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Louisville woman loses everything after vacant house catches fire next door; 'I have absolutely nothing.'
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Smoke could be seen for miles on Tuesday evening after a vacant property in the heart of Portland neighborhood's historic center of town, next to one of Louisville's oldest family-owned businesses, Shaheen's. Although a spokesperson for the business said it only sustained damage to a storage...
First case of Oropouche virus reported in Jefferson County
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Louisville health officials announced Wednesday the first case of travel-related Oropouche virus was reported in Jefferson County. The Louisville Metro Department of Public Health (LMPHW) in partnership with the Kentucky Department for Public Health (KDPH) and Centers for Disease Control (CDC) confirmed a Jefferson County resident who recently traveled from Cuba was diagnosed with the virus.
Kentucky's mosquito season is getting longer. See how many more days in your area
Cities in Kentucky and neighboring states are seeing more warm, humid days suitable for mosquitoes each year, bringing a heightened risk of disease to the region. Louisville’s mosquito season increased by an average of 16 days from 1979-2022, according to data and analysis from Climate Central and gridMET. Other cities across the Ohio River Valley saw...
LMPD investigates police shooting in Southern Louisville near Fairdale
Louisville Metro Police is conducting a “critical investigation” after a police shooting outside a Walmart pharmacy Wednesday afternoon near Fairdale, officials confirmed. LMPD Interim Chief Paul Humphrey, said at around 12:15 p.m., an armed suspect was shot by an officer after attempting to carjack a woman in the pharmacy drive-thru. ...
Louisville pastor, civil rights leader Rev. Dr. Charles Kirby dies at 96
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A local civil rights leader and prominent Louisville pastor has died. Rev. Dr. Charles Kirby, who founded Southern Star Baptist Church in 1955, died at the age of 96 on Monday at his home, according to an obituary. Kirby is remembered for his role in the...
'Not our agenda': Lawmaker denies plans to split up JCPS through state-led task force
The purpose behind the controversial task force designed by the General Assembly to probe the state's largest school system was debated Tuesday night among Jefferson County Public Schools teachers, parents, students and lawmakers at a lengthy meeting held inside Central High School. At the meeting designated for public input, over two dozen...
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....
Labor Day kicks off Thursday
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - With Labor Day travel starting Thursday, sources say gas prices are lower than in 2023. According to AAA and GasBuddy.com, Kentucky gas prices are at a state average of $3.10 per gallon, down 45 cents from last year and 26 cents below the national average. While...
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...
BOYS’ TENNIS: Dragons down Pioneers
DRAGONS DEFEAT PIONEERS CLARKSVILLE — Visiting Silver Creek downed Providence 4-1 Tuesday afternoon. Camden Smith led the way for the Dragons with a 6-4, 7-6 (7-5) win over Zachary Popson at No. 1 singles. At No. 3, Ledger Cissell defeated Hunter Acra 6-1, 6-0. In doubles, Cohen Cissell and Mason Chanley downed Luke Banet and Foster Nash 6-4, 6-2 at No. 1 while Austin Franklin and Brady Clift defeated Griffin Rodski and Cooper Nash 6-2, 6-2 at No. 2. The Pioneers' lone point came at No. 2 singles, where Harrison Folz outlasted Riley Clift 6-4, 6-4. . SILVER CREEK 4,...
The Massive Fireball That Was Reported in 12 States First Appeared Over Kentucky
12 states, including Kentucky, saw a massive fireball light up the night sky, did you see it?. When you watch the videos (posted below) of the massive fireball lighting up the night sky over Kentucky, it looks like something otherworldly. Seeing shooting stars are one thing, but for security cameras to pick up this fireball because it was so bright is another. Folks in 12 different states reported seeing the fireball in the sky.
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