WAVE - Metro Louisville News

PSC issues report on Kentucky's largest power outage

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:41:00 EST

Two major events from Mother Nature left Kentuckiana in a mess. 769,000 people lost power and the two storms left behind over a billion dollars in damages. The September 2008 wind storm and the January 2009 ice storm caused the two largest power outages in Kentucky history and the Kentucky Public Service Commission says everyone can learn from the storms.

Arrest made in Lytle St. shooting

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:13:00 EST

U.S. Marshals have made an arrest in a shooting on November 14 in Louisville. 44-year-old Randall Kiper was arrested in Ohio County early Thursday morning.

New smoking policies in place at UK & UofL

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:55:00 EST

In the heart of tobacco country, two of the biggest schools in Kentucky started banning smoking on their campuses. According to University of Louisville officials, the ban is supposed to helping people quit and lead a healthier lifestyle.

New index shows Louisville still in recession

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:51:00 EST

It seems for much of the past year, we've heard mostly depressing news about the economy. Now there's an encouraging sign: something called the Adversity Index says one in four metro areas are now in recovery. However, in our area, the results are mixed.

City may restrict excessive idling

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:05:00 EST

City officials are considering a law to limit the amount of time you can allow your car to idle while you're sitting it. The goal is to combat air pollution, but there are questions as to whether or not it's practical to try to enforce such a law in a city plagued with traffic problems. And there's actually a similar law already in place.

Girl mauled by dog released from hospital

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:52:00 EST

A young south-central Kentucky girl attacked by a pit bull Monday headed home from Kosair Children's Hospital Wednesday night.

Tracking stimulus spending in the Metro

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:40:00 EST

It's almost nine months to the day since lawmakers passed the Federal Stimulus Act and we're starting to see more and more of those recovery projects in Kentuckiana. But we are also hearing more stories around the country of errors, non-existent jobs and bogus projects. So we wanted to know how that money is being used in Kentuckiana.

Councilman: use Rainy Day Fund to pay firefighters

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:25:00 EST

The city of Louisville owes firefighters $45 million, and a Metro Councilman says he has a way to handle the huge tab.

Owensboro residents wary of 'Redneck Meet and Greet' club

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:24:00 EST

Police in Daviess County are investigating allegations that a new club on a rural Kentucky highway is really just a place for people to meet for sex.

Ambulance driver charged with murder denies plea deal

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:06:00 EST

A year and a half ago, a Louisville Metro EMS worker was charged with driving under the influence of intoxicants and murder when she crashed the ambulance she was driving killing the patient inside. Tammy Brewer is facing several charges including murder, assault, and criminal mischief.

Suspects in Tipsy Circle double murder arraigned

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:36:00 EST

Four people charged in connection with the November 12 murders of a mother and her son, remain jailed at the Louisville Metro Corrections. All four appeared in court Wednesday morning.

Louisville mayor to speak at Harvard

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:40:00 EST

Longtime Louisville Mayor Jerry Abramson is heading to Harvard University to speak to a group of new mayors.

Five arrested in Tipsy Circle double homicide; 3 charged with murder

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:28:00 EST

Louisville Metro Police have arrested five people in the murders of a mother and son Thursday afternoon on Tipsy Circle.

Tax credit snafu could cost you at tax time

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:23:00 EST

It is the news most taxpayers don't want to hear in this economy as more than 15-million people who got a tax credit as part of the economic stimulus package apparently got too much. If you're married and both spouses work, or you have more than one job, you may have received more money than you were supposed to get and now, you have to cough it up.

Bullitt County school children vaccinated against H1N1

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 20:11:00 EST

The fears of H1N1 continue as the virus proves especially dangerous to kids. That’s why Bullitt County parents accompanied their children to Bullitt Central High School Tuesday night for the first clinic targeted just for children.

Driving while texting: a dangerous practice

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:14:00 EST

Just about everyone nowadays has a cell phone. And almost all of them will allow you to also send text messages. But have you ever thought about just how dangerous it is to use that everyday device while driving your car?

Emails about Meloche cause FL county to delay hiring decision

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:47:00 EST

More trouble could be brewing for the Metro Animal Services director, Gilles Miloche, as he searches for a new job.

Union workers protest Kentuckiana trucking companies

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:11:00 EST

A local union is protesting what it calls unfair wages at four local trucking companies. Members of Teamsters Local 89 claim that Hammond Transportation, Summitt Trucking, Pegasus Transportation, Inc., and TDXpress pay workers below standard wages and benefits.

Churchill Downs expanding night racing

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:03:00 EST

Churchill Downs is doubling down on night racing next year. The home of the Kentucky Derby announced plans Tuesday to host six night racing events in 2010.

CJ customer upset with added cost for Thanksgiving edition

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:30:00 EST

We're all watching our budgets these days and sometimes it's the little things that add up. Now there's word from The Courier-Journal that the price of the Thanksgiving day edition is increasing.

Bullitt County man honored for book collection drive

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 23:56:00 EST

A different type of hero received a special honor Monday in eastern Kentucky. For many weeks, we have told about the mission of Jim Davis from Bullitt County to collect 100,000 books for the poorer areas of eastern Kentucky. Davis' goal, to help so many others while he suffers from a terminal illness, has gained attention across the country.

Senate approves VA Hospital name change for Robley Rex

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 22:37:00 EST

Louisville's VA Hospital is a step closer to being named for a Kentucky World War I era veteran. The U.S. Senate has approved a provision to change the hospital's name to the Robley Rex Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

Owensboro murder suspect arrested in Louisville

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 22:19:00 EST

Police in Louisville have caught the man who killed a western Kentucky convenience store clerk. LMPD officers and federal agents arrested Brock Hanley at Exeter Avenue and Indian Trail in the Newburg neighborhood around 8:30 p.m. Monday.

Butchertown residents hope for change in their neighborhood's future

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 21:05:00 EST

The Swift plant has been in the Butchertown neighborhood for a long time. But we all know that things change and you always want what's best for your neighborhood. We took a look at why neighbors say the big Louisville employer should more to another location.

Jobs appear safe after zoning board votes in favor of Swift

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:04:00 EST

More than 1,000 people are breathing a sigh of relief after employees at JBS Swift plant in Louisville’s Butchertown neighborhood found out they will not be losing their jobs. The jobs were on the line after Butchertown residents had been pushing for months to get the plant shut down after it violated a conditional use permit. Monday afternoon, the Board of Zoning Adjustment voted in favor of the plant.

DUI Diversion Program appears to be working

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:42:00 EST

Each year the Jefferson County Attorney's office prosecutes over 3,000 driving under the influence crimes. Many of these involve first time offenders. In an effort to heighten awareness of the potentially tragic consequences of drinking and driving, and to prevent re-offenders, the County Attorney's office has developed the DUI Diversion Program.

Swift workers rally to keep plant open

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:37:00 EST

About 1,300workers at the a meat packing plant on Story Avenue in Butchertown could lose their jobs if the city's Board of Zoning Adjustment decides to revoke the plant's conditional use permit.

Portland church to rebuild after fire

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 22:09:00 EST

Fire ripped through the Portland Avenue Presbyterian Church last winter. Now ten months later, the congregation is moving forward with plans to rebuild.

Pastor calls Sina Harris a ‘quiet warrior

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 23:57:00 EST

Rev. Bruce Shaw of Pleasant View Baptist Church said he knew both Sina and Julius Harris for a long time. Sina Harris was a long-time Sunday School teacher at Pleasant View Baptist and Rev. Shaw said the church community lost a quiet warrior.

McConnell unhappy with NYC trials for terror suspects

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 20:07:00 EST

Kentucky Senator Mitch McConnell isn't happy with the decision by Attorney General Eric Holder to bring the terror suspects to New York. McConnell calls the decision a "step backward" for the country's security and says it puts Americans at risk unnecessarily.

Local businesses banking on arena's success

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:19:00 EST

The tough economy is hitting everyone. It is impacting budgets and local business, but we found more business owners are taking a chance downtown. They are hoping to profit on the expected success of the new arena, but there is a bigger goal in mind: Being part of a new "homegrown business" effort downtown.

Only healthy Bullitt County students to get H1N1 vaccine

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:00:00 EST

Students in Bullitt County will have the chance to get the H1H1 vaccine if they haven't already. Three clinics are designed for students, but not for those who fall into the high risk category. The Health Department will not turn anyone away, but the Director is requesting that only healthy children between the ages of 5-19 attend.

Council members react to Wayside's 'bold move'

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 19:53:00 EST

Controversy is swirling over Wayside Christian Mission's decision to reopen Hotel Louisville as a hotel and not as a shelter as they originally planned. The question many people are asking is if Wayside in compliance by running Hotel Louisville as a hotel and charging its guests a penny to stay there.

Search continues for shooter in Nelson Co. homicide

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 19:10:00 EST

There is not a lot to see, but the clues are still visible two days later near the intersection of Nelsonville Road and Nelsonville Lane in Boston, KY. The location is where deputies say 47-year-old Donald C. Marshall died on November 10.

Insurance company denies woman's surgery to remove brain tumor

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:50:00 EST

A Rineyville woman is battling a brain tumor and now her insurance company. After trying just about everything to get rid of her excruciating headaches from her brain tumor, Melissa Tew thought she finally may have found a medical procedure to help. But at the last minute her insurance company said they wouldn't cover her procedure.

Churchill Downs says YouBet acquisition won't affect current accounts

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 13:31:00 EST

Churchill Downs announced is buying the online wagering site Youbet.com.

Wayside reopens Hotel Louisville site as hotel

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 13:27:00 EST

The Hotel Louisville building is once again open for business. Its first guests moved into rooms late Wednesday after the new owners, Wayside Christian Mission, decided, for now, to use the building as a hotel until they get the green light to operate as a homeless shelter.

More cuts of Metro Police specialized units possible

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:22:00 EST

In the midst of the economic crisis and a budget shortfall, rumors are circulating of possible cuts to the Louisville Metro Police Department. We talked to Metro Council members to get some answers.

Additional vaccine available for Thursday’s H1N1 clinic

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:02:00 EST

It is just a fraction of what health department officials hoped to have by now, but some all important medicine arrived in Louisville and so did thousands hoping to get their dose.

Metro committee approves settlement with firefighters

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:02:00 EST

More details have been released on the settlement between firefighters and Louisville Metro government. Firefighters had sued the city over back overtime pay which they said they were owed.

Efforts to find owner of abandoned mobile home park continue

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 20:49:00 EST

A viewer's complaint led to us to show you the shocking conditions at the now abandoned Louisville Regency mobile home park off of Manslick Road. The mobile home park is an eyesore to those who live nearby and we continued our attempts to find the property's owner.

Well known Louisville spa closing its doors after 28 years

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:31:00 EST

After 28 years of serving Louisville, another well-known local business is shutting down. The Light Touch in St. Matthews, one of the first and largest day spas in Louisville, is closing Saturday. Wednesday, some of the spa's customers called WAVE 3 upset claiming their gift cards aren't being honored.

Long lines on first day of Louisville H1N1 clinic

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:06:00 EST

Thousands fired up their engines and rolled up their sleeves lined up to take advantage of day one of the Metro's first public H1N1 vaccine clinic. All day long, cars snaked around the parking lot at Papa John's Cardinal Stadium and they were still coming late into the afternoon. Each person has a different reason for showing up and each one having weighed the pros and cons of getting the vaccine versus passing it up. We rode along with one mother who walked us through her choice.

Former presidential candidate talks about the future in Afghanistan

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:39:00 EST

On Veterans Day, President Barack Obama met with his national security team to discuss four options on how to go forward with the war in Afghanistan. This comes just days after a massacre of military personnel by a U.S. soldier at Fort Hood. During a speech at the University of Louisville, Senator John McCain (R-AZ) took questions on both of these issues.

88-year-old WWII vet part of history museum exhibit

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 13:58:00 EST

At 88 years old, Hal Wren is truly a remarkable individual. While most people his age enjoying retirement or maybe hanging out on the beach, Hal keeps busy by practicing law and acting as an arbitrator.

Proposed emergency sick leave plan could impact local businesses

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:58:00 EST

With 57 million Americans working without paid sick leave, the outbreak of the H1N1 virus is forcing thousands of people to choose between going to work sick or going without. Concerned that too many people are having to make that choice, Congress is considering new legislation that would require employers to offer their workers up to a week of paid sick leave.

Neighbors tired of eyesore caused by abandoned trailer park

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 18:43:00 EST

Louisville Regency was once a mobile home park off Manslick Road in the city's south end. The mobile home park closed down about four months ago because the owner could not get it up to code. Now, it sits abandoned and destroyed.

Gov. Beshear: balancing state's budget becoming tougher task in next 2 years

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:07:00 EST

Gov. Steve Beshear and his administration are putting together a spending plan for the next two fiscal years due early in 2010.

Grant money means help on the way for veterans with legal woes

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:45:00 EST

Legal help is on the way for low-income veterans across Kentucky. The Bluegrass is one of four states to secure a $79,000 federal grant from the Legal Services Corporation.

Kentucky Chamber: State employees should pay more for insurance

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 10:14:00 EST

Kentucky state workers are being targeted to help balance a major budget shortfall. This new plan could save the state $200 million on health insurance costs, but it could hurt the budgets of more than 150,000 Kentucky families.

Man arraigned on Bullitt County theft charges

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 17:54:00 EST

Bullitt County Police have arrested a man they say is responsible for stealing thousands of dollars worth of televisions. 35-year-old Teddy Stinson was arraigned in Shepherdsville Monday on more than 20 counts of theft.

Library shows signs of progress on flood cleanup

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:07:00 EST

Just three months after devastating floods caused over $5 million in damages at the Louisville Free Public Library, progress in the cleanup is beginning to show.

Abramson, Yarmuth visit VA Hospital

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 13:35:00 EST

Patients at Veterans Hospital got a surprise visit Monday morning: Louisville Metro Mayor Jerry Abrasion and Kentucky Congressman John Yarmuth took the time to thank the veterans for the many sacrifices they've made over the years.

Police looking for woman who forged prescription

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 10:14:00 EST

Police are looking for a woman they say used a forged prescription in an attempt to get painkillers from a pharmacy.

Yarmuth discusses his "yes" vote on healthcare reform

Sun, 8 Nov 2009 22:03:00 EST

Louisville's own congressman, Rep. John Yarmuth, D-KY3, is back in the Bluegrass following the House vote on healthcare reform.

New report released on arena's economic impact

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 15:05:00 EDT

A new report on the effect the construction of the new Louisville Arena is having on the economic development of downtown was released Monday. The report shows that although the arena is over a year away from opening, it's already having a positive effect on the city's economy.

UofL goes door to door to warn students about the flu

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 13:49:00 EDT

The flu is widespread across Kentucky. At the University of Louisville, they are working overtime to try to keep an outbreak from hitting their campus. With more than 3,500 students living in campus housing, the staff with UofL's Housing and Residence Life wants to make sure students that live on campus protect themselves from the flu.

City makes more room for domestic violence victims

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:52:00 EDT

Victims of violence in Louisville can now get more help from the government, thanks to a new Domestic Violence Intake Center that opened Thursday.

Kimberly Greenwell's State Rep. campaign kicks off

Wed, 2 Sep 2009 19:04:00 EDT

Louisville businesswoman Kimberly Greenwell has announced her intent to run for state representative in the 33rd House District. Her campaign kicked off Wednesday, September 2, with an open fundraising event at The Sawyer Hayes Community Center in the E.P. "Tom" Sawyer Park.

Churches form flooding aid group

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 15:35:00 EDT

Several Louisville churches are coming together to help victims of the August 4th flooding. The churches announced Wednesday they are forming the Central District Local Flood Relief Fund.

Stinson arraigned on wanton endangerment

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 13:05:00 EDT

Former Pleasure Ridge Park football coach Jason Stinson was back in court Wednesday morning to be arraigned on a new charge. Tuesday, a grand jury handed down the indictment charging Stinson with wanton endangerment in the death of 15-year-old Max Gilpin.

Despite flood damage, U of L ready for fall semester opening day

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 17:38:00 EDT

Two weeks ago, most of the University of Louisville's Belknap Campus was flooded as heavy record rains fell on the city. As the cleanup on the campus continues, Tuesday we got an update and a tour.

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