1+ week, 17+ hour ago (211+ words) HENDERSON, Ky. (WSIL) -- The Henderson Police Department is calling on the community to support Lieutenant Stuart O'Nan, who is battling a rare and aggressive form of Sarcoma cancer. Police said Lt. O'Nan began his fight in August 2024 after discovering a lump in his bicep, leading to extensive surgery and ongoing medical challenges. The cancer has returned just above the previous tumor site, with recent scans revealing two enlarged lymph nodes. Police said Lt. O'Nan underwent hours of surgery this past week and is now awaiting pathology results to determine the next steps. "The road ahead is long for Stuart and his family, but no one fights alone in this department," the Henderson Police Department said in an online post. The department is organizing a community event to show support for Lt. O'Nan and his family. The event will take place…...

3+ week, 8+ hour ago (223+ words) HENDERSON COUNTY, Ky. (WEVV) "Officials are alerting the public after a rescue truck and a wrecker were hit by drivers in two separate crashes on Monday in Henderson County. According to Henderson City-County Rescue Squad, the first incident occurred at Sand Lane and Green Street, where a wrecker driver was attempting to load a crashed vehicle. While attempting to load the vehicle, officials say the wrecker was hit by another vehicle. Thankfully, no one was injured. Henderson City-County Rescue Squad said the second incident happened on the new section on I-69, as crews were responding to a report of a crash with injuries. Rescue Truck #752 arrived at the scene and was set up with its emergency lights on to help divert traffic from the lane where the crash happened. Officials say that's when the rescue truck was rear-ended by another vehicle,…...

18+ hour, 45+ min ago (131+ words) HENDERSON COUNTY, Ky. (WEVV) " Drivers are being urged to use caution on the Audubon Parkway westbound after a tractor-trailer slid at the 11-mile marker. The crash is likely due to the slick road conditions following the wintry mix and snow. Currently, only one lane is open while crews wait for a wrecker to remove the vehicle. Motorists should expect temporary delays until the roadway is cleared. Officials are advising drivers to slow down and stay alert when approaching the area. Updates will be provided as the situation develops. Storm Team 44 Meteorologist Griffin Glasscock is the Chief Meteorologist for 44News/WEVV. She joined WEVV Storm Team 44 in June 2020. She returns to Evansville after working as a news producer for 4 years in Birmingham, AL and Louisville, KY....

3+ week, 4+ day ago (242+ words) HENDERSON, Ky. (WEVV) " The final major elements of Section 1 of the Ohio River Crossing in Henderson are set to open to traffic this weekend, offering new connections that aim to expedite travel times and improve safety. The new KY 3690 roadway, the relocated Kimsey Lane, and new interchanges at U.S. 60 and U.S. 41 are expected to open by midday on Saturday, November 8. Gov. Andy Beshear and local officials celebrated the completion earlier this week with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and community event. The KY 3690 roadway spans nearly 2.5 miles, linking the U.S. 41 and U.S. 60 interchanges. It is planned to be signed as I-69 when the future bridge opens. The U.S. 60 interchange, featuring three roundabouts, will facilitate traffic movement on and off I-69. The U.S. 41 interchange will include two ramps for movement from the new KY 3690 to U.S. 41. Kimsey Lane, closed since summer 2022, will reopen, providing access via Van Wyk Road. This closure had…...

4+ week, 11+ hour ago (89+ words) HENDERSON COUNTY, Ky. (WEVV) " We have learned the identity of a victim who passed away in a house fire in Henderson. The fire happened at a home on'Sunday night along Millcreek Drive near Villagebrook. While two people were able to get out of the home and go to the hospital for treatment, a third person was found inside and pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities at the Coroner's Office have now identified the victim who passed away as 73-year-old Joseph Hein. Hein's autopsy is being conducted Tuesday....

7+ hour, 29+ min ago (137+ words) HENDERSON, Ky. (WEVV) -- The Henderson County Sheriff's Office is mourning the loss of former Sheriff Dennis Clary, who passed away at age 86 on Saturday, November 29, 2025. Sheriff Clary served the community for 30 years, including 20 years as the longest-serving sheriff from 1986 to 2006. Clary's career also included 16 years with Greyhound Bus Company. He was known for his love of the outdoors, hunting, and fishing. In addition to his career, Clary was involved with several organizations, including 51 years with the Henderson Mason Lodge #958 and 35 years with the Shriners. A graveside service will take place at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, December 5, 2025, at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Henderson, with visitation scheduled from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Tomblinson Funeral Home, Henderson Chapel....

2+ week, 1+ day ago (96+ words) HENDERSON, Ky. (WEVV) " An overturned semi is causing delays in Henderson as crews clean up the scene of the wreck. Just after 8 a.m., the Henderson Police Department shared that crews had been on the scene of the wreck at 425 and 60 near the college. According to HPD, a semi flipped and spilled grain on the roadway. The driver of the semi was taken to the hospital for minor injuries. Officers will be directing traffic while the scene is cleaned up. Anyone in the area should use extra caution until the scene is clear....

4+ week, 1+ day ago (84+ words) HENDERSON, KY. (WEVV)" One person was killed in a late Sunday night fire in Henderson. Henderson Fire Department said that crews arrived at a home along Millcreek Drive near Villagebrook Drive just before midnight Sunday. One person died at the location, and two others were taken to the hospital. Crews were at the scene until early Monday morning, with the house suffering extensive damage. The cause of the fire remains under investigation, and the State Fire Marshal will be called to the scene....

3+ week, 13+ hour ago (118+ words) HENDERSON, Ky. (WEVV)" The Henderson Police Department is welcoming back retired Chief Jason Hargitt. According to HPD, Officer Hargitt is returning to serve as the new School Resource Officer at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic School. We're told Hargitt began his career with HPD in 2000, rising through the ranks to Lieutenant and Interim Chief. After retiring in 2020, he continued serving the community as an SRO at South Middle School with the Henderson County Sheriff's Office and later at the Henderson Public Library. With years of experience and a deep commitment to public service, HPD says Officer Hargitt is ready to support the students, staff, and families at Holy Name School....

2+ week, 6+ day ago (106+ words) Parents were alerted about the incident from Henderson County Schools, saying there was never a threat to any students or faculty safety. HENDERSON, Ky. (WEVV) " An Airsoft BB Gun was confiscated from a student's backpack at Henderson North Middle School on Wednesday morning. A call was sent out to parents from Henderson County Schools about the incident. Henderson County Schools officials said there was never a threat to any students' or faculty's safety during the incident. The gun was detected during one of their standard daily checks upon entering the building this morning. In the call, HCS said disciplinary action will be taken in the incident....