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Updated: 24 hours ago
|By Mark Stevens
They're trying to find common links between the 12 horses that died so far during Churchill Downs' spring meet.
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Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 1:46 PM EDT
|By The Associated Press
The review will begin Wednesday, the agency’s release on Monday stated.
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Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 5:03 PM EDT
|By Dustin Vogt
The United States District Court has ruled in favor of Churchill Downs in ongoing litigation of trainer Bob Baffert’s two-year suspension from the track.
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Updated: May. 24, 2023 at 4:13 PM EDT
|By Steve Moss
Sold at Keeneland as yearling for $4 million
Updated: May. 24, 2023 at 3:53 PM EDT
|By Dustin Vogt
Stephen Curry, a four-time NBA Champion and two-time MVP with the Golden State Warriors, is partnering with a Kentucky distillery to launch a new bourbon this May.
Updated: May. 24, 2023 at 3:33 PM EDT
|By WKYT News Staff
The Kentucky Sports Hall of Fame has announced its class of 2023 inductees.
Updated: May. 23, 2023 at 4:29 PM EDT
|By Steve Moss
La. native starred in basketball and baseball for Wildcats
Updated: May. 23, 2023 at 3:38 PM EDT
|By Dustin Vogt
This will be the seventh PGA of America spectator event hosted at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville.
Updated: May. 22, 2023 at 11:38 AM EDT
|By WKYT News Staff
John Welch will join the Kentucky men's basketball program as an assistant coach for the 2023-24 season.
Updated: May. 18, 2023 at 11:54 AM EDT
|By Dustin Vogt
Behanan, a forward who played with the Cards from 2011 to 2013, will be joining the tournament’s Louisville team, titled “The Ville."
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Updated: May. 17, 2023 at 5:57 PM EDT
|By Sean Baute
Each visitor came looking to bring back the best ideas to make sure sports in their communities are as inclusive as possible.
Updated: May. 16, 2023 at 12:59 PM EDT
|By Steve Crump
Away from the hardwood, Coach Denny Crum cherished a special relationship in his adopted hometown.
Updated: May. 16, 2023 at 12:37 PM EDT
|By Dustin Vogt
The Kentucky Horse Racing Commission must approve the regulations of in-person and mobile wagering before going forward.
Updated: May. 15, 2023 at 6:07 PM EDT
|By Dustin Vogt
The event will be livestreamed here and on our social media platforms starting at 2 p.m.
Updated: May. 15, 2023 at 4:15 PM EDT
|By David Mattingly
The numbers are as baffling as they are alarming.
Updated: May. 14, 2023 at 8:27 PM EDT
|By Kaden Gaylord-Day
WKU reaches 30 wins in a season for the first time since 2011 and has won 13 of its last 15 Conference USA games after starting 2-10 in league play.
Updated: May. 12, 2023 at 10:45 PM EDT
|By Marresa Burke
Coach Crum's wife of two decades said his legacy stretches beyond the court into the hearts of everyone who knew him.
Updated: May. 12, 2023 at 9:24 PM EDT
|By Dustin Vogt
During Friday’s home game, the Louisville Bats shared its love and appreciation for the city’s first responders.
Updated: May. 12, 2023 at 6:08 PM EDT
|By David Mattingly
Churchill Downs Inc. Communications VP Tonya Abelin attributed the change to a “miscommunication.”
Updated: May. 12, 2023 at 4:41 PM EDT
|By Mark Stevens
It's the first national investigation by HISA.
Updated: May. 12, 2023 at 3:56 PM EDT
|By Dustin Vogt
Kentucky Derby winner Mage is hoping to win the second jewel of the Triple Crown.
Updated: May. 11, 2023 at 5:56 PM EDT
|By Dustin Vogt
The punishment comes after Forte was disqualified from the Hopeful Stakes on Sept. 5, 2022.
Updated: May. 10, 2023 at 9:18 PM EDT
|By Elisa Schwartzmiller and Quenton Robertson
Funeral arrangements and a Celebration of Life have been announced for Hall of Fame University of Louisville basketball coach Denny Crum.
Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 1:43 PM EDT
|By Dustin Vogt and David Mattingly
Many leaders and members within the basketball community are sharing their memories and condolences following Crum's death.
Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 12:36 PM EDT
|By Charles Gazaway and Dustin Vogt
The Hall of Fame basketball coach who led the University of Louisville Cardinals to two NCAA National Championships has died.
Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 12:19 PM EDT
|By Dustin Vogt
Forte was placed on a mandatory 14-day veterinary list following Saturday’s routine soundness checks.
Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 11:03 AM EDT
|By Dustin Vogt
Another former University of Louisville basketball player is joining a star-studded team within The Basketball Tournament.
Updated: May. 8, 2023 at 4:45 PM EDT
|By David Mattingly
Seven dead thoroughbreds at Churchill Downs prior to the Kentucky Derby hijacked the spotlight, focusing its glare on horseracing’s biggest problem.
Updated: May. 8, 2023 at 1:08 PM EDT
|By WAVE Staff
Relive all the excitement of Derby Day with WAVE News’ coverage of Kentucky Derby 149 here!
Updated: May. 8, 2023 at 11:58 AM EDT
|By WAVE Staff
Catch all the fun and excitement with WAVE News’ coverage of Kentucky Oaks 149!
Updated: May. 8, 2023 at 10:49 AM EDT
|By WAVE Staff
Catch all the glamorous stars out and about ahead of the Kentucky Derby as WAVE News brings you a full replay of the Night at the Galas.
Updated: May. 7, 2023 at 2:42 PM EDT
|By Brandon Spencer
“It’s electric man...There are people here from all over the world."
Updated: May. 6, 2023 at 10:28 PM EDT
|By Quenton Robertson
Chloe’s Dream suffered a right knee fracture in Race Two at the top of the first turn and Freezing Point had a left front biaxal sesamoid fracture in Race Eight midway down the backstretch.
Updated: May. 6, 2023 at 7:03 PM EDT
|By Julia Huffman
Mage finished first with a time of 201.57 seconds.
Updated: May. 6, 2023 at 2:55 PM EDT
|By Julia Huffman
AP reported that seven horses have died at Churchill Downs in the recent days leading up to Kentucky Derby 149.
Updated: May. 6, 2023 at 9:52 AM EDT
|By Julia Huffman
Keep checking this story for more fun updates on what our talent is doing out at the track!
Updated: May. 6, 2023 at 9:10 AM EDT
|By Julia Huffman
This makes the fifth scratch for Kentucky Derby 149.
Updated: May. 5, 2023 at 5:57 PM EDT
|By Julia Huffman
The 149th running of the Kentucky Oaks has a winner!
Updated: May. 5, 2023 at 4:38 PM EDT
|By Julia Huffman
On Kentucky Oaks Day 149, survivors of breast and ovarian cancers walked the track at Churchill Downs to remind the crowd of the day's true purpose.
Updated: May. 5, 2023 at 10:01 AM EDT
|By Julia Huffman
Churchill Downs said the Kentucky Derby field is now down to 19 starters.
Updated: May. 5, 2023 at 9:49 AM EDT
|By Julia Huffman
Keep checking in for more updates!
Updated: May. 4, 2023 at 11:36 PM EDT
|By Brandon Spencer
Despite thousands of people venturing in and out of Churchill Downs, people say they are impressed with the efficiency of the shuttling system.
Updated: May. 4, 2023 at 7:08 PM EDT
|By Dustin Vogt
Churchill Downs announced Thurby set a record for attendance numbers in its 10th year.
Updated: May. 4, 2023 at 4:39 PM EDT
|By Dustin Vogt and Mark Stevens
Joseph Jr. trained two of the four horses who died since Opening Night at Churchill Downs
Updated: May. 4, 2023 at 2:35 PM EDT
|By Kathleen Ninke
Winning Colors remains one of just three fillies ever to win the Kentucky Derby.
Updated: May. 4, 2023 at 2:22 PM EDT
|By Kathleen Ninke
Before Secretariat became America’s Horse, the sport hadn’t seen a Triple Crown winner since 1948.
Updated: May. 4, 2023 at 1:49 PM EDT
|By Shannon Cogan
Kate Hunter, from Nashville, is here in Louisville for her third Derby on behalf of Japan.
Updated: May. 4, 2023 at 12:59 PM EDT
|By Katy Beth Boyers
Ron Winchell, one of the co-owners of the Mint Gaming Hall at Kentucky Downs, owns 2023 Derby contender Disarm.
Updated: May. 4, 2023 at 12:43 PM EDT
|By Dustin Vogt
Practical Move, trained by Tim Yakteen and jockeyed by Ramon A. Vazquez, was originally slotted for post 10.
Updated: May. 4, 2023 at 11:33 AM EDT
|By Dustin Vogt
WAVE News is your home for complete coverage of the Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby on Friday and Saturday.