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Kentucky forecast: Will the skies cooperate for Tuesday’s lunar eclipse?

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:59:45 GMT

Before dawn on Tuesday, the moon will transform into a glowing red orb as a total lunar eclipse unfolds across the U.S.

Louisville Zoo announces 2026 themed trivia night lineup

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:44:09 GMT

Adults 21 and over can compete in themed trivia events from March through December; tickets are on sale.

Hawesville ticket wins $225,000 in Cash Ball 225 drawing

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:28:13 GMT

A Kentucky Lottery player from Hawesville won $225,000 in the Feb. 27 Cash Ball 225 drawing.

Rep. McGarvey: Trump administration to brief Congress on military action in Iran

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:05:09 GMT

The responses from Kentucky's representatives in Congress have ranged from full support to trying to stop the White House's effort in its tracks.

'We love our country': Iranians in Louisville support strikes, but analysts caution regime change may not be imminent

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:38:49 GMT

The strikes over the weekend killed several of Iran's leaders, including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Kentucky Wildlife Rescue recovering from Facebook hack

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:07:50 GMT

Second Chances saves nearly one wild animal every day. Its founder struggles with donors and volunteers after losing thousands of followers overnight.

Louisville woman pleads guilty in federal court for defrauding 50 pool customers

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:37:35 GMT

Tracy Davenport, pleaded guilty to a massive pool installation fraud, impacting 50 victims and leading to nearly $3.4 million in restitution.

Man dies in Hardin County house fire, authorities say

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 21:45:23 GMT

A man has died in a Hardin County house fire that occurred on Summit Hill Baptist Church Road on Sunday.

Louisville teen charged in January Lenny's Lounge shooting that injured 4

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:58:03 GMT

A 17-year-old has been arrested in a Louisville lounge shooting, marking the second arrest in this case.

'Your Hometown Heroes' banned in Kentucky for faking veteran status, fined $421K

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:35:58 GMT

A fraudulent veteran charity in Kentucky has been shut down by a court, after soliciting potential donors despite never have serving in the military.

3rd annual Roots Revue brings Bluegrass and bourbon to Paristown

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:26:46 GMT

Sam Bush will headline the two-day music festival over Memorial Day weekend.

Bernheim Forest confirms 4th golden eagle tagged; voting contest held to name him

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:25:03 GMT

A new male golden eagle has been tagged at Bernheim Forest. The forest is asking the public to help choose a name for him in a contest.

Louisville man receives maximum sentence for possession of child sex abuse material

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:20:49 GMT

The judge sentenced Kevin Anthony Davis to more years in prison than jurors recommended.

Northern Kentucky bridge demolished to make way for new signature bridge

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:30:36 GMT

Construction on a new modern bridge to connect Covington and Newport begins later this spring.

Police: Michigan man arrested after firing gun inside truck stop bathroom in Kentucky

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:04:34 GMT

London Police said two other people were in adjacent stalls when the gun was discharged.

‘This is not America First’: Thomas Massie plans to force vote on war in Iran

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:11:35 GMT

“Your Representative needs to be on record as opposing or supporting this war," U.S. Rep. Thomas Massie said after U.S. strikes in Iran.

'Work out our problems through diplomacy and dialogue' | Louisville Iranian-American disagrees with U.S. striking Iran

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 04:18:52 GMT

Some Iranian-Americans celebrate the attack while one speaks the same message as some at a rally, Sunday, against the U.S. attacks in Iran.

Man arrested after crashing car into Highlands ramen restaurant

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 23:44:12 GMT

Alexis Calvillo, 29, of Louisville made multiple threats towards officers while resisting arrest

Kentucky State Police investigate crash in Bullitt County, one person dead

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 18:51:22 GMT

Sarah Weisman, 27, of Shepherdsville was killed in a head-on crash with a Toyota Tacoma

Mariner dies while working on barge in Southern Indiana, Coast Guard investigates

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 17:29:29 GMT

USCG Officials have not released a name of the victim.

Amy McGrath compares U.S. Senate bid strategy to past Beshear campaigns

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 16:16:13 GMT

“I'm doing it in a way, the same way Governor Beshear [did] when he won both of his elections," McGrath told WHAS11 at a campaign event in Trimble County, Kentucky.

'Not shut down the cemetery for good' | Louisville Cemetery Association leadership speaks to community at meeting

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 15:22:35 GMT

Board members for the Louisville Cemetery Association attended a meeting where the next steps to opening the cemetery and an expansion were discussed.

Kentuckiana Iranian-Americans celebrate U.S., Israel attack on their homeland

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 04:55:10 GMT

Some Iranian-Americans see the attack and killing of their Supreme Leader as an answer to a promise from President Trump.

Police investigating after man shot multiple times in Old Louisville

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 02:14:11 GMT

Police said the victim crashed their car in the area of 2nd and York Street after being shot on Saturday.

Pedestrian struck, killed by vehicle on US-31 in Clark County

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 01:25:47 GMT

No other information was immediately available, but police said the incident happened on US-31 at Coopers Lane Saturday evening.

Kentucky, Indiana politicians react to the United States military strike on Iran

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 21:19:44 GMT

In a significant military operation, the U.S. and Israel have attacked Iran, sparking divided reactions among Kentucky politicians.

NOPD issues new warrant for Shia LaBeouf

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 17:13:05 GMT

Actor is accused in Mardi Gras assault at Marigny bar.

'Like a hit to the face' | Victim's family upset by time served for Larue Co. convicted murderer

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 04:28:05 GMT

Joshua Wolford was released on parole two years into his sentence after pleading guilty to homicide and arson, among other charges.

Arrest made in connection to Andy Barr HQ break-in

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 02:19:29 GMT

Blake Lashelle, 39, is charged with first degree criminal mischief after breaking in to Andy Barr's Senate HQ.

Bowling Green man charged in 1996 kidnapping, murder nearly 30 years later

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 00:57:16 GMT

Robert Scott Froberg faces federal charges in the 1996 abduction and killing of 7-year-old Morgan Violi in Bowling Green.

'Disregard for human life' | Agencies work to arrest five people charged in Shively murder

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 23:44:28 GMT

Police reported 59 shell casings were recovered after the shooting of Rodney Parker, what officers are calling a "coordinated" attack.

'One in a million': Jeffersontown dog treat bakery creates jobs, community for adults with special needs

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 23:31:07 GMT

Behind Wigglewow's gourmet dog treats is a workforce the rest of the world keeps turning away.

'Lots of prayers.' | JCPS Superintendent Won't Rule Out More Job Cuts as $30 Million in Budget Negotiations Remain

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 23:06:00 GMT

Brian Yearwood answered questions at an optimistic State of the District after an audit found budget decisions lack formal governance and review.

Georgetown man faces drug and gun charges after ISP arrest

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 20:39:24 GMT

Chad Farnsley, 52, was taken into custody without incident on active arrest warrants from Harrison County.

DOJ sues Kentucky for failure to provide data on state's voters

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 19:38:12 GMT

Secretary of State Michael Adams said he wouldn't "voluntarily commit a data breach" by handing over Kentuckians personal data without a court order.

Former Clark County employee arrested on felony perjury, counterfeiting charges

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 18:54:59 GMT

Police say the Jeffersonville man fabricated military service, education and prior law enforcement experience on a job application.

FBI Louisville seeks tips to help find suspect in nationwide fraud scheme

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 17:38:49 GMT

Kenny Patel is wanted for participating in the scheme, which defrauded multiple victims of large amounts of money between 2017 and 2021.

Suspect arrested after man and dog found fatally stabbed inside Old Louisville apartment

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 17:38:37 GMT

Charles Gerlach, 55, admitted to stabbing and killing the victim before hiding his body in a closet, LMPD said.

'Even a few pennies helps' | Louisville drivers welcome cheaper gas as EPA requirement is lifted

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 04:28:34 GMT

An over 30 year old reformulated gas requirement by the EPA will be lifted, saving 10 to 35 cents per gallon.

Louisville man indicted in connection with 2025 murder

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 03:37:47 GMT

A Louisville man has been indicted in a 2025 homicide case. What we know.