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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.

Judge changes mind; Banis now allowed to testify in Mundt trial Video included

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A judge had denied a request from Joseph Banis to allow him to testify against Jeffrey Mundt in the murder trial of Joseph Carroll.

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.

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.

 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

LMPD officer charged with official misconduct after ordering woman to strip Video included

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A Louisville Metro Police officer is charged with official misconduct after he ordered a woman to strip for no reason, according to court documents.

Boil order in SW Jefferson Co.

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The Louisville Water Company has issued a Boil Water Advisory for the Windsor Forest neighborhood.

POLICE: 14 vehicles stolen from Louisville International Airport Video included

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Two people have been arrested after police say they stole 14 cars from a car rental lot at the Louisville International Airport.

12-year-old girl on bike injured in collision with pickup truck

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Dispatchers say she crashed into the windshield and suffered head and leg injuries.

Man's dream of marriage comes true even as he fights cancer Video included

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Dale Monteith proposed to Ashley Jewel on what he considers to be his new birthday.

Southern Indiana childcare worker arrested for sex with minor Video included

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A southern Indiana counselor for troubled youth has admitted to having sex with a 14-year-old boy she was supposed to be helping.

Louisville detective dies from shooting injuries 40 years later Video included

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A retired Louisville Police detective dies from injuries sustained in a shooting 40 years ago.

HEATHER FRENCH HENRY: No decision yet on whether to run against McConnell Video included

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Just last month, Representative John Yarmuth told WDRB that Henry would make a good candidate.

Peregrine falcons retrieved from smoke stack Video included

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It's part of a plan to monitor their growing population.

Some Indiana school districts change calendar; some parents object Video included

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The schedule provides several two-week breaks during the school year.

Rand Paul speaks out about possible presidential run Video included

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He spoke exclusively to WDRB's Lawrence Smith about being a rebel, and what his wife wants him to do before he answers questions.

Boil water advisory for some Sellersburg Water customers

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The advisory is in effect for the next 48 hours.

20+ buildings await demolition due to new downtown bridge Video included

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Kremer's Smoke Shoppe is among 22 buildings slated to be demolished. Historic homes in Jeffersonville, Indiana are scheduled to be moved May 29th.

POLICE: Louisville Fire called to remove man from billboard

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Police say the billboard was 40-feet-tall.

BOZICH: Harrell Invited To USA Basketball Trials; UK, IU Players Absent

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University of Louisville forward Montrezl Harrell will try to earn one of 12 spots on the USA Basketball 19-and-under team. No players from Kentucky or Indiana are on the 24-man roster.