The line was wrapped around Shawnee High School for Hope for the Holidays, hosted by the Hope Buss. There was food, presents for the whole family and a gaming truck outside for children to play.
Plans for a "Community Care Campus" were announced in January at a site near old Louisville at Brook and Breckenridge Streets.
The arrival of the holiday season is typically a precursor to frigid temperatures, news that changes things for those living on the streets of Louisville.
The Foundation provides grants for nonprofits that are nominated by local KFC restaurants.Â
The Safe Outdoor Space will provide space for no more than 60 homeless people and their pets.
Antwone Green, an employee with Louisville's nonprofit "The Hope Buss" was gifted a car this week. He's been without one for more than a year.
Mayor Greg Fischer said the city has worked for months to enact reform in the wake of Breonna Taylor's death at the hands of Louisville Metro Police officers, and the oversight that comes with civilian review is "essential to democracy in our city."
The two candidates who had faced scrutiny were confirmed in 15-10 votes.
The two nominees face a make-or-break confirmation vote on Thursday.
An architect, a pastor, and a JCPS bus driver have all been tapped to serve.