Good morning, Evansville.

Carlos Rodriguez-Geronimo was found guilty of two counts of rape after a 35-minute jury deliberation — he raped a woman at his home after meeting her at work and his sentencing will be on June 20.

Evansville Police are urging safe gun handling after a man accidentally shot himself in the mouth while trying to holster his gun + he had reportedly been drinking on Thursday night.

A fifth grader who is autistic and nonverbal went missing yesterday from Highland Elementary when he slipped through a gap in the fence—he was later found by his family on a porch about a mile away after a stressful search.

Evansville Water and Sewer Utility crews have closed Wabash Avenue between the Lloyd Expressway and Illinois Street to install a new water main.

Officials say the two-block closure will continue through May 30 — if weather permits.

The Evansville Water and Sewer Utility has closed Wabash Avenue between the Lloyd Expressway and Illinois Street—crews are installing a new water main.

The road remains closed until May 30—weather permitting.

Indiana received USDA approval to remove sugary drinks and candy from SNAP benefits after Secretary Brooke Rollins signed the waiver & Gov. Mike Braun noted that more SNAP dollars are spent on these items than on fruits and vegetables.

The change is part of Indiana’s Make Indiana Healthy Again initiative aimed at improving nutrition and health standards.

Merritt Bates-Thomas from the Green River District Health Department joined Daybreak on May 23 with Gretchen Ross and Joe Bird to explain how to check blood pressure and keep it in a safe range—this discussion is part of Blood Pressure Education Month.

Waymaker Miracles Run/Walk 5K

9 AM – 12 PM — Friedman Park — Registration fee applies — Participate in a vibrant family-friendly 5K supporting couples in need.

Wilderness Weekend: Free Sunday

12-5 p.m. — Wesselman Woods — Free entry — Embrace nature with free access to over four miles of beautiful trails at Wesselman Woods.

Blazin' Glazin' Donut Race

6:30-8 p.m. — Vanderburgh 4-H Center — Varied registration fees — Participate in a fun and timed donut-themed run event.

June Fest

5-8 p.m. — Downtown Evansville — Free entry — Experience a community celebration with local vendors, live music, and more in the heart of Evansville.

Mesker Park Zoo Brew

4:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Mesker Park Zoo — Ticket information available May 1st — Enjoy tastings of wine and craft beers in a lively after-hours zoo setting.

Joe Gatto Comedy Show

7-11 p.m. — Old National Events Plaza — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with Joe Gatto, known from 'Impractical Jokers'.

Easton Corbin Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Victory Theatre — Tickets starting at $41 — Enjoy a night of country music with Easton Corbin in a lively setting.

Drum Major, Percussion, & Color Guard Camp

June 22-25 — University of Southern Indiana — $525-$650 — Level up your marching arts with top instructors at this engaging camp in Evansville.