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Lonnie Ali, wife of Muhammad Ali, gets vaccinated, urges others to follow suit
Ali is now part of the movement to increase confidence in the COVID-19 vaccine.
Several highly contagious COVID variants detected in Jefferson County
For the first time since October, Louisville out of the “Red Zone” for COVID-19 cases, but health officials said it’s still important to remain vigilant as three highly-contagious variants of the virus were detected in Jefferson County.
South Carolina Senate adds firing squad to execution methods
South Carolina senators have added a firing squad to the electric chair as alternatives if the state can’t kill condemned inmates with lethal injection.
JCPS unveils hybrid reopening plan
The Jefferson County Board of Education approved the phased-in reopening of schools to start on March 17.
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582 new COVID-19 related cases, 31 new deaths reported in Indiana
The state has a 3.6% positivity rate.
Kangaroo escapes farm in small Alabama town
This is not Kangaroo Jack, but we’re told the search for a kangaroo spotted in Winfield will pick back up Tuesday morning.
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Pedestrian hit, killed on Preston Highway
The incident was reported near the intersection of Preston Highway at Indian Trail around 5:30 a.m. Tuesday, Louisville Metro Police Department spokesman Dwight Mitchell said.
Family remembers TARC driver, gun violence advocate killed 10 years after son
Family and friends are remembering both Jarboe and her son after she was shot and killed last summer.
Teens help more than 800 people sign up for vaccinations in Kentucky
Jacqueline Teague, 16, and Amele Beck, 14, help people on a regular basis through their program ‘Vaxconnectky.’
Gov. Beshear: Increasing capacity guidance, vaccine supply in Kentucky
Beshear announced capacity restrictions to certain businesses and public areas would also be updated starting Friday, March 5.
Teen girl, 15, hospitalized following shooting
Anyone with information is asked to call the LMPD Anonymous Tip Line at (502) 574-LMPD.
Breonna’s Law supporters plan caravan from Louisville to Frankfort Tuesday
Rep. Attica Scott is calling for support of the statewide passage of House Bill 21 to ban no-knock warrants in Kentucky.
LMPD: Teenage girl killed in vehicle collision on Dixie Highway
The collision was reported near the 7700 block of Dixie Highway, just south of St. Andrews Church Road.
Finding your voice, fighting for equality: The story of Dinnie Thompson
Information for Dinnie Thompson and enslaved women born in Kentucky can almost be followed from her birth.
The sky’s the limit: Julius Calloway’s legacy
Julius Calloway is weaved all throughout the rich history of American aviation.
Johnson & Johnson vaccine could be in people’s arm in days
Four million doses of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine will be out by the end of this week across the country.
New I-65 interchange ramp in Bullitt County open for traffic
Construction on the interchange began in January 2019 after the $30 million project was awarded to Louisville Paving and Construction the previous December.
Are you in vaccination Phase 1C? Don’t delay in getting an appointment
Phase 1C is the largest group of people eligible for COVID-19 vaccinations yet.
Causes for declining COVID cases, deaths could be numerous
A potentially changing tide in the fight against coronavirus can be seen in the statistics used to track the disease.
Homeowners work to cleanup after flooding
The heavy rains that fell on Sunday had homeowners across WAVE Country cleaning up on Monday.
Indiana athlete, 27, dies two months after COVID diagnosis
Dani Riley spent her days helping women at a correctional facility and weekends exploring the outdoors near her home city of Madison before her death.
Johnson & Johnson vaccine arrives in Louisville
The newly authorized Johnson & Johnson vaccine has arrived in Louisville.
Colon cancer screenings down since pandemic
March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month.
Jeffersonville Township Public Library reopens its doors
In the 12 months since COVID-19 caused shutdowns, some libraries in Southern Indiana have made big changes.
Archdiocese calls J&J vaccine ‘morally corrupt’ for use of abortion cells
New Orleans religious leaders says the Johnson & Johnson vaccine is "morally compromised."
Williamsburg Police officers looking for the body of a missing woman
Laura Anderson went missing in February 2018.
Jennings County man arrested for deadly crash on I-65
One man has been arrested after a crash on Interstate 65 Sunday lead to the death of a 47-year-old man from Tennessee.
Beshear declares state of emergency due to heavy rainfall
Governor Andy Beshear declared the start of emergency Sunday evening.
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Mayor’s Event Coordinator arrested after alleged drunken crash
Younger admitted to police he had been drinking when he crashed the vehicle.
Phase 1C of vaccinations begin on Monday, age will be a priority
This adds nearly a quarter of Kentuckians to the list of people who can be vaccinated.
Two shootings reported across Louisville Sunday evening
Both victims are expected to survive
Police: Porch Pirate steals 4-year-old’s package in N. Charleston
A father says his 4-year-old son saved $20 to purchase a toy from Amazon.
Flooding a problem for some in Louisville following heavy rainfall
Flooding gave some a headache on Sunday. It shut down roads and parks across WAVE Country.
Gov. Beshear: Seventh consecutive week of declining case reports, 675 new COVID cases Sunday
As of Sunday, at least 687,823 Kentuckians have received their first dose of the COVID vaccine.
Gilda’s Club Kentuckiana faces thousands in damage due to flooding
An environmental cleanup company was sent to the location, where the current estimate of damages is at least $75 thousand.
Police investigating Russell neighborhood shooting
Calls came in around 12:30 p.m. to the 500 block of South 18th Street Sunday for reports of a shooting.
Affidavit: Man charged with sexual battery after incident at Evansville business
One man is in jail on a sexual battery charge after an incident at an Evansville business Saturday.
Indiana State Department of Health Sunday update: 736 new cases, 17 new deaths
Sunday’s report confirmed an additional 736 cases of COVID-19 in Indiana.
Johnson & Johnson vaccine brings third option in battle against COVID
Doctors say the one-dose shot is just as safe as the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines.
Shooting investigation underway downtown
The victim was found a few miles from where the shooting happened.
Fire crews investigate heavy fire, reports of explosion at vacant Bon Air home
Fire crews were sent to the 3000 block of Hendon Road at 4:18 p.m. Saturday for reports of an explosion.
Peppa Pig theme park set for Legoland Florida Resort in 2022
A standalone Peppa Pig theme park is set to open next year at the Legoland Florida Resort, park officials announced Thursday.
Gov. Beshear: 1,025 new cases of COVID-19 in Ky., 25 new deaths
Beshear confirmed the commonwealth’s positivity rate is now at 5.56 percent based on a seven-day rolling average.
Former Churchill Downs President, CEO Albert Lynn Stone dies at 95
Stone started at Churchill Downs in 1961, working as resident manager.
Health experts push importance of getting COVID-19 tested even if you’re vaccinated
One COVID-19 testing site says they are noticing a slight decrease in testing. They say just because the vaccine is going out, doesn’t mean people no longer need to be tested.
More pop-up sites in near future to vaccinate Louisville
UofL Health looks for more facilities to host pop up vaccination sights
Indiana State Department of Health Saturday update: 897 new cases, 27 new deaths
Seven-day positivity rate for COVID-19 tests in the state is now listed as 3.9 percent.
Ethan learns new tricks, hits goal weight in latest KHS updates
Ethan the dog’s recovery tale continues on as the Kentucky Humane Society shows off the popular pup at his healthiest and happiest yet.
Duke Energy closing southern Indiana power plant early
The utility’s R. Gallagher power plant, which boasts twin smokestacks that have long towered over the Ohio River city of New Albany, was scheduled to be retired in 2022.
Chagrin Valley dispatcher helps owner save choking dog
Dispatcher Marra previously worked at a veterinarian clinic.
Dispute over mask-wearing led to murder of Tulane Police Officer; suspect arrested
Tulane Police Officer Martinus Mitchum was shot while providing security for a basketball game at George Washington Carver High School
Christopher 2X: 13 straight months of double-digit homicide numbers based on LMPD reports
With 14 homicides reported in February this year, it has surpassed the record number of homicides reported in the month from previous years.
Police locate missing Louisville woman, found safe
Louisville Metro Police has issued an Operation Return Home for a 22-year-old woman last seen Friday.
NASA’s DC headquarters is being renamed for ‘Hidden Figures’ scientist Mary Jackson
NASA renamed its DC headquarters building in honor of Mary Jackson, the first African American female engineer.
Homebound Hoosiers program brings vaccine to Indiana residents at home
Homebound Indiana residents who are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine but are unable to travel to a vaccination site will now have an option to have the vaccine come to them.
Louisville family crushed by gun violence turns pain into positivity
Those at Game Changers are striving to deliver their services to those who are looking to escape violent choices and environments.
Marshall explains emotional ‘yes’ vote to reopen JCPS schools
Joe Marshall, who was seen hesitantly voting ‘yes’ with his head in his hands, helped carry the 4 to 3 decision.
Alabaster teen surprised by friends after brain trauma hospitalizes him for months
They lined the street of his house, on both sides of the road, waiting for his arrival, back from the hospital.
People 60+ will take priority as Tier 1C vaccinations begin in Kentucky
People who are age 60 and older will be the priority Monday once Kentucky residents in Tier 1C are able to sign up for COVID-19 vaccines.
Concerns remain over Louvax vaccine process
WAVE 3 News Viewers asked for more information on how volunteers at Broadbent Arena are vaccinated.