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Crime

2 teens recovering after shooting near the The Academy @ Shawnee

Updated: 26 minutes ago
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By WAVE Staff
Louisville Metro police officers were called after an 18-year-old and 19-year-old were shot.

Louisville Metro

Louisville Metro police said a driver was killed after flipping their car on Preston Highway...

Driver killed after flipping car on Preston Highway

Updated: 57 minutes ago
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By WAVE Staff
Louisville Metro police received a call to a crash that happened just past Male High School.

Louisville Metro

The city has seen triple-digit homicide numbers for the past four years in a row. 2021 was the...

Office for Safe & Healthy Neighborhoods sees 35% reduction in shootings over past 2 years

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By Noelle Friel
There was a 35% reduction in shootings in Louisville over the past two years, according to the Office for Safe & Healthy Neighborhoods. The city has seen triple-digit homicide numbers for the past four years in a row. 2021 was the peak, but over the past two years shootings have overall been on a decline.

Scott County

1 dead after shooting in Scottsburg, Indiana

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Charles Gazaway
The shooting was reported around 1 a.m. in the 2900 block of E. SR 56 in Scottsburg.

Crime

A man is in “critical condition” at University of Louisville Hospital after a shooting...

LMPD investigating after man killed in shooting on Taylor Boulevard

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By Derek Brightwell and Quenton Robertson
A man is dead after a shooting on Taylor Boulevard Wednesday evening, according to the Louisville Metro Police Department.

Kentucky

St. Vincent Du Paul shares their concerns regarding how camping sites for the houseless...

Safer Kentucky Act drawing concerns from organizations supporting the houseless community

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By Brandon Spencer
St. Vincent Du Paul shares their concerns regarding how camping sites for the houseless community will be policed with the 'Safer Kentucky Act'.

Louisville Metro

LMPD agrees to new contract with city’s police union eying transparency and discipline

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Sean Baute
Louisville Metro Government and the River City Fraternal Order of Police have reached a tentative deal for the next four years pending approval form metro council.

Kentucky Derby 150

Vote now at wave3.com

VOTE NOW: What should Shannon Cogan wear on Derby Day?

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Shannon Cogan
If you vote, you could win prizes.

News

An assistant attorney general provides some guidance to Jefferson Circuit Judge Mitch Perry

Attorney General says judge can rule on Churchill’s Baffert ban

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Mark Stevens
The Attorney General's legal advice means Zedan Racing Stables effort to overturn Churchill Downs Bob Baffert ban is still possible.

Thunder Over Louisville

Police in Southern Indiana have released information that spectators for Thunder Over...

Southern Indiana readies for Thunder Over Louisville

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By David Mattingly
A single day of Thunder Over Louisville means five times the normal sales for businesses. For public safety officials, the potential for 100,000 visitors means the end of a year’s worth of planning.
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Weather

A few rain showers are possible on Thursday night.

FORECAST: Warmth brings strong storm threat Thursday night

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Ryan Hoke
Temperatures will only sink down into the mid 50s early Thursday morning.

Crime

Taylor Humphreys, 22, has been arrested and booked at metro corrections on charges of wanton...

Shepherdsville woman arrested after almost hitting officers investigating deadly hit-and-run

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Ward Jolles
A woman has been arrested after LMPD said she went around a roadblock and almost hit officers as they were investigating a deadly hit-and-run.

Events

“Eat, Drink, Germantown” kicks off at 6 p.m. Thursday at the Germantown Gables event venue on...

‘Eat, Drink, Germantown’ kicks off Thursday evening

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Derek Brightwell and WAVE Staff
“Eat, Drink, Germantown” kicks off at 6 p.m. Thursday at the Germantown Gables event venue on Swan Street.

Louisville Metro

Norton Children’s opens center for child abuse victims

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By WAVE Staff
It’s located at the Home of the Innocents on East Market Street.

Louisville Metro

Louisville firefighters battle vacant property blaze in Hazelwood neighborhood

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By WAVE Staff
LFD Arson is investigating the cause of the fire.

Crime

Crime Scene

Louisville police find man shot to death in Portland neighborhood

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By Julia Huffman
The man was found in the 1600 Block of Nelligan Avenue around 10:15 a.m.

Top Story

For thumbs

StormTALK! BLOG 4/17/24

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By Brian Goode
WAVE Weather Blog Update with Brian Goode

Louisville Metro

Job fair set to be held at the Kentucky Career Center

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By WAVE Staff
This one will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, April 24.

Louisville Metro

Former archdiocese employee sues Louisville Metro councilwoman

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By WAVE Staff
He claims he was fired after a debate involving the terms “West End vs. West Louisville.”

Scott County

Scott County Sheriff's Office

Scott County votes to refinance sheriff’s Ford patrol cars to avoid repossession

Updated: Apr. 16, 2024 at 11:50 PM EDT
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By Alena Noakes and Mark Stevens
There were tense moments as the Scott County Sheriff’s Office fought to keep Ford from repossessing three patrol cars, and the county council fought back saying they were never told about the expense.

Derby 150: Moments in History

Gallant Man

Moments in Derby History: A bad dream proves to be prophetic

Updated: Apr. 16, 2024 at 6:28 PM EDT
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By John Boel
It became known as the ‘Bad Dream Derby’ because Gallant Man’s owner had a dream a couple of nights before the Derby that his jockey misjudged the finish line.

Kentucky

Kentucky General Assembly wraps up 2024 legislative session

Updated: Apr. 16, 2024 at 5:56 PM EDT
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By Sean Baute
The 2024 legislative session in Kentucky saw a handful of controversial bills and budget line items, but it also created some universally applauded results.

Louisville Metro

Riders react to TARC’s proposed 2025 budget changes that look to decrease routes

Riders react to TARC’s proposed 2025 budget changes that look to decrease routes

Updated: Apr. 16, 2024 at 5:44 PM EDT
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By Marresa Burke
On Monday, TARC’s board of directors submitted a budget proposal that would essentially decrease routes over the next few years.

Thunder Over Louisville

Plenty of viewing, party options still available for Thunder Over Louisville

Thunder parties prep for thousands

Updated: Apr. 16, 2024 at 5:02 PM EDT
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By David Mattingly
With the promise of 400 drones and a finale that will have people talking, it sounds like Thunder Over Louisville 2024 will not be a ‘same-ole’ Thunder experience.

Kentucky Derby 150

150 years of Derby fashion trends: Churchill Down's releases first-ever style guide

150 years of Derby fashion trends: Churchill Downs releases first-ever style guide

Updated: Apr. 16, 2024 at 5:02 PM EDT
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By Marresa Burke
The style guide pays homage to over a century of iconic looks and shows how we’ve modernized Derby fashion.

Crime

Juan F. Munzo Alcala

Man arrested in connection to fatal Preston Highway hit-and-run

Updated: Apr. 16, 2024 at 4:39 PM EDT
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By Samantha Murray
36-year-old Juan F. Munzo Alcala was charged with murder, aggravated DUI, wanton endangerment, and no insurance.

News

Imagination, owned by Dianne Bashor and trained by Bob Baffert qualified for the Kentucky...

2nd horse owner with Baffert as trainer wants judge to overturn Churchill ban

Updated: Apr. 16, 2024 at 4:10 PM EDT
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By Mark Stevens
If Baffert is reinstated the Derby field could be reset by horses bumping others out.

Crime

Kyle Knezevich, 36.

Former EKU professor sentenced for attempting to produce child pornography

Updated: Apr. 16, 2024 at 3:53 PM EDT
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By WKYT News Staff
A former EKU professor was sentenced for attempting to produce child pornography on Tuesday.

Louisville Metro

Former archdiocese employee sues councilwoman, claims her letter cost him his job

Former archdiocese employee sues councilwoman, claims her letter cost him his job

Updated: Apr. 16, 2024 at 3:47 PM EDT
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By WAVE Staff and Samantha Murray
Former Archdiocese Office of Multicultural Ministry employee Bob Frazier is suing District Five Metro Councilwoman Donna Purvis.

NextGen TV

Kimberly Sheppherd (left), Billy Shepperd (center), and Allen Newkirk (right).

Northern Kentucky mother, 2 others arrested after death of newborn baby

Updated: Apr. 16, 2024 at 3:03 PM EDT
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By Jennifer Edwards Baker, Brittany Harry and Mary LeBus
The case began on March 1, 2023.

Thunder Over Louisville

Your guide to Thunder Over Louisville

Thunder Over Louisville 2024: Everything you need to know

Updated: Apr. 16, 2024 at 2:09 PM EDT
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By Julia Huffman
Thunder Over Louisville returns on Saturday, April 20, leading the kickoff to the 150th Kentucky Derby. Here's what you need to know.

News

Aylin Arias was arrested April 15, 2024 on charges of forgery, perjury, official misconduct...

Louisville notary arrested for her alleged help covering up her partner’s stolen truck

Updated: Apr. 16, 2024 at 12:57 PM EDT
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By Ward Jolles
A notary at the Jefferson County Clerk’s office was arrested Monday after police say she helped cover up her partner’s stolen vehicle.

News

Man wanted in connection to Boost Mobile arson arrested

Louisville man charged with arson for Boost Mobile store fire that left 2 injured

Updated: Apr. 16, 2024 at 12:17 PM EDT
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By Ward Jolles
The man who LMPD had been looking for in connection to an arson at a Boost Mobile store on April 7 has been arrested, according to arrest documents.

Louisville Metro

Louisville Metro Mayor Craig Greenberg speaking at ChooseWell Communities in Shelby Park for...

Mayor Greenberg speaks on wellness efforts, JCPS bus issues during weekly update

Updated: Apr. 16, 2024 at 12:17 PM EDT
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By WAVE Staff
Community leaders joined him Tuesday morning at ChooseWell Communities in Shelby Park.

Louisville Metro

Academy at Shawnee

JCPS says active aggressor reports at the Academy at Shawnee were false

Updated: Apr. 16, 2024 at 12:07 PM EDT
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By Julia Huffman
Reports of an active aggressor were made at the Academy at Shawnee Tuesday morning.

Crime

Man dead after overnight shooting in Shively

Updated: Apr. 16, 2024 at 11:43 AM EDT
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By WAVE Staff
Shively police received a call about a man who had been shot on Appleton Lane.

Crime

Woman identified after being killed in hit-and-run on Preston Highway

Updated: Apr. 16, 2024 at 5:52 AM EDT
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By WAVE Staff
The coroner identified the bicyclist as 39-year-old Jennifer Lynn Davis.

JCPS Transportation

Amid the ongoing fallout of the JCPS decision to cut some bus routes next school year, city...

City leaders look to TARC as possible solution to JCPS transportation issues

Updated: Apr. 16, 2024 at 12:59 AM EDT
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By Alena Noakes
Amid the ongoing fallout of the JCPS decision to cut some bus routes next school year, city leaders are looking to TARC drivers to offer an alternate solution.

Derby 150: Moments in History

Steve Cauthen

Moments in Derby History: A kid’s Triple Crown triumph

Updated: Apr. 15, 2024 at 6:36 PM EDT
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By John Boel
At an age when most 16-year-olds were learning to drive cars, Steve Cauthen was learning to drive 1,000 lb. thoroughbreds.

Louisville Metro

WAVE Bed Racer

Pleasure Ridge High School’s welding program gives sneak peak of WAVE’s bed racer

Updated: Apr. 15, 2024 at 6:31 PM EDT
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By WAVE Staff
Be sure to tune into WAVE on Monday, April 29, as we bring you all the live action from the competitive division.

Kentucky

Scott Blair

Perry Co. Commonwealth’s Attorney resigns after arrest

Updated: Apr. 15, 2024 at 6:15 PM EDT
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By RJ Johnson
Blair was arrested Friday for reportedly using his position of authority to “assist various individuals who were facing criminal charges” between April 2020 and March 2024.

Education

Robbie Fletcher.

Kentucky Senate confirms new education commissioner

Updated: Apr. 15, 2024 at 5:37 PM EDT
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By WKYT News Staff
The Kentucky Senate has confirmed the next Commissioner of Education.

News

Jefferson Circuit Court Judge Mitch Perry could reset the Kentucky Derby field if he grants a...

Judge expects to rule on Baffert suspension by week’s end

Updated: Apr. 15, 2024 at 5:01 PM EDT
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By Mark Stevens
The ruling could allow Muth to enter the Kentucky Derby.

Floyd County

Tracy Davenport

Embattled pool business owner Tracy Davenport sentenced to 730 days in prison

Updated: Apr. 15, 2024 at 4:28 PM EDT
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By Ward Jolles
Davenport pleaded guilty to nine different felonies including theft, fraud, and corrupt business practices after her business, Davenport Extreme Pools and Spas, scammed these homeowners out of their money.

Kentucky Derby 150

Derby Festival’s $1 million hole-in-one contest returns

Kentucky Derby Festival’s $1 million hole-in-one contest returns

Updated: Apr. 15, 2024 at 3:50 PM EDT
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By WAVE Staff and Samantha Murray
You only need $1 to take a swing at winning $1 million in the Kentucky Derby Festival’s annual Hole-in-One Contest.

Food

Louisville Taco Week

Louisville Taco Week returns for its 6th year offering great deals on tacos and more

Updated: Apr. 15, 2024 at 3:04 PM EDT
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By WAVE Staff
The event runs from April 15 through April 21, with participating restaurants offering $2.50 taco options.

Kentucky

Federal prosecutors say the doctors orchestrated the illegal prescribing and health care fraud...

NKY pain clinic owner, doctor sentenced in $4 million urine drug testing scheme, attorney general says

Updated: Apr. 15, 2024 at 12:25 PM EDT
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By FOX19 Digital Staff
They were convicted on March 23. 2023.

Louisville Metro

Norton Children's Hospital

Juvenile seriously injured in rollover crash on Poplar Level Road

Updated: Apr. 15, 2024 at 12:04 PM EDT
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By Julia Huffman
The crash happened Monday around 10:20 a.m.

Kentucky

Former University of Kentucky president David Roselle has died.

Former University of Kentucky president dies

Updated: Apr. 15, 2024 at 11:54 AM EDT
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By WKYT News Staff
Former University of Kentucky president David Roselle has died.

Clark County

Wade Roberts

Indiana man charged in hit-and-run involving horse-and-buggy

Updated: Apr. 15, 2024 at 11:36 AM EDT
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By Julia Huffman
The crash happened Sunday on US Route 31 in Henryville, Indiana around 6:30 p.m.
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