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From Muhammad Ali to Kelsi Worrell Dahlia, 5 Olympians with Louisville roots who won gold
Louisville has produced its share of gold medalists. Muhammad Ali, who competed as Cassius Clay in the 1960 Olympics in Rome, is known throughout the world for his boxing feats. Will runner Yared Nuguse or thrower Jayden Ulrich seize the spotlight at the 2024 Games in Paris? Stay tuned. Here...
Louisville basketball Pat Kelsey era begins in Bahamas: 5 storylines for 1st look at Cards
They say you never get a second chance to make a good first impression. Coaches do; it's the first time you see their teams play. That time is now for Pat Kelsey, whose inaugural Louisville men's basketball squad is headed to the Bahamas on Sunday for two exhibition games as part of the Baha Mar Hoops Summer League.
Jacqueline Coleman says she’s ‘ready’ to become governor should Beshear get vice president nod
LOUISVILLE — Democratic Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman told reporters Monday that her job is to be ready to lead Kentucky should Gov. Andy Beshear ascend to a higher office. Beshear is being floated as a possible running mate for Vice President Kamala Harris, who is now seeking the Democratic nomination after President Joe Biden ended his candidacy. Speaking in Louisville after a childcare center ground breaking, Coleman likened the possibility of her becoming governor to Harris moving up the ticket.
Former voice of ‘Freddy Farm Bureau’ found shot to death
WEST POINT, Ky. (WAVE) - A community has been left in tears after a member of the West Point Methodists Church congregation was lost to gun violence. Louisville Metro police haven’t confirmed the details of Gordon Ritchie’s death, but social media posts and members of his church say the 78-year-old was shot dead in his home Sunday night.
EST Gee's Manager EST Big Beach Allegedly Killed After Kentucky Show
EST Gee suffered a tragic loss on July 21st. The rapper's longtime manager, EST Big Beach, was reportedly shot and killed in Kentucky. According to WDRB, EST Big Beach was found by police in a vehicle in downtown Louisville. Emergency Medical Services was called to the scene shortly after police arrived, but the manager was pronounced dead. Louisville Metro Police Department spokesperson Aaron Ellis claimed that LMPD have opened an investigation into the shooting, but no suspects have yet been identified. EST Big Beach was 31 years old.
Boxing legend Evander Holyfield in Louisville for fundraising event at Ali Center
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A boxing legend Evander Holyfield is visiting Louisville to raise funding for a good cause. The four-time World Heavyweight champion is raising money for retired fighters in need. Holyfield will participate in a charity casino night at the Muhammad Ali Center to support the Retired Fighter Charitable Fund and the center.
Questions to the Yum! Center after deadly shooting following concert
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Bullets holes were visible outside of the Kentucky Science Center, a children’s museum, after a fatal shooting following a concert at the KFC Yum! Center. The shooting happened late Saturday night after a local rapper, EST Gee, or George Stone, performed. Numerous bullets flew by...
Nelson County woman charged with vehicular homicide after Louisville man dies in crash, police say
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A 52-year-old Louisville man died in a crash on Sunday in Spencer County, according to Kentucky State Police. KSP responded to a fatal crash on U.S. 150 and Old Louisville Road around 5:12 p.m. Police said a 2015 GMC Acadia driven by Laurie Hahn, 49, was traveling eastbound on U.S. 150. James Oster was riding a motorcycle westbound when the GMC Acadia crossed the center line and collided with the motorcycle.
Champion racehorses now reside at Valhalla Golf Club
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Valhalla Golf Club is now the home of two champion racehorses thanks to a partnership with Prospect-based Thoroughbred rehoming organization Second Stride. Former graded stakes winner Hawaakom and graded stakes placed and 2014 Triple Crown contender General A Rod received a specially constructed barn and pasture...
Family to leave $15 million to Norton Children’s Hopsital
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - A local family is giving $15 million to Norton Children’s Hospital to honor their daughter and the care she received. Norton Children’s says Meadow EmmaLou Boes was diagnosed with tetralogy of Fallot with pulmonary atresia before she was born. The congenital condition changes the way blood flows to the lungs and through the heart. Several surgeries and hospital stays later, Meadow is an active, happy 2-year-old.
Longtime Asian restaurant in east Louisville will soon close. Here’s what we know
After more than 15 years in business, a restaurant serving Asian cuisine is closing. Tea Station Asian Bistro in Norton Commons will shutter its doors next week, with the eatery's last day in business set for July 29, according to a post on its Facebook page. "I am saddened to...
Metro government names bridge after Louisville hero
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Louisville Metro leaders, first responders, and loved ones gathered to honor a local hero Monday. District 20 Metro Councilman Stuart Benson was joined by Jeffersontown fire and police to unveil a commemorative marker to recognize the legacy of Lt. Col. Daniel D. Jones. Jones had recently...
Bourbon & Beyond announces culinary lineup for September festival in Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Celebrity chefs are cooking up something new for this year's Bourbon & Beyond. Organizers released the culinary and bourbon lineup for this year's festival on Monday. It will be led by Louisville Chef Edward Lee, along with Amanda Freitag, Chris Santos and bourbon expert Chris Blandford.
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