Here is a list of Louisville or southern Indiana natives who passed away in 2025, listed in order of their deaths.
The banners already hang in the rafters. But Saturday afternoon, Louisville will pause to honor one man whose quiet excellence helped make them possible. And one team that helped gather the momentum.
UofL men’s basketball will honor Junior Bridgeman and the 1975 Final Four team at halftime Saturday, including a jersey retirement and giveaways.
The project is funded by a $100,000 grant from PNC, honoring late Louisville businessman and philanthropist Junior Bridgeman.
Junior Bridgeman, one of Louisville basketball’s most celebrated players, will have his No. 10 jersey retired on Dec. 13 during the Cardinals’ home game against Memphis.
Rick Bozich shares five letters from readers reacting to last week's column about Louisville and Indianapolis.
Family members, friends and former basketball University of Louisville teammates poured out their loving memories during a celebration of Junior Bridgeman’s remarkable life.
I don’t remember why I needed to interview Junior Bridgeman. I only remember that I did.
Bridgeman collapsed at a luncheon for the Lincoln Heritage Council of the Boy Scouts of America.