Louisville chemical plant where explosion happened Wednesday has history of serious incidents
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — On Wednesday, there was an explosion that caused a fire at a Louisville chemical plant. This isn't the first time the facility has experienced a serious incident. The explosion and fire happened inside Carbide Industries at 4400 Bells Lane in Rubbertown. The company says it is...
Explosion in Floyds Knobs sparks fire, sends two to hospitals
FLOYDS KNOBS, Ind. — Firefighters are responding to an explosion in Floyds Knobs that injured two people and damaged property, officials said. The incident happened around 5 p.m. Monday in the 4600 block of E. Luther Road. Highlander Fire Protection District crews said the explosion occurred while gasoline was being...
Man accused of stealing home in deed fraud turns himself in to Louisville police
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The man accused of stealing an elderly woman’s home in a quitclaim deed transfer has turned himself into Louisville police. In June, Dorothy Tarpin, 89, was shocked to learn the Parkland home she lived in for more than 50 years had been taken from her without her knowledge. She also learned someone...
Former Louisville wedding photographer successfully challenges city’s Fairness Ordinance
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (KT) – A federal court has ruled in favor of a Louisville wedding photographer and blogger who challenged the city’s Fairness Ordinance. The U.S. District Court for the Western District of Kentucky held that Louisville’s enforcement of the ordinance violated Chelsey Nelson’s First Amendment rights.
SOLD | Shopping center in east Louisville now under new management
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Westport Village in east Louisville now has new owners. That's according to our partners at Louisville Business First, who are reporting that the popular shopping destination has been acquired by RCC Westport Village LLC. The purchase price of $39 million is listed on a deed filed with the...
Wisconsin murder suspect found hiding in Indiana soybean field
CLARK COUNTY, Ind. (WIBC) — A suspect in a Wisconsin homicide was arrested after being found hiding in a southern Indiana soybean field. On Tuesday, deputies with the Clark County Sheriff’s Office located Demonta Hambright using Flock camera technology at a nearby truck stop where he was seen in a stolen vehicle. As...
Louisville striking out on Taylen Kinney could be a huge blessing in disguise
A recent update on the 2026 point guard class reveals who Pat Kelsey and Louisville must target.
New Walnut Street Park opens in Louisville’s Russell Neighborhood
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A celebration was held Tuesday for a new park in Louisville's Russell neighborhood. Mayor Craig Greenberg, Louisville Parks and Recreation and other community partners celebrated the grand opening of New Walnut Street Park. The nearly 4-acre park represents a $3.7 million investment. The...
Pumpkin catapulting event in Louisville aims to raise $75,000 for cancer research
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — In Louisville this October, pumpkins won’t just be carved, they’ll be catapulted into the air to raise money for a good cause. The 11th annual Chunkin’ Pumpkins returns to Captain’s Quarters Riverside Grille on Sunday, Oct. 12 from noon to 6 p.m.
Docking bay fire at Louisville business that sent cloud of smoke over area was...
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A docking bay fire at a Louisville business that caused a large cloud of smoke in the area Tuesday afternoon was accidental. Louisville Fire Capt. Donovan Sims said crews were using defensive operations for the fully-involved fire in the 6300 block of Strawberry Lane in the Southland Park...