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Paducah 17-year-old Audreya White opens second business
PADUCAH — Audreya White is an upcoming senior at Paducah Tilghman High School. Like many of her classmates, she is preparing for college applications and her last year of high school. What sets White apart from other 17-year-olds — she has two businesses. A7 Smoothies is a shop...
Kentucky makes the cut for Eric Reibe
Compared to the last two summers, which had international trips, there hasn’t been a lot of news about the Kentucky Basketball program this summer. The team is practicing, and the staff are getting familiar with their roster, but it will be a few months before we see any substantial.
Louisville congressman calls on Biden to 'step aside' as Democratic presidential nominee
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A Louisville congressman is the latest Democratic lawmaker to call on President Joe Biden to "step aside" as the party's presidential nominee. On Friday, U.S. Rep. Morgan McGarvey called the president an "effective leader" who has carried the nation through a global pandemic, adding that Biden is a good man who cares deeply about the American people.
CrowdStrike disruptions hit home in Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - A cybersecurity update from a company called CrowdStrike caused global disruptions where we work, where we live and where we shop. Louisville was not immune to the fallout. The tech outage caused canceled flights, lines and frustrations at Louisville Muhammad Ali International. Travelers found problems on...
Survivor returns to Georgetown to thank first responders who saved her life
GEORGETOWN, Ky. (FOX 56) — A cardiac arrest survivor has returned to Georgetown/Scott County EMS to meet the people who played a crucial role in saving her life. First responders called it an emotional and rewarding experience to see Mrs. Thacker in good health. The team had previously used lifesaving measures when she went into cardiac arrest.
Upton man wanted by State Police
A LaRue County man is wanted by the Kentucky State Police following the recent launch of a statewide drug operation. Designated Operation Summer Heat, all 16 KSP posts participated in the event following a three-month investigation into suspected drug trafficking rings. Preliminary results released indicate 206 arrests; 490 charges issued; and the combined seizure of 554 grams of fentanyl, 219 grams of cocaine, 4,862 grams of methamphetamine, 41 grams of heroin, 40 grams of spice, 2,931 fentanyl pills, 50 hydrocodone pills, 64 oxycodone pills, 90 hallucinogens and 14 firearms. The street value of the illicit drugs seized is approximately $684,953.50. Additionally, $37,159 in cash, $10,000 in stolen tools and one stolen vehicle were recovered.
Louisville head basketball coach Pat Kelsey purchases 9,000-square-foot east end home
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Louisville men's basketball coach Pat Kelsey recently purchased a $2.6 million home near the Glenview neighborhood. According to the deed, which was filed with the Jefferson County Clerk's Office on July 16, Kelsey and his wife purchased the house on Glen Springs Court, near US 42 and Lime Kiln Lane. It has six bedrooms, six full bathrooms and two half bathrooms, according to the Jefferson County Property Valuation Administrator. It also has a backyard pool.
Julius Halaifonua will reclassify into 2024
Mark Pope has one roster spot remaining on this season’s Kentucky Wildcats team. For some time it seemed it could go to 5-star wing Will Riley, but he ended up at Illinois. Then the questions began from the BBN; Could it be another transfer? Could it be an international player? What about a reclass?
$8 happy hour: P.F. Chang's celebrates birthday with prizes and special menu launch
P.F. Chang’s is launching a happy hour menu with $8 cocktails and appetizers. The new Lucky 8 Happy Hour will debut Friday to celebrate the Asian culinary chain’s 30th birthday, and includes new cocktails and smaller sizes of favorite apps. The chain's gold and platinum rewards members will get double points on in-store purchases through Tuesday as part of the celebration and there will be weekly social media giveaways from July 26-Aug. 17.
Louisville police to provide extra security around EST Gee concert at KFC Yum! Center
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Louisville Metro Police will provide extra security measures at a rap concert this weekend downtown. Louisville rapper EST Gee will perform Saturday night at his Summer Jam event at the KFC Yum! Center. He has more than 1 million followers on social media, and the EST...
Lexington police searching for burglary suspect after he entered home
The Lexington Police Department is searching for a man who reportedly kicked down the door of an occupied home on July 9 and proceeded to walk through the home before leaving through the back door.
Shepherdsville breaks ground on new aquatic center
SHEPHERDSVILLE, Ky. — Crews broke ground Friday on a new aquatic center in Shepherdsville, Kentucky. The new facility on Joe B. Hall Avenue is expected to enhance recreational fitness for residents of all ages. Officials say the aquatic center is more than just a pool. It's a commitment to...
Four arrested in Danville on drug trafficking charges
Danville Police made four arrests during a narcotics investigation on Sunday, which went into the early morning hours of Monday. The investigation resulted in several traffic stops and search warrants being conducted on a room at Super 8 Motel and an apartment on Nichols Terrace. Officers uncovered cash, marijuana, and suspected fentanyl pills. The following […] The post Four arrested in Danville on drug trafficking charges appeared first on The Advocate-Messenger.
Owensboro attorney, his wife and employee indicted in fraud case
OWENSBORO, Ky. (WFIE) - An attorney and two law associates in Owensboro have been indicted on several charges stemming from a fraud case. That’s according to the Ohio County Circuit Court, who shared indictment documents for attorney Darron L. Brawner, his wife Jana M. Brawner, and employee Kristy Burchfield.
Travelers at Blue Grass Airport exercise patience amid global tech outage
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - A global technology outage disrupted air travel on Friday. Throughout the morning, travelers at Lexington’s Blue Grass Airport saw the dreaded ‘delayed’ or even ‘canceled’ next to their flights. Even though some major airlines are back up and running, the Microsoft outage has caused a rippling effect.
Attempted robbery leaves Farmers Bank ATM in Greenville broken
MUHLENBERG CO., Ky. (WFIE) - Employees with Farmers Bank in Muhlenberg County say some customers will have to find a different ATM in Greenville after one of theirs was damaged overnight. Friday morning, the bank said on social media that their Greenville ATM is currently unavailable after someone tried rob...
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