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Two Knox County Men Behind Bars, Facing Firearm Charges
EDITOR'S NOTE: This story has been updated to include additional information from the Knox County Sheriff's office. VINCENNES, Ind. (We...

Nathan Springfield
Oct 21, 20241 min read


Silver Alert Declared for Missing Vincennes Man
UPDATED AT 9:09PM ON 10/15/2024 - The Knox County Sheriff's Office has confirmed Dinkins has been found safe, therefor the Silver Alert...

Nathan Springfield
Oct 15, 20241 min read


Six Confirmed Injured in Mining Accident
BRUCEVILLE, Ind. (We Are Knox County) - Six people were injured in a mining accident late Thursday night. According to the Knox County...

Nathan Springfield
Oct 11, 20241 min read


Accident Reported at Sunrise Coal in Knox County
BRUCEVILLE, Ind. (We Are Knox County) - We are working to gather more information about an accident at a Knox County coal mine. Knox...

Nathan Springfield
Oct 11, 20241 min read


Burglary at Oaktown Gas Station Under Investigation
Correction: This story has been updated to reflect that the incident at Casey's General Store in Oaktown was a burglary, not a robbery....

Nathan Springfield
Oct 6, 20241 min read


Missing Gibson County Woman Found Dead in Knox County; Husband Arrested
UPDATE 10/05/2024 at 10:15am: WAKC News Now has been informed by the Gibson County Sheriff’s Office that Kayla’s husband, Daniel...

Nathan Springfield
Oct 5, 20241 min read


WANTED WEDNESDAY: Shane Brasseur and Whitney Yarber
KNOX CO., Ind. (We Are Knox County) - WAKC News Now has teamed up with the Knox County Sheriff's Office to highlight wanted criminals in...

Nathan Springfield
Oct 2, 20241 min read


Meet WAKC: Knox County's First Streaming News and Weather Source
KNOX COUNTY, Ind. (We Are Knox County) - Knox County is known for its many historical firsts, including being the home of Indiana’s first...

Nathan Springfield
Sep 10, 20243 min read


Inmate Found Unresponsive at Knox County Jail
KNOX COUNTY, Ind. (We Are Knox County) - The death of an inmate at the Knox County Jail is under investigation. Jail officers found...

Nathan Springfield
Aug 30, 20241 min read


Joining Forces to Keep Those in Need Cool During the Heat Wave
VINCENNES, Ind. (We Are Knox County) - It may be hot in Knox County, but Duke Energy is helping residents stay cool. On Wednesday, the...

Nathan Springfield
Aug 29, 20241 min read


Vincennes Farmers Market Receives Donation from Duke Energy
VINCENNES, Ind. (We Are Knox County) - A popular weekly event in Knox County will soon get some upgrades thanks to a recent donation. The...

Nathan Springfield
Aug 26, 20241 min read


Zaxby's Announces New Location in Vincennes
VINCENNES, Ind. (We Are Knox County) - As one restaurant moves out of Knox County, another moves in. A Zaxby's brand spokesperson told...

Nathan Springfield
Aug 21, 20241 min read
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