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Widespread Rain, Warmer Temperatures Rain showers are possible across Southern Indiana this evening as a cold front sinks south across the Ohio River Valley.

Rain showers are possible across Southern Indiana this evening as a cold front sinks south across the Ohio River Valley.

Firefighters respond to house fire in Central City, no injuries reported CENTRAL CITY, Ky. (WEVV) — A residential house fire on North 6th Street was quickly brought under control Saturday morning after a rapid response from the Central City Fire Department

The first crew arrived on scene within one minute of notification and reported heavy smoke.

Area fire departments urge residents not to burn NEWBURG, Ind. (WEVV) -- Fire departments in both Indiana and Kentucky are urging residents to avoid outdoor burning after crews responded to multiple grass and brush fires Saturday.

Fire departments in both Indiana and Kentucky are urging residents to avoid outdoor burning after crews responded to multiple grass and brush fires Saturday.

Israeli officials say Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei has been killed. No word from US or Iran Israeli officials told The Associated Press that Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been killed. There was no immediate comment from the U.S. or Iran on his status. The assassination

Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a major attack on Iran launched by Israel and the United States, Israeli officials stated.

Thunderbolts Win Streak Ends at Five with 4-1 Loss to Storm EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — The Evansville Thunderbolts saw their five-game winning streak come to an end Friday night at Ford Center, falling 4-1 to the Quad City Storm. Tough puck

The Evansville Thunderbolts saw their five-game winning streak come to an end Friday night at Ford Center, falling 4-1 to the Quad City Storm

What we know about the US-Israeli attack on Iran and Tehran’s retaliation (CNN) — The United States and Israel have launched a major attack on Iran, which President Donald Trump said would lay waste to the country’s military, obliterate its military program,

The United States and Israel have launched a major attack on Iran, which President Donald Trump said would lay waste to the country’s military, obliterate its military program, and could even topple its regime.

White County Sheriff's Department Donates to Support Safe Prom for Grayville Students GRAYVILLE, Ill. (WEVV) — Jordan Weiss recently presented a check to Mrs. Cline on behalf of Grayville, reinforcing the White County Sheriff’s Department’s commitment to student safety during prom season.

The donation was funded through fines collected for the department’s Anti-Crime Fund and is intended to help support a safe and enjoyable prom experience for local high school students.

Nasdaq and S&P just had their worst month since March. Here’s how to navigate the shift New York (CNN) — Technology stocks aren’t carrying the market like they used to — but investors can protect their portfolios during the volatility.

Technology stocks aren’t carrying the market like they used to — but investors can protect their portfolios during the volatility.

US and Israel launch strikes on Iran, as Trump says ‘massive’ campaign underway (CNN) — The United States and Israel launched an attack on Iran Saturday morning, a major escalation following weeks of negotiations between US and Iranian officials over the country’s nuclear

The United States and Israel launched an attack on Iran Saturday morning, a major escalation following weeks of negotiations between US and Iranian officials over the country’s nuclear program.

Former Champion Laboratories employees gather for support Dozens of former employees of Champion Laboratories gathered Friday across the street from the building that employed so many local residents for decades, speaking out about their firings and supporting

Dozens of former employees of Champion Laboratories gathered Friday across the street from the building that employed so many local residents for decades, speaking out about their firings and supporting one another as they try to determine what comes next.

Police Pursuit Ends in Crash on U.S. 69 Near Audubon Exit HENDERSON, Ky. (WEVV) -- At least two people in connection to a pursuit were detained on Friday afternoon.

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEVV) -- At least two people in connection to a pursuit were detained on Friday afternoon.

Another teen charged in deadly Marshall Avenue shooting in Evansville Keivon Smith was recently charged with murder and his case has been waived to adult court.

Keivon Smith was recently charged with murder and his case has been waived to adult court.

University of Evansville's $125M campaign enhances student opportunities Donations can be made at forward.evansville.edu.

Donations can be made at forward.evansville.edu.

Joint Narcotics Investigation Leads to Multiple Arrests in Evansville EVANSVVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) -- A joint narcotics investigation in Evansville has resulted in multiple arrests and the seizure of significant amounts of suspected illegal drugs and a firearm.

All were taken to the Vanderburgh County Jail.

New Centerpoint grants to help cut costs for small businesses Eligible organizations can receive up to $25,000 in matching grant funds for energy efficiency upgrades.

Eligible organizations can receive up to $25,000 in matching grant funds for energy efficiency upgrades.

Partial government shutdown starts to hit TSA workers’ paychecks (CNN) — Transportation Security Administration workers will receive only a portion of their next paycheck, which they are set to receive as soon as Friday, according to a union official.

The impasse could lead to staffing shortages and airport delays for some travelers, especially the longer TSA workers go without pay.

Evansville man gets 40 years in child molestation case VANDERBURGH COUNTY, Ind. (WSIL) -- A convicted child molester has been sentenced to a lengthy prison term in Indiana.

A convicted child molester has been sentenced to a lengthy prison term in Indiana.

Two arrested after deputies respond to domestic incident report in Evansville EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — Two people were arrested Thursday evening following a domestic-related investigation on Evansville’s west side.

Two people were arrested Thursday evening following a domestic-related investigation on Evansville’s west side.

Investigation closes on Evansville fire that killed three children The Evansville Fire Department on Friday released updated findings in its investigation into a deadly house fire which claimed the lives of three children earlier this month on Powell Avenue.

Fire officials give update on investigation of a house fire which killed three children.

Furry Friend Friday introduces North and Dom PAAWS stopped by with two adorable 3-month-old puppies, North and Dom, who are both looking for their forever homes.

PAAWS stopped by with two adorable 3-month-old puppies, North and Dom, who are both looking for their forever homes..

Boil water advisory issued for portions of Powderly POWDERLY, Ky. (WEVV) — Muhlenberg County Water District 1 has issued a boil water advisory for parts of Powderly on Friday, Feb. 27, and continuing until further notice.

In effect until further notice.

Madisonville announces lineup for 2026 4th Fest and Praise in the Park City of Madisonville has unveiled the entertainment lineup for its annual 4th Fest and Praise in the Park, scheduled for July 3-5 at Madisonville City Park.

City of Madisonville has unveiled the entertainment lineup for its annual 4th Fest and Praise in the Park, scheduled for July 3-5 at Madisonville City Park.

Henderson County Schools announces preschool expansion for 2026-2027 Henderson County Schools is expanding its preschool program for the 2026-2027 school year, adding more locations and enrollment opportunities for local families.

Henderson County Schools is expanding its preschool program for the 2026-2027 school year, adding more locations and enrollment opportunities for local families.

Knox County Commissioners holding public meeting this weekend on solar concerns The Knox County Commissioners have scheduled a special public session for 3 p.m. Sunday at the Monroe City Blue Jeans Community Center gym. The meeting is expected to focus on

The Knox County Commissioners have scheduled a special public session for 3 p.m. Sunday at the Monroe City Blue Jeans Community Center gym. The meeting is expected to focus on proposed solar developments and potential regulations tied to those projects.

Darren Bailey to join laid-off workers after Champion Labs closure Former Illinois State Senator and gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey is expected to stand alongside laid-off employees Friday morning. Bailey has scheduled a 9 a.m. press conference outside the Champion Labs

Former Illinois State Senator and gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey is expected to stand alongside laid-off employees Friday morning. Bailey has scheduled a 9 a.m. press conference outside the Champion Labs facility in Albion.

Warmth Today, Weekend Rain Patchy fog is developing across Southern Indiana this morning before warmer conditions take hold. Southwesterly winds are expected to increase, contributing to an elevated fire danger this afternoon, particularly in

Patchy fog is developing across Southern Indiana this morning before warmer conditions take hold. Southwesterly winds are expected to increase, contributing to an elevated fire danger this afternoon, particularly in areas to our west. Temperatures will be unseasonably warm today…

Motorists urged to avoid area after crash in Dubois County HUNTINGBURG, Ind. (WEVV) — A multiple vehicle crash was reported just before 11:30 a.m. Thursday south of Huntingburg, near 8166 S. U.S. 231, according to the Dubois County Sheriff’s Office.

HUNTINGBURG, Ind. (WEVV) — A multiple vehicle crash was reported just before 11:30 a.m. Thursday south of Huntingburg, near 8166 S. U.S. 231, according to the Dubois County Sheriff’s Office.

The historic Palace Lodge building in Winslow pushed in The historic Palace Lodge building in downtown Winslow has been taken down after town officials voted to move forward with demolition efforts this week.

The historic Palace Lodge building in downtown Winslow has been taken down after town officials voted to move forward with demolition efforts this week.

New Rainbow Bridge in Evansville park to honor beloved pets The Rainbow Bridge will allow visitors to hang their pets' collars as a memorial.

The Rainbow Bridge will allow visitors to hang their pets' collars as a memorial.

FBI investigating mysterious letters sent to Ohio County offices Three Ohio County government offices received identical letters postmarked from Michigan containing blank pages. Two staff members reported minor symptoms after opening them. The FBI is now investigating.

Mysterious letters containing blank pages were sent to several Ohio County government offices. Two employees felt minor symptoms after opening them— but officials say there is no threat to the public. The FBI is investigating.