'A miniature Norton Commons' | $200M project looks to reimagine downtown Prospect
A portion of Louisville would need to be annexed Mayor Doug Farnsley said as he shared more project details.
May 11, 2026Open source
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Louisville residents sound alarm on impacts of 2-month I-65 closure next summer
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is shutting down the interstate between Interstate 264 and Jefferson Street in June and July next year.
May 30, 2026Open source
JCPS teachers agree on contract extension with $2,000 stipend, no COLA increase
It will go before the Jefferson County Board of Education at Tuesday’s meeting.
May 12, 2026Open source
Man charged with indecent exposure at Cherokee Park was JCPS coach, officials say
The man accused of exposing himself to people, including a child, at Cherokee Park was also an employee at Jefferson County Public Schools.
May 11, 2026Open source
Passenger dies days after moped crashes on Blankenbaker Parkway
The Louisville Metro Police Department says a man has died several days after a moped crash in eastern Jefferson County.
May 11, 2026Open source
Police: Man killed in moped accident in Jeffersontown
The crash happened Friday afternoon on Blankenbaker Parkway.
May 11, 2026Open source
Jefferson County brings back 'I Voted' stickers to polls after decades
Guess what, Louisville? After decades, the "I Voted" sticker is back at all polling locations -- if you vote.
May 7, 2026Open source
JCPS awards conditional job offers to high school students
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Jefferson County Public Schools took an early step toward building its next generation of educators today.
May 7, 2026Open source
Jefferson County brings back 'I Voted' stickers after more than 30 years
The Jefferson County Clerk's Office will bring back "I Voted" stickers for the May 19 Kentucky primaries, announced Thursday, May 7, 2026. (Jefferson County...
May 7, 2026Open source
Kentucky law firms file 15 lawsuits for more than 100 victims of UPS plane crash in Louisville
Fifteen lawsuits have been filed in Jefferson Circuit Court on behalf of more than 100 victims affected by the November 4, 2025, crash of UPS Flight 2976 in...
May 7, 2026Open source
'That could have been us': Fraternal Order of Police honors fallen officers
Since 1992, the Fraternal Order of Police in Jefferson County has gathered to remember the lives of those killed in the line of duty.
May 6, 2026Open source
OP-ED: Right to life is more than a political calculation
Last week, Jefferson Circuit Judge Brian Edwards struck down part of a Kentucky statute defining human life as beginning at fertilization. The case arose aft...
May 6, 2026Open source
Fugitive arrest made in Jefferson City
A fugitive out of Kentucky was arrested Monday in Jefferson City.
May 6, 2026Open source
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More than a dozen people displaced after fire at Jeffersontown apartment complex
Three people, including two firefighters, were treated at a nearby hospital for injuries.
May 11, 2026Open source
Federal lawsuit filed to block state takeover of Kentucky State University
A group of Kentucky State University students, alumni and prospective students have filed a federal lawsuit challenging Senate Bill 185, a new state law rest...
May 11, 2026Open source
Federal lawsuit filed to block Kentucky's takeover and restructuring of Kentucky State University
Kentucky State University students, alumni, and prospective students have filed a federal class action lawsuit challenging a new state law that restructures...
May 11, 2026Open source
No one injured after fire breaks out at Jeffersonville home
No one was injured Saturday after a fire ripped through a southern Indiana home.
May 10, 2026Open source
LMPD, Jeffersontown Police investigate stolen box truck, gear, and tools
Jeffersontown Police said a stolen box truck is connected to crime their investigating off Bluegrass Parkway where thousands of dollars worth of tools were s...
May 9, 2026Open source
Suspect arrested after fire at Jeffersonville business in late April
Authorities said the suspect was identified using surveillance video in the area.
May 8, 2026Open source
Could this be the year a Democrat wins the Central Kentucky’s congressional seat?
Could this be the year a Democrat wins the Central Kentucky’s congressional seat?
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Kentucky State University announces expected drop in undergraduate enrollment
KSU says they are tightening their financial and academic rules, which is expected to drop the undergraduate enrollment rate.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Woman dies after being struck on I-75 while chasing pet, KSP says
Kentucky State Police are handling the accidents that occurred near the 62-mile marker on I-75 North.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Grain-to-Glass: Clark County distillery turns Kentucky farm crops into craft spirits
A small craft distillery in downtown Winchester is turning Kentucky farm crops into handcrafted spirits, keeping a centuries-old tradition alive in the process.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Emmy-winning actor Kelsey Grammer joins cast Kentucky based film 'Ethan Almighty'
Emmy-winning actor Kelsey Grammer, best known for his role as Dr. Fraiser Crane in "Cheers" and "Fraiser," has joined the cast of "Ethan Almighty," Deadline...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Nic Smith: Georgia native, Kentucky football player dies at 20
The University of Kentucky athletic department confirmed defensive lineman Nic “Happy” Smith, who grew up in Loganville, died on Monday.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Kentucky football defensive lineman Nic ‘Happy’ Smith dies at age 20
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Kentucky redshirt freshman defensive lineman Nic Smith has died, the university announced Monday afternoon. “Today our hearts are broken...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Kentucky football defensive lineman Nic ‘Happy’ Smith dies at age 20
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Kentucky redshirt freshman defensive lineman Nic Smith has died, the university announced Monday afternoon. “Today our hearts are broken...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Kentucky football defensive lineman Nic ‘Happy’ Smith dies at age 20
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Kentucky redshirt freshman defensive lineman Nic Smith has died, the university announced Monday afternoon. “Today our hearts are broken...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Kentucky football defensive lineman Nic ‘Happy’ Smith dies at age 20
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Kentucky redshirt freshman defensive lineman Nic Smith has died, the university announced Monday afternoon. “Today our hearts are broken...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Kentucky football defensive lineman Nic ‘Happy’ Smith dies at age 20
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Kentucky redshirt freshman defensive lineman Nic Smith has died, the university announced Monday afternoon. “Today our hearts are broken...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Kentucky football defensive lineman Nic ‘Happy’ Smith dies at age 20
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Kentucky redshirt freshman defensive lineman Nic Smith has died, the university announced Monday afternoon. “Today our hearts are broken...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
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Could this be the year a Democrat wins the Central Kentucky’s congressional seat?
Could this be the year a Democrat wins the Central Kentucky’s congressional seat?
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Kentucky State University announces expected drop in undergraduate enrollment
KSU says they are tightening their financial and academic rules, which is expected to drop the undergraduate enrollment rate.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Woman dies after being struck on I-75 while chasing pet, KSP says
Kentucky State Police are handling the accidents that occurred near the 62-mile marker on I-75 North.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Urban County Council passes data center moratorium
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - The Lexington Urban County Council unanimously passed a data center moratorium during a Tuesday work session, according to several me...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Grain-to-Glass: Clark County distillery turns Kentucky farm crops into craft spirits
A small craft distillery in downtown Winchester is turning Kentucky farm crops into handcrafted spirits, keeping a centuries-old tradition alive in the process.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Emmy-winning actor Kelsey Grammer joins cast Kentucky based film 'Ethan Almighty'
Emmy-winning actor Kelsey Grammer, best known for his role as Dr. Fraiser Crane in "Cheers" and "Fraiser," has joined the cast of "Ethan Almighty," Deadline...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Community group holds strategy meeting in opposition to Lexington data center sale
A Lexington community group is pushing back after the former Lexmark data center on New Circle Road was sold to DartPoints Operating Company, a Dallas-based...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
At least 1 dead after rollover crash downs power lines near Louisville's airport, police say
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — A deadly rollover crash brought traffic delays and downed power lines Tuesday afternoon to part of Crittenden Drive.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Beshear extends gas tax relief for some Kentucky cities and counties, including Louisville
In total, Beshear granted extended relief for 33 cities and counties that requested it.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
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