Metro council puts support behind bill that would compensate those wrongfully convicted
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Kentucky is one of nine states that do not compensate those who have been wrongfully convicted. Attorneys from the Kentucky Innocence Project and exonerees from here in Jefferson County are hoping to change that. Louisville Metro Council issued a proclamation Thursday night honoring Kentucky...
Louisville police issue alert for missing man who may be in danger
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Louisville police are asking for helping finding a man who may harm himself. An Operation Return Home alert was released by the Louisville Metro Police Department on Thursday, Sept. 25, for Jason Oberhausen. Family members told police he has indicated his intention to harm himself. The...
Governor Beshear signs emergency regulations for children in restrictive housing
Sellersburg subdivision inaccessible due to gas leak. A subdivision in Sellersburg has been blocked to the public due to a gas leak. Churchill Downs to host event honoring organizations dedicated to retired racehorses. Updated: 19 hours ago. Churchill Downs is honoring organizations that take care of retired...
Jury finds Keyshaun Stewart guilty but mentally ill for 2021 Louisville shooting
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A Jefferson County jury finds Keyshaun Stewart guilty of murder, but mentally ill, in the shooting death of a Louisville road construction worker: injury of an off-duty LMPD officer. There was an emotional moment in the courtroom as the judge read the jury's verdict. Anita O'Bannon,...
Randall Cobb and Tayshaun Prince officially inducted into Kentucky Sports Hall of Fame
Two all-time Wildcats are right where they belong as HOFers as All-Americans Randall Cobb and Tayshaun Prince have been inducted into the Kentucky Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2025. They were part of a four-person class, joining former Louisville gymnast and gymnastics coach Carole Liedtke and one of the most...
Kentucky installs first automated speed cameras in work zones across 3 counties
Kentucky has installed its first automated speed enforcement devices in work zones across Fayette County, near Corbin, and Shelby County as part of a new safety initiative.
Louisville loosens restrictions on protests in public parks, streets
Louisville Metro Council approved an ordinance allowing for permitless protests in public parks and streets.
Gov Beshear: Kentucky State Police SAKI Team Delivers Justice in 20-Year-Old Jefferson County Rape...
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Sept. 25, 2025) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear announced that justice has been delivered in a 20-year-old Jefferson County rape case thanks to the partnership between the Kentucky State Police (KSP) Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI) team, the Lexington Police Department, the Justice and Public Safety...
New pub-style restaurant opens in former southern Indiana Hooters location
CLARKSVILLE, Ind. (WDRB) -- A new pub-style restaurant is now open in a former southern Indiana Hooters location. By Golly's Bar & Grill opened Thursday at 941 East Lewis & Clark Parkway in Clarksville, where the Hooters was located until it closed in 2024. The restaurant is known for its...
JCPS students question officials about school safety
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Jefferson County Public School (JCPS) students had a chance to bring their concerns about safety to school system officials, bringing up events of bullying and fights, drug use, shootings, and not following protocol, among others. One asked about a multimillion-dollar budget deficit the school...