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Elizabethtown woman on life support after being pinned by SUV

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The victim was pushing the SUV when it rolled down an embankment, trapping her under it.

Fair Board looking at ways to solve traffic logjam

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Automatic gates causing congestion during big events

Mundt murder trial continues after several twists Video included

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Jeffrey Mundt's former roommate and lover, Joseph Banis, may take the stand against him today.

Sting operation uncovers Jeffersonville meth lab

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Officials searched a home on the 3000 block of Clearstream Way in Jeffersonville and discovered a small methamphetamine lab.

Judge to decide whether man convicted in Behrman murder should have new trial Video included

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John Myers II was convicted in 2006 in the death of Jill Behrman.

Havana Rumba about to open in the Douglas Loop

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The restaurant is waiting for permits and licenses before opening in early June.

No "big adventure" for Pee Wee Herman in Louisville Video included

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Creator of Lebowski Fest not allowed to create festival devoted to Pee Wee Herman.

More than 1,000 employees at Paducah's Gaseous Diffusion Plant to lose jobs

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The U.S. Department of Energy had rejected a proposal that would have extended operations.

Man accused of stalking Jennifer Lawrence's brother to undergo psychiatric exam

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A report will address Zhao Han Cong's competence to stand trial.

20,000 flags headed to Waterfront Park for Memorial Day observance

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It's all part of an effort to remember the sacrifices of those who served in the armed forces.

POLICE: Louisville man raped woman on feeding tube

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Police say the victim had a terminal illness and the suspect removed her feeding tube.

Bardstown Police seek man wanted on animal cruelty charges Video included

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Police say John C. Lewis of Bardstown is also a persistent felony offender.

Nashville couple dies after their car crashes into tree in E'town

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Kentucky State Police are trying to figure out why the couple's car ran off the road.

CRAWFORD MORNING LINE | Noel, Dieng overrated? Coach K touts new ACC

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An ESPN panel includes Nerlens Noel and Gorgui Dieng among its most overvalued draft prospects, but had good news for Indiana's Cody Zeller, plus Coach K on the ACC and more on Teddy Bridgewater.

Louisville leaders speak out about Boy Scout vote

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The reaction is mixed but despite the vote, most believe the debate will continue.

OPINION | Making Kentucky Better for Business

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The Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is an outstanding organization. Representing 2,700 member businesses of all sizes that employ over half of Kentucky's workforce, the Chamber correctly claims that it "provides leadership as a catalyst, consensus-builder and advocate to unite business and advance Kentucky." 

BOZICH: Hard To Believe Reds Have 5 Better Starters Than Cingrani

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Tony Cingrani returned to Louisville from the Cincinnati Reds Thursday. After delivering five more shutout innings, Cingrani has not allowed a run in more than 19 innings for the Louisville Bats.

Widow of former LPD detective Branham reflects on his legacy Video included

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The former detective was a 12-year veteran of the police force when he was shot in the stomach on July 16, 1972, while conducting a prostitution investigation near the intersection of East Oak and Preston.

Guitar Emporium to remain open under new ownership Video included

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Guitar Emporium on Bardstown Road will stay open due to ownership change and a small business loan from the city

U of L tuition is going up Video included

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U of L blames dwindling state funds for the hike.  Final vote due next month.

SLIDESHOW -- Going pink for Jessica!

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We had a big surprise Thursday for our 10 p.m. producer, Jessica Denson, who is battling breast cancer.

Public pressure to open K&I Bridge for public use

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The Louisville Metro Council just passed a resolution in support of reopening the bridge.

 

Germantown residents: bogus alarm system sales reps targeting homes

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Neighbors in one Louisville community say people posing as door to door salesmen have been targeting their homes.

People who lie about military service could face criminal charges

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Lying about receiving a military medal is about to become a crime.

Man says Lauren Spierer's parents harassing him

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Corey Rossman says he has nothing to do with Spierer's disappearance and that her parents are harassing him.

A&R Logistics to establish headquarters in Louisville, create 50 jobs

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Governor Steve Beshear said the logistics company will invest more than $3 million in the project.

Boy Scouts to allow gay scouts; ban on gay leaders remains

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Local leaders vote on controversial issue; some scouting sponsors had threatened to leave the organization if gays were allowed.

SLIDESHOW: Downtown Louisville building goes green

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A living rooftop is being installed on the new eight-story Nucleus building on Market Street.

Time Warner prepares Insight customers for transition

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If you are one of Insight Communications' 750,000 customers, you should have received a letter in the mail letting you know of the changes that are coming.

Boy Scouts about to vote on whether or not to exclude gay boys

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The Boy Scouts are about to make a big decision.

Veterans Memorial Park of Ky. recognizes vets of several U.S. wars

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A new park memorializes every war the United States has been involved in since the Revolutionary War.

Jefferson County foreclosure rates falling

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New data from Corelogic shows foreclosures in March at about 2.25 percent -- that's down from a year ago, and lower than the national average of 3 percent.

Ky State Fair Board looking for part-time workers

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It is looking to hire ticket sellers, ticket takers, ushers and more to meet and greet patrons during concerts and sporting events.

Dozens of Kentucky museums take part in Blue Star Program

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It offers free admission to active-duty military members just in time for Memorial Day.

CRAWFORD MORNING LINE | For Wildcat freshmen, it's UK over USA

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The University of Kentucky's heralded freshmen are choosing to get to Lexington and go to work on their goal of a 2014 NCAA title rather than try out for the U.S. under-19 national team.

Central High School's aquatic center re-opens

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The pool had been closed for a decade.

Tuition freeze and lower costs at Purdue University main campus

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Tuition and fees for resident students on the campus will be about $10,000 each of the next two school years.

Police looking for pickpocket after wallet stolen at Shelbyville Walmart

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Kentucky State Police are asking the public to help find a man suspected of stealing from a woman at a Shelbyville Walmart.

Louisville Metro Council wants K&I Bridge to open to walkers, bikers

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But Norfolk Southern Railroad says it can't agree to that.

Louisville Metro Police arrest man after yard signs stolen

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Louisville Metro Police say someone was stealing yard signs Wednesday night.

4 inmates bolt in 3 days in eastern Ky.

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Eastern Kentucky authorities are plagued with a series of jail inmate escapes this week.

POLICE: Louisville man brandished AK-47 during argument with neighbor

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Police say it started with a neighbor popping off at rabbits with an air gun -- but by the time the incident was over, an AK-47 was involved.

Georgetown Indiana gets a new Cash Saver Grocery Store Video included

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It is a store that says it offers the lowest prices possible on the best quality food.

Carrithers Middle School briefly evacuated after threat

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Carrithers Middle School on Billtown Road in Jeffersontown was briefly evacuated this morning after a bomb threat.

LMPD officer resigns in misconduct case Video included

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Incident involved video showing officer striking a handcuffed and non-resisting suspect.