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Precautionary Lockdown Enforced at South Spencer Schools Following Bomb Threat
SPENCER COUNTY, Ind. — All buildings within the South Spencer School Corporation were placed under a precautionary lockdown Thursday afternoon following a bomb threat. Local authorities confirmed the lockdown around 2:30 p.m., citing an active…
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Evansville Man Arrested for Speeding Over 100 MPH on I-69
Evansville, Ind. — A 23-year-old Evansville man was arrested over the weekend after being caught speeding at more than 100 miles per hour on Interstate 69 in Gibson County. According to local authorities, deputies observed…
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Father Sentenced to 40 Years for Death of Infant in Warrick County
Evansville, Ind. — A Warrick County father was sentenced to 40 years in prison on Monday for the death of his 3-month-old child in February 2022. Jakob Scott, 26, pleaded guilty to neglect of a…
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Flu Season Hits Hard in Evansville: Hospitals and Emergency Rooms Overwhelmed
Evansville, Ind. — Health officials are reporting that this flu season is the worst since the 2009 swine flu pandemic, with cases remaining high across the country. In the Tri-State area, local hospitals and urgent…
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Evansville Woman Arrested After Nearly Causing Crash and Testing Positive for Meth
Evansville, Ind. — A 31-year-old Evansville woman was arrested on Tuesday afternoon after a traffic stop revealed signs of impairment and the presence of methamphetamines in her system. Katie Carpenter is facing multiple charges following…
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Lieutenant Stacy Shirley: A Glimpse Behind the Scenes at the Evansville Police Department
EVANSVILLE, Ind. – For over two decades, Lieutenant Stacy Shirley has worn many hats within the Evansville Police Department (EPD). From the excitement of patrol to the meticulous work behind the scenes, Shirley’s career trajectory…
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Evansville Man Sentenced to 55 Years for Murder of Corey Fisher
EVANSVILLE, Ind. — An Evansville man has been sentenced to 55 years in prison for his involvement in the brutal murder of Corey Fisher. Cade Kirk, 30, was found guilty of participating in the violent…
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Evansville Man Charged with Intimidation and Stalking of Police Officers
EVANSVILLE, Ind. — A local man has been arrested and charged with multiple felony counts of intimidation and stalking directed at the Evansville Police Department and its officers. Charles Brumitt, 59, faces five counts of…
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Warrick County Man Arrested After Investigation Involving Three Juveniles
WARRICK COUNTY, Ind. — A 20-year-old man was arrested Sunday in Warrick County after authorities discovered multiple concerning issues involving three juveniles. Isaiah Thaxton, of Warrick County, was taken into custody and charged with three…
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Ohio River Crossing Project Faces Delays Due to High Water Levels, But Remains on Schedule
EVANSVILLE, Ind. — The Ohio River Crossing (ORX) project, a long-awaited infrastructure development aimed at improving regional connectivity, is progressing despite recent weather challenges that have temporarily halted construction on the Indiana side of the…
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