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Louisville Metro Animal Services facing overcapacity, could euthanize 600 dogs in 2024
When a pet owner in Louisville fails to contain their dog, either by losing or abandoning them, the consequences can be grim — not only for the stray dog but also for dogs occupying kennels at the Louisville Metro Animal Services. Once a dog is taken to the animal shelter, that dog could very likely put other dogs at immediate risk of euthanasia. ...
Savannah Bananas' Louisville visit brings Lexington native back to Kentucky
Bryson Bloomer’s last two years at Murray State weren’t as enjoyable as he’d hoped. Injuries plagued him, and his final days as a baseball player were looming as the 2022 season wrapped up — or so he thought. While at Murray State, the Lexington native began playing with the Savannah Bananas in the...
Evansville burglary results in $2,100 loss for bait and tackle store
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – An Evansville bait and tackle store saw a $2,100 loss after a burglary. Officials with the Evansville Police Department say a store employee at Smiths Bait & Tackle Shop on East Morgan Avenue was opening the store when they saw the cash register open and the coin drawer missing. They then […]
Beshear becomes Harris’s top attack dog against Vance
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear (D) has become the top attack dog for Vice President Harris, the likely Democratic presidential nominee, against GOP vice presidential nominee Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio), ripping his regional rival as a “phony” and not “one of us.” The barbs between Beshear and Vance, a rising GOP star recently chosen as former President…
Indiana Law Enforcement Warns of Latest Phone Scam
Another Day. Another Scam. It seems the more technologically advanced we get as a society, the easier it becomes for those with ill intent to prey on their victims and the latest warning from one Indiana law enforcement agencies in and around Evansville are alerting residents to the latest scam.
Louisville police fatally shoot man with knife in SW Louisville after tasers were ineffective
LOUSIVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A man was shot and killed by Louisville Metro Police officers Thursday night in southwest Louisville. According to LMPD Interim Chief Paul Humphrey, a trouble call came in about 9:30 p.m. Thursday to the 6600 block of Eagle Wood Drive, which is off Dixie Highway and Moorman Road, not far from the Gene Snyder Freeway.
Caesars Southern Indiana to combine bourbon, boxing during title fight event this fall
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — Caesars Southern Indiana is combining boxing and bourbon this fall with a title fight event. Bourbon and Boxing is a black-tie event that will feature boxing matches and premium bourbon tastings. "Think about the greatest heavyweight of all time was from Louisville. The great Muhammad...
Actor John Schneider’s Marriage to Dee Dee Sorvino Leaves Indiana Woman Triggered
Last month I shared the exciting news that actor John Schneider had found love in Indiana. Little did I know the stress, anxiety, and drama that this actor's love life would cause little ole me. I feel like you need the backstory about this craziness because it is one of...
Police say body found in abandoned Evansville house
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — Police say a death investigation is underway after a person was found dead in an abandoned house. Dispatch says the call came in as a “suspicious circumstance” in the 1000 block of North 5th Avenue just before 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Police say the deceased has been identified, but their name […]
Louisville police fatally shoot man with knife in SW Louisville after tasers were ineffective
LOUSIVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A man was shot and killed by Louisville Metro Police officers Thursday night in southwest Louisville. According to LMPD Interim Chief Paul Humphrey, a trouble call came in about 9:30 p.m. Thursday to the 6600 block of Eagle Wood Drive, which is off Dixie Highway and Moorman Road, not far from the Gene Snyder Freeway.
Rightsizing project begins on Brownsboro Road, Mellwood Avenue in Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A resurfacing and rightsizing project has begun on Brownsboro Road and Mellwood Avenue in Louisville. The project will reconfigure a block of Mellwood Avenue between Frankfort Avenue and Brownsboro Road from three lanes with one-way eastbound traffic, to two-way traffic, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet said in a news release on Thursday.
Louisville-area girls golfers' 2024 high school season underway. Here are 10 best
After ending a six-year championship drought in 2023, the Sacred Heart Academy golf team looks primed to repeat in 2024. The Valkyries return four of their top five golfers from last year with seniors Emma Lindemoen and Charly Garner, junior Brooklynn Bohnert and sophomore Keira Yun. ...
Brooklyn Clements Chooses University of Louisville Cheerleading Over Top Programs
Brooklyn Clements, a Bullitt East senior, chose to join the University of Louisville's cheerleading program over other top college offers, including Alabama and Kentucky. Clements will be transitioning from Bullitt East's cheerleading and track programs to the Louisville team. Her gymnastic background, specifically in pole vault, contributed to her success...
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