Deadly UPS plane crash in Kentucky hit with first wrongful death lawsuits
Families of the victims who died in last month’s deadly UPS plane crash in Louisville, Kentucky, filed the first wrongful death lawsuits against the shipper on Wednesday. Both lawsuits, filed in Kentucky state court, argue UPS and other defendants should have known that the McDonnell Douglas MD-11 airliner “was in...
Archdiocese of Louisville announces closure of parish, citing low membership
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - The Archdiocese announced that it would be closing one of its West End parishes, due to low membership rates. Immaculate Heart of Mary Church on Louis Coleman Drive will close on Dec. 31. The Archdiocese wrote in a press released that the parish had a significant...
John Calipari Grabs Mic After Win vs. Louisville to Ask Fans to Stop Chant
The Arkansas coach had a message for fans after a big win.
$2 Million Powerball ticket sold in Kentucky
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Wednesday night's winning numbers were drawn for the Powerball. The winning numbers were 1 – 14 – 20 – 46 – 51 with a Powerball of 26. The winning ticket matched all five white balls with an added Power Play, and that doubled the winnings to $2 million.
Up to 3 Inches of Snow Expected in Southeast Kentucky Overnight
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Louisville, KY – The National Weather Service has issued multiple winter weather alerts across southern and southeastern Kentucky for Thursday night through Friday morning, warning of accumulating snow and...
Louisville DEA launches ‘Fentanyl Free America’ enforcement iniative
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (KT) – The Louisville office of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is intensifying its fight against the deadly threat of synthetic opioids with the launch of Fentanyl Free America. The DEA calls it a comprehensive enforcement initiative and public awareness campaign aimed at reducing both...
State Police Step Up Traffic Enforcement in Louisville Metro to Improve Road Safety
On December 3, 2025, Kentucky State Police Post 4 in Elizabethtown carried out a traffic enforcement operation in Jefferson County, focusing on the Louisville Metro area. The goal was to improve road safety and reduce collisions. Troopers and Commercial Vehicle Enforcement officers issued citations and courtesy...
Louisville Zoo welcomes mother-daughter duo of Sumatran orangutans
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A mother-daughter duo of Sumatran orangutans recently joined the Louisville Zoo, the first new orangutans at the zoo in 28 years. Sumaga, 38, and Kera, 7, came to Louisville from the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in Colorado Springs. "We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Sumagu and Kera...
Free athleticwear giveaway set for Wednesday in west Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Families in Louisville can pick up new sports gear this week at a free athleticwear giveaway hosted by a Metro councilwoman. Residents can choose from new hoodies and cleats at no cost, with adult sizes available while supplies last. The giveaway is supported by A-ONE Allstars,...
Louisville mayor announces Independent Monitor leadership change
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - There’s been a leadership shakeup at the organization serving as Louisville’s new independent monitor. Effective Law Enforcement for All, or ELEFA, was chosen to help Metro Leaders implement the community commitment, the new version of the consent decree. Michael Harrison was leading...

















