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Top Story

Coroner identifies 3 people who drowned in Green River Lake within 2 weeks

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Julia Huffman
The Taylor County coroner released the identities of three people who died in separate drownings at Green River Lake.

Crime

Crime Scene

Meade County death investigation underway after woman found dead inside home

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Julia Huffman
Detectives who responded said foul play is suspected.

Digital Derby Guide

Since Churchill Downs began its Spring Meet, 12 horses have died at the racetrack, prompting...

Necropsy results released for 3 horses that died at Churchill Downs

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By Dustin Vogt
Since Churchill Downs began its Spring Meet, 12 horses have died at the racetrack, prompting investigation into track conditions and safety initiatives.

Louisville Metro

Lynn Family Stadium

‘Jumping Jellyfish!’: Racing Louisville to host Nickelodeon SpongeBob SquarePants Day

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By Julia Huffman
The themed day will be held Sunday, June 18, at Lynn Family Stadium to coincide with its 4 p.m. game against NJ/NY Gotham FC.

Crime

Daniel Bell appeared in court on Monday for the deadly crash that happened around 2 a.m. on...

Louisville man charged with murder in DUI crash killing 1, injuring 5

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By Dustin Vogt and Sean Baute
A 24-year-old man has been charged with murder in connection to a crash in the Irish Hill neighborhood early Sunday morning that killed one man and injured five other people.

Local

Water faucet

Brandenburg declares local state of emergency after pump failure at water plant

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By Julia Huffman
The Mayor said once the water is restored, the city will be under a system-wide boil water advisory.

Events

Bicycles take over a closed Bardstown Road for CycLOUvia in the highlands, Sunday October...

Road closures announced for Main Street CycLOUvia

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By Dustin Vogt
Louisville Metro is preparing for its upcoming CycLOUvia event, closing a portion of the road to vehicle traffic allowing residents to use bicycles, skateboards and more.

Digital Derby Guide

Gamblers place their bets on horse races

Hundreds out of work following Churchill Downs meet move

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Mark Stevens
The mystery behind the deaths of a dozen racehorses prompted the early closure of the Spring Meet at Churchill Downs.

Crime

Jamison Joyner, 25

25-year-old Louisville man accused of entering home, attempting to kidnap young girl

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By David Mattingly
Documents said the father chased the suspect out of the house.

Louisville Metro

Louisville Metro Police received calls of a car crashing into a building in the 2600 block of...

Car hits building housing day care in Park Hill neighborhood

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Dustin Vogt
Louisville Metro Police received calls of a car crashing into a building in the 2600 block of Dumesnil Street that housed a day care facility
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Louisville Metro

Louisville woman surprised with $1 million Kentucky Lottery Powerball win

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Dustin Vogt
One Louisville woman is $1 million richer after a surprise win playing the Kentucky Lottery Powerball game.

Positively WAVE

WAVE Troubleshooter tangos for Louisville’s most vulnerable

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Natalia Martinez
WAVE News is teaming up with Feed My Neighbor to raise funds for the Sandefur Dining Room at the Cathedral of the Assumption.

Crime

Man accused of raping woman in Louisville bar restroom

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Dustin Vogt
The woman told police the suspect began touching her inappropriately and kissing her neck, and when she screamed for help, he allegedly held her down.

Breonna Taylor

Breonna Taylor honored on 30th birthday; organization announces campaign against AG Daniel Cameron

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Dustin Vogt and Kennedy Hayes
Until Freedom announced they are starting a statewide campaign to stop Attorney General Daniel Cameron from winning the upcoming election for Kentucky’s governor.

Events

Riverview Independence Festival celebrates Fourth of July weekend at Riverview Park

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Dustin Vogt
This year’s festival includes live music, a fireworks performance and much more.

Events

WonderFest sci-fi convention returns to Louisville this June

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Dustin Vogt
All things science fiction and movie magic will be returning to Louisville this June.

Louisville Metro

Man killed in Fern Creek neighborhood crash

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Dustin Vogt
Calls came in to dispatchers around 5:45 a.m. on Monday on reports of a crash in the 5200 block of Billtown Road.

Crime

Man killed in St. Anthony Church Road shooting identified by officials

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 12:55 AM EDT
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By Quenton Robertson
Officers responded to a report of a shooting in the 7400 block of St. Anthony Church Road around 11:30 p.m.

Louisville Metro

‘It will always be here’: Horse racing fans take to Churchill Downs for last spring races

Updated: Jun. 4, 2023 at 11:37 PM EDT
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By Brandon Spencer
Hundreds of horse racing fans head to Churchill Downs for the last races of the Spring Meet despite safety concerns.

Crime

Man arrested after allegedly vandalizing Fallen Officers Memorial, assaulting someone

Updated: Jun. 4, 2023 at 10:47 PM EDT
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By Quenton Robertson
Video surveillance helped officers find and catch the suspect near the intersection of 4th Street and Muhammad Ali Boulevard, according to officials.

Crime

Man in hospital after stabbing in Wyandotte/Oakdale neighborhood

Updated: Jun. 4, 2023 at 6:41 PM EDT
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By Quenton Robertson
Officers responded to a report of a shooting in the 900 block of West Whitney Avenue around 5:30 p.m.

Crime

Man in hospital after shooting in Algonquin

Updated: Jun. 4, 2023 at 6:34 PM EDT
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By Quenton Robertson
Officers responded to a report of a shooting in the 1700 block of West Gaulbert Avenue around 5:15 p.m.

Oldham County

22-year-old from Prospect killed in crash

Updated: Jun. 4, 2023 at 4:13 PM EDT
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By Julia Huffman
Investigators are still working to determine what caused the crash.

Crime

Coroner identifies 38-year-old killed on Jacob Street

Updated: Jun. 4, 2023 at 3:44 PM EDT
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By Quenton Robertson
Deputy Coroner Sam Rogers confirmed the cause of death was gunshot wounds.

Louisville Metro

Louisville police respond to multiple overnight calls reporting street racing

Updated: Jun. 4, 2023 at 3:27 PM EDT
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By Julia Huffman
LMPD said they responded to 27 calls for service at various locations throughout the city from Saturday night until early Sunday.

Crime

Man taken to hospital after shooting in Portland neighborhood

Updated: Jun. 4, 2023 at 10:49 AM EDT
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By Julia Huffman
There are no suspects at this time.

Louisville Metro

24-year-old killed in crash that injured 5 others in Irish Hill neighborhood identified

Updated: Jun. 4, 2023 at 8:57 AM EDT
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By Julia Huffman
LMPD said one of the passengers died in the crash before he could be taken to the hospital.

Events

‘We’re losing our kids everyday’: Community leaders take stand against gun violence

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 11:35 PM EDT
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By Brandon Spencer
Representative Morgan McGarvey and other Louisville community leaders host events to address gun violence.

Crime

Louisville Law Enforcement Memorial vandalized again

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 11:22 PM EDT
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By Quenton Robertson
As of the writing of this article, there are no official plans to move the monument.

Positively WAVE

8-year-old girl from Indiana inspires others through fashion

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 11:11 PM EDT
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By Marresa Burke
Hadley McNulty from Corydon, Indiana been selected to represent the clothing brand Evsie.

Crime

Man in hospital after shooting on Roy Wilkins Avenue

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 5:49 PM EDT
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By Quenton Robertson
Officers responded to UofL Hospital on a report of a walk-in gunshot wound victim around 4 p.m.

Crime

LMPD enforces new ‘street racing’ ordinance

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 5:10 PM EDT
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By Quenton Robertson
LMPD said more hearings are scheduled for other drivers.

Events

Louisville Sports Commission hosts Corporate Games

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 4:49 PM EDT
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By Quenton Robertson
The Corporate Games is a community-wide event that hopes to bring employees from Louisville’s businesses together for a day of friendly competition.

Crime

21-year-old killed in Shively identified; victim’s father in custody

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 4:46 PM EDT
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By WAVE Staff
A suspect was arrested at the scene without incident.

Louisville Metro

Zoneton Fire says no one injured in mobile home fire

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 4:11 PM EDT
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By Julia Huffman
Carlson said the high temperatures and lack of fire hydrants caused first responders to bring in additional equipment.

Indiana

Clarksville Middle School receives $50k digital learning grant to expand reading program

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 2:09 PM EDT
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By Julia Huffman
The Readable English program is a research-proven program that helps students in grades 2-12 improve their fluency and comprehension, the release said.

Crime

Man arrested in connection to April homicide in Portland neighborhood

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 1:14 PM EDT
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By Julia Huffman
Witnesses told police that Thompson and 35-year-old Ivan Caulder were in a physical fight when Caulder allegedly pulled a gun and shot her.

Crime

LMPD searching for woman accused of spending thousands with stolen credit card

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 11:04 AM EDT
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By Julia Huffman
Louisville police are searching for a woman accused of stealing people’s identities, spending thousands of dollars using stolen credit cards, trafficking identities and more.

Local

Fans’ reaction to Churchill Downs moving Spring races to Ellis Park

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 11:17 PM EDT
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By Marresa Burke
Churchill made its decision as various organizations are investigating the series of horse deaths.

Louisville Mass Shooting

Troubleshooters: Injured LMPD Officer Nick Wilt’s family shares progress

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 7:17 PM EDT
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By Natalia Martinez
For the first time, the family of the young officer who put strangers’ lives before his own during the mass shooting at Old National Bank talked about their gratitude, heartache and hope.

Clark County

Greater Clark County Schools breaks ground on new Charlestown Elementary School

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 7:07 PM EDT
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By Kennedy Hayes
Charlestown Elementary School will hold around 12,000 students, all Pre-K through 5th grade.

Positively WAVE

89-year-old veteran receives diploma from J. Graham Brown School

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 6:17 PM EDT
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By Quenton Robertson
He was drafted into the army during the Korean War, so he didn’t get to finish high school.

Louisville Metro

Victims, survivors speak out on National Gun Violence Awareness Day

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 4:56 PM EDT
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By David Mattingly
Mayor Craig Greenberg repeated his appeal to the legislature to end state auctions of confiscated weapons.

Local

3 Kohl’s receive bomb threats

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 4:48 PM EDT
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By Quenton Robertson
Police immediately responded and began evacuations. Officers and an Explosive Ordinance Detection Dog (EOD) searched the building

Louisville Metro

Remainder of Spring Meet at Churchill Downs will move to Ellis Park

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 4:41 PM EDT
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By WAVE Staff
The decision comes after a series of 12 horse deaths since the meet began

Coronavirus

UofL receives multi-mullion dollar grant to research Covid

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 3:58 PM EDT
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By Quenton Robertson
UofL doctors were on the front line during the pandemic and with this new $6-million grant, they will be able to study why some Covid patients got more sick than others.

Local

Congressman Morgan McGarvey meets with veterans in PRP

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 3:42 PM EDT
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By Quenton Robertson
McGarvey got a tour of the VA’s Greenwood Community Based Outpatient Clinic on Dixie Highway and met with some of the patients.

Louisville Metro

‘I was panicking’: Louisville woman recalls being caught in rip current

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 1:50 PM EDT
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By Shannon Cogan
”I just went in the water not thinking about anything,” she recalled. “There were so many people in the water that day.”

Louisville Metro

Woman killed in crash involving TARC bus on Preston Highway identified

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 10:36 AM EDT
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By Charles Gazaway and Julia Huffman
The crash happened around 9:30 a.m. near the intersection of Preston and Locust Lane.

Louisville Metro

Louisville man sentenced 10 years for repeat child pornography offense

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 9:34 AM EDT
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By Julia Huffman
Guenther was previously convicted in 2007 of receiving and possessing child porn and was sentenced to 17 years in prison.
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