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Proposed Jeffersontown smoke shop shot down by city
A proposed smoke shop has been prohibited from opening near Jeffersontown's Gaslight Square, with a Jeffersontown government employee saying the location violates a new city ordinance. Trippy's, a Louisville-based smoke shop specializing in CBD products, vaping devices and other smoking supplies, received a license from Louisville Metro Government to sell tobacco products at 10305 Taylorsville Road in June. ...
Louisville employee gave herself illegal work bonuses: Cosmetic surgery and trip to Aruba
A Louisville construction company employee gave herself some unauthorized bonuses − cosmetic surgery, a shopping spree, airfare and a vacation to an upscale beachside resort in Aruba. Amy D. Hall's purchases for herself and her boyfriend topped a quarter of a million dollars and were paid for on the company's dime − but without the company's permission. ...
Animal shelter breaks ground in Shepherdsville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Bullitt County will soon have a new facility dedicated to animals who need help. Friday, officials broke ground on a new 7,500-square-foot animal control building and shelter. It’s on Preston Highway, near Chapeze Lane, in Shepherdsville. Their current facility is 2,200 square feet and can...
Paul Reynolds named new chief for Cave City Police Department
CAVE CITY, Ky. – He has a combined 21 years in law enforcement between Cave City Police and the Hart County Sheriff – now in the seat of chief, he is excited to continue to serve the citizens in a new way. Chief Paul Reynolds has been sworn...
Founder of Norton Neuroscience Institute still caring for patients 50 years later
LOUISVILLE — On one hand, the neuroscience office of Christopher B. Shields, M.D., is synonymous with progress. Sitting on the 11th floor of the Gray Street Medical Building, it overlooks downtown Louisville. The wall of windows along one side allows a nearly panoramic view of the city’s hospital district. It’s easy to dream about the future, especially on a sunny, springtime afternoon.
Louisville police crack down on speeders, impound cars for street racing violations
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — Louisville Metro Police is cracking down on speeders, and if it appears the driver is racing, police will impound the car. Police said the average speeder is going 26 miles per hour over the speed limit, and it's becoming all to common to catch drivers hitting triple digits.
Documents: Indiana woman accused of killing step-father poisoned him twice before
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The Indiana woman who is accused of killing her step-father in 2022 poisoned him twice before he died according to documents. Ashley Jones and her mother, Marsha Allen, are accused of killing Harold Allen by putting ethylene glycol in his drink. Now, new documents said they...
Safe Harbor’s annual ‘Lobster Fest’ in Ashland this weekend
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - You don’t have to travel to the beach for some great seafood. Safe Harbor’s annual Lobster Fest is back in Ashland, Kentucky this weekend. Linda Day from Safe Harbor stopped by First Look at Four to tell us how this event benefits a great cause.
School safety project finished way ahead of schedule near Madisonville middle school
MADISONVILLE, Ky. (WFIE) - A $2 million school safety project near James Madison Middle School has been completed, according to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. Officials say the project began in May and was finished 2 months ahead of schedule. While working on the project, crews widened Brown Road in front...
“Where My Bus At?” Louisville Students Protest Busing Cuts With Viral Hip-Hop Video
Across the country, students and families are struggling to adjust to busing changes. From New Jersey to Arizona, school bus driver shortages are creating hours-long bus rides, delays, and other frustrations. Louisville, Kentucky, reports a relatively smooth start in terms of transportation for Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) students—but that’s only because of the decision to cut bus routes to many of its traditional and magnet schools.
Kentucky Crystal Ball: Predicting every game for 2024
Editor’s note: Saturday Down South’s annual Crystal Ball series continues today with Kentucky. We’ll go in alphabetical order through the 16-team SEC. Previously: Alabama | Arkansas | Auburn | Florida | Georgia. * * * * * * *. Buried down the list of takeaways from Nick...
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