Category Archives: Local News

Warming Centers And Overnight Shelters Are Open To Assist Residents
Anyone who has been affected by the winter storm can call 1-800 RED CROSS (800-733-2767) for assistance. ***************** Assistance Locations: Vanderburgh County North Park Wesleyan Church - OVERNIG...
Amy Adams Jan 07, 2025 Photo and listing provided by ECHO

Evansville Regional Airport Is Open But Without Power
A report on its Facebook page says Evansville Regional Airport is "open but without power." That confirms a report called into WIKY by a ticket holder. The caller said he arrived at the airport to fin...
Amy Adams Jan 06, 2025 WIKY New Photo by Jordan Rowe

Several Warming Stations Open In Evansville
United Caring Services...324 NW 6th Street Evansville Rescue Mission...500 E. Walnut Street CK Newsome Center...100 E. Walnut Street during daytime hours EVPL locations during daytime hours Ruth's Hou...
Amy Adams Jan 06, 2025 twoellis / Depositphotos.com

First Winter Storm Of 2025 Shuts Down Several Businesses
Record snowfall has shut down the Civic Center and Vanderburgh Superior Court along with all Gibson County Offices including the courthouse. Ascension St. Vincent has closed several offices. Republic ...
Amy Adams Jan 06, 2025 Rose Midford / CC

New Law Is Putting Vape Stores Out Of Business
It may be the end for some Kentucky smoke and vape shops after a new law went into effect. As of January 1, shops can only sell products approved by the Food and Drug Administration. One Owensboro bus...
Amy Adams Jan 03, 2025 EdZbarzhyvetsky / Depositphotos.com

Car Stolen From Driveway While Warming Up
An Evansville woman is accused of stealing a car Thursday morning in the 1400 block of Lodge Avenue. The owner of the car told police he was warming it up and when he returned it was gone. Before the ...
Amy Adams Jan 03, 2025 Abby Lee Ballard (Vanderburgh County Jail)

Henderson Teen Charged With Torture
A Henderson man accused of torturing a cat has turned himself in to authorities. According to a police report, a 9-1-1 call was made on December 22 after a mutilated cat was found on a car on Pringle ...
Amy Adams Jan 03, 2025 KAIDEN LO (Henderson County Jail)

Be Prepared Ahead Of The Winter Storm
With colder temperatures and possible snow in the forecast, it won't be long until winter driving conditions become the norm for many across the state. Unfortunately, many will only think about drivin...
Amy Adams Jan 03, 2025 Indiana State Police

Blue Alert Issued For Suspect Believed To Be Involved In Shooting An Orange County Deputy
The Indiana State Police has issued a Blue Alert for Austin Schepers, wanted for the involvement of injury to a law enforcement officer. Schepers is described as a 33-year-old white male, 5 feet 7 inc...
Amy Adams Jan 03, 2025 Austin Schepers (ISP)

Evansville Couple Behind Bars In Gibson County
Earlier this week a man and a woman from Evansville were arrested during a traffic stop in Gibson County. During a roadside investigation, the deputy learned that the driver, 31-year-old Jabbor Ahmed ...
Amy Adams Jan 02, 2025 Jabbor Ahmed/Singleton Johnson (GCSO)


