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'Came out of nowhere': EF-1 tornado strikes West End of Louisville ahead of July 4th party
One minute on the Fourth of July. That's how long it took a neighborhood in Louisville's West End to be damaged by an EF-1 tornado that touched down without any warning. Lashonda Arthur Petty, 47, and her family — her dad, 9-year-old daughter and boyfriend — were getting ready to host an Independence Day party for about 60 people. Before guests could arrive it got cloudy; the sky got dark and she could see through her door when the tornado touched down.
Meidinger Tower in downtown Louisville defaults on loan, enters receivership
One of the largest downtown office towers in Louisville is in financial trouble and is now under court-appointed control. The owner of the Meidinger Tower at 462 S. Fourth St. defaulted on its loan in November 2023 and owes its lender about $30.3 million, according to a lawsuit filed in early June in Jefferson Circuit Court. ...
Reed Sheppard becomes the highest-drafted player to play at UK and be from Kentucky
Heading into last season, the Kentucky Wildcats had plenty of hype surrounding another No. 1 recruiting class. Of that class, only two players heard their name called at the NBA Draft last week, with Reed Sheppard leading the way, hearing his name called at No. 3 overall to the Houston Rockets.
New Treatment in Paducah Fights Alzheimer’s Disease
Stepping up to make a difference in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease, Mercy Health – Paducah Neurology in our Paducah market launched a breakthrough treatment, offering a new approach to slowing its progression. Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia, inflicts detrimental changes in the brain, leading...
Louisville basketball, Jeff Walz flipped script to assemble No. 6 preps recruiting class
Jeff Walz hasn't had many problems securing some of the country's top high school girls basketball prospects. For 15 straight years, the Louisville women’s basketball coach signed at least one player from espnW HoopGurlz Top 100. The highest recruit during that time was Asia “AD” Durr, who was the country’s No. 2 player in the 2015 recruiting class.
Silver Alert Declared for Missing Hoosier Family
STATEWIDE — You have probably seen Silver Alerts for missing Hoosiers, but one has now been declared for an entire family. Indy Metro Police need your help locating the Terrells, who have been missing since Thursday afternoon. They say 4-year-old girl Frankie, 3-year-old girl Queen, and 1-year-old boy King were last seen with their parents, […] The post Silver Alert Declared for Missing Hoosier Family appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
One Dead and Seven Injured in Kentucky Nightclub Shooting
A tragic incident occurred outside the H20 Lounge in Kentucky early Tuesday morning, resulting in the death of one individual and leaving seven others wounded. First responders arrived at the scene at 12:47 a.m., where they found two people with gunshot wounds, as reported by the Louisville Police Metro Department.
How Reed Sheppard’s success impacts North Laurel
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (WYMT) - Kentucky basketball star and Laurel County native Reed Sheppard was selected third overall in the 2024 NBA Draft. While his basketball career is taking him to Houston, Sheppard’s success continues to impact North Laurel High School, where he played. North Laurel Boys’ Basketball Head...
VIDEO – Grant Snider on Hoppers Taking Advantage of Opportunities
Grant Snider had a pair of hits and two RBI in the Hoptown Hoppers’ 6-4 win over Paducah on Wednesday. It was the fifth multi-hit game of the season for the Hoppers shortstop who said in this YSE interview the win came due to taking advantage of late chances.
Lexington’s African American Cemetery Celebrates Release of New Isaac Murphy Book by Noted Author
Championing History: Lexington’s African American Cemetery Hosts Author of New Isaac Murphy Book. Lexington’s African Cemetery No. 2 opened its historic gates on July 7, welcoming esteemed author Dr. Katherine Mooney for a significant book event. Her newest title, “Isaac Murphy: The Rise and Fall of a Black Jockey,” intrigued with its nuanced exploration of 19th-century American history, horses, and one man’s unique journey.
Downtown Lexington Enlivened by Festive Parade Celebrating Community and Heritage
Lexington, the heart of Kentucky, always known for its comfort charm and southern hospitality, took festivity to a new level with a vibrant parade on downtown Main Street. With a blend of tradition and modern celebrations, this community experience was brought to life by the notable presence of Sydney St. Claire.
Evansville authorities investigate deadly Independence Day crash
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — Evansville Police continue investigating a deadly crash on Independence Day. Officers responded to an SUV accident at the intersection of Fulton Avenue and Florida Street that killed a man and a woman around 8:30 on July 4. Eyewitness News is told a driver was heading northbound on Fulton Avenue when it […]
Kentucky weather tomorrow: Summer-like day Sunday
LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — After a beautiful Saturday, we can expect to see the same on Sunday with the only difference being increased heat. Tonight expect mostly clear skies with low temperatures in the 60s. Sunday will be another beautiful day with plenty of sunshine. Temperatures climb to...
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