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Man charged with attempted murder in St. Matthews shooting, waiving assault rifle on Frankfort Avenue, police say
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A man was arrested Friday in connection to a shooting in the parking lot of a shopping center on Breckenridge Lane in St. Matthews. Officers responded to the parking lot of Books-A-Million in the 900 block of Breckenridge Lane around 5:30 p.m. for an altercation between a man and a woman, according to St. Matthews Police Chief Barry Wilkerson.
People encouraged to bicycle to work in Louisville on Monday
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- People in Louisville are encouraged to bicycle to work on Monday. It was originally scheduled for last week, but bad weather caused it to be postponed to Monday. There will be group rides from Iroquois, Shawnee, George Rogers Clark and Seneca parks. Bicyclists will leave around...
Don't judge LMPD for arresting Scottie Scheffler yet. We don't have all the facts.
Scottie Scheffler clearly thinks he is above the law. His statement shows no remorse and admittance of wrong doing. He should have to at least apologize and compensate the officer. Unite behind our LMPD (although I currently live in Minnesota) —Jeanette Holly, 56353. Scheffler’s arrest isn’t surprising.Look at Louisville Metro...
22-year-old man killed in Shively apartment shooting identified by coroner
SHIVELY, Ky. — The Jefferson County Coroner's Office has identified the man who was shot and killed at a Shively apartment in April. Louisville Metro Police Department responded to the 1800 block of Appleton Lane on April 15 about a shooting. Watch our previous coverage in the player above.
Warm & Dry Heading Into Next Week
Besides a handful of pop-up showers, today has been dry for a large majority of the region. It has also been a little warm. Highs topped out in the upper 70s and low 80s as expected, but now it's time to really turn on the heat!. The last day of...
Springfest in Old Louisville brings people to Toonerville Trolley Park
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- People in Old Louisville celebrated spring during an annual festival on Saturday. Springfest was held at Toonerville Trolley Park on South Brook Street. It is hosted annually by the Toonerville Trolley Neighborhood Association. Local vendors had goods for sale and there was live music at the...
Louisville mother working hard to build accessible playground for her son, all children
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A Louisville mother is working hard to create an inclusive play space for all children. Her inspiration is her son Luke. “Luke is a 4-year-old boy he's got a lot of energy. He likes to run around and play with his friends and play cars,” Sarah Medson said.
New Hometown Hero banner honors late Louisville musician Stephen 'Static Major' Garrett
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Another Louisville legend has now been honored with a Hometown Hero banner. Stephen “Static Major” Garrett is the newest member to join the famous faces across the city. The late Grammy award-award winning singer, songwriter and producer was a member of the Louisville-based R&B...
Sunday PGA weather: Sunny and warm for the final round
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Grab the sunscreen! We're expecting a sunny and very warm final round of the PGA Championship on Sunday. There's a chance for a little bit of early morning fog but it shouldn't be as dense or as widespread as it was on Saturday morning. Overall, it will be a sunny and warm day with light winds.
Louisville nonprofit celebrates 10th anniversary with groundbreaking for new center in Portland
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A free local music program celebrated its 10th anniversary by giving young people a new space to share their creativity while focusing on their futures. On Saturday, AMPED held a groundbreaking for its new 12,000 square foot Russell Station Tech and Learning Center on West Market...
PGA Championship 2024: Johnson Wagner suffers shanks again on live TV, continues to be hero that golf needs
LOUISVILLE — Felix Adler once wrote, “The hero is one who kindles a great light in the world, who sets up blazing torches in the dark streets of life for men to see by.” Adler penned this in 1905, but it’s clear he was prophesying about a man who would one day come when golf was short on hope.
New Chapel Fire loses $1.4 million annual contract as Jamey Noel fallout continues
FLOYD COUNTY, Ind. — The local government body that oversees fire protection in the unincorporated parts of New Albany Township voted unanimously Thursday night to end its contract with New Chapel Fire. Jamey Noel, the former Clark County Sheriff who is facing 25 felonies, ran the organization and others with similar names for 20 years.
Walk-a-thon raises funds for Louisville nonprofit supporting therapy pets
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- There was a fundraiser in Louisville for four-legged friends on Sunday. WAGS Pet Therapy of Kentucky hosted Walk, Wiggle and WAGS Pets and People walk-a-thon at Broad Run Park on Bardstown Road in southeast Jefferson County. There were activities and vendors for owners and their pets, along with raffle tickets.
Daily Briefing: What to know ahead of the Kentucky Primary election
Good morning, Louisville! It's Sunday again, which means it's time to take a look back at what's been happening this past week. Today, we can expect a mostly sunny day with a high of 86. What to know for this week:. It's primary election season in the Bluegrass State, with...
Community says violence is 'getting out of hand' after man fatally shot in Newburg
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A little after 9 p.m. on Thursday night is when police found a man dead at a park gazebo in Newburg. People that call this area home say the violence is getting out of hand. “It’s sad. It’s getting scary out here,” said resident Alan Grady....
Want to join Valhalla Golf Club? Here’s what it will cost
If you’re hoping to gain entry to Valhalla, the eternal resting place of Norse mythology, you’ll need to die valiantly in battle. That’s one of the rules. For access to that other Valhalla, in Louisville, Ky., where the PGA Championship is taking place this week, a different form of payment is required.
How are historic landmarks designated in Louisville? Everything to know
Louisville is home to dozens of landmarks, but how does the city decide what is deserving of the honor?. Designations made by the Metro Historic Landmarks and Preservation Districts Commission are different than those made by the Kentucky Historical Society through the Historical Marker Program, but more than 90 landmarks are designated as historic in Louisville, including library branches, Louisville Metro buildings and even the Belle of Louisville.
Honoring Jefferson County's emergency medical services personnel
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — In honor of Louisville/Jefferson County's Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel, Mayor Craig Greenberg, D-Louisville, is recognizing May 19-25 as EMS Week, with the theme "Honoring our past. Forging our future." “The theme of ‘Honoring our past. Forging our future.’ reminds us to acknowledge the foundational work...
Rory McIlroy’s strange week comes to close at PGA Championship
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – A week that began with promise ended quietly and earlier than expected with a closing 67 and another missed opportunity at a major for Rory McIlroy. Fresh off his come-from-behind victory last Sunday at the Wells Fargo Championship and returning to a course where he won his last major, McIlroy started tournament week on a strange and somber note when news surfaced that he and his wife, Erica Stoll, had filed for a divorce Monday in a South Florida court after seven years of marriage.
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