Friday, November 9 2012 6:26 PM EST2012-11-09 23:26:10 GMT
CLARK COUNTY, IN (WAVE)- It is an issue being fought for months. A proposed apartment complex in Clark County. Some say they don't mind it while others say not so fast! Now, the developer is getting theMore >>
A proposed apartment complex in Clark County is causing controversy. More >>
Sunday, November 4 2012 10:51 PM EST2012-11-05 03:51:06 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE)-It was a tragic event that shocked the nation when three little girls and their grandparents died in a Connecticut house fire on Christmas Day last year. Sunday, the girls fatherMore >>
Matthew Badger is creating a legacy for his 3 daughters who perished in a Christmas Day 2011 fire in Connecticut. He created a charity foundation for arts based elementary education.More >>
Monday, October 29 2012 10:16 AM EDT2012-10-29 14:16:35 GMT
SIMPSONVILLE, KY (WAVE)- It is a story you'll only see on WAVE 3. A woman called us claiming her neighbor in Simpsonville shot and killed several dogs. We want to warn you that the photos are disturbing.More >>
A Shelby County sheriff's deputy said the case will be presented to the County Attorney's office.More >>
Thursday, October 25 2012 11:05 PM EDT2012-10-26 03:05:57 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE)- Some people who live in Louisville's Cherokee Triangle don't want a proposed high rise condo building there. WAVE 3 broke the story of the Willow Grande project over the spring. "It'sMore >>
Some people who live in Louisville's Cherokee Triangle don't want a proposed high rise condo building there. More >>
Sunday, October 21 2012 10:11 PM EDT2012-10-22 02:11:43 GMT
SELLERSBURG, IN (WAVE)- Hostages held in an Ivy Tech classroom with an armed gunman as dozens of officers handle the situation. It was not a real incident, but it was a simulation involving the Clark CountyMore >>
The Clark County Sheriff's office held a training simulation at Ivy Tech's Sellersburg, IN campus.More >>
Sunday, August 26 2012 12:54 PM EDT2012-08-26 16:54:18 GMT
CHARLESTOWN, IN (WAVE)- Brown, discolored water isn't something you'd ever want to come out of the faucet. It happened to at least one family in Southern Indiana. They say it's a problem that they wantMore >>
Brown, discolored water is not something you would ever want to come out of the faucet. It happened to at least one family in southern Indiana.More >>
Sunday, August 19 2012 11:57 PM EDT2012-08-20 03:57:52 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE)- We all remember our first day of school jitters. With that comes the flood of questions, emotions and excitement. For Jefferson County Public School kids, all of that is less thanMore >>
With a projected enrollment of 101,000 students, JCPS and other students and parents are ready for the all important first day of school.More >>
Sunday, August 12 2012 3:40 PM EDT2012-08-12 19:40:58 GMT
BEDFORD, KY (WAVE)- An entire volunteer fire department and a community are in shock after the unexpected death of one of their well-known firefighters who was also an EMT. People who knew Mark Rexroat,More >>
People who knew Mark Rexroat, 43, of Bedford, well said 'he was one heck of a guy'.More >>
Monday, August 6 2012 8:49 PM EDT2012-08-07 00:49:57 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE)- Out of 25-million Sikh's in the world, a very small fraction live here Kentucky. In the wake of the temple shooting in Wisconsin, feelings of shock, sadness and wondering why areMore >>
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE)- Out of 25-million Sikh's in the world, a very small fraction live here Kentucky. In the wake of the temple shooting in Wisconsin, feelings of shock, sadness and wondering why areMore >>
Sunday, August 5 2012 12:48 PM EDT2012-08-05 16:48:27 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE)-Imagine being kidnapped. Bound and gagged and thrown into the trunk of a car. Police said it happened to a man in our area. He was found alive during a traffic stop Saturday morning.More >>
Imagine being kidnapped, bound and gagged and thrown into the trunk of a car. Police said it happened to a man in Louisville.More >>
Sunday, July 29 2012 1:03 PM EDT2012-07-29 17:03:38 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) Faster...higher...stronger! The excitement of the 2012 Olympics is felt across the world and right here at home. The opening ceremony was the most watched for a summer Olympic gamesMore >>
Faster...higher...stronger! The excitement of the 2012 Olympics is felt across the world and right here at home.More >>
Sunday, July 22 2012 12:32 PM EDT2012-07-22 16:32:36 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) A family is in mourning after a man was shot to death right outside of his mother's home. The family of 27 year old Antwain Watkins tells WAVE 3 it is tough. Watkin's sister and nieceMore >>
A 27-year-old man is dead after an early morning shooting on S. 39th Street in Louisville. Family and friends are mourning the loss of a man they say "...didn't have to die."More >>
Friday, June 29 2012 7:50 PM EDT2012-06-29 23:50:42 GMT
ELIZABETHTOWN, KY (WAVE)- Friday, KentuckY State Police announced arrests were made in connection with cases where homes were burglarized while the homeowner was attending the funeral of a loved one. OnMore >>
Friday, Kentucky State Police announced arrests were made in connection with cases where homes were burglarized while the homeowner was attending the funeral of a loved one.More >>
Monday, June 25 2012 12:39 PM EDT2012-06-25 16:39:30 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE)- Neighbors said they've never seen anything like it. After a large crowd of people were seen outside of a Louisville skating rink early Sunday morning off Dixie Highway. Some neighborsMore >>
Louisville Metro Police said they got a call about 2 a.m. Sunday about a group of unruly people at a party on Farnsley near Dixie Highway.More >>
Tuesday, June 19 2012 11:10 PM EDT2012-06-20 03:10:35 GMT
MADISON, IN (WAVE) - There is new information about what might have happened leading up to the death of a Madison, Indiana infant. Monday afternoon, the child's father, 30-year-old Christopher Coy, appearedMore >>
30-year-old Christopher Coy pleaded not guilty to the charge of neglect of a dependent resulting in death in court.More >>
Monday, June 18 2012 7:50 AM EDT2012-06-18 11:50:24 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE)- The signs are up and the writing is literally on the street. The so-called 'Brownsboro Road diet project" starts June 18th. "It's going to cause headaches and everything. PeopleMore >>
Construction for the Brownsboro Road Diet Project will be along Brownsboro Road from Drescher Bridge Avenue to Ewing Avenue and will reduce four lanes down to three and sidewalks.More >>
Thursday, June 7 2012 7:15 PM EDT2012-06-07 23:15:07 GMT
HART COUNTY, KY (WAVE) - For the first time, some of the people who were on board a charter bus as it flipped onto its side Wednesday evening are speaking about their terrifying experience. It was supposedMore >>
For the first time, some of the people who were on board a charter bus as it flipped onto its side Wednesday evening are speaking about their terrifying experience.More >>
Friday, June 1 2012 12:34 PM EDT2012-06-01 16:34:27 GMT
CINCINATTI, OH (WAVE)-She was convicted of trying to extort millions from University of Louisville coach, Rick Pitino. As she sits in a Florida prison, her legal team appeared before a Federal appealsMore >>
WAVE 3 traveled to Cincinnati where a panel of 3 judges heard oral arguments from both sides at the Potter Stewart Federal Courthouse.More >>
Monday, May 28 2012 12:31 PM EDT2012-05-28 16:31:24 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE)- This Memorial Day weekend a Louisville family isn't celebrating. They are remembering their loved one who was shot to death one year ago. The family said the person who did it stillMore >>
The family said the person who did it still hasn't been caught. Saturday there was a passionate plea.More >>
Monday, May 28 2012 12:22 PM EDT2012-05-28 16:22:55 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) Temps were in the 90s Sunday. It was a hot one. Many people turned out for the Abbey Road Music Festival in Downtown Louisville. The beats of rhythm and Beatles music proved strongerMore >>
Temps were in the 90s Sunday. It was a hot one. From splash parks to drinking plenty of water. People kept cool despite the heat.More >>
Friday, May 25 2012 7:44 PM EDT2012-05-25 23:44:47 GMT
MADISON, IN (WAVE)- A Southern Indiana school district is learning a tough lesson in economics as budget woes could force two elementaries to close. That is not sitting well with parents. Madison ConsolidatedMore >>
Madison Consolidated Schools is considering closing Anderson Elementary and Dupont Elementary Schools. Interim Superintendent, Steve Gookins, tells WAVE 3 it is in an effort to save $1.5 MillionMore >>
Thursday, May 24 2012 6:53 PM EDT2012-05-24 22:53:52 GMT
MADISON, IN (WAVE)- Calls of concern prompted the shutdown of the Milton-Madison bridge two weeks ago. Traffic is flowing as the Jefferson County, Indiana Sheriff's Office investigates where those callsMore >>
Calls of concern prompted the shutdown of the Milton-Madison bridge two weeks ago.More >>
Monday, May 21 2012 8:14 PM EDT2012-05-22 00:14:16 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE)- Neighbors are still reeling after a wave of violence rocked Louisville's West End. Monday, a ray of hope as efforts to reopen a closed Boys and Girls club in the heart of ParklandMore >>
Neighbors are still reeling after a wave of violence rocked Louisville's West End. Monday, a ray of hope as efforts to reopen a closed Boys and Girls club in the heart of Parkland came to light.More >>
Sunday, May 20 2012 10:31 PM EDT2012-05-21 02:31:11 GMT
RADCLIFF, KY (WAVE) – Two men who had escaped from a jail are now back in custody. At exactly 3:03 Friday morning, jail surveillance video showed 37-year-old Vance Tate of Louisville and 21-year-old BrandonMore >>
Two men who had escaped from a jail are now back in custody.More >>
Saturday, May 19 2012 9:02 PM EDT2012-05-20 01:02:18 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE)- Just days after West Louisville was rocked by violence that made news across the country...neighbors and community members are still reeling as they struggle to make sense of itMore >>
Just days after West Louisville was rocked by violence that made news across the country...neighbors and community members are still reeling as they struggle to make sense of it all. People are telling WAVE 3 flat out they want the violence to end.More >>
Monday, May 14 2012 5:45 PM EDT2012-05-14 21:45:25 GMT
WEST POINT, KY (WAVE)- The U.S. Postal Service recently announced thousands of post offices across the nation will have their window hours cut. It's a compromise the Postal Service made so it wouldn'tMore >>
WAVE 3 obtained the 260 page list of affected post offices. There are 13,000 across the country. Seven hundred in Kentucky alone and 70 in southern Indiana. Some locations are reducing daily hours retail hours from 8 down to 2. West Point will reduce from 8 hours to 4 a day.More >>
Monday, May 14 2012 6:55 AM EDT2012-05-14 10:55:59 GMT
SHELBYVILLE, KY (WAVE) – A woman is dead after a boating incident on Lake Shelby. 34-year-old Amanda Frank, of Louisville, was found unresponsive by Emergency Medical Services after they were called toMore >>
The victim's 12-year-old son, who was with her and a friend on the boat, tried to save his mother's life.More >>
Saturday, May 12 2012 9:21 PM EDT2012-05-13 01:21:46 GMT
NEW WASHINGTON, IN (WAVE)- After weeks of painfully waiting and wondering since her disappearance, 35-year-old Stephanie Kirk was finally laid to rest Saturday afternoon. Kirk's grandmother, Betty, toldMore >>
Stephanie Kirk's remains were found April 27th in the backyard of convicted sex offender William "Clyde" Gibson.More >>
Friday, May 11 2012 7:13 PM EDT2012-05-11 23:13:31 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE)-The family of two young men who were killed by drunk drivers still want answers. We are learning more from the Jefferson County judge who sentenced Rebecca Johnson to just 45 daysMore >>
We are learning more from the Jefferson County judge who sentenced Rebecca Johnson to just 45 days in jail after she violated her probation.More >>
Monday, May 7 2012 6:45 PM EDT2012-05-07 22:45:08 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE)- If you have three or more unpaid parking tickets, you might stand a chance to have your car booted on Metro streets. That's thanks to new rules in effect that started Monday, aimedMore >>
If you have three or more unpaid parking tickets, you might stand a chance to have your car booted on Metro streets. That's thanks to new rules in effect that started Monday, aimed at collecting fines from habitual offenders.More >>
Sunday, April 29 2012 6:57 AM EDT2012-04-29 10:57:02 GMT
NEW ALBANY, IN (WAVE) – The remains found in the backyard of William Clyde Gibson have been identified. The remains are those of 35-year-old Stephanie Marie Kirk, of Charlestown, Indiana. Kirk was lastMore >>
The remains found in the backyard of William Clyde Gibson have been identified.More >>
Sunday, April 22 2012 11:55 AM EDT2012-04-22 15:55:24 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE)- Thousands of people packed the Waterfront in Downtown Louisville for Thunder Over Louisville. This year's theme was "A Star-Spangled Blast." The allure of the bursts of color captivatedMore >>
Thousands of people packed the Waterfront in Downtown Louisville for Thunder Over Louisville. This year's theme was "A Star-Spangled Blast."More >>
Saturday, April 21 2012 12:54 PM EDT2012-04-21 16:54:22 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE)- Thousands of people will flock to Downtown Louisville Saturday for Thunder Over Louisville. As you plan your weekend, you'll want to click here for our complete Digital Derby Guide. ThroughoutMore >>
Friday, crews were getting the last minute details checked off for the nation's biggest fireworks show.More >>
Thursday, April 19 2012 8:44 PM EDT2012-04-20 00:44:40 GMT
The family sent a letter to Kentucky Attorney General, Jack Conway. In it, the family said the death of 15-year-old Gregory Holt could have been prevented.More >>
Thursday, April 19 2012 7:00 PM EDT2012-04-19 23:00:58 GMT
Jordan Klunk, talks about what he says happened in the hours and minutes before his friend, 54-year-old Donald Klein, Jr. died in a plane crash in Breckinridge County, KY.More >>
Monday, April 16 2012 2:09 PM EDT2012-04-16 18:09:52 GMT
A copy of the letter sent by the city's chief of public safety, to Occupy Louisville details exactly why the group's appeal was denied. The city said the group must leave Founder's Square.More >>
Sunday, April 15 2012 3:30 PM EDT2012-04-15 19:30:40 GMT
The Breckinridge County Coroner has identified the pilot at Donald E. Klein, Jr., 54, of Louisville. Authorities believe Klein was headed to Bowman Field.More >>
Monday, April 9 2012 9:30 AM EDT2012-04-09 13:30:11 GMT
The victim is identified as 27-year-old Mark Pace. LMPD said they have no suspects, meanwhile Mark's family said they don't know why this happened. They are pleading for whoever is responsible to come forward.More >>
Friday, March 30 2012 6:33 PM EDT2012-03-30 22:33:44 GMT
According to the Cherokee Triangle Association, a developer is proposing a 17-story high rise building near the heart of the neighborhood. It's not the development itself that's concerning, but rather the specifications of the building and its zoning.More >>
Monday, March 19 2012 4:36 PM EDT2012-03-19 20:36:48 GMT
Thanks to a neighbor, we are getting a look at the fire that tore through a home in the 4500 block of Garda Drive Sunday sending three children to the hospital. Rhonda Burton was outside Sunday evening when she saw smoke billowing from the top of her neighbor's home.
Tuesday, March 13 2012 1:39 PM EDT2012-03-13 17:39:09 GMT
Years ago, Louisville had a goal to rebuild their downtown neighborhoods with a mix of people and incomes. Now, the city is getting closer to that goal.More >>
Sunday, February 19 2012 10:23 PM EST2012-02-20 03:23:23 GMT
Years after the congregation of the Portland Avenue Presbyterian Church lost their church in a massive fire, they're finally in their new permanent home.More >>
Sunday, February 19 2012 8:02 PM EST2012-02-20 01:02:33 GMT
Late Friday night, the Sherman Minton bridge finally opened, ending the nightmare of 'Shermaggedon.' People on both sides of the river couldn't be happier.More >>
Thursday, February 16 2012 6:35 PM EST2012-02-16 23:35:21 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE)- She admitted to killing two people in a 2006 drunk driving crash. For the second time this week, Rebecca Johnson faced a judge in trouble with the law again. Johnson at the JeffersonMore >>
Monday, February 13 2012 10:48 AM EST2012-02-13 15:48:04 GMT
More than a dozen people were forced out of their home after a fire broke out in a Highlands apartment building. It happened just after 10 p.m. Sunday on Cherokee Road near Grinstead Drive.More >>
Thursday, February 9 2012 6:57 PM EST2012-02-09 23:57:08 GMT
Months after 18-year-old Trey Williams was shot and killed inside his grandmother's Shelbyville home, we are seeing parts of what happened that day, thanks to cameras on the officer's tasers.More >>
Thursday, February 2 2012 6:32 PM EST2012-02-02 23:32:13 GMT
Just a couple days after a family's pet is shot and killed by an LMPD officer, one of the dog's owners is talking about what they said happened.More >>
Thursday, January 19 2012 5:56 PM EST2012-01-19 22:56:42 GMT
After decades of trying to boost the economy in southwest Louisville, particularly in the Valley Village neighborhood, there is big news as we learn new businesses are coming to the area. The national restaurant chain, Cracker Barrel, is preparing to move in to the area on Dixie Highway very close to the Gene Snyder Freeway, but there's more to come. WAVE 3 dug deeper to find out why the announcement means more residents than just a place to grab a bite to eat.More >>
Tuesday, January 10 2012 7:51 AM EST2012-01-10 12:51:12 GMT
New and disturbing details are emerging in the murder of a Louisville 4-year-old. Ivan Cano was killed in June 2007 near his Churchill Downs home. His body was found a week later in the back of a Louisville Metro garbage truck. In October 2010, just one day before his trial was set to start, Cecil New pled guilty to the murder of young Ivan and was sentenced to life without parole. Monday, police released new details from Cecil New about the murder.More >>
Thursday, November 17 2011 7:31 PM EST2011-11-18 00:31:23 GMT
Cutting someone off, following too closely or even speeding. Those are all behaviors we've seen from drivers. Maybe they could even describe you. Now law enforcement in Kentucky is cracking down on aggressive drivers.More >>
Friday, November 11 2011 11:48 PM EST2011-11-12 04:48:39 GMT
Friday, at area high school football games, some people were talking about that sex abuse scandal surrounding Pennsylvania State University. A scandal allegedly at the hands of a coach.More >>
Saturday, October 15 2011 10:31 PM EDT2011-10-16 02:31:17 GMT
CLARKSVILLE, IN (WAVE)- The day after a fire destroys five businesses in a Clarksville, Indiana strip mall, the pain and reality is settling in for the people directly affected. But, a show of supportMore >>
Friday, October 14 2011 6:30 PM EDT2011-10-14 22:30:03 GMT
According to a police citation Steven Allison, of Louisville, stated he and Nathan Richardson, of Louisville, cashed in gold and silver valued at $2, 000 every day for a month.More >>
Thursday, October 13 2011 11:56 PM EDT2011-10-14 03:56:35 GMT
It is the most well known Halloween decoration display in the River City. The monsters, skeletons, ghouls and goblins are up at many homes along Hillcrest Avenue off Brownsboro Road. Last year, there were questions raised about possible permits. We looked at how things are going this year.More >>
Monday, October 10 2011 7:55 PM EDT2011-10-10 23:55:51 GMT
One judge called the new process for obtaining an emergency protective order in the first of its kind in Kentucky and the country. The new system, called an electronic emergency protective order or e-EPO, will greatly speed up the process when domestic violence victims seek protection from an abuser.More >>
Monday, October 10 2011 7:32 PM EDT2011-10-10 23:32:39 GMT
A Louisville man is charged with murder after a toddler died Sunday night. 36-year-old Larry Webster is behind bars at Metro Corrections accused of killing 3-year-old Ah'Haod Crawford.More >>
Thursday, October 6 2011 9:36 PM EDT2011-10-07 01:36:50 GMT
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A Louisville man who authorities said was mistakenly released from an Alabama jail has been arrested in the Metro. Joshua Gouker was found by Louisville Metro Police Thursday morning on Springdale Drive, not far from his home.More >>
Monday, October 3 2011 8:23 PM EDT2011-10-04 00:23:02 GMT
Some Hardin County residents said the subject of alcohol has divided the county and even some neighbors for years. A decade ago, you could not buy a glass of wine in the county. That was until residents voted to allow alcohol sales by the glass at restaurants. On Tuesday, Hardin County residents will hit the polls and decide on expanding alcohol sales in the county even further.More >>
Friday, September 30 2011 7:54 PM EDT2011-09-30 23:54:51 GMT
There has been a break in a cold case which WAVE 3 has been following for years. On Friday, Louisville Metro Police announced the arrest of a person in connection with the shooting death of a West End woman in 2005. Although it is six years later, the family of Kendrea Boykin said they had a sense of closure knowing that the person police believe may be responsible for her death is in police custody.More >>
Friday, September 16 2011 7:45 PM EDT2011-09-16 23:45:55 GMT
There's no doubt Ford's two local plants are staples in our community. So what about growth and development near the plants? We decided to take a look at the possibilities and talked to a commercial real estate agent.More >>
Saturday, September 10 2011 10:19 PM EDT2011-09-11 02:19:21 GMT
Saturday evening, traffic on I-65 at the Kennedy Bridge slowed to a crawl, while traffic on the Sherman Minton/ I-64 bridge in New Albany, was not there.More >>
Friday, September 9 2011 8:39 PM EDT2011-09-10 00:39:14 GMT
Dr. Judy Green, the embattled member of the Louisville Metro Council accused of mishandling funds by an ethics committee, has resigned her seat on the legislative body.More >>
Thursday, September 8 2011 7:11 PM EDT2011-09-08 23:11:37 GMT
The report of a small explosion, fire and chemical leak at one of Rubbertown's manufacturing facilities was not a real emergency but a simulation for dozens of emergency responders.More >>
Friday, August 12 2011 6:38 PM EDT2011-08-12 22:38:37 GMT
No one has seen or heard from her in nearly a year. As they continue looking for her, the daughters of Debra Lucas are asking the public for any sign of their mother.More >>
Thursday, August 11 2011 8:17 PM EDT2011-08-12 00:17:46 GMT
Police said they knew they were being watched, but that didn't seem to matter. Now that same surveillance video could be the key to catching them.More >>
Monday, August 8 2011 7:38 PM EDT2011-08-08 23:38:52 GMT
Millions of taxpayer dollars are coming to improve Louisville's VA facility, even though there are plans to eventually replace it. It comes at a time the facility planner said the $13 million in improvements you're paying for are needed in a building that is about 60 years old.
Monday, August 8 2011 9:47 AM EDT2011-08-08 13:47:18 GMT
Our recent string of heat in the 90s finally broke Saturday. And, a splash of needed rain fell on the area Saturday night. WAVE 3 wanted to know what the current and future impact is from our recent hot and dry weather.More >>
Saturday, August 6 2011 10:10 PM EDT2011-08-07 02:10:52 GMT
Hundreds turned out Saturday to say a final farewell to an African immigrant who was murdered outside his apartment earlier this week. WAVE 3 spoke with family member's of Karenzo Audace who are dealing with this tragic loss.More >>
Friday, August 5 2011 9:00 PM EDT2011-08-06 01:00:36 GMT
A burglary suspect took a Kentuckiana business owner on a wild ride. It's a WAVE 3 exclusive that takes us to New Cut Road in Fairdale where 61-year-old Walter Simmons told us he has never experienced anything like it.More >>
Monday, August 1 2011 12:01 PM EDT2011-08-01 16:01:34 GMT
Cesar Ivan Cano would have been 9 years old Sunday. His family, friends, supporters, prosecutors and investigators in his case all gathered Sunday, to dedicate a playground in honor of the child.More >>
Friday, July 29 2011 8:41 PM EDT2011-07-30 00:41:15 GMT
Higher interest rates, lost benefits like Social Security and Medicare. Those are some of the fears which are rising as the clock ticks to Tuesday's deadline. The debate over how to fix the problem has some people taking to the streets in protest.More >>
Thursday, July 28 2011 8:15 PM EDT2011-07-29 00:15:16 GMT
One day after Mayor Greg Fischer introduced the new man to lead Metro Animal Services, many of you are sounding off about 26-year-old Justin Scally. We did a little digging into his resume and background.More >>
Friday, July 15 2011 6:57 PM EDT2011-07-15 22:57:39 GMT
It's something some Metro Louisville government employees have waited for, for years. Friday, it became a reality. Mayor Greg Fischer signed an order offering domestic partner benefits to city employees, starting July 1st of next year.More >>
Thursday, July 14 2011 9:26 PM EDT2011-07-15 01:26:29 GMT
Louisville's Office of Employment and training has been busy the last week as 16,837 people lined up to try to snag one of the 1,100 jobs up for grabs at Ford. As he announced more than 100 new healthcare jobs coming to Louisville during a Thursday press conference, Mayor Greg Fischer says we're headed in the right direction.More >>
Sunday, July 10 2011 10:00 PM EDT2011-07-11 02:00:44 GMT
Before the 'Quaker State 400' NASCAR Sprint Cup race finished at the Kentucky Speedway Saturday night, our phones were ringing off the hook. Many of you also sent emails, tips and Facebook messages...all upset with the traffic nightmare.More >>
Tuesday, July 5 2011 4:18 PM EDT2011-07-05 20:18:36 GMT
After dropping off his friends just after 11:30 p.m. on June 26, 19-year-old Benjamin Koier was heading home on Taylorsville Road. A police report says 38-year-old Melissa Graham's car crossed into oncoming traffic near Pope Lick Road and hit Koier's car head-on. Both died at the scene. Now the family of one of the crash victims is speaking out.More >>
Saturday, June 25 2011 3:11 PM EDT2011-06-25 19:11:45 GMT
A prominent Central Kentucky doctor and his ex-wife are facing federal charges of having an illegal immigrant as a maid and holding her against her will.More >>
Wednesday, June 22 2011 10:21 AM EDT2011-06-22 14:21:40 GMT
A high school coach acquitted in the heat-related death of a player hopes new technology can spare other families any pain. Jason Stinson is trying to promote technology used to identify people who are more susceptible to heat stroke.More >>
Wednesday, June 22 2011 10:21 AM EDT2011-06-22 14:21:42 GMT
Despite the call of a group during a downtown rally to ignore the Ethics Commission's recommendation, five members of the Louisville Metro Council announced June 13 they will offer up a signed petition calling for the removal of Councilwoman Judy Green.More >>
Wednesday, June 22 2011 10:21 AM EDT2011-06-22 14:21:49 GMT
We are glad to say we got results for a Louisville woman said she couldn't get around because a thief stole her wheelchair ramp. After we brought you Mary Cook's story, it didn't take long before viewers contacted us. Now, Cook says her life is finally back to normal, thanks to the kindness of a complete stranger.More >>
Wednesday, June 22 2011 10:21 AM EDT2011-06-22 14:21:49 GMT
Weeks after the Ohio River seemed to take a deep breath and swallow many riverside homes and businesses, they are still feeling the effects of the flooding. City crews were still working Monday morning removing layers of thick mud coating much of Cox Park on River Road. Nearly, the Shell gas station sits empty.More >>
Wednesday, June 22 2011 10:21 AM EDT2011-06-22 14:21:48 GMT
The end is near and it's a whole lot closer than you'd think. That's according to one religious group out of California. They're claiming judgment day and the end of the world will take place this weekend. Saturday, May 21 is when the non-profit group Family Radio, based in Oakland, California, says judgment day will arrive.More >>
Wednesday, June 22 2011 10:21 AM EDT2011-06-22 14:21:48 GMT
As the Powell family's case moves forward with the man wanted by police in connection with their son's killing, the Zwicker family continues their search for answers.More >>
Wednesday, June 22 2011 10:21 AM EDT2011-06-22 14:21:47 GMT
According to the Exploited Children's Help Organization, or ECHO, a Louisville children's organization, three children have died in the United States this year after they were left in a hot car. On a bright spring day like Monday morning, the dangers for a child left in a hot car are clear.More >>
Wednesday, June 22 2011 10:21 AM EDT2011-06-22 14:21:47 GMT
Here in the Metro , once again we are counting our blessings. We did have some large trees uprooted, damage to homes and thousands lost power. But it could have been so much worse.More >>
Wednesday, June 22 2011 10:21 AM EDT2011-06-22 14:21:47 GMT
Less than two days after a EF-2 tornado ripped through Bedford, Indiana, residents, family and volunteers continue to clean up. For some, the piles of debris that used to be their homes are the only things left after the storm that flattened some houses and left others severely damaged.More >>
Wednesday, June 22 2011 10:21 AM EDT2011-06-22 14:21:46 GMT
Over the past 8 years, Louisville has spent more than $9 million taking care of abandoned and vacant homes. Thursday, Gov. Steve Beshear signed a law that will help the city get some cash back.More >>
Wednesday, June 22 2011 10:21 AM EDT2011-06-22 14:21:46 GMT
The job market for today's high school graduates and teenagers is much tougher than it was 10 years ago because there is more competition. With thousands of Kentuckiana students graduating high school this week, many of them are ready to get to work. But will they be able to find jobs? That's why we are working for you to find where they can look.More >>
Wednesday, June 22 2011 10:21 AM EDT2011-06-22 14:21:45 GMT
To honor the people who served during World War II, Honor Flight Bluegrass is taking a group of World War II veterans to Washington, DC. We sat down with one of the veterans making the trip.More >>
Wednesday, June 22 2011 10:21 AM EDT2011-06-22 14:21:44 GMT
The Ford Motor Company is making good on its promise to bring more jobs here to Louisville. They are hiring to fill hundreds of open positions and, as you can imagine, there is stiff competition.More >>
Wednesday, June 22 2011 10:21 AM EDT2011-06-22 14:21:44 GMT
Kentucky State Police are trying to make the roads of the Commonwealth safer for drivers and reduce the number of crashes involving commercial trucks. Law enforcement agents from across the state, nation, Canada and Mexico are inspecting thousands of commercial trucks in this year's 72-hour Road Check.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 11:19 PM EDT2013-05-25 03:19:49 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE 3) - The decision by the Boy Scouts of America to end its ban of openly gay scouts from the organization's activities has hundreds of Louisville Scouts and their parents wonderingMore >>
The decision by the Boy Scouts of America to end its ban of openly gay scouts from the organization's activities has hundreds of Louisville scouts and their parents wondering where they will meet.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 11:34 PM EDT2013-05-25 03:34:36 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) – Friday afternoon two home invasions are reported to police less than an hour apart. Police are trying to determine if the same group of people are responsible. The first robberyMore >>
Two home invasions are reported to Louisville Metro Police less than an hour apart and now officers are trying to determine if the same group of people are responsible.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 9:56 PM EDT2013-05-25 01:56:14 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY – A large heroin sting took place in the parking lot of a Dairy Queen. According to an LMPD arrest report, the bust took place last night at the Dairy Queen on Manslick Road. Officers reportedMore >>
Louisville Metro Police have busted a couple for heroin possession at a Louisville area Dairy Queen after they tried to hide the drugs in the floor of their vehicle.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 8:36 PM EDT2013-05-25 00:36:30 GMT
JEFFERSONVILLE, IN (WAVE) - A major drug bust unfolded Friday in a quiet Jeffersonville neighborhood not far from an elementary school. It happened around 2 p.m. at a home in the 3100 block of ClearstreamMore >>
A major drug bust unfolded Friday in a quiet Jeffersonville neighborhood not far from an elementary school. It happened around 2 p.m. at a home in the 3100 block of Clearstream Way.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 7:15 AM EDT2013-05-24 11:15:11 GMT
ELIZABETHTOWN, KY (WAVE) – An Elizabethtown mother is recovering from serious injuries she suffered when her SUV rolled onto her, pinning her underneath the vehicle. Kentucky State Police said ShannonMore >>
Shannon Gales' 2-year-old daughter was strapped in a car seat inside the vehicle when it overturned, according to Kentucky State Police. More >>
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