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Curious George: Spencer County EMS goes on monkey rescue mission
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – A medical run turns into a monkey rescue mission for EMS in Spencer County. Luce Fire Territory, Spencer County EMS and Spencer County Sheriff’s Department were called on a medical run and discover the patient’s monkey had gotten loose. The monkey was said to have scaled the building and could not […]
Pilot program for pop-up testing for driver’s licenses launched in 5 counties
FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) – The Kentucky State Police (KSP) announced on Thursday a pilot program is being launched in Barren, Grant, Marion, Oldham and Perry counties next week to provide easier access to young Kentuckians wishing to obtain their driver’s license. In April, lawmakers overwhelmingly passed, and Gov....
Middletown Family Fun Fest returning Sept. 6-7 in Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- The Middletown Family Fun Fest will return to Louisville in September. The two-day festival starts on Sept. 6. There will be live music, a parade, dog show, fireworks and more. It is the 52nd year for the event. Organizers said it will be bigger and better...
Eminence pharmacy ordered to stop compounding medications after 3 children hospitalized
EMINENCE, Ky. (WAVE) - The Kentucky Board of Pharmacy has issued an order than a Henry County pharmacy stop compounding and dispensing compounded medications after three children had an adverse reaction to bad medication. The KYBOP investigated Med Save Pharmacy in Eminence after an alleged medication error led to the...
Shelby Co KY Black Trailblazers
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Shelby County Tourism’s President & CEO Janette Marson joins Dawne Gee to highlight the Kentucky Black Trailblazers Exhibition. 19 locations across Louisville and Shelby, Oldham, Nelson, Bullitt, and Hardin Counties. For More Information Visit: www.kentuckyblacktrailblazers.com.
Case of travel-related ‘sloth fever’ reported in Jefferson County
LOUISVILLE — The Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness (LMPHW) in partnership with the Kentucky Department for Public Health (KDPH) and Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has confirmed a Jefferson County resident who recently traveled from Cuba was diagnosed with the Oropouche virus infection. The infected person...
Investigation ongoing into 'alleged medication error' at Med Save Pharmacy in Eminence
EMINENCE, Ky. (WDRB) -- The investigation to an "alleged medication error" continues in Henry County. In an emergency called meeting on Aug. 28, the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy ordered Med Save Pharmacy in Eminence to "cease all compounding and dispensing of compounded medications." The order was signed by the pharmacy that day and is in effect.
Jeffersontown celebrates WWII veteran's 100th birthday with proclamation
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Jeffersontown celebrated a major milestone for a local World War II veteran on Wednesday. Virgil "Rop" Roppel just turned 100 years old. The St. Matthews native joined the Navy when he was just 17. He is also the co-founder of Roppel Radiator, now known as Roppel...
Are Kentuckians generous? Here's which counties were the most generous in 2023
Are Kentuckians generous? A new study released by SmartAsset, a financial technology company, recently looked at how generous Kentuckians are based on charitable contributions. A county-by-county breakdown showed there are some truly generous people in Kentucky. SmartAsset found Oldham County ranked first in the state for its generosity, securing the top spot for two consecutive...
Yearlings Club holds conversation about equity in JCPS transportation
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — The Yearlings Club hosted a conversation Thursday evening about equity in Jefferson County Public Schools' transportation. School board members, lawmakers and other stakeholders attended. The focus was on the impact of transportation cuts on JCPS families, especially those who live in west Louisville. Board member...
Kentucky secretary of state certifies vacancy in Kulkarni race, parties to pick nominees
The Louisville Democratic Party is expected to choose a general election replacement in the Kentucky House District 40 race Friday evening, though legal questions remain.
Cutting Costs & Improving Light at Louisville Library: Case Study
As the third new regional library for the City of Louisville, the project team faced the challenge of creating a more cost and energy-efficient building than the first two while maintaining ample daylighting within the space. Results:. Integrating 53 Solatube tubular daylighting devices (TDDs) reduced energy consumption and maximized natural...
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