One person dead after tree falls on cyclist in Kentucky
KENTUCKY — A cyclist died Saturday evening after becoming trapped under a fallen tree at Iroquois Park, according to Louisville Metro Police. Officers responded shortly after 7 p.m. to assist EMS on a call along Rundill Road near the park’s golf course. Police said a 911 caller discovered a man pinned beneath a large t
King Elementary closes after 57 years amid JCPS budget cuts, impacting West Louisville community
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The final dismissal bell rang at Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School in the Shawnee neighborhood. The final classes of the school's grades leave the building Friday, headed to start their summer vacation and to start their education at a new school, next school year. The...
Proposed Jeffersontown apartment complex could be built on land listed as cemetery
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — A proposed apartment complex in Jeffersontown, that could be built over land listed as a cemetery, took another step forward in the approval process. Metro Planning approved revised plans for Bluebird Luxury Lofts this week. Since it's last meeting, the company downsized it's plans. Instead...
Last day of classes for JCPS brings changes, questions
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Students celebrated the last day of class with new bikes and helmets for every child at Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School. All of it was donated, part of an idea from the principal, who wanted her students to have fond memories of the day their school had to close its doors.
Bristol Bar & Grill will close downtown after service on May 24
It seems the ranks are thinning. Reporting at Louisville Business First, Joel Stinnett finds Bristol Bar & Grille preparing to close its downtown location following a final service on Sunday, May 24, citing lease renewal issues as well as declining lunchtime trade. This Bristol debuted at 614 W. Main in...
‘12 years comes down to a day’: High schoolers with Down syndrome become some...
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Two high school seniors in Louisville reached a milestone Friday night, becoming the first students with Down syndrome to graduate from a very unique program. The program, called Providence School, is attached to the Christian Academy of Louisville, and it is one of the only private...
New Masterplan Elevates the Identity of Jefferson Memorial Forest
Louisville Parks and Recreation has unveiled the Strategic Jefferson Memorial Forest (JMF) Master Plan designed to guide the future of this beloved public reserve. Developed and led by MKSK, the plan focuses on creating a more accessible, inclusive, and ecologically sustainable environment while enhancing the visitor e
Work expected to begin May 25 on I-64 bridge maintenance from 2nd Street to...
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — Construction is scheduled to start soon on Interstate 64 from downtown Louisville west to the Sherman Minton Bridge. The project includes "preventative maintenance" on the I-64 bridges along the Ohio River. Work includes steel and joint repairs, concrete patching, new drainage and the addition
Churchill Downs’ Barn Notes: Rosado Brings Tack, Game to Town
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Friday, May 22, 2026) – Jockey Johan Rosado is hoping a move to Kentucky can help elevate the next stage of his riding career. The 27-year-old rider, represented by agent Ruben Munoz, rode two winners this winter at Oaklawn Park before relocating to Kentucky, where he has started picking up mounts at C
Allegiant Air begins nonstop flight service from Louisville to Gulf Shores
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Allegiant Air announced a nonstop flight service from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) to Gulf Shores International Airport (GUF) in Alabama starting Friday, May 22. To celebrate the new flight service, the airline is offering one-way tickets on the new route for as low as...

















