Gerth was shot and killed at Jefferson Square Park on Saturday.

The founder of a local outreach group told WAVE 3 News that Louisville needs to do a better job helping the homeless in the city.

A new mural honoring lives lost that are fueling the protests across the nation is going up in Louisville.

Random Acts of Kindness needs 2,000 snack kits by Saturday to be distributed to day campers.

Two friends are taking their grief and anger from the movement against racial injustice and police brutality and turning it into change for the community.

The one-day route bused people from TARC's Union Station headquarters at 10th and Broadway to the Kentucky Expo Center.

Supporters of Greenwood Cemetery say the Chickasaw Neighborhood landmark continues to suffer from neglect after years of mismanagement.

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Bellarmine Men's Basketball announced its updated camp dates for the summer of 2020 on Wednesday with six different camps being conducted.

The group spearheaded by NABVETS Region VI took time to clean off headstones of veterans and others to make sure they are not forgotten.

On Monday, low-contact youth sports resumed in Kentucky after a nearly three-month closure due to COVID-19.

McAtee was shot and killed by Kentucky National Guard members outside his barbecue restaurant in West Louisville.

Amid nationwide civil unrest, Alpha Media, a radio partner of WAVE 3 News, is joining stations from across the United States for a special airing of “United for Justice - A Day of Discussion."

Originally postponed until August and September, Kentucky Derby Festival anchor events Thunder Over Louisville, the miniMarathon and the Pegasus Parade all have now been canceled.

Gov. Beshear said Monday he is committed to providing health coverage for all African Americans in Kentucky.

The new training center for certified nursing assistants is set to give new life to a formerly vacant space and be a sign of hope for the community.

The Louisville Free Public Library is now offering curbside pickup, as administrators work on a plan to fully reopen Louisville locations.

On Thursday, several community members responded to a Facebook event calling for supply donations at Metro United Way.

The Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana dropped off a big donation of cookies to local EMS workers at Teamsters Local 783 Union headquarters on Beulah Church Road.

"When you see that unity, it just makes you realize there are good people in the world and it is going to get better,” Paula Hunter, co-owner of the Black Italian in the Highlands, said.

Groups of people from every walk of life banned together to clean up the city after several consecutive nights of demonstrations.

On Tuesday, as Louisville entered day six of protests, young, African American leaders talked about concrete ways to move the city forward.

Smaller crowds, less access and fewer hours are just a few of the changes that could give a 2020 Kentucky State Fair a completely different look under the cloud of COVID-19.

Jefferson County Public Schools finished coursework for the school year on Wednesday, but the district's meal distribution program will continue through the summer.

The state fair is held at the Kentucky Expo Center in Louisville each year.

Changes are being implemented at YMCA facilities to protect staff and visitors.

For the third year in a row, the organization hosted their annual Memorial Day equine session in Elk Creek.

Calli Halaris started making the sweet treat after getting her hands on an ice cream maker; then one sale led to another.

The Newburg Church of Christ wanted to help those in need during times of social distancing by hosting a community drive-up cookout.

Volunteers took time out of their day to memorialize those who fought for our freedom, putting flags at headstones to recognize all the veterans laid to rest at Eastern Cemetery.

The coronavirus closed mosques and altered traditions for Muslims during Islam’s holy month. That’s also changing how Muslims celebrate their holiday Sunday.

A Louisville veteran celebrated his 102nd birthday Friday with dozens of cars driving up and wishing him a happy birthday.

“I would hope that Americans would not stop honoring the individuals because they cannot come to a ceremony,” a retired Marine told WAVE 3 News.

Friday marked a big milestone for JCPS. The district served its one millionth meal to students at its emergency food sites.

Gilda’s Club Kentuckiana has delivered thousands of donated green light bulbs to people throughout Kentucky, Indiana and other parts of the country.

The Riverview Independence Festival has been canceled for 2020.

Since local schools closed due to the coronavirus outbreak, many have been providing meals to students who rely on the meal programs.

A 94-year-old veteran who served in World War II received a special surprise Saturday as dozens of vehicles drove by to wish him a happy birthday.

One local restaurant is looking out for folks in need by giving out a free hot meal.

The Cardinal Dames usually support UofL athletes at school, but once a month they make a mission to help someone else. Now the Dames are helping feed UofL workers fighting the front line battle.

A Georgetown, Indiana institution for nearly 70 years, Polly’s Freeze gets ready to open again on Thursday. This summer, customers will notice some changes to keep customers safe from coronavirus.

Mission BBQ provided free meals to Veterans today in honor of Armed Forces Week.

Yard signs designed by Down Syndrome of Louisville with the message “Kindness is not canceled” were placed in the yards of more than 500 families with individuals in the home with Down syndrome.

“I don't take lightly the efforts that are being made to return and to participation in mass,” Archbishop Joseph Kurtz said.

The Nulu Bock Fest has been cancelled for this year, but will return in 2021.

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet says work will begin May 26 to replace the nearly 100-year-old bridge spanning the South Fork of Beargrass Creek.

Maurice Beckley wants people in the California neighborhood of Louisville to take the virus more seriously.

Mother’s Day is just two days away, and florists all over the Tri-State are working hard to fill orders.

Family members had a chance to talk to their loved ones through windows after the parade with masks on.

The Steven Vanover Foundation, named after a Louisville man who died from a rare form of cancer in 2015, has made $25,000 donations to the two hospitals that treated him before he died.

Ruth Evelyn Harrington lives in Kuttawa.

The Kentucky Air National Guard planned the flyover for front line workers.

Daughters of the American Revolution members have made 250,000 fabric masks for essential workers nationwide.

The Ancient Order of Hibernian Hero Relief Initiative also plans to feed all the city department workers and hospital employees.

Norton Healthcare asked the community to send in cards to workers to thank them for what they are doing to treat COVID-19 patients.

The donation covered groceries during the first hour of shopping from 7 to 8 a.m., the hour dedicated to seniors and the more vulnerable shoppers.

The animals paid a visit to residents at Wesley Manor.

A Germantown pub helped those in need by providing hot meals to anyone who needed one Monday night.