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Indiana AG drops suit over privacy of girl who traveled for abortion
Indiana's attorney general has dropped a lawsuit that accused the state's largest hospital system of violating patient privacy laws when a doctor told a newspaper that a 10-year-old Ohio girl had traveled to Indiana for an abortion.A federal judge last week approved Attorney General Todd Rokita's request to dismiss his lawsuit, which the Republican had filed last year against Indiana University Health and IU Healthcare Associates, The Indianapolis Star reported.The suit accused the hospital system of violating HIPAA, the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, and a state law, for not protecting patient information in the case of a...
Indiana Women’s Prison maternal health unit runs on charity donations
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Indiana Women’s Prison Maternal Health Unit is run entirely by charity donations. Every item given to new moms living on the unit, including diapers, formula, baby food, and clothes, is a gift. The unit is most in need of the following items: To donate, email Devon Gregory at degregory@idoc.in.gov. Gift cards […]
City of Madison names Former Fire Chief DeVries as Interim Fire Chief
An Incident lead to resignation of Fire Chief Ken Washer. Madison, Indiana (August 15, 2024) –The City of Madison’s Mayor Bob Courtney has recommended Bill DeVries as Interim Fire Chief to Board of Public Works and Safety. DeVries, who currently serves as the City Fire Marshal, is a seasoned veteran of the Madison Fire Department and previously held the position of Fire Chief. He brings a wealth of experience and leadership to the role.
Indiana woman narrowly avoids injury when rebar impales her car on Sherman Minton Bridge
NEW ALBANY, Ind. (WDRB) -- A southern Indiana woman was crossing the Sherman Minton Bridge when rebar hit her car, causing over a thousand dollars in damage. Now the contractor working on the bridge said it isn't responsible for the damage. The steel bar is 18 inches long, and Gail...
Woman shot, killed at apartment in east Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - A woman was killed after she was shot multiple times at an apartment building in east Louisville. Louisville Metro police officers were called on Friday just after 5 a.m. for a shooting in the 2000 block of Liverpool Lane in the Bon Air neighborhood. That’s about three minutes from the intersection of Bardstown Road and Hikes Lane.
'This is where I'm supposed to be' | Beshear says he doesn't intend to take any job in D.C.
FRANKFORT, Ky. — Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear is ending any speculation about his political future following weeks of "veepstakes" mania. The Democrat governor who won re-election last year was among a shortlist of candidates being vetted to be Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate in November's presidential election. Last week, Harris chose Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz for the pick, whom Beshear called "a great friend and a great choice."
LIVE RADAR | Tracking scattered storms in Louisville and southern Indiana
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — More severe weather is moving through the Louisville area early Friday. A WHAS11 Weather Impact Alert Day has been called for Friday due to storm chances and heavy rainfall expected in the area. Plan on isolated to scattered strong storms early Friday morning into the afternoon....
Spooky new coffee shop brewing in Louisville's Clifton neighborhood
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- There's a new coffee shop brewing in Louisville's Clifton neighborhood. Witches Brew Coffee opens Aug. 30 on Frankfort Avenue. The spooky new spot will serve coffee, tea and "spellbinding treats." From 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on opening day, the first 78 customers will get a...
Child was admitted to the ER, appearing chronically ill and needing bIood transfusion, after her mom and dad only gave her a gaIIon of milk a day through a bottle, without any soIid food; charges
Louisville, KY – According to the police officials, the 3-year-old child’s diet reportedly consisted of a gaIIon of milk a day through a bottle without any soIid food. Her parents, later identified as 32-year-old Coddy, and 32-year-old Jaida, are charged with first-degree criminal child abuse. Police officials claim the child’s mom and dad reportedly refused to feed their daughter soIid foods, which eventually led to malnourishment and severe tooth decay.
Louisville lawmaker pulled from committees over alleged inappropriate behavior
State Rep. Daniel Grossberg, a Louisville Democrat who's been accused of inappropriate behavior, has been pulled off his interim committee assignments, according to party officials in Frankfort. In a...
Meet This Black Couple In Louisville Combining Entrepreneurship And Philanthropy
"At West End Gin, our commitment to the Louisville community is more than just a mission—it's our passion,” stated the husband and wife team Dr. Dawn and Stacey Wade. August is National Black Business Month and ESSENCE had a chance to sit down with this dynamic Black-owned creative marketing husband and wife, Dr. Dawn and Stacey Wade, who recently launched West End Gin, a new premium spirit.
Lloyd Expressway back open after crash
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Emergency crews were called to a crash on the Lloyd Expressway over First Avenue. It happened before 8 a.m. Friday. The eastbound lanes were closed at Fulton, but have since reopened. We could see several cars involved in the crash. You can see the area from...
Be Our Guest | Dive into southern flavors at 1816 Modern Kitchen and Drinks
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- WDRB invites you to Be Our Guest at 1816 Modern Kitchen and Drinks!. 1816 Modern Kitchen and Drinks fuses southern classics and Asian flavors together into one place, located in Corydon, IN. The restaurant's head chef has been crafting artistic foods with fresh farm to table...
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