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Trial to begin for man accused of starting fire in Henderson
HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - The man accused of starting a fire on Henderson Island back in November goes on trial today. As we’ve reported, Cole Bell was indicted by a grand jury earlier this year in the case. [Grand jury indicts man in Henderson Island fire case]. According to...
EPD ask for help with finding missing teen
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Evansville Police Department officials are searching for missing 14-year-old Chy’Laye Kay. Police ask if you know of her whereabouts to contact detectives at 812-435-7900. We will update you as this story continues to develop.
On Alert for a few severe storms and heavy rain, possible flooding
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) -First Alert Weather Days continue for a few strong to severe thunderstorms this evening and then heavy rainfall on Friday. Severe storms, if they form, would likely produce large hail or damaging winds. Up to another inch of rain possible with storms overnight and through the day on Friday. Rain should end on Saturday, and temperatures will warm into the upper 80s on Sunday and for the first half of next week. More showers and storms are likely Tuesday-Thursday. Temperatures will come back down into the lower 80s Wednesday through Friday.
Kentucky State Police troopers honor fallen law enforcement
HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - We may recognize the sacrifice and protection from law enforcement who are working now, but Thursday troopers with the Kentucky State Police took the chance to honor the ones who have fallen. “There’s not very many people in Henderson anymore that remember my dad. But he...
Evansville mom charged after baby's death gets probation
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — An Evansville mom who was charged with neglect after the death of her child was sentenced Thursday. Loreena Nance appeared in court for her sentencing hearing Thursday, where she received a two-year sentence. Nance was credited for time served since her January arrest, and the...
EPD discusses swift response in standoff and K9 arrest
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) – Less than 10 seconds after jumping out of a stolen vehicle, suspect Shawn Grigsby was taken down. The truck’s owner says he was mowing when he saw Grigsby climb into the truck. Police say Grigsby tried to flee but crashed into a pole, forcing the vehicle to become stuck. “He gave […]
Henderson seeks solutions for keeping pool open
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- Officials in Henderson want to ensure that Atkinson Pool will remain open for the entire summer season. The pool has been plagued by lifeguard shortages for years, causing early shut downs in the past. This year’s plan is to open the pool gradually, to get up to full strength after a few […]
Scattered P.M. Storms
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Patchy fog has developed this morning...mainly in low spots. Visibilities could be reduced to as low as a 1/2 of a mile. This afternoon through tonight...scattered thunderstorms will develop and a few severe thunderstorms are possible. The primary concerns are large hail and brief damaging winds.
Person shot in Evansville, police investigating
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Evansville Police say they were called about a “hold up” report, where a person was shot. They say the victim was taken to the hospital with a gunshot wound to the leg. We’re still working to find out where the shooting happened. We’ll...
Burrito Express Mexican Grill in Henderson to close in June
HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - Burrito Express Mexican Grill owners announced Thursday that June will be their final month of operations. According to a Facebook post, their affiliated restaurants will undergo restructuring as well. They went on to thank everyone for their support.
Witnesses describe ‘surreal’ K9 arrest
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) – Witnesses of the standoff and K9 arrest of suspect Shawn Grigsby call the scene “surreal”. Ashley Gregg works at a home healthcare facility on Green River Road and was getting coffee at a restaurant when she noticed a heavy police presence. That’s when she and her co-workers huddled outside their office […]
K9 Orkan apprehends auto theft suspect
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – On May 16 around 8 a.m. officers with the Evansville Police Department (EPD) were dispatched to a business on North Green River Road for an auto theft in progress. EPD says officers arrived within minutes and found the suspect, later identified as 35-year-old Shawn M. Grigsby, trying to flee in a […]
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