26-27
- Arrest Made After Investigation Into Threats Against Officerby Erin SchmittEvansville Police have arrested a man accused of making threats against an officer on social media. On May 21, 2026, Evansville Police Department was made aware of what officials called concerning social media posts made by 22-year-old Dredon E. Nunn. Nunn is the son of Everett Nunn, who was killed by an Evansville Police Department… Read more: Arrest Made After Investigation Into Threats Against Officer
- Sgt. Seth Rainey Named Evansville District Public Information Officer for Indiana State Policeby Erin SchmittEvansville – Sgt. Seth Rainey has been named the Indiana State Police Evansville District public information officer. Sergeant Rainey is a native of Mt. Vernon and a 2003 graduate of Mt. Vernon High School. He attended Ball State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in 2007 and was a member of the… Read more: Sgt. Seth Rainey Named Evansville District Public Information Officer for Indiana State Police
- Indiana State Trooper Injured After Being Struck Along US 41by Erin SchmittKnox County, IN – An Indiana state trooper was injured after being struck along U.S. 41. Master Trooper Brett Pool was on U.S. 41 near Decker at about 6:13 p.m. Tuesday when he and his marked vehicle were struck by a northbound SUV. The vehicle was driven by Anna Elkins, 33, of Vincennes. At the time… Read more: Indiana State Trooper Injured After Being Struck Along US 41
- Ascension St. Vincent Evansville Welcomes 13 New Resident Physiciansby Erin SchmittEVANSVILLE, IN – Ascension St. Vincent Evansville’s Internal Medicine Residency Program has welcomed its second-ever class of 13 new resident physicians, who officially begin their specialized training this week. The successful National Residency Match culminated in these graduates starting their journey to spend the next several years in specialized training in Evansville. Data shows nearly… Read more: Ascension St. Vincent Evansville Welcomes 13 New Resident Physicians
- Two people shot in Waverly; homicide investigation openedby Erin SchmittAuthorities have apprehended a pair of juveniles connected to a fatal shooting that left one man dead and another injured over the weekend in Waverly. Henderson County Sheriff’s deputies responded to the 13000 block of Ranch Road in Waverly at about 12 a.m. Sunday to investigate a shooting incident. Deputies found that two people had… Read more: Two people shot in Waverly; homicide investigation opened
- Kentucky Wesleyan College President Dr. James P. Cousins to Conclude Service After Five Yearsby Erin SchmittOWENSBORO, Ky. — Kentucky Wesleyan College announced Friday that President Dr. James P. Cousins will conclude his service to the College on July 31, 2026, after five years of leadership. The Board of Trustees will meet in the coming days to name an interim president and to determine the timeline for identifying Kentucky Wesleyan’s 37th president. The… Read more: Kentucky Wesleyan College President Dr. James P. Cousins to Conclude Service After Five Years
- Delta Regional Authority, U.S. Department of War to Host Wellness Mission in Henderson, Union and Webster counties June 11-21by Erin SchmittHENDERSON, Ky. – The Delta Regional Authority and the U.S. Department of War are partnering once again to bring another medical mission to Western Kentucky, thanks to the Innovative Readiness Training program. Led by the DRA, Air National Guard, Green River Area Development District (GRADD) and City of Henderson, the 2026 Green River Area Wellness… Read more: Delta Regional Authority, U.S. Department of War to Host Wellness Mission in Henderson, Union and Webster counties June 11-21
- RiverValley Behavioral Health holding Veterans Forumby Erin SchmittOWENSBORO, KY – RiverValley Behavioral Health is launching a Veterans Forum to help shape future services for those who served. For years, RVBH has provided behavioral health and recovery services to veterans throughout the region. Today, through its Veterans Services Unit, RVBH is strengthening those efforts with specialized support focused on military culture, care coordination,… Read more: RiverValley Behavioral Health holding Veterans Forum
- Matthew 25 AIDS Services Celebrates 30 Years with Community HIV Testing Eventsby Erin SchmittAt Matthew 25 AIDS Services, knowing your HIV status is something worth celebrating, and there’s no better time than during the organization’s 30th Anniversary celebration. This year, Matthew 25 is partnering with Greater Than HIV and Walgreens to host three fun, welcoming pop-up HIV testing events designed to help community members take charge of their… Read more: Matthew 25 AIDS Services Celebrates 30 Years with Community HIV Testing Events
- Henderson Community College Offers FREE Six-Week Workforce Training Beginning June 15by Erin SchmittHENDERSON, Ky. — Henderson Community College is now accepting registrations for its MAINTech program, a free, six-week workforce training boot camp designed to prepare participants for careers in manufacturing and industrial settings. Classes begin June 15. MAINTech, which stands for Multi-skilled Advanced Industrial Maintenance Training, is a hands-on, non-credit program that combines classroom instruction, technical training… Read more: Henderson Community College Offers FREE Six-Week Workforce Training Beginning June 15
- AG’s Office Indicts Bowling Green Pair for Defrauding Medicaidby Erin SchmittBOWLING GREEN, Ky. (May 13, 2026) – Two Bowling Green residents have been indicted for defrauding the Medicaid system. A Warren County Grand Jury indicted Chandra Branch, 56, and Evans Mitchell, 67, both of Bowling Green, with two counts each of Devising or Engaging in a Scheme to Defraud the Kentucky Medical Assistance Program of $1,000 or… Read more: AG’s Office Indicts Bowling Green Pair for Defrauding Medicaid
- Evansville-Vanderburgh County Drug Task Force Investigation Leads to Fentanyl Arrestby Erin SchmittThe Evansville-Vanderburgh County Drug Task Force has arrested two people in connection with selling fentanyl from a local hotel. Detectives received information that Carl Ashley Allen Jr., 38, of Madison, Tenn. was selling fentanyl from a hotel located in eastern Vanderburgh County. Before a search warrant was executed, detectives attempted to stop Allen in the hotel… Read more: Evansville-Vanderburgh County Drug Task Force Investigation Leads to Fentanyl Arrest
- Stock Yards completes its acquisition of Field & Mainby Erin SchmittStock Yards Bancorp has completed its acquisition of Field & Main Bancorp. As a result of the merger, Stock Yard officials said Field & Main customers will not experience any immediate changes to their banking experience and should continue using their respective Field & Main Bank branches, checks, bank cards, online and mobile banking, and… Read more: Stock Yards completes its acquisition of Field & Main
- Henderson Community College Student Success Celebrations Set for May 8by Erin SchmittHENDERSON, Ky. – Henderson Community College will celebrate student success during five events Friday, May 8, all on HCC’s campus. Medical Laboratory Technician Pinning Ceremony – 11 a.m., Sullivan Technology Center multipurpose room Nursing Pinning Ceremony – Noon, Preston Arts Center Medical Assisting Pinning Ceremony – 1:15 p.m., Sullivan Technology Center multipurpose room Spring Commencement… Read more: Henderson Community College Student Success Celebrations Set for May 8
- National Salvation Army Week Celebrated May 11–17 as Local Units Highlight Service, Gratitude, and “Giving with Joy”by Erin SchmittHenderson, KY – The Salvation Army in Western Kentucky is joining communities across the nation in celebrating National Salvation Army Week, May 11–17, 2026, a time dedicated to recognizing the organization’s mission, history, and year-round service to neighbors in need. National Salvation Army Week was first proclaimed in 1954 by President Dwight D. Eisenhower, who… Read more: National Salvation Army Week Celebrated May 11–17 as Local Units Highlight Service, Gratitude, and “Giving with Joy”
- Evansville Man Bites Deputy: Suspect Arrested after Attacking Multiple Victimsby Erin SchmittAn Evansville man is accused of biting a sheriff’s deputy after attacking multiple victims. Evansville Police Department responded to a domestic violence call in progress after an 11-year-old girl reported that Christopher Patrick Andrew, 43, of Evansville had physically assaulted her and a man at a residence in the 1500 block of West Missouri Avenue… Read more: Evansville Man Bites Deputy: Suspect Arrested after Attacking Multiple Victims
- Gov. Beshear Recognizes Second Chance Month, Ceremonially Signs Legislation To EstablishGame-Changing Reentry Centerby Erin SchmittGov. Andy Beshear has signed legislation that provides the framework to create Kentucky’s first reentry campus. It focuses on increasing public safety and boosting the state’s workforce. April is Second Chance Month, which brings communities and organizations together throughout the nation to raise awareness of barriers that inmates face upon reentering society. “In Kentucky, we… Read more: Gov. Beshear Recognizes Second Chance Month, Ceremonially Signs Legislation To EstablishGame-Changing Reentry Center
- RiverValley Behavioral Health to Open Emerald Lodge Residential Recovery Center in Hawesville -Hancock Countyby Erin SchmittiverValley Behavioral Health has opened The Emerald Lodge, a 16-bed residential treatment program for men located in Hancock County, Kentucky. Officials said this new facility expands RVBH’s commitment to providing accessible, high-quality substance use treatment services across the region. Emerald Lodge offers a calm, nature-inspired setting designed to support recovery, self-reflection, and long-term wellness. Through… Read more: RiverValley Behavioral Health to Open Emerald Lodge Residential Recovery Center in Hawesville -Hancock County
- EPD arrests Evansville man in connection with South Lincoln Park Drive shooting deathby Erin SchmittEvansville Police Department has arrested an Evansville man in connection with a shooting death that occurred on South Lincoln Park Drive in late March. Jacquez D. Crosby, 30, of Evansville has been charged with murder. Officers were dispatched to the 12000 block of South Lincoln Park Drive in Evansville on March 29th after shots were… Read more: EPD arrests Evansville man in connection with South Lincoln Park Drive shooting death
- Evansville man arrested following shots fired in apartment complex parking lotby Erin SchmittAn Evansville man is accused of firing off shots in an apartment complex parking lot. Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to the 300 block of Norma Drive in the Golden Tower apartment complex at about 1:20 a.m. Wednesday after receiving a report of shots fired. Deputies spoke with a resident who reported hearing four… Read more: Evansville man arrested following shots fired in apartment complex parking lot
- Sheriff Noah Robinson Appointed to Indiana Law Enforcement Training Boardby Erin SchmittVanderburgh County Sheriff Noah Robinson has been appointed by Governor Mike Braun to serve on the Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board. Robinson will serve on the board as the representative for county sheriffs in counties with a population of at least one hundred thousand. The Training Board serves as the governing body of the Indiana… Read more: Sheriff Noah Robinson Appointed to Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board
- Children’s Day Celebration & Resource Fair Planned for Saturday in Evansvilleby Erin SchmittEvansville – Nearly 50 community organizations will be participating in the Children’s Day Celebration and Resource Fair this Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Stockwell Park/Parque Latino. The event is hosted by Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library, CareSource, Centro Latino + Americano, LIGA Link, and the Immigrant Welcome & Resource Center. “This event… Read more: Children’s Day Celebration & Resource Fair Planned for Saturday in Evansville
- Author Sarah Adams to Open EVPL’s SPEAK 2026 Seriesby Erin SchmittEvansville, IN – Sarah Adams, New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author of 13 contemporary romantic comedy novels, will kick off EVPL’s 2026 SPEAK series this Thursday, April 23, at 7 p.m. at Old National Events Plaza in downtown Evansville. Sponsored by the EVPL Foundation, SPEAK events are free and open to all, according… Read more: Author Sarah Adams to Open EVPL’s SPEAK 2026 Series
- Shawneetown Bridge Inspection Planned for Mondayby Erin SchmittThe Kentucky Transportation Cabinet plans to conduct the annual structural inspection of the Shawneetown Bridge over the Ohio River on Monday, April 20. The inspection is scheduled to last from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. During this time motorists should expect a single lane closure across the bridge, with alternating traffic flow controlled by flaggers.… Read more: Shawneetown Bridge Inspection Planned for Monday
- Daviess County Man Arrested by Kentucky State Police on Sexual Offense Chargesby Erin SchmittOWENSBORO, Ky. (April 14, 2026) – A Daviess County man has been arrested on human trafficking charges following a months-long investigation into allegations involving a juvenile. Kentucky State Police troopers arrested Juan Louis Mendez Segovia, 50, of Daviess County, on Tuesday night after an investigation revealed he engaged in a sexual relationship with a juvenile.… Read more: Daviess County Man Arrested by Kentucky State Police on Sexual Offense Charges
- KYTC Begins Emergency Project to Address Mine Subsidence on I-69 in Hopkins Countyby Erin SchmittMADISONVILLE, Ky. (April 16, 2026) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has awarded an emergency contract to Lexington-based Geospecialties to address mine subsidence concerns along Interstate 69 near the 111-mile marker in Hopkins County. This will result in lane closures and traffic delays beginning Friday, April 17. This project is part of KYTC’s ongoing efforts to… Read more: KYTC Begins Emergency Project to Address Mine Subsidence on I-69 in Hopkins County
- Evansville Police investigating suspicious deathby Erin SchmittEvansville Police Department said an investigation is underway following a suspicious death. Officers were dispatched Wednesday to the 2500 block of Lodge Avenue in reference to a sensitive incident run. The 911 caller reported there was a female who was being assaulted, and a male was now unresponsive. Officers arrived and located an elderly male… Read more: Evansville Police investigating suspicious death