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Louisville police investigating double shooting, carjacking in St. Denis neighborhood
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Louisville Metro Police are investigating after two men were shot in the St. Denis neighborhood Tuesday afternoon, prompting a vehicle pursuit after a victim's car was stolen. Officers were called to the 4900 block of Saddlebrook Lane just after 3 p.m. on multiple reports of a...
Body found near railroad tracks in Russell neighborhood
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - A death investigation is underway in the Russell neighborhood after Louisville police found a body near the railroad tracks Wednesday morning. Police said they were first notified about the body around 11:30 a.m. They responded to the 3100 block of Vermont Avenue in the alley. They said the body was found near the tracks.
'Pretty serious, significant concern': Large hail, possible tornadoes expected starting Tuesday
Strong to severe storms are expected from Tuesday through Thursday in parts of Kentucky, potentially bringing large hail and tornadoes to the region, according to the latest forecast from the National Weather Service of Louisville. Thunderstorms will likely start on Tuesday afternoon in Louisville and continue into the evening. A "squall line" of...
Sellersburg plans Wawa, Quik Trip gas stations near Interstate 65
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Two new gas stations are coming to Sellersburg. Town officials said they will be built near State Road 60 and Interstate 65. A Wawa gas station is expected to built at the intersection of State Road 60 and Appleleaf Lane. And a QuikTrip is coming to...
Southern Indiana residents vote for their government nominees
CLARK COUNTY, Ind. — On Tuesday, Indiana residents were ready to select their nominees for several government seats to be decided this November. From local representatives to President of the United States, several major races are on the ballot. There are six Republicans and one Democrat vying for the...
This popular food chain is opening a new Louisville location. Check out where
Description: A new Taco Bell location is expected to open in July in Louisville's Clifton Heights, according to a release from Taco Bell Franchisee Southpaw / ABTB LLC. The new location will have kiosks, along with walk-up and drive-thru windows. The latter will have a digital menu board and an electronic ordering system, according to the release.
Discount building supply store Home Outlet holding grand opening on Outer Loop in Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A new discount building supply retailer is opening in Louisville this week. Home Outlet will hold its grand opening on Thursday at 4170 Outer Loop in Okolona. The store offers flooring, cabinetry, plumbing, door and window products at low prices. Products in the store and online will be eligible for 20% off during a grand opening event from Thursday through Saturday, but there will be a few exclusions.
Police officers who died in the line of duty remembered at annual ceremony in Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Louisville remembered the lives of fallen officers who gave their lives in the line of duty. On Wednesday, police officers and city leaders gathered at Jefferson Square Park in downtown Louisville for the annual Louisville-Jefferson County Fallen Officer Memorial. The service was led by Louisville Metro Department of Corrections FOP Lodge No. 77 and eight lodges of the Fraternal Order of Police in Jefferson County.
Man dies after shooting at Norfolk Acres Park, LMPD investigating
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A man is dead after he was shot Wednesday afternoon at Norfolk Acres Park in Louisville. Louisville Metro Police (LMPD) responded to a call of a shooting in the 4300 block of Coram Way around 3:30 p.m. That's near the Buechel neighborhood. When officers arrived, they...
New Albany business serves thousands of charcuterie boards at the Kentucky Derby
NEW ALBANY, In. (WDRB) -- New Albany based Board and You hit big at the Kentucky Derby with its biggest business deal yet. The custom charcuterie company made 7,100 graze boxes and 500 charcuterie boxes in various sizes to serve to horse trainers, owners, Millionaires Row and various suites at the track.
Severe weather moving through Central Kentucky, Southern Indiana this week
The National Weather Service in Louisville is asking people to be on high alert for severe weather Tuesday, with the most concerning storms expected to arrive after 4 p.m. Ground-soaking rain began moving through the area Tuesday morning. Multiple rounds of strong to severe storms are expected to follow in the afternoon and into night, with additional storm fronts expected Wednesday.
Homeless camp near I-264 overpass given 24-hour notice to relocate; city explains why
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Notices to clear homeless camps in Louisville can very substantially from location to location. According to the city's Homeless Services Division, that timeframe can range anywhere from a day to three weeks. In the case of the encampment underneath the I-264 overpass near Durrett Lane, people...
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