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CASA of Christian County shutting down local office after 6 years
HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – After six years in Hopkinsville, CASA of Christian County is closing its doors as of July 15. The non-profit was comprised of volunteers who advocate for children in the court system that have been abused or neglected. “After serious contemplation, and with a...
Undrafted UK wing Justin Edwards vows he was 'best player' in 2024 NBA Draft
LOUISVILLE Ky. (WDRB) -- Starting his career in the NBA Summer League as an undrafted free agent, former University of Kentucky freshman Justin Edwards said he was the best player in the NBA Draft last month, even though he was not selected. Edwards made that analysis to Keith Pompey of...
Krispy Kreme on Bardstown Road damaged by arson undergoing partial demolition
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The Krispy Kreme on Bardstown Road, which has been closed since an arson fire damaged the building last May, is set to be at least partially demolished. Florida-based Larson Design Group requested a building permit for "exploratory demo work" due to fire damage, according to a building permit filed with Louisville Metro Planning & Design Services.
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen opens in Louisville's Russell neighborhood
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A new Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen opened in the Russell neighborhood. The restaurant at Broadway and 28th Street officially opened its doors Monday. The restaurant owner said it served a record-breaking during its soft opening. The owners, Ace Brands LLC, own other Popeyes locations in Louisville. Owner...
Kentucky State, Morehouse to meet in Chicago Football Classic
Kentucky State returns to the Chicago Football Classic on Sept. 21, when it plays the Morehouse Maroon Tigers in Chicago. “This is a great opportunity for KSU’s football team. We are proud of our players and the amazing job they do. I support the guidance of our athletic director, Mr. Stepp, and KSU’s Chicago Alumni Chapter as they take part in the annual Chicago Football Classic.” Kentucky State University President Dr. Koffi C. Akakpo said.
FORECAST: Needed rainfall then refreshing!
HAZARD, Ky. (WYMT) - We’re done with the 90s for a while as a system brings the region some needed rain before high pressure builds in with a beautiful day on Friday. A system will be tracking through the Commonwealth today. That means a round of showers and scattered thunderstorms this morning before we get a break in the activity midday. With some breaks of sunshine, we’ll see the action refire later this afternoon into this evening. And, with all the moisture in the atmosphere, not only will it be muggy but we’ll continue to see the opportunity for heavy rainfall. High temperatures will top out between 82° and 87°.
Inez man charged with desecrating religious object
INEZ, Ky. — Police have arrested a Martin County man who they say was one of three people responsible for setting fire to a religious display last month. The incident happened June 7 on the God’s Promise Trail in Inez. Police say the trio set fire to a prayer altar on the trail.
Attorney’s murder trial ends in hung jury
PIKEVILLE, Ky. — The murder trial of a former assistant Pike County attorney has ended without a decision. Donald Kyle Deskins, 55, of Kimper, had been accused of killing his wife, Judith, in April 2021, then concealing evidence of the crime. He was indicted last August on single count of murder and two counts of tampering with physical evidence.
Louisville man arrested after allegedly planning to sell fake narcotics
CAVE CITY, Ky. – A Louisville man is facing multiple charges related to drug trafficking in Cave City. According to a uniform citation, around 9:36 a.m. Monday, the Cave City Police Department conducted a stop on a Chevy Malibu on South Dixie Highway in Cave City. Upon contact, police...
Tennessee's Cooper Mays complimentary of Kentucky's Gerald Mincey
DALLAS - After spending two seasons on Rocky Top, offensive tackle Gerald Mincey transferred from. to Kentucky over the offseason and is likely to be the Wildcats starting right tackle in 2024. During the 2023 season, Mincey played in all 13 games and made seven starts. Of his starts, six...
Couple vacationing in Hawaii killed in helicopter crash
CINCINNATI (WXIX/Gray News) – A Kentucky couple was killed in a helicopter crash while they were vacationing in Hawaii. The body of Amy Ruark Quintua, 53, was recovered on Thursday by Kauai Ocean Safety Bureau lifeguards after a helicopter crashed near Na Pali Coast in Kauai, Hawaii. Her husband, James Quintua, 60, was also on board.
Chicago mayor plans removal of George Washington statue in City Hall
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has decided to remove a statue of George Washington in City Hall, but, according to a top aide, the decision has nothing to do with the first president being a slave owner. The statue is located on the fifth floor right outside Johnson’s office, but the Democratic mayor’s communication director, Ronnie […]
Woman arrested in western KY concerning hit-and-run bicycle fatality in Florida
A woman wanted in connection to a 2023 fatal hit-and-run crash involving a bicyclist in Florida was arrested in western Kentucky on Tuesday. Oak Grove Police said Jessica Hendrickson was located at exit 86 on Interstate 24 after surveillance cameras alerted on her vehicle tag and she was taken into custody.
Name of Evansville woman released in deadly crash near Slaughters
WEBSTER CO., Ky. (WFIE) - A woman was killed in a crash early Wednesday morning near Slaughters. That’s according to the Webster County Coroner. The crash happened in the northbound lanes of I-69. Transportation officials notified us around 3:20 a.m. Kentucky State Police say the woman is 25-year-old Krista...
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