‘We’re here in a moment of crisis’: Pantries launch campaign ahead of SNAP cuts
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Pantries across Louisville are working together to curb food insecurity as the government shutdown enters its second month. Filling shelves with food is the mission for Highland Community Ministries, the Association of Community Ministries and others. “All of these shelves were basically empty on...
Gov. Beshear puts $5 million into Kentucky food banks from ‘rainy day’ fund
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency Friday and directed $5 million from the state’s budget reserve trust fund to food banks that are part of the Feeding Kentucky network. This came on the same day a federal judge ruled that the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s decision to halt funding for the...
Kentucky’s Top 5 Ghostly Hotspots
Kentucky may be best known as horse country, but there’s another side to the Commonwealth—one cloaked in whispers, shadows and spirits. From historic battlefields to haunted hospitals, here are five of the most spine-tingling places where the past refuses to stay buried. 1. Waverly Hills Sanatorium – Louisville...
Louisville tackles illicit massage parlors with new city task force
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A Louisville task force is cracking down on unregulated massage parlors across the Metro. Earlier this week, Mayor Craig Greenberg announced the creation of a new city task force designed to combat human trafficking and exploitation at illicit massage businesses, or IMBS. It's an issue that...
Louisville nonprofits give away gift cards to combat SNAP crisis in Jefferson County
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- More than 1 million people in Kentuckiana are about to lose the federal benefits they depend on to feed their families. Late Friday afternoon, two federal judges ordered the government to use contingency funds for SNAP payments. SNAP benefits are set to expire Nov. 1 if...
Man killed by vehicle on I-64W after running from crash scene, Louisville police say
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A man is dead after he was struck and killed on Interstate 64 West early Friday as he was running from the scene of a crash in the eastbound lanes. According to a news release from Louisville Metro Police, around 2:06 a.m. officers responded to a report of a crash on I-64E at the junction...
Kentucky couple wins $50,000 from free Powerball ticket
A Kentucky couple discovered they won $50,000 from a free promotional Powerball ticket two weeks after the Oct. 4 drawing, when the woman returned home from a trip to Europe.
LIHEAP enrollment to help Louisville residents with heating bills starts Nov. 3
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Low income residents in Louisville can begin applying for assistance on Nov. 3. The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program is part of Kentucky's Community Action Network. Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis through Dec. 12, 2025, or until the money runs out....
No injuries reported after house fire in Louisville’s Hazelwood neighborhood
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- No injuries were reported after fire tore through a home in Louisville's Hazelwood neighborhood late Thursday evening. The first call came in just before 10 p.m., according to a news release from the Louisville Fire Department. Crews arrived on scene in the 1600 Block of Alma Avenue about...
KY Louisville’s Most Loveable Puppies Eagerly Awaits Forever Homes Today!
Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around louisville..
