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OFD: Structure fire sends one to hospital

Owensboro Fire Department posted on Facebook saying crews arrived to find an active fire with a potential victim inside.

Published December 14, 2019 at 9:48 PM

Wreaths Across America: Honoring fallen veterans in Evansville

Sheriff’s Office: 2 juveniles in ‘critical condition’ after Hwy-405 head-on crash

Police: Suspect arrested after reports of man ‘peeping into windows’

Recovering Nut Club member drops first puck for Thunderbolts

Longest UN climate talks end with no deal on carbon markets

Marathon international climate talks have closed with negotiators postponing until next year a key decision on global carbon markets.

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John Travolta, Oliva Newton-John are back together as Danny and Sandy

The on-screen couple are reuniting this weekend in Florida for three “Meet ‘N’ Grease” events.

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Ed Payne

December 14 December 14

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GRADD leader retiring after more than 4 decades

After more than four decades, the leader of the Green River Area Development District (GRADD) in Owensboro is retiring.

By

Jared Goffinet and Evan Gorman

Published December 13, 2019 at 9:01 PM

Traffic Alert: Hwy-41, Boonville-New Harmony Rd. reopened after wreck

Central dispatch says a wreck closed parts of an Evansville road late Friday.

By

Jared Goffinet

Published December 13, 2019 at 8:46 PM

Multiple agencies investigating after checks stolen from USPS

Multiple agencies are investigating stolen checks from the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) in Evansville.

By

Jared Goffinet and Joseph Payton

Published December 13, 2019 at 4:54 PM

HPD: Man fires gun at victims during attempted burglary

An investigation is underway after a man shot at two people inside of a home during an attempted burglary.

By

Jared Goffinet

Published December 13, 2019 at 4:06 PM

Henderson trash rates to increase at start of 2020

Trash rates in the city will be increasing after a unanimous vote at the commission meeting.

By

Jared Goffinet and Katie Tercek

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Newtown football title brings joy on painful anniversary

Newtown, Connecticut, marked the seventh anniversary of the massacre at Sandy Hook Elementary School with vigils, church services and a moment of joy when the community’s high school football team won the state championship Saturday.

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Man convicted in ’93 murder pardoned by fmr. KY Gov. Bevin

In 1993, Irvin Edge was convicted of murder. Now, more than two decades later, he has been pardoned by former Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin.

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Jared Goffinet and Erin McNally

Published December 13, 2019 at 3:18 PM

Uber adding new features to enhance safety

In an effort to be transparent, Uber recently released a safety report. Now to enhance safety Uber is adding new features to its app.

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Jared Goffinet and Jim Stratman

Published December 13, 2019 at 3:10 PM

Recount confirms Chris Cail as new Tell City mayor

The results are in for the recount for Tell City’s tight mayoral race.

Published December 13, 2019 at 8:31 AM

Evansville fire forces several people from homes

The fire happened around one Friday morning at a tri-plex on Plantation Court.

Published December 13, 2019 at 5:21 AM

Caroling W. KY teachers surprise students

This is the second year leaders from Deer Park Elementary have gone out caroling.

By

Jared Goffinet and Evan Gorman

Published December 12, 2019 at 9:03 PM

Group holds funeral for fellow veteran with no family in attendance

It was held Thursday morning at Ziemer Funeral Home East Chapel. Rolling Thunder then escorted him to St. Joseph Cemetery.

By

Chellsie Parker and Jill Lyman

Published December 12, 2019 at 7:16 PM

Vectren, Salvation Army team up to help families

Vectren employees have teamed up with the Salvation Army to help families during the holidays.

By

Jared Goffinet and Aria Janel

Published December 12, 2019 at 5:35 PM

Van hits Riverside Drive home

The home on Riverside Drive is near the Elliot Street intersection.

By

Jared Goffinet

Published December 12, 2019 at 5:26 PM

Anonymous donations pay off $70K in layaway purchases

Some $70,000 in layaway purchases were paid off at two Walmart stores in Alabama.

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UE Win Streak Reaches Five, with road win at Green Bay

UE Win Streak Reaches Five, with road win at Green Bay

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Aaron Hancock

Published 12:13 AM at 12:13 AM

Otters Sign Cable; Acquire Schulz

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Aaron Hancock

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Rivermen vs Evansville Thunderbolts hockey highlights

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Aaron Hancock

December 14 December 14

Crawford Co. vs North boys basketball highlights

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Aaron Hancock

December 14 December 14

LSU QB Joe Burrow wins Heisman Trophy in historic fashion

LSU quarterback Joe Burrow has been awarded the Heisman Trophy and made history in the process.

By

Josh Auzenne and Nick Gremillion

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3-digit suicide hotline number to be made by FCC

By making the number shorter, mental health experts hope it can help even more people in crisis.

By

Jared Goffinet and Aria Janel

Published December 12, 2019 at 4:31 PM

EWSU doubling solar array fleet

The department currently has three solar arrays, but will be adding to the panels currently at its Campground Road pump station.

By

Jared Goffinet and Joseph Payton

Published December 12, 2019 at 4:12 PM

Tell City fire leaves local dance group without Christmas costumes

One of those impacted by this fire is Dance Haven, which was inside the old Swiss Plywood building

By

Jared Goffinet and Katie Tercek

Published December 12, 2019 at 4:01 PM

Agency’s stats show decrease in Evansville’s chronic homelessness

The Commission for Homelessness hosted Thursday’s luncheon and provided statistics to show where the city is in its battle against homelessness.

By

Jared Goffinet and Joseph Payton

Published December 12, 2019 at 3:50 PM

Neighborhood Watch: BBB issues warning on debit card scam

A new twist on an old scam is circulating just in time for the holiday season.

By

Jared Goffinet and Randy Moore

December 12 December 12

Police: 1 person shot at Atlanta-area mall, suspect at large

Shoppers at an Atlanta-area mall were sent into a panic Saturday as a gunman opened fire during the busy Christmas shopping season.

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Sheriff Wedding to Appoint New Chief Deputy

Sheriff Dave Wedding says Major Noah Robinson will be appointed to the rank of Colonel and his second in command.

By

Jill Lyman

Published December 12, 2019 at 2:54 PM

Indianapolis drug kingpin found guilty in Evansville sentenced to life

The U.S. Department of Justice said that he distributed over 400 pounds of methamphetamine as well as large amounts of heroin, cocaine and marijuana in the Indianapolis area from Aug. 2016 to Nov. 2017.

Published December 12, 2019 at 12:21 PM

Tri-State doctor warns of ‘aggressive’ flu strain in Indiana

Officials say this year’s flu season is coming in fast and furious.

By

Jim Stratman

Published December 12, 2019 at 8:16 AM

Fairfield City Council green lights recreational marijuana sales

In Fairfield, city council members are giving the green light to recreational cannabis sales within city limits after a vote of 5-3 in favor.

By

Jared Goffinet and Evan Gorman

Published December 11, 2019 at 9:05 PM

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