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FDA Urges Caution: Don't Eat Raw Cookie Dough When Baking for The Holidays

As holiday baking begins, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration reminds consumers to avoid eating raw cookie dough, cake batter, and other uncooked flour-based products. While many know the dangers of raw eggs and Salmonella, fewer realize that raw flour can harbor pathogens such as E. coli and Salmonella.

Daviess Co. Arrests

The Daviess County Sheriff's Office arrested an Odon woman Thursday on a warrant for a Petition to Revoke. 43-year-old Jessica Ann Gregory is being held on $5,000 bond in the Daviess County Security Center. Indiana State Police arrested 39-year-old Tiffany Ann Freeze of Linton Thursday on a warrant for Failure to Appea...

Princeton Woman Arrested on Charges in Patoka

A 66-year-old Princeton woman is facing charges following a disturbance Wednesday night in the 300 block of South Mary Ann Drive in Patoka. Following an investigation, Gibson County Sheriff's deputies took Judy Herrin into custody. She is charged with Residential Entry and Criminal Trespass.

Washington Man Arrested on Child Porn Charges

Following a heads up from the Bloomington Office of the FBI, Washington Police arrested a Washinton man Thursday for Possession of Child Pornography and Distribution of Child Pornography. 36-year-old Andrew Wagler was arrested early Thursday morning following a search by police, the FBI, and Knox County High Tech Crime...

Big Lots Shuttering its Indiana Stores

A well-know Indiana store chain will shutter its Indiana locations in the days to come. Big Lots Inc. said they will be going out of business, including the stores throughout all of Indiana. An asset purchase deal with Nexus Capital Management did not go well, but Big Lots Inc. hopes to make it up with Nexus or a diffe...

Deer Capture Numbers Up in Illinois

Deer counts have increased this year in Illinois, with increased hunting participation during the two weeks of firearm deer season. Overall, deer hunters in Illinois bagged nearly 82-thousand, 500 deer this season. The largest take in Illinois area counties this year was once again from Crawford County, with 11-hundred...

Obituaries

Darrin Smith, 51, Washington

Darrin Smith, a man known for his kindness, humor, and amiable nature, passed away on December 18, 2024, at the age of 51 in Evansville, Indiana. Born on April 28, 1973, in Washington, Indiana, Darrin's life was one of dedication, joy, and community spirit. Darrin was a proud graduate of Washington High School, where h...

Cathy Vantlin, 65, Vincennes

Cathy Lee (Raney) Vantlin went home to be with Jesus on Monday, December 16, 2024, surrounded by family in the house she made into a home for 43 years with her loving husband, Doug. Cathy was born on April 9, 1959 to James "Jim" Raney and Burdette (Ivers) Raney. She graduated from South Knox High School in 19...

S,D, Scudder, 96, Elnora

S.D. Scudder, 96, formerly of Elnora, IN passed away peacefully at Parkview Village in Odon IN at 5:10 am on December 16, 2024. S.D. was born on October 14, 1928 in Switzerland County, IN the son of Rev. Howard and Bessie (Romans) Scudder. He married Frieda Marie Bline on February 28, 1953 and she preceded him in death...

Judith Thais, 85, Vincennes

Judith Ann (Campbell) Thais (85) passed away peacefully in her home at 1:54am on Saturday, December 14, 2024. Judy was born on June 13, 1939 in Bruceville Indiana and was the oldest daughter of James Roscoe (Rock) & Jean Campbell. Judy graduated from Bruceville High School in 1957 and married her high school sweeth...

Garold Morgan, 84, Washington

Garold A. Morgan, 84, of Washington, IN passed away December 12, 2024. He was born in Washington, IN on June 28, 1940, to the late Clyde and Ethel (Ledgerwood) Morgan. Garold worked as a painter throughout his life and was a part of the Painter and Allied Trade Union. Garold was a member of the local Eagles Lodge, VFW,...

Linda Quinett, 82, Vincennes

Linda Lou Quinett, age 82, passed away peacefully, Friday, December 13, 2024, with her family by her side. She was born May 8, 1942, to the late Raymond and Marjorie Scroggins. She graduated from Lincoln High School in 1960, and married Michael Quinett in 1963. She encompassed the role of homemaker to its fullest, rais...

Melba Dawson, 77, Washington

Melba Jean Dawson, 77, of Washington, IN passed away December 9, 2024. She was born in Maynard, AR on August 26, 1947, to the late Raymond and Mary (Allen) Shepherd. Melba attended Washington High School and was a member of the marching band. She graduated in 1965 and continued her education at Vincennes University, wh...

Charles Tevebaugh, 80, Loogootee

Charles E. Tevebaugh passed away at 1:05 pm on December 3, 2024, with his family by his side at Sycamore Care in Loogootee, IN. Charles was known as "Butch" in High School and "Chuck" in college and was born to Charles A. & Eunice M. Tevebaugh on January 17, 1944, in El Campo, Texas. Chuck was t...

Shirley L. Jones, 893, Washington

Shirley J. Jones, 93, of Washington, IN passed away November 26, 2024. She was born in Calinville, IL on July 19, 1931, to the late Russell and Virginia (Surman) Cornelius. Shirley graduated from Blackburn College. She married the love of her life, Richard Jones, on January 30, 1954. She worked at Washington Catholic E...

Steven Fitzgerald, 69, Washigtonn

Stephen W. Fitzgerald, 69, passed away at his residence at 6:00 am on December 6, 2024. Steve was born on July 24, 1955 in Washington, IN the son of Burke H. and Roberta (Dayton) Fitzgerald. Steve worked at General Rental and later for the City of Washington in the Sanitation Department as well as the Electric Departme...

Local Sports

High School Sports Action Report Beat

In boys high school boys basketball action... Princeton downed Vincennes Lincoln 54-35. Joel Sanders led the 6-2 Alices with 17 points. Mitchell downed North Knox 59-50. Cole Kerns led the Warriors with 16 points. Braxton Yenne added 11. North Daviess beat Vincennes Rivet 58-23. Wally Kiteka led the Patriots with 15 po...

Knox County Sports Roundup for Friday

South Knox moves to 13-0 after posting a 67-46 win over Princeton, The Lady Spartans got balanced scoring with Kendal Hill leading the way with 14. Ella Bobe added 13, Ellie Burke had 11 points and Bren Hill ten. North Knox beat Wood Memorial 57-43. Lexi Primus led The 8-2 Lady Warriors with 14 points. Brynna Collins a...

Girls Basketball Hits the Floor Tonight

In girls basketball tonight...12-0 South Knox plays host to 5-5 Princeton. JV is at 6:30 and is two quarters with the varsity at 7:30 and you can hear the game on WUZR 105.7fm. 7-2 North Knox visits 8-4 Wood Memorial. JV is 2 quarters at 6:30 with the varsity to follow and you can hear the game on WZDM. In other girls ...

Knox County Basketball Recap for Thursday

In Girls Basketball action from last night...Vincennes Rivet beat North Daviess 56-31. Mary Herman led the 5-4 Lady Patriots with 16 points and 16 rebounds. Alli Stearns chipped in with 14 points. The Lincoln C Team lost to Terre Haute North 60-23. Luke Clark led the Alices with six points. The North Knox freshman team...

Knox County Sports Roundup for Wednesday

In girls basketball action...The Vincennes Lincoln Lady Alices picked up a hugh SIAC win at home, Beating Evansville Memorial 59-49. Lincoln outscored the Tigers 23-13 in the decisive fourth quarter to move its record to 8-4. Tia and JJ Riggs each scored 13 points for the Alices, who are now 4-2 in conference play. Oth...

Full Slate of Basketball Tonight

In Girls Basketball action tonight... 7-4 Vincennes Lincoln will play host to 4-3 Evansville Memorial in a big SIAC Match Up. The JV is at 6:30 with the varsity to follow and you can hear the game on WZDM and watch the live stream on the TOC Sports Network at wzdm.com. Other girls games.... Jasper visits Washington Boo...

Knox County Sports Roundup for Tuesday

South Knox holds on at number one in this weeks girls Class 2-A basketball poll. Undefeated Alexandria is now number two. Brownstown Central is 7th and North Knox 8th. North Central continues its run at number one in Class A. Orleans is fifth. Wood Memorial 8th and Northeast Dubois 9th. And in 3-A, it's still Greensbur...

SK Up to 9th in Overall State Top 20

South Knox is up two spots to 9th in this weeks IBCA coaches single class girls basketball poll. Lawrence Central is number one. Hamilton Southeastern is second and Warsaw third. Bloomington South is 13th and Washington 19th. The VCSC Elementary Basketball Tournaments took place this Saturday at Alice Arena. Franklin B...

Sports Roundup for Monday,. 12/16

South Knox is up two spots to 9th in this weeks IBCA coaches single class girls basketball poll. Lawrence Central is number one. Hamilton Southeastern is second and Warsaw third. Bloomington South is 13th and Washington 19th. The VCSC Elementary Basketball Tournaments took place this Saturday at Alice Arena. Franklin B...

Saturday Sports Action Report

In boys basketball action, North Knox picked up its first win of the year, beating Eastern Greene 50-41. Cole Kerns led the Warriors with 17 points and 11 rebounds. In Girls Basketball.... Vincennes Lincoln outscored Evansville Harrison 29-5 in the second quarter and went to beat the Warriors 73-35. Grace Archer led th...

Entertainment News

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Paul McCartney reunites with Ringo Starr during final show of his Got Back tour

During his final show at London's O2 Arena Friday, Paul McCartney welcomed former Beatles bandmate Ringo Starr to the stage ahead of a showstopping performance by the duo.

Miley Cyrus, Heidi Klum, Nicole Kidman lead the pack with the most jaw-dropping looks of 2024

It was a year of sexy and outrageous celebrity red carpet looks. Miley Cyrus' Grammys look included over 14,000 safety pins to pull it together.

Tom Cruise's Christmas cakes gifted to 'Top Gun: Maverick' co-star, Hollywood friends on nice list

Hollywood actor Tom Cruise sent his annual holiday dessert, a coconut Christmas cake, to several of his A-list celebrity friends this season.

Blake Lively sues Justin Baldoni for sexual harassment, retaliation and infliction of emotional distress

Blake Lively has filed a complaint against "It Ends with Us" costar Justin Baldoni, accusing him of sexual harassment, retaliation, and more.

Fox News Entertainment Newsletter: Kai Trump shares celebrity crush, Jessica Simpson shows off new look

The Fox News Entertainment Newsletter brings you the latest Hollywood headlines, celebrity interviews and stories from Los Angeles and beyond.

Sylvester Stallone axes $35 million mansion sea barrier plans after angering Palm Beach neighbors

Hollywood actor Sylvester Stallone made a plea during the Town Council meeting in Palm Beach as he fought to built an underwater barrier near his $35 million mansion.

Bing Crosby struggled to sing 'White Christmas' to troops, ‘most difficult thing’ in his career

Bing Crosby once said the most difficult thing he ever did in his decades-long career was sing "White Christmas" to homesick troops in France in December 1944.

Christmas movies turn naughty this holiday season with stripped-down stars

Hollywood takes a risqué turn this holiday season as films including "Hot Frosty" and "The Merry Gentlemen" sizzle on-screen this Christmas.

'Wheel of Fortune' fans poke fun at contestant's incorrect Christmas answer

A contestant's incorrect answer on a recent Christmas-themed episode of "Wheel of Fortune," in which he guessed "Chocolates, chestnuts and chickens," had viewers buzzing on social media.

Lori Loughlin praises law enforcement 5 years after college admissions scandal

During a recent interview, Lori Loughlin, who currently stars in Prime Video's “On Call," opened up about how her role as Lieutenant Bishop gave her a whole new outlook at law enforcement.

Pope to skip outdoor Sunday prayer after catching cold days ahead of Christmas Eve, Day Masses

Pope Francis is suffering from a cold and will give the Sunday blessing ahead of a busy week that includes Christmas Eve and Day Masses and the start of the Holy Year.

US military conducts successful airstrikes on Houthi rebel forces in Yemen

The U.S. military on Saturday said it conducted precision airstrikes on a missile storage site and a command-and-control center in Yemen against Houthi rebels.

More than 30 dead in Brazil bus and truck collision

Over 30 people were killed after a packed bus collided with a truck in Brazil; the other passengers were transported to a local hospital and remain in critical condition.

Controversy plagued UN agency that employed Oct. 7 terrorists facing new problems as country redirects funding

UN agencies are reportedly offering themselves as replacements to scandal hit UNRWA that's been riddled with accusations of terrorism since the Hamas terror massacre in southern Israel.

Projectile from Yemen strikes near Tel Aviv, injuring more than a dozen: officials

A projectile launched into Israel from Yemen overnight struck Tel Aviv, leading to 14 people suffering mild injuries, according to Israeli officials.

Malaysia agrees to resume 'no find, no fee' hunt for flight MH370, 10 years after plane disappeared

Over 10 years after flight MH370 is believed to have crashed in the Indian Ocean, Malaysia's government has agreed to accept a "no find, no fee" proposal from a U.S. company to resume the hunt.

Biden missing in action as Turkey inches closer to full-blown war against US-allied Kurds in Syria

Amid the end of the nearly 14 years of civil war in Syria, Turkish strongman Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is set to rekindle a new war in northern Syria against America’s main ally, the Syrian Kurds.

Justin Trudeau looks set to lose power after key ally vows to topple him

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau looks set to lose power next year after NDP leader Jagmeet Singh said he would move to bring down the minority Liberal government.

Car drives into idyllic Germany Christmas market in suspected terrorist attack: report

A festive Christmas market in Madgeburg, Germany erupted into chaos after a car was driven into a group of people.

Knife attack in Croatian school leaves 7-year-old dead, 6 people wounded, police say

A young male in Croatia's capital killed a 7-year-old girl and wounded a teacher and five other students in a knife attack at Precko Elementary School.