LMPD Chief Paul Humphrey disputed the inspector general's conclusion in an interview with WDRB. Read moreLMPD searches Black drivers at more than twice the rate of white drivers, internal data shows
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear will begin a 13-stop book tour next month starting in Lexington, ending in Louisville and visiting several other states in between. Read moreBeshear announces 13-stop tour promoting his new book, 'Go and Do Likewise'
The bus hotline for Jefferson County Public Schools families is officially live ahead of the new school year. Read moreJCPS launches 485-RIDE bus hotline ahead of new school year
The cameras, which capture images of license plates and vehicle characteristics, are increasingly used by law enforcement agencies across Kentucky and the country. Read moreMassie plans to file bill to withhold money from cities, police departments that use Flock cameras
The U.S. Department of Energy is harnessing the artificial intelligence boom in its bid to convert another Cold War-era uranium enrichment site. It says it says a $100 billion data center complex will include its own new natural gas and battery storage power plant in Kentucky. Investment firm Brookfield Asset Management was selected by the department to develop and operate the data center project at the government-owned Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant. The department announced a similar project at its Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plant in Ohio. Both are undergoing extensive cleanup after decades of fueling the nation’s nuclear weapons and power plants. Florida-based NextEra Energy will build and own the power plant. Read moreFederal government to turn a Kentucky uranium plant into an AI data center and gas power complex
In a news release Wednesday, Churchill Downs said three projects are now set to be completed ahead of the next two iterations of the Kentucky Derby. Read moreChurchill Downs announces new plans for 3 projects, including 1st turn and infield renovations
Her family said Bukirwa has sickle cell disease and spent nearly a week without her prescribed medication. They warned her condition could quickly become life-threatening without proper treatment. Read moreWoman detained by ICE at Louisville airport says she was denied lifesaving sickle cell medication
Crews were called to Long Run Park around 12:46 p.m. on a report of a person who fell out of a canoe or kayak. Read moreBody recovered after search for person who fell out of boat at east Louisville park
Thomas Czartorski was charged with two counts of using unreasonable force for beating and tasing several people without reason for several years. Read moreFormer Kentucky State Police trooper pleads guilty in federal court for civil rights violations
LMPD Chief Paul Humphrey disputed the inspector general's conclusion in an interview with WDRB. Read moreLMPD searches Black drivers at more than twice the rate of white drivers, internal data shows
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear will begin a 13-stop book tour next month starting in Lexington, ending in Louisville and visiting several other states in between. Read moreBeshear announces 13-stop tour promoting his new book, 'Go and Do Likewise'
The bus hotline for Jefferson County Public Schools families is officially live ahead of the new school year. Read moreJCPS launches 485-RIDE bus hotline ahead of new school year
The cameras, which capture images of license plates and vehicle characteristics, are increasingly used by law enforcement agencies across Kentucky and the country. Read moreMassie plans to file bill to withhold money from cities, police departments that use Flock cameras
The U.S. Department of Energy is harnessing the artificial intelligence boom in its bid to convert another Cold War-era uranium enrichment site. It says it says a $100 billion data center complex will include its own new natural gas and battery storage power plant in Kentucky. Investment firm Brookfield Asset Management was selected by the department to develop and operate the data center project at the government-owned Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant. The department announced a similar project at its Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plant in Ohio. Both are undergoing extensive cleanup after decades of fueling the nation’s nuclear weapons and power plants. Florida-based NextEra Energy will build and own the power plant. Read moreFederal government to turn a Kentucky uranium plant into an AI data center and gas power complex
Her family said Bukirwa has sickle cell disease and spent nearly a week without her prescribed medication. They warned her condition could quickly become life-threatening without proper treatment. Read moreWoman detained by ICE at Louisville airport says she was denied lifesaving sickle cell medication
Crews were called to Long Run Park around 12:46 p.m. on a report of a person who fell out of a canoe or kayak. Read moreBody recovered after search for person who fell out of boat at east Louisville park
Thomas Czartorski was charged with two counts of using unreasonable force for beating and tasing several people without reason for several years. Read moreFormer Kentucky State Police trooper pleads guilty in federal court for civil rights violations
The district said the new rule is meant to address safety concerns, but some parents question the timing and whether the ban is necessary. Read moreHardin County Schools bans metal and glass water bottles for new school year
Here are a selection of events, markets, concerts and more happening this weekend. Read more5 things to do in the Louisville area the weekend of July 31 to Aug. 2
A second $50,000-winning Powerball ticket was sold online through the Kentucky Lottery this week. Read more2nd $50K Powerball ticket sold online in Kentucky this week
JCPS celebrates 10 years of Academies of Louisville, connecting students with careers, college credits and local employers. Read moreJCPS celebrates 10 years of connecting students with careers through Academies of Louisville
The organization said several factors are driving the shortage. Read moreAmerican Red Cross declares 2nd-ever national blood emergency
Led by conductor Ahmed Alom, the concert will celebrate the musical traditions of Cuba. The multicultural program combines Cuban rumba with jazz, timba and other contemporary influences. Read moreLouisville Orchestra opening season with free concert at Iroquois Amphitheater
After 80 years, DNA technology identified Kentucky WWII soldier Mike Raymond McDowell, who was finally laid to rest. Read moreKentucky World War II soldier comes home 82 years after his death
A suspect is in custody after Jeffersonville police said an overnight stabbing was followed by a hours-long barricade at a home on East 8th Street. Read moreJeffersonville police arrest barricaded suspect after overnight stabbing
There are no known suspects at this time. Read moreMan shot in Louisville's Shelby Park neighborhood, LMPD says
LMPD said his injuries appear to be non-life-threatening. Read moreMan shot in Louisville's Russell neighborhood, LMPD says
Seven years after a Louisville woman was murdered, her family gathered for a memorial walk Wednesday night to raise awareness for domestic violence. Read moreFamily honors Louisville woman murdered 7 years ago with memorial walk
A Louisville man faces 75 years in federal prison after being sentenced Tuesday on nine child exploitation convictions. Read moreLouisville man sentenced to 75 years in federal prison for child exploitation crimes
Crestwood nurse sentenced to federal prison for stealing pain medication from seriously ill patients
Crestwood nurse sentenced after stealing pain medication from seriously ill patients, leaving them with diluted medication. Read moreCrestwood nurse sentenced to federal prison for stealing pain medication from seriously ill patients
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Penn Run Golf Course sold for $6.25 million, making way for 422 new homes in Shepherdsville. Read morePenn Run Golf Course sold for $6.25M as 422-home development planned
COCOS HOUSË will open at 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, on Baxter Avenue. Read moreNew nightclub COCOS HOUSË to open this weekend near Louisville's Highlands neighborhood
Back-to-school shoppers expect to spend about $611 this year — roughly $130 less than last year — according to a new NerdWallet report. Read moreFamilies plan to spend $130 less on back-to-school shopping this year, report finds
A Louisville-based piping solutions provider officially opened its new multimillion-dollar manufacturing facility in Riverport this week. Read moreLouisville-based ISCO Industries opens new $12.75 million Riverport facility
It's a common complaint heard all the time: prices for just about everything are expensive. Read moreHow some retailers inflate original prices to create fake discounts
C-S PowerTech opens Jeffersonville solar cell factory, creating 1,200 jobs and expanding clean energy manufacturing. Read moreNew solar factory opens, expanding clean energy manufacturing in Jeffersonville
WDRB's Dalton Godbey found in this week's episode of Crossroads that that pride is found year-round at Schnitzelbank Restaurant. Read moreCrossroads | People prepare to crowd the streets of Jasper for the town's German heritage at Strassenfest
WDRB's Dalton Godbey takes us to Kart Kountry in this week's episode of Crossroads. Read moreCrossroads | Take a spin on the largest go-kart track in the world in Bullitt County
In this week’s Crossroads, Dalton Godbey shows us the way things used to be at Conner Prairie in Hamilton County, Indiana. Read moreCrossroads | Dalton Godbey experiences a different way of life just outside Indianapolis