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Four years later, family still looking for answers to Portland murder
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — "I want my kid back, and that's something I'll ever have. So at this point, I just want justice,” said Jessica Patterson. May 18, 2020 forever changed the lives of those who knew and loved 22-year-old Austin Johnes. Forced to face another year without answers,...
Kentucky appeals court affirms LMPD's decision to fire officer who shot Breonna Taylor
Judges from the Kentucky Court of Appeals upheld Louisville Metro Police's decision to fire the officer who shot and killed Breonna Taylor in a ruling issued Friday. Former detective Myles Cosgrove filed a lawsuit against LMPD after he was fired by former interim Chief Yvette Gentry in January 2021 for violating the department's use-of-force procedures and failing to wear a body camera during the raid at Taylor's apartment in March 2020, The Courier Journal previously reported.
Discover the best of the beaters at the Beatersville Car and Bike Show
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — The 19th Beatersville Car and Bike Show features traditional hot rods and customs. WDRB’s Keith Kaiser got a look at some of these unique rides before Sunday, May 26th. It takes place in Kentucky on the Sunday before Memorial Day each year. The 2024...
VIDEO: Snake slithers onto green at Valhalla, Shelbyville man removes it
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Who let this guy in?. The PGA of America posted a video of an unwanted visitor during the PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club. A large snake made its way onto the second hole of the course. It slithered around, unbothered, as you can see in this video:
'Change Today, Change Tomorrow' launches first-ever West End Farmers Market
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A Black women-led nonprofit has launched a new farmers market in west Louisville, raising awareness for those who go hungry. "Change Today, Change Tomorrow" launched its first-ever West End Farmers Market on Sunday. The market is near 25th and Date streets in the California neighborhood. The...
PGA Shops in Louisville still open Monday with 50% off everything
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The PGA Shops at Valhalla are still open Monday following the 2024 PGA Championship with deep discounts. The store opened at 9 a.m. and will be open until 2 p.m. Officials said they will have 50% off all merchandise. That's right, everything. Video above is from...
Aly Khalifa's injury won't define impact on Louisville basketball as Pat Kelsey era begins
Aly Khalifa was reluctant to give basketball a try as a kid growing up in Alexandria, Egypt. His older sister, Nesma, fell in love with the game first and had to badger him to take the court. ...
Vote for the Louisville-area high school Student of the Week
The three nominees for Courier Journal Student of the Week are described as advanced, inquisitive and phenomenal. Read about them and help select the best of the best. Voting is open until noon Thursday, May 23. You can vote at the bottom of this story. ...
11-year-old rapper spreads positivity through lyrics
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - An 11-year-old aspiring rapper is wasting no time making her dreams come true. Her first single is already playing on local radio stations. Clean Jai believes the music she creates helps people become better versions of themselves. She hasn’t been on the music scene long, but one of her songs already made it to a local radio station.
The West End deserves responsible development with a community focus. OneWest is doing just that.
Decades of lack of investment in Louisville’s West End has led to entrenched inequalities. Vacant and abandoned buildings, deteriorating infrastructure, a lack of commercial services and lower life expectancy are an everyday reality for many of the residents of the nine neighborhoods west of 9th street. However, we are seeing some signs of new...
When is Gazebo Festival? Here's everything to know about Jack Harlow's two-day music festival
Fire up those group texts and grab your frisbees, blankets, hydration packs, and sunscreen. Louisville native Jack Harlow's multi-day outdoor hip hop music event, Gazebo Festival, takes over downtown during Memorial Day weekend. The two-day music festival, held May 25-26 at Louisville's scenic Waterfront Park, 131 River Road, features 26...
Don't Waste Your Money | Fewer remote jobs are available, but some businesses are still hiring
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- The swing to full-time remote work is over, and Forbes reports remote jobs are down 25% this year. Fewer companies are offering remote and part-time remote jobs this year. But some companies are still hiring remote jobs. Keri Shinault started working from home when the COVID-19...
Mt. Washington police clear up misinformation about Louisville Metro police vehicle crash
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - The Mount Washington Police Department is clearing up misinformation reportedly being shared on social media about a crash involving a Louisville Metro Police Department vehicle. Mt. Washington police received a call on Sunday around 1:30 a.m. about a collision at Parkview Avenue and Landis Lane, according...
Lynn Family Stadium in Louisville hosts first-ever Sunday Market
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) --Lynn Family Stadium hosted its first-ever Sunday Market in Louisville on Sunday. The soccer stadium in the Butchertown neighborhood hosted its new Stadium Sunday Market. It is focused on addressing community food insecurities and elevating local businesses. It will be hosted every Sunday through Aug. 18. Vendors...
Kentucky firefighters rescue ducklings trapped in a storm drain
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Kentucky firefighters executed an unusual and adorable rescue mission over the weekend in Shepherdsville. Firefighters with the Zoneton Fire Protection District saved a group of ducklings that were trapped in a drainage trench on Blue Lick Road near John Harper Highway. Crews were able to lower...
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