Local News
Vincennes Man Arrested on Child Molesting, Solicitation Charges
Vincennes Police arrested a Vincennes man last night for on-site charges of child molesting and child solicitation. 72 year-old Richard Kirchoff is charged with the counts concerning a child either under 14, or who he believed to be under 14. No other arrest details have been released at this time. Kirchoff is being ...
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Indiana Parole Board Starting Clemency Hearing for Jeff Weisheit
The Indiana Parole Board is considering clemency for Jeffrey Allen Weisheit, sentenced to death for killing 5-year-old Caleb Lynch and 8-year-old Alyssa Lynch in a 2010 Evansville house fire. Weisheit said he rejected a plea deal for life without parole because he did not want ...
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Voting Underway for Daviess County Awards
Voting is now taking place for the Daviess County Visitors Bureau's 2026 Best of Daviess County awards. The public can vote for their favorite event, innkeeper, and eatery at visitdaviesscounty.com. Voting will be open until this Friday...
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I-69 Reopens in Greene County Following Repairs
The Indiana Department of Transportation says northbound I-69 in Greene County reopened to traffic Monday afternoon following emergency repairs. Traffic at that location was already down to one lane due to construction. The discovery of a large hol...
13h ago
Sullivan County Targeted for Possible Nuclear Plant
A proposed nuclear power project could be coming to Sullivan County, Indiana. American Electric Power announced a joint development agreement with X-energy to study building a 960-megawatt advanced nuclear facility at the former Breed Generating Station site. ...
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Another Week of Early Voting Starts Today
Early voting continues across the area through noon on Monday, November second. You can vote early Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at designated early voting location. In Knox County, the early vote center is in the former Knox C...
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Alleged Drunk Driver Arrested in Crash That Kills 9 Year-Old Boy
A nine year-old Monroe City boy was killed in a two-vehicle accident Sunday afternoon on State Road 57 south of Washington. The accident happened when a vehicle lost control and hit a minvan driven by 62 year-old Melinda Pea of Monroe City. A passenger in her minivan, nine year-old Keith Walton, was taken to Riley Chi...
Oct 19, 2026
A Bit of a Warmup Expected This week
After s cold, frosty end of the weekend., temperatures will rebound at least to the end of this week, and possibly longer. Forecaster Ryan Martin says relatively warmer weather will lead to good harvesting conditions in area fields, As for next week, Martin says it depends on an iffy rain system that could hit the area...
Oct 19, 2026
Obituaries
Willard Riggle, 79, Washington
Willard L. Riggle, 79 of Washington, Indiana passed away on October 19, 2026. He was born in Washington, Indiana on April 3, 1947, to the late Elmer and Lucille Riggle. Willard graduated from Washington High School in 1965. He married the love of his life, Karen Hall, on November 22, 1967. Willard is a lifelong farmer ...
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Larry Gartner, 81, Lawrenceville
Larry E. Gartner, 81, of Lawrenceville, IL, passed away Friday October 16, 2023, at 12:34 AM at the Good Samaritan Hospital with his family at his bedside. Larry was born on January 9, 1945, in Vincennes, IN the son of Don and Dorothy (Frey) Gartner. He was a graduate of Central Catholic High School and was a lifelong ...
22h ago
Donald "Freddy" Robbins, 80, Bicknell
Donald "Freddy" Lee Robbins, 80, of Bicknell, Indiana, passed away on October 17, 2026. He was born on September 9, 1946, in Linton, Indiana, and lived a life marked by hard work, loyalty, and a deep love for family, friends, and the outdoors. Donald was the son of Elizabeth Medcalf Robbins and Carl Robbins. ...
22h ago
Kimberly Meek, 61, Vincennes
Kimberly Meek left us in the early morning hours on Friday, October 16, 2026. She went in her sleep after her fight with cancer. Kim was a strong, independent woman. She was a bit stubborn and loved to speak her mind. Kim was a very talented woman she liked landscaping she loved baking cookies and decorating cake cakes...
Oct 18, 2026
Hazel Fisher, 102, Evansville
Hazel Marie Fisher, age 102, of Evansville, Indiana, passed away on October 11, 2026, in Evansville. She was born on July 19, 1924, in Bicknell, Indiana, to Algustus and Nella Jeffris. Hazel graduated from Bicknell High School in 1942 and carried the values of hard work, faith, and family throughout her long life. Duri...
Oct 13, 2026
Kaida Fox, 14, Washington
Kaida Cheilynn Fox, age 14, passed away on October 7, 2026, in Evansville, Indiana. Born on June 5, 2012, Kaida was a beloved daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, cousin, and friend whose spirit touched the lives of many. Kaida will be remembered for the warmth, laughter, and light she brought to those who knew her....
Oct 12, 2026
Seth Martin, 33, Petersburg
Seth Ryan Martin, age 33, of Petersburg, Indiana, passed away on October 7, 2026, in Petersburg, Indiana. He was born on February 11, 1993, in Washington, Indiana, and lived a life marked by devotion to his family, service to his country, and hard work in his trade. Seth was a loving son, father, brother, and friend wh...
Oct 11, 2026
Aileese Tucker, 19, Vincennes
Aileese Tucker, a precious daughter, beloved child of God, honor student, gifted young woman, and faithful soul whose earthly journey ended far too soon at just age 19. How someone so young, so full of promise, so filled with life, could be taken from us. Just weeks ago, she was celebrating her high school graduation a...
Oct 7, 2026
Christopher Burtch, 56, Robinson, IL
Christopher A. Burtch, 56, of Robinson, Illinois passed away with family by his side on October 4, 2026. He was born in Robinson, Illinois on October 9, 1969, to Mark Burtch and Brenda Miller. Chris graduated from Newton High School. He worked for 29 years with Hershey. Chris was an avid sports enthusiast and card coll...
Oct 5, 2026
David Niehaus, 59, Vincennes
David Frederick Niehaus, 59, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Sunday, October 4, 2026. He was born February 13, 1967, in Vincennes, the son of Bernie and Patty (O'Neill) Niehaus. David lived his entire life in Vincennes, a community he loved deeply and served faithfully. His lif...
Oct 5, 2026
Local Sports
Girls Basketball Practice Starts Today Across Indiana
In sports across Knox County: The first day of fall sports practice is here for area girls' basketball teams. The IHSAA has set today as the opening day for girls' high school basketball teams to get ready for the coming season. The first allowable day for girls' games will be on November second. Opening day for boys...
Oct 19, 2026
Friday Night Lights Sports Update Report Bulletin
Vincennes Lincoln defeated Owen Valley 31 to 14 Washington beat Pike Central 51 to 14 Paoli narrowly defeated North Knox 14 to 13 Northview won out over Linton 59 to 6
Oct 17, 2026
Area Tournament Recap for Friday
In Volleyball: The Vincennes Lincoln Lady Alices lost to Gibson Soutnern in 4 sets at the 3-A Jasper Regional. The two teams split the first two sets, with the Lady Titans winning the last two 25-18 and 25-15 to take the match. Marlo Thorne led with 14 kills, while Alivia Eaton added 11. Hadley Piper also added 29 as...
Oct 16, 2026
Lady Spartans' Soccer Season Ends with Loss to WRV
In soccer: The South Knox Lady Spartans saw their season end at home, as the Lady Wolverines of White River Valley defeat South Knox 2-1. All three goals were scored in the first half between the two. WRV will now move into the regional final at Forest Park on Saturday, when they face Clarksville Providence. The Lad...
Oct 15, 2026
SK vs. WRV in Regional Soccer Semifinals Tonight; Rivet Drops a Five-Set Volleyball Sectional Matchup
The South Knox Lady Spartans face the White River Valley Lady Wolverines in a regional soccer matchup this evening from South Knox. The Lady Spartans come in at 11-4-2, while WRV enters play at 13-2-1. Kickoff is at six p-m; you can watch that game live-streamed tonight on tocsportsnetwork.com. The winner moves on to...
Oct 14, 2026
LHS At Home, North Knox with Bye Week in IHSAA Football Tournament
Vincennes Lincoln will start its IHSAA tournament football run with an October 23rd matchup with Edgewood. That game will be at Inman Field in Vincennes. The winner of that one will host Indian Creek in tournament Week Two, on October 30th. The North Knox Warriors will have Week 1 off, as they drew the bye in their ...
Oct 12, 2026
Soccer Regional Semifinals Are Set
In soccer: The South Knox Lady Spartans will move into regional play as they face White River Valley at home on Wednesday. The Spartans won their sectional with a 1-0 win over Pike Central; WRV defeated Northeast Dubois 2-1 to win their home sectional. Kickoff time is six p-m Wednesday night at South Knox. The winner...
Oct 12, 2026
FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS REPORT UPDATE
North Daviess defeated North Knox 28 to 20 Vincennes Lincoln won out over Sullivan 42 to 28 Techumseh shut down Pike Central 56 to 0 Linton beat Eastern Greene 41 to 7 Mount Vernon defeated Washington 45 to 14 Southridge shut out Princeton 54 to 0 Givson Southern won out over Boonville 42 to 14 Heritage Hills shut down...
Oct 10, 2026
Knox County Sports for Friday
Around Knox County: In Boys' Soccer: The South Knox Spartans saw their season end with a 1-0 loss to the host Jeeps in the Northeast Dubois Sectional. The game was scoreless through regulation, but the Jeeps scored the deciding goal in overtime to win it. South Knox ends its soccer season with an 11-4-2 record. Barr...
Oct 9, 2026
Area Soccer Sectional Recap and Preview
South Knox moves on to face Pike Central in the Class A tournament at South Knox. The Lady Spartans defeat North Knox 9-0, while Pike Central eliminated Rivet 4-1. A three-goal second half led the Lady Chargers to that victory. South Knox now gets Pike Central in the sectional final at 2 pm Saturday. At White River ...
Oct 8, 2026
Entertainment News
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Kate Middleton brings back Princess Diana's famous tiara for glamorous night alongside Prince William
Kate Middleton chose Queen Mary's Lover's Knot tiara and a yellow Elie Saab gown for the Oman state banquet at Windsor Castle alongside Prince William.
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Amy Schumer shares swimsuit photos from Caribbean getaway nearly a year after 50-pound weight-loss reveal
Amy Schumer showed off her floral swimsuit and scuba diving adventure in Turks and Caicos, calling her PADI certification one of her best decisions.
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Mel Brooks, 100, asked 'Spaceballs' team to film his scenes first due to age
"Spaceballs: The New One" reunites Mel Brooks, Rick Moranis and Bill Pullman while adding Keke Palmer and Lewis Pullman to the sequel's cast.
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Former Disney star Erik von Detten sued for elder abuse after couple poured $2.1M retirement savings into gold
Erik von Detten faces financial elder abuse and fraud allegations after an elderly couple claims they lost over $900,000 on overpriced gold coins.
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Christina Applegate says she was misdiagnosed with MS and is now 'back at square one'
Christina Applegate fought back tears discussing her MS misdiagnosis, saying the news brought confusion, depression and no relief from symptoms.
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Larry David saw OJ Simpson the day of Nicole Brown Simpson's 1994 murder: book
Larry David's authorized biography reveals he crossed paths with O.J. Simpson on the day Nicole Brown Simpson was killed.
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Princess Diana feared Prince Harry would 'wither' in Prince William's shadow: expert
Princess Diana worried Prince Harry would "wither" in Prince William's shadow, says royal expert, as secret 1991 recordings surface in new documentary.
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'Office Space' star Richard Riehle dead at 78
Richard Riehle starred in "Office Space," "Casino," and over 400 projects across nearly five decades before his death at 78 this past weekend.
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Amanda Seyfried faces harsh criticism as viewers rip her behavior in Elizabeth Holmes documentary
Amanda Seyfried faces backlash after appearing in "You Can See Everything" documentary, where her shifting sympathy for Elizabeth Holmes sparked debate.
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Matthew McConaughey divides fans over independent voting plea ahead of midterms
Matthew McConaughey's video urging Americans to rethink the two-party system drew fierce social media backlash ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
Oct 19, 2026
Reporter's Notebook: France braces for more unrest after parts of Paris spun out of control
French Prime Minister Lecornu says a massive police operation backed by the military will counter the next protest set for this weekend in France.
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Sea mine crisis re-emerges in Strait of Hormuz as Tehran urges Washington to accept deal
Iran claims two oil tankers struck sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz as the IMO warns the critical shipping lane remains too unsafe to transit.
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Iran regime under pressure as rebel groups escalate attacks in volatile southeast
A coalition of armed rebel groups is stepping up attacks against Iranian regime forces in the country's volatile southeast, raising questions about Tehran's grip on the region.
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Global 'Chaos Inc' grows to 101 groups with plans for new rounds of demonstrations
French leftist groups are planning a new round of mobilizations on Oct. 24 as the "Chaos Inc." red-green alliance of far-left and Islamist groups sweeps across Europe.
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Some synagogues canceled prayers as French Jews faced warnings amid violent protests
Some French Jews reportedly faced unprecedented warnings to hide their identity as anti-government protests turned violent across the nation.
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Beleaguered Macron cites US-Iran war as factor in protests amid Trump, Vance criticism
French President Emmanuel Macron cited the Iran war and its impact on fuel and living costs while addressing the ongoing protests and unrest across France.
Oct 19, 2026
Hungary and Poland defend tough migration policies as France reels from violent unrest
Violent unrest in France and Italy fuels the migration debate as Hungary and Poland defend tougher border controls and warn Europe against repeating past mistakes.
Oct 19, 2026
Alberta holds non-binding separation vote as independence fight grips Canada
About 3 million Albertans are eligible to vote in the non-binding separation referendum, but polls show deep divisions within the UCP over it.
Oct 19, 2026
US lawmakers sound alarm as violence grips NATO ally Albania amid anti-government protests
Student-led protests in Tirana have turned violent as thousands demand Prime Minister's Edi Rama's resignation amid allegations of corruption. Rama has blamed outside agitators for the violence.
Oct 19, 2026
WHO'S WHO: Inside France's 'Chaos Inc' franchise of communist groups, labor unions and global activists
Communist leader Vijay Prashad celebrated France student protests as 54 organizations, from communist youth to labor unions, fuel a global rebellion
Oct 19, 2026
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