Local News
Tense Tuesday Night Standoff in Washington is Resolved Quietly
A tense Tuesday night scene at Washington's Eastside Park was solved without incident by Washington City Polce. Authorities responded to the park after learning of an armed man at the park, who was possibly suicidal. The un-named man was in a vehicle, and refused to leave it. He also refused any contact from authorit...
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PACE Energy Assistance Still Available
Vincennes-based PACE Community Action Agency is still accepting energy assistance applications for income-eligible people in need. PACE Energy Assistance director Lisa Ritterskamp says the application period will last for the next couple of months. Ritterskamp knows a colder than normal winter will lead to more appli...
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ISP Jasper Trooper to Retire
Indiana State Police Master Trooper Tim Weisenberger retired from the ISP Jasper Post Monday after 26 years with the ISP. Trooper Weisenberger was assigned to the Versailles Post following graduation from the Indiana State Police Recruit Academy in December 1999. He patrolled in Dearborn County before transferring to t...
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INDOT Urging People to Report Snowplow-Related Damage
The Indiana Department of Transportation is asking anyone with property damaged by INDOT snowplows to let them know. The plows were clearing snow from highways affected by a late January winter storm. That storm left over a foot of the white stuff covering the area. INDOT spokesman Gary Bryan says fortunately the eve...
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Bill Close to Signage to Make Candy, Soda No Linger a SNAP
A bill to ban buying candy or soda with SNAP benefits is advancing in Indiana. The Indiana House passed Senate Bill 1 which now heads back to the Senate for approval due to changes made in the House. If it becomes law, the measure bans purchasing sugary drinks or candy with SNAP benefits and sets income limits and immi...
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Vincennes Man Sent to Prison After Monday Hearing
A Vincennes man will serve the rest of a reckless homicide sentence in prison, following a hearing this week in Knox Circuit Court. 20 year-old George Smith was sentenced to work release on April 30th, 2024. He had earlier admitted to the shooting that left 18 year-old Hunter Ravellette dead. In a hearing, the Knox C...
11h ago
Hammond Home for Chicago Bears Looking More Likely
Indiana lawmakers continue to move forward with legislation designed to help the Chicago Bears build a new stadium in Hammond. The measure advanced in the Indiana House on second reading Monday with the passage of an amendment. The proposed site for the stadium would be near the Wolf Lake area in Hammond. The Bears are...
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HPAI Present in Daviess County
The Indiana Board of Animal Health reports a commercial turkey flock in Daviess County has been quarantined due to the detection of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza. The flock size is over 30,000. A 10-kilometer Control Area includes portions of Daviess and Martin Counties. A 20-kilometer Surveillance Zone also includ...
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Obituaries
Bill Carie, 86, Vincennes
William "Bill" Joseph Carie, 86, went home to his Lord and Savior on February 20, 2026 - exactly one month after the passing of his beloved wife, Judith "Lynn" Carie - gently reminding his family that the Lord's timing is perfect and His plans are always unfolding, even when we cannot yet see them. ...
Feb 24, 2026
Richard Biggs, 96, Vincennes
Donald J Biggs, 96, of Vincennes passed away on February 19,2026 peacefully at his home. He was the son of John Emmett and Helen C. Keller Biggs. Donald graduated from Decker High School and was awarded the Outstanding Decker Alumni award in 2003. He then graduated from Purdue University with a BS in Civil Engineering....
Feb 22, 2026
Rev. Dr. Richard Beesley, 95, Vincennes
Rev. Dr. Richard V. Beesley, age 95 of Vincennes, passed away at 12:55 pm on Thursday, February 19th at Good Samaritan Hospital. He was born on January 27, 1931, in Vincennes to Oscar V. and Ruth I. (Reel) Beesley. He married Naomi Ruth Rehwald on September 4, 1953. Surviving are his wife, Naomi, son Bruce Allyn Beesle...
Feb 22, 2026
Walter Roy Jr., 57, Washington
Walter Roy Jr., affectionately known as Jr. to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026, in Washington, IN. Born on April 4, 1968, in Madison, IN, Jr. lived a life marked by kindness, laughter, and an unwavering dedication to those he loved. Jr. was the beloved son of the late Walter and Sue ...
Feb 19, 2026
Della Strate, 87, Vincennes
Della Mae Strate, age 87, a lifelong resident of Vincennes, IN, passed away on February 15, 2026, in her hometown. Born on March 5, 1938, to the late Floyd and Irene "Huffer" McCormick, Della cultivated a life that was a testament to her kindness and enduring spirit. Della graduated from the local high school...
Feb 19, 2026
Robert Grigsby, 92. Freelandville
Robert Niles Grigsby, born on January 23, 1934, in Bruceville, Indiana, passed away at the age of 92, with his devoted wife of 70 years by his side in Freelandville, Indiana, on February 14, 2026. Robert spent his many years of life enriching those around him with his loving spirit and the joy he found in the simple pl...
Feb 17, 2026
Cheryl Reeder, 75, Vincennes
Cheryl Reeder, 75, of Vincennes, Indiana passed away February 14, 2026. She was born in Bedford, Indiana on July 21, 1949, to William Barlow and Joann Ryder. Cheryl worked as a server for many years and at the Harmony Club for 13 years. In her free time, she enjoyed cooking, baking, crafting, crocheting, and spending t...
Feb 17, 2026
Donald Goforth, 88 Evansville
Donald Eugene Goforth, a loving family man and respected community member, passed away on February 12, 2026, at the age of 88 in Evansville, Indiana. Born on April 18, 1937, in Henryville, Indiana, he lived a full and vibrant life, treasured by all who knew him. Don graduated from high school and went on to master the ...
Feb 15, 2026
Jeff Kolb, 74, Vincennes
Jeffrey Barnes Kolb, 74, of Vincennes, IN, died on February 7, 2026, in Indianapolis, IN, following heart surgery. He was born in Fort Meade, MD, on May 28, 1951, to Joe and Norma (Schumacher) Kolb. He was married to Deborah (Nosko) Kolb for 52 years and together they had three children: Justin, Joanna, and John. Jeff,...
Feb 12, 2026
Marilyn Smith,89, Vincennes
Marilyn Louise (Martindale) Smith, 89, passed away February 7, 2026 at Gentle Care Nursing Home. She was born April 13, 1936 to the late John and Jennie (Church) Martindale in Vincennes, IN. She graduated from Monroe City High School in 1954 and married Orison (John) Smith on October 30, 1954. The couple lived in Hanau...
Feb 09, 2026
Local Sports
LHS Ends with Win, NK, SK Both suffer Losses
The Vincennes Lincoln Alices end the regular season with a win, 59-45 over Whilte River Valley. Jadon Miller led for L-H-S with 20, followed by Colton Duke with 13, and Leyton Battles with 10. Next up for Vincennes Lincoln is a 6 pm Tuesday night sectional game at Washington. The North Knox Warriors could not escape ...
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Three KC Teams in Action Tonight
Vincennes Lincoln will wrap up its regular season tonight in Switz City against White River Valley. Tip time for varsity action will be around 7:30; hear that game on 92.1, WZDM. The North Knox Warriors are at home tonight, as they face Wood Memorial in a Blue Chip Conference matchup. Tip time is around 7:3; you can ...
Feb 24, 2026
Boys and Girls High School Basketball Action!!
Boys HS Basketball North Daviess Defeated White River Valley 61 to 39 Eastern Greene Beat Shakamak 58 to 39 Washington bested South Knox 67 to 42 Lincoln defeat the Evansville Memorial 48 to 35 And, it was Bloomfield defeating North Knox 87 to 46
Feb 21, 2026
Three Knox County Schools in Action Tonight
The Vincennes Lincoln Alices return to Alice Arena tonight to face the Memorial Tigers. Tip time is 8 pm on 92.1, WZDM, and live streamed on tocsportsnetwork.com. The North Knox Warriors head to the Glover Gym to play the Bloomfield Cardinals. Game time there is 7:30 on 97.7, WAOV. The South Knox Spartans will travel t...
Feb 20, 2026
Three Knox County Boys' Basketball Teams in Action Tonight
The Vincennes Lincoln Alices are back in action tonight, as they will travel to Newburgh to play the Castle Knights. Tip time is 8 pm; you can hear the game on 92.1, WZDM. Two Knox County feams face off, as the Rivet Patriots will host the South Knox Spartans at the Holscher Gym. Tip time is 7 pm; you can hear the game...
Feb 17, 2026
North Knox, Washington Knox Get Semi-State Directions
The North Knox Lady Warriors will head to Greencastle this Saturday for the 2-A Girls' Basketball Semi-State at Greencastle. They will face Pekin Eastern High School around noon on Saturday. Game 1 features Heritage Christian and Parke Heritage; that tips off around ten a-m. You can hear that North Knox-Pekin Eastern g...
Feb 16, 2026
Girls and Boys High School Basketball Action Report!!!!
HS Girls Regional Basketball Evansville Christian defeated White River Valley 73 to 32 North Knox took out Mater Dei 48 to 42 In Boys HS Basketball South Knox handled Shoals 59 to 37 Vincennes Lincoln defeated Wood Memorial 62 to 55
Feb 15, 2026
Boys Basketball Tonight; Girls' Regional Coverage Tomorrow
Knox County basketball gets back in full swing tonight. The Vincennes Lincoln Alics step out of conference tonight to face the Bloomfield Cardinals. The game at the Glover Gym begins at 7:30; hear it on 92.1, WZDM/ The South Knox Spartans will entertain the Barr-Reeve Vikings in a key Blue Chil Conference matchup. Tip ...
Feb 13, 2026
Rivet, South Knox Head Up Boys' Basketball This Evening
The Rivet Patriots will face the Clay City Eels tonight at the Holscher Gym in downtown Vincennes. Tip time is 7 pm; hear the game on 97/7, WAOV. It is a Blue Chip Conference matchup tonight for the South Knox Spartans, as they face Loogootee at Jack Butcher Arena. Tip time is 7:30; that one will be on 105.7, WUZR.
Feb 10, 2026
North Knox, Washington Preparing for Regional Action at Boonville Saturday
Regioual round matchups are set, including an area doubleheader Saturday at Boonville. Game 1 features the North Knox Warriors vs. the Mater Dei Wildcats in a 2-A regional. That tip is set for 2 pm Saturday; you can hear it on 105.7, WUZR. Game 2 is for a 3-A Regional title; that will go at five Saturday afternoon, as ...
Feb 09, 2026
Entertainment News
Fox World News
'Father Knows Best' star Lauren Chapin dead at 80 after 5-year cancer battle
Lauren Chapin, the beloved "Father Knows Best" star who played Kathy "Kitten" Anderson, has died at age 80 after a five-year cancer battle, her son announced.
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Christina Applegate says MS has left her mostly confined to bedroom, impacting life as a mom
Christina Applegate reveals how multiple sclerosis has impacted her parenting of 15-year-old daughter, sharing raw details about daily struggles.
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'Real Housewives' star Mary Cosby's son dead at 23
Robert Cosby, Jr., the son of "Real Housewives of Salt Lake City" star Mary Cosby, died Monday in Utah of a suspected overdose, police said. He was 23.
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Country star Carly Pearce issues urgent health plea after being ignored by doctors: 'Please go get checked'
After years of health struggles, Carly Pearce now manages her heart inflammation condition pericarditis and encourages others to listen to their bodies.
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Luke Combs' brutal response to 'liberal' labels: 'Why do we all care?'
Luke Combs pushes back on being called "liberal" for rejecting racism and tells critics he has never declared any political affiliation publicly before.
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Martin Short's daughter Katherine's cause of death revealed
Martin Short's daughter Katherine died by suicide at 42, medical examiner confirms. The comedian has postponed his comedy tour with Steve Martin.
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Millionaire actor Mark Ruffalo tells New Yorkers to 'tax the rich' while critics demand 'him first'
Mark Ruffalo faces backlash after endorsing the "Tax the Rich" campaign targeting billionaires. Critics slam the millionaire actor for alleged hypocrisy.
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Paul McCartney reveals explosive 'f--- you, John' moment after Beatles lawsuit
Inside the bitter business dispute that destroyed The Beatles. Paul McCartney opens up about suing his bandmates and the Allen Klein controversy.
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Prince William branded 'out of touch' as experts insist future king 'reads the room' for younger generation
Prince William described as "out of touch" amid Prince Andrew-Epstein scandal, but royal experts defend the future king's measured approach to the crisis.
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David Bowie's daughter was in a treatment program when star died, recalls being forcibly taken from home
David Bowie's daughter exposes the harsh realities of teen treatment centers in an emotional Instagram revelation about her difficult experiences.
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Mexican president considers legal action against Elon Musk over drug cartel accusation
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum considers legal action against Elon Musk after he accused her of having cartel ties without providing evidence.
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Cuban coast guard kills four in exchange of fire with US-registered boat
Four were killed and six were wounded in a shooting in Cuban territorial waters involving a U.S. speedboat as Secretary of State Marco Rubio attends a Caribbean summit.
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Ukraine to meet Trump envoys ahead of high-stakes Geneva talks with Russia as war enters fifth year
Ukraine and U.S. representatives reportedly set to meet ahead of trilateral talks with Russia in Geneva as the ongoing war enters its fifth year.
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Former Norwegian PM Thorbjørn Jagland hospitalized amid Epstein probe
Former Norwegian PM Thorbjørn Jagland has been hospitalized due to strain from corruption charges linked to Jeffrey Epstein files, his attorney confirmed.
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Trump issues stern Iran warning as Tehran angrily reacts to speech amid muted world reaction
Trump warns Iran in State of the Union: "I will never allow the world's number one sponsor of terror to have a nuclear weapon" while signaling diplomacy.
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Americans recount chaos as Mexico unrest subsides after cartel boss death
Many American citizens were caught in the middle of Mexico cartel violence earlier this week following the death of cartel boss "El Mencho" and are now sharing harrowing accounts.
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Kim Jong Un taps teenage daughter as 'missile general' for North Korea nuclear program: reports
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's daughter Ju Ae allegedly designated as potential successor while serving as missile general director, intelligence sources report.
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Sen Mullin urges spring breakers to cancel trips to Mexico amid country's violence: 'No one should be going'
Sen. Markwayne Mullin urged spring breakers to cancel Mexico trips after cartel leader "El Mencho" was killed, sparking violent clashes and unrest in the region.
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Russian 'dark fleet' tanker believed to be delivering oil to Cuba, detected off US coast amid Trump ban
Russian oil tanker allegedly bound for Cuba engaged in deceptive shipping practices including signal manipulation and offshore cargo transfer, according to maritime intelligence firm Windward.
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Mexico says Jalisco security situation 'stabilized,' flights resuming after Americans stranded
Mexico reports Jalisco security stabilized after cartel violence following kingpin "El Mencho's" reported death, with flights resuming to Puerto Vallarta.
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