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One person was rescued from a house fire Thursday night in Newburgh. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Operation Snow White took down several alleged dealers in a tri-state drug bust. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Author Mary Ellen Ziliak Life of Service on Priest Jerry ZiliakCould a local priest be on the path to sainthood? The late Father Jerry Ziliak, who spent 50 years serving the poorest of the poor in India. His niece, Mary Ellen Ziliak, has begun the petition process to consider the priest as a future saint. Her new book is "Touching the Untouchables." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Indiana Governor and WIKY afternoon host Aaron Santini have a conversation about the recently wrapped 2026 Indiana legislative session. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transportation and finance leaders from Indiana and Kentucky have set the initial toll rates for the I-69 bridge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Evansville man found guilty in the death of his infant son is heading back to court for a new trial. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fire officials have closed the case on the deadly house fire on Powell Avenue after they couldn't determine a cause. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Evansville teen is arrested, and another is injured following a high-speed chase. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Employees recently laid off at Champion Labs in Albion might be entitled to some big benefits. A class action law firm in Chicago says it's investigating whether or not Champion notified employees of the mass layoff early enough. The WARN Act, known as the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act, is a federal law that requires certain employers to give their employees in writing, at least 60 days before a plant closing or mass layoff takes effect. The law firm says employees may be entitled to 60 days of severance pay and benefits. The firm needs former employees reach out to them about potential legal remedies. Newburgh Town officials passed an ordinance Wednesday night that would penalize residents who feed large wild animals. Officials say raccoons and other animals have been running wild and spreading diseases to other animals. They are also concerned about animals making people sick and getting into homes. Town manager Chris Cooke says he doesn't want folks who feed songbirds to think we're coming after them. It's the 50-pound bags of food being left out for raccoons and other animals that have caused the population to become unbalanced in a densely populated area. The ordinance would issue a written warning after one offence, followed by fines of up to $500. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since about 1980, Carol Abrams and Lisa Muller, a Castle High School educator, have been teaching students and adults across the Tri-State about the Holocaust and bullying.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A second victim, who was injured during a hit-and-run accident last week in Owensboro, has died. Area hospitals have seen flu cases double over the past week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Madisonville woman was arrested when she tried pay her friends bond with fake money. One person is in custody after a brief standoff on Evansville's west side. Kentucky Utility customers will see an increase of nearly $9 on their monthly bill. The new rates take effect immediately. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Evansville woman was arrested for allegedly setting her house on fire. An abandoned backpack at a gas station leads to the arrest of an Evansville man. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mt. Carmel Police are asking for the public's help in finding 16-year-old Zachary Hedge, last seen Thursday morning. A tornado snatched roofs from homes and buildings in Bloomington, Indiana, on Thursday night, leaving hundreds without power this morning. Owensboro Police have arrested a man involved in a hit-and-run that killed a pedestrian and critically hurt another See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The West Side Nut Club is donating thousands of dollars to Evansville schools and organizations, totaling just under half a million dollars.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Evansville couple is facing several charges after leading police on a chase that went on for nearly 90 miles. Good advice for Rockport residents against porch pirate package prowlers. Police have seen an increase. Public transportation is now easier for Henderson residents thanks to a new app for smartphone users. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's guest is psychotherapist Lisa Seif.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plans have been submitted for the construction of a new Goodwill Store in Henderson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Ohio Township Fire Department wants to remind you that no ice is safe ice after responding to a possible water rescue last night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Vanderburgh County Coroner's Office has shared the name of the 3rd brother killed in the fire on Powell Avenue. A Daviess County teen is facing 26 charges related to child porn and promoting the use of a minor by electronic means. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indiana Secretary of Education Katie Jenner is this week's speaker.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Mt. Vernon man is charged with 28 criminal counts stemming from recent thefts from cars. The Vanderburgh County Sheriff's Department says that the office is seeking the termination of one of its employees. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The two children who passed away from a house fire over the weekend have been identified. A third child, who is on life support, will be an organ donor. The two children who passed away from a house fire over the weekend have been identified. A third child, who is on life support, will be an organ donor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two children were killed, and one was flown to an Indianapolis hospital following a house fire in Evansville. One person was rescued from a pond in Newburgh Saturday night after their SUV left the roadway. Police are investigating an incident involving a guy, a gun, and a unicycle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Evansville man arrested on Thursday is facing arson charges. He's accused of setting a house on fire back in December. Officials with a Tri-State bank are sending a warning out to its customers regarding a phone scam. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A third teen is now being charged as an adult in the Josiah Madrid murder case. An Owensboro business is in the process of restructuring, resulting in lost jobs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's guests are Todd Robertson and Johnathan Siebeking with METS Transportation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indiana Gov Mike Braun made a stop on the WIKY Morning Show...He touched on his Executive Order on the Indiana Council on Fraud Prevention. If you always wanted to work @ a theme park, you're in luck...Holiday World & Splashing Safari are looking to fill 2,000 positions for their 2026 season. What is that smell hanging around in Evansville? The mystery has been solved. The smell is not going away anytime soon. A former EPD officer has been sentenced to 30 years in prison after being found guilty of child molestation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One person is dead after being struck by a train in Henderson County. The last set of beams for the I-69 Ohio River Crossing Project will be delivered in Evansville starting today between 1 and 4 pm. Expect delays. Trash collection has resumed in Evansville...If crews can't get to you, there are dumpsters around town with no cost to you. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Evansville Fire Department has recently responded to several fires resulting in the loss of family pets. They want to pass along some tips to prevent this from happening to your pet. An Evansville teen was arrested and accused of attempting to steal guns from Rural King. USI will host its annual International Food Expo students will showcase a taste of their home countries with food and customs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Electric Utility Affordability Bill passed the Indiana House of Representatives, requiring electricity suppliers to offer low-income customer aid programs. DNA evidence from a broken window has led to the arrest of a burglary suspect...it wasn't his first time robbing homes. Evansville-native and Olympic gold medalist Lilly King needs volunteers for the 3 major swim and dive championships coming to Evansville. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear gave an update on the state's response to the severe winter storm. Evansville Police are still seeking information on a 2025 hit-and-run death. If you got a text from a number pretending to be Duke Energy...it's a scam. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Becker speaks about Zeidler's Flowers 125th Anniversary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

White flag protocols remain in place at local shelters. Freezing temperatures are keeping Evansville's emergency shelter network in high demand. An investigation is underway after a woman was found dead inside her vehicle in Evansville. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ascension St. Vincent in Evansville has reached a huge milestone, but in a small way, in cardiac care. Five duck hunters were rescued after their boat froze into the White River. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A State of Emergency has been declared for the City of Evansville and Vanderburgh County One person was arrested and charged with DUI after forcing an INDOT snowplow off the road. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indiana State Police is investigating a shooting involving two Posey County Sheriff's Deputies, leaving one person dead. Good news for those who use the Blue Bridge, it reopens today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mesker Park Zoo officials announce some sad news. A 3-year-old Sumatran tiger named Luna has passed away.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's guests are Carol Havens and Cara Steinkuhl. They discussed the proliferation of not-for-profits that are doing good work but sometimes are redundant, performing the same or very similar services as other 501 (c) 3 organizations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The trial of the man charged with murdering his ex-wife and son will resume this morning in Gibson County. A century-old church on Evansville's west side will be converted into an apartment complex. The EVSC is now enrolling students for kindergarten for the next school year. Students who will turn 5 years old on or before August 1 are eligible for enrollment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Indiana Hoosiers are the new College Football National Champions after defeating the University of Miami Hurricanes last night If you're single and ready to mingle, Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden has something just for you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, three local museums are offering free admission. One person sustained serious injuries after the car they were riding in hit a home. The driver's breath test was three times over the legal limit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.