Louisville police face more hurdles to get an assault rifle for on-the-job use than a mass shooter like Connor Sturgeon, who legally bought his weapon four days earlier in a 40-minute transaction at a local gun dealer. More >>LMPD Officer Nick Wilt was 'outgunned' when he went up against bank mass shooter
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In 2021, suicide was the second leading cause of death among young people in the U.S. More >>U.S. Congress looking into ways to fix mental health crisis among teens
The department said there were more than 6,000 tips submitted through the phone tip line and the new online Crime Tip Portal last year. More >>LMPD says more people are calling crime tip line, encourages people to submit information
Prosecutors believe 44-year-old Gavin Perkins shot his mother, Ruth Perkins, to death in April 2018. More >>Prosecutor asks that Louisville man accused of killing mom remain hospitalized
The auction closes on Sunday, June 11. More >>LMPD auctioning off unclaimed vehicles from impound lot
Gerina Whethers takes over the job as the top prosecutor as Louisville faces a racial and social justice movement. More >>Louisville's new Commonwealth's Attorney is first Black woman to hold the position
Colton Ryan has been nominated for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for his portrayal of Jimmy Doyle in the musical "New York, New York." More >>Kentucky native nominated for a Tony Award
Ja'Ceon Terry died on July 17, 2022, while in state custody at a Louisville foster care facility. More >>Settlement reached in death of boy housed at Louisville foster care facility
Volunteers as young as four years old packed 2,200 paper bags with snacks. More >>Volunteers with Metro United Way put together snack bags to fight food insecurity
Organizers of the event said police officers de-escalated the situation and told the two men to leave. More >>Demonstrators say 2 men with guns, KKK card briefly disrupted Pride rally in Corbin
Meals must be eaten on-site. More >>Summer program offers free food for any Indiana child
The bill is expected to go before state lawmakers early next year. More >>New Kentucky bill would compensate people who are wrongfully convicted
William R. Bors is also charged with official misconduct. More >>Shively Police Officer faces multiple charges for speeding over 100 mph with 3-year-old in car
Police said McKayla Portman was last seen April 30 in the 2900 block of Bank Street. More >>Louisville police say missing 24-year-old woman has been found safe
The Frazier History Museum partnered with Down Syndrome of Louisville to hang 19 pieces of art by the artists, all of whom were posed the question: "What's cool about Kentucky?" More >>Frazier History Museum exhibit showcases the work of Louisville area Down Syndrome artists
Lil Jon is coming to the Jeffersonville Riverstage next weekend to help celebrate Juneteenth. More >>Lil John - B Simm, DJ Slikk and Bella Rae heading up Juneteenth celebration at Jeffersonville Riverstage
CineBus, a retrofitted vehicle that can show movies, art and laser shows, videos and more was unveiled by Louisville Downtown Partnership on Monday. More >>Waterfront Park to host movie nights with Louisville's new mobile projection bus
The event runs from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 10. More >>Louisville dads invited to celebrate Father's Day early with free prostate exams
The Kentucky Science Center is hosting the Touch a Truck event on Saturday, June 10. More >>Kentucky Science Center to give kids hands-on experience with trucks
The yard sale is set to happen on June 16, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. More >>Kentucky Derby Festival's annual 'Yard Sale' set for mid-June
The cancellation was announced in a tweet by the New York Racing Association. More >>Live racing canceled Thursday at Belmont Park due to poor air quality conditions
Officers with LMPD's First Division responded around 9:45 p.m. to a report of a shooting in the 2000 block of Bank Street near North 20th Street. More >>1 injured in Wednesday night shooting in Louisville's Portland neighborhood
While the air quality index in Jefferson County remained moderate on Wednesday, the city is issuing an Air Quality Alert for Thursday when the index is projected to be unhealthy for sensitive groups. More >>Canada wildfires causing air quality concerns in Louisville
Ticketmaster posted the race dates and availability today. More >>Tickets on sale for horse races at Ellis Park beginning this weekend
The program allows students to graduate with college credits, industry certification and real-world work experience. More >>JCPS credits Academies of Louisville program with improving student outcomes
Besednjak hired a geologist and a structural engineer who both confirmed the sinkhole in November. More >>'I have a major problem' | Mt. Washington man living on a sinkhole directly under his home
TARC said the changes are meant to "improve overall system efficiency" by adjusting services to reach areas that need them most. More >>TARC approves route changes, set to start in August
The department launched criminal and internal investigations after a civilian complained that an officer in a marked car was driving too fast. More >>Shively police officer on paid leave after complaint about speeding
At 5:26 p.m., firefighters were dispatched to the 2900 block of Virginia Avenue, near Catalpa Street where they found a two-story vacant home fully engulfed in flames, More >>Family displaced after neighboring fire in Louisville's Parkland neighborhood spreads to 2 homes
The closure is set to begin at 6:30 a.m. Saturday. More >>Portion of Mellwood Avenue to close for several hours this weekend
Between May 28 through June 3, Louisville police said 82 vehicles were released from the lot. More >>LMPD: 82 vehicles released from tow lot during third amnesty period
According to the Jefferson County Coroner's Office, that man has been identified as William M. Hines, of Louisville. More >>Authorities identify 21-year-old fatal shooting victim who crashed car into Louisville pool
Jefferson County, Indiana's Emergency Management Director, Troy Morgan, has passed away. More >>Jefferson County, Indiana remembers life of emergency management director
The district set up booths, looking for new ways to reach potential employees, during a career fair on Wednesday. More >>Hardin County Schools hosts career fair in hopes of filling more than 80 vacancies before fall
A single sunburn can increase the risk of developing melanoma, a deadly skin cancer. More >>UofL Health doctor recommends tips to prevent sunburn, skin cancer
Raffle tickets will be sold online until June 24 at 11:59 p.m. More >>Lexington nonprofit raffling off 2 tickets, hotel stay for Taylor Swift concert in Cincinnati
Earlier this year, federal agents arrested four Louisville men: Justin Aubrey, Steven Earnest, Kevin O'Donnell and Alexander Young. More >>'Operation Angel' leads to several indictments against Louisville men for sexual exploitation of children
MADISON, Ind. (WDRB) -- Guests won't be able to swim at Madison's Crystal Beach Pool this summer, but they can watch the construction from a live web camera. More >>CONSTRUCTION | Madison, Indiana's Crystal Beach Pool expected to open Memorial Day 2024
Police were called to the intersection of South 42nd Street and Virginia Avenue shortly after 4 p.m. More >>Police investigating shooting in Louisville's Chickasaw neighborhood
Top educators and lawmakers are reviewing what needs be done to fix the problem. More >>KDE data lays out subjects Kentucky students struggle the most with following pandemic
According to Madison Mayor Bob Courtney, the city has plans for a Dollar General Market to fill a void downtown at 120 East Second Street, locally known as the Ruler building. More >>Dollar General Market expected to open in downtown Madison, Indiana
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Local gangs are no longer just clashing in the streets. More >>Louisville gangs recruiting, encouraging violence on social media
Huber's Orchard and Winery is bringing together wine and canines this weekend. More >>Huber's to raise money for service dogs during 'Wine and Canines' event
Neighbors had been complaining about illegal dumping off the side of the busy South Park Road. More >>Busy Fairdale road prone to illegal dumping cleared Wednesday
Matt Breland attended his 18th Shania Twain concert on June 4 and shared the stage with her after she saw one of his tweets. More >>Louisville man talks about sharing stage with Shania Twain at St. Louis concert
Progress is being made on the $840 million VA medical center. More >>Construction of Louisville's new Veterans Affairs hospital remains on track for 2026
A pivotal moment in Louisville has sparked a conversation to get to the root of violence. More >>ATF agent helps to bring Louisville anti-violence nonprofit program to Nashville
According to court documents, 21-year-old Yussuf Ali was arrested Wednesday. More >>Louisville man charged with attempted murder after shooting in Elliot Park
The surface lot and parking garage typically fill up first. More >>Flying out for summer? Airport officials say to keep these parking tips in mind
A free event for the whole family kicked off Wednesday morning in Floyd County. More >>Floyd County 4-H Fair is free event with rides, animals
The university is now asking students to try out a new room setup. More >>University of Kentucky asking record-setting freshman class to 'TRI-IT' with new housing situation
It's the former site of Sapporo Japanese Grill and Sushi. More >>New Cuban restaurant could soon be opening in downtown Louisville
Taylor was killed by Louisville Metro Police officers during a raid at her apartment in 2020. More >>Breonna Taylor portrait on display at Louisville's Speed Art Museum
Officials said there is no longer a non-essential water use ban. More >>Boil water advisory lifted, state of emergency expires in Brandenburg
Leona Johnson was reported missing after she was seen walking away from the 1400 block of South 6th Street. More >>FOUND | Louisville Police say 64-year-old woman with dementia has been reunited with family
According to a news release, the piglet was born on April 29 to mother, Patrice, and father, Albus. More >>Louisville Zoo celebrates newest addition: a babirusa piglet
In three months, Louisville will celebrate and honor its law enforcement officers. More >>Louisville officials designate September as Law Enforcement Appreciation Month
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Kings Island is opening a new themed area this weekend. More >>Kings Island amusement park opening new themed area this weekend
It would enable to park to acquire more cave passages. More >>Proposed federal bill would expand boundaries of Mammoth Cave National Park
The shooting happened in the 1700 block of South Wheatmore Drive at Watterson Lake Park around 10 p.m., according to police. More >>Man in critical condition after shooting at Watterson Lake Park in Louisville's Jacobs neighborhood
Over the past two weeks, rescue crews have been called out more times than they typically are all summer. More >>Rescue crews issue warning after 3 drownings in 2 weeks at Green River Lake
Police responded to a shooting in the 6500 block of Brook Bend Way, near Cooper Chapel Road and Preston Highway, around 2:30 p.m. More >>Man dies after being shot, driving into pool in south Jefferson County, Louisville police say
Police said it happened around 7:30 p.m. Tuesday in the 1200 block of South 41st Street, near Virginia Avenue. More >>Man hospitalized after shooting in Louisville's Chickasaw neighborhood, police say
The new restaurant, called Decade, officially opened its doors on June 6, serving New American cuisine with Italian and French influences. More >>New restaurant in Louisville's Butchertown neighborhood has ties to closed NuLu restaurant
After seeing piles of trash and debris pile up down the road from her home, a Fairdale neighbor said she's frustrated and tired of it. More >>Upset with illegal dumping, Fairdale neighbor pushes for more mitigation
So far in 2023, there have been more than 70 murders in Louisville. More >>Former Louisville gang member using nonprofit to help city's effort of stopping gun violence
The school district says it's too early to produce records required by policy that show how school safety officers are responding to incidents at schools. More >>Little known about the work of JCPS school safety officers added this year
The Oldham County Police Department is currently installing its own flock cameras, and resource officers hope will help with growing car thefts in the area. More >>La Grange, Oldham County Police Departments roll out flock cameras in hopes to reduce crime
Matt Breland attended his 18th Shania Twain concert on June 4. More >>Louisville man called on stage by Shania Twain during concert in St. Louis
Keith Telesh, 50, pleaded guilty to a charge of murder and was sentenced to 45 years in prison on Tuesday. More >>Milton man who stabbed homeless man in southern Indiana could spend rest of his life in prison
The goal is to empower people in prison to seek a better future after they get out. More >>Simmons College of Kentucky to offer course work to Kentucky Correctional Institution for Women
This story may make your skin crawl. More >>Louisville officials say ticks are out in full force
On Tuesday, Jim Flynn with Kentucky Association of School Superintendents called on lawmakers to review what he said are barriers to better education. More >>Representative of Kentucky superintendents calls for changes to state testing requirements
LMPD's Community Engagement Unit stopped by Layne Elementary to surprise several students with free bicycles and safety gear. More >>Louisville police surprise students with free bicycles in time for summer
The Louisville-area health tech company aims to simplify the paper-laden processes involved with high-cost specialty medications. More >>RxLightning to triple workforce with $17.5 million infusion
Elmer P. Lawrence was serving in the U.S. Navy as Seaman 1st Class when Japanese aircraft attacked Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941. More >>Remains identified as Kentucky man killed during World War II at Pearl Harbor
Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb is visiting Europe on an economic development trip. More >>Indiana governor Eric Holcomb visits Portugal on economic development trip
The veterans were given rides in antique military vehicles. More >>Louisville area World War II veterans honored at Bowman Field on 79th anniversary of D-Day
The Indiana clinic was one of seven abortion clinics in the state and the sole provider in South Bend. More >>Indiana abortion clinic closes amid 'unnecessary' restrictions
Bryce Dunn is planning to perform in the cast of "The Stephen Foster Story," "Songs of Stephen Foster," and "Cinderella" held in Bardstown. More >>Louisville native to perform in Stephen Foster Drama Association Productions this summer
Kia is fighting back against a popular TikTok trend that showed viewers how to steal cars. More >>Kia offering free steering wheel locks to prevent car thefts
Louisville Zoo announced on Tuesday that Olivia, a female guanaco, was struggling with age-related arthritic changes and mobility issues that greatly impacted her quality of life. More >>Louisville Zoo announces death of 'beloved' guanaco
It's Pride Month in the 502, and there are plenty of ways to celebrate. More >>Louisville shows its pride with June celebrations and festivities
Mayor Craig Greenberg made the announcement at the southwest YMCA Tuesday morning. More >>Louisville allocates millions of dollars for early childhood learning programs
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- People have a chance to make their pets a social media influencer. More >>Stella & Chewy's holding national contest for pets to be featured on social media
Lender Equilibrium Capital visited the greenhouse in April and came away with “significant concerns regarding the state of the facility,” according to a document filed in Madison County Circuit Court. More >>AppHarvest faces foreclosure on Richmond, Ky. farm