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Kentucky now has 937 school resource officers, up nearly 100 from last year
2+ week, 2+ day ago (136+ words) Low humidity. Near normal temps. Skies clear with seasonably warm temperatures That's according to the latest report from the school safety risk assessment. A school classroom (WDRB file) LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — Kentucky has nearly 100 more school resource officers protecting public…...
Kentucky highway fatalities on the rise after 3 years of declines, new data shows
3+ week, 2+ day ago (335+ words) Variable clouds with a few showers or storms possible.. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB/WBKO) — Kentucky is experiencing an increase in highway fatalities after three years of decline, according to data from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. Gov. Andy Beshear announced the increase…...
Kentucky counties make national list for economic growth and development
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (238+ words) Scattered afternoon showers and storms.. Three Kentucky counties rank among nation's best for economic development, attracting investments and creating jobs statewide. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — Three Kentucky counties are getting national recognition for economic development after attracting major investments and creating…...
Hiring underway for 2026 Kentucky State Fair
2+ mon, 6+ day ago (119+ words) Still sticky with scattered storms for some.. Thousands come out for the 2025 Kentucky State Fair on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025. (WDRB image) LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — Hiring is underway for this year's Kentucky State Fair. Positions include gate attendants, set-up crew, maintenance, guest…...
Kentucky audit finds state overcharged $33 million in taxes, details mismanagement of funds
5+ mon, 2+ week ago (231+ words) The annual audit for Fiscal Year 2025 cites more than $1 billion in financial reporting errors. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — Kentucky Auditor Allison Ball released a new report Monday detailing the mismanagement of funds across the state's executive branch. The annual audit for…...
WDRB hosting Republican debate Monday for open U.S. Senate seat in Kentucky
5+ mon, 4+ week ago (166+ words) Windy with falling temps and rain to snow showers.. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — The top three Republican candidates running to replace longtime U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell will take the stage Monday night in downtown Louisville for a Republican primary debate hosted…...
Families call man a serial killer after he's linked to 3 Kentucky overdose deaths
10+ mon, 3+ week ago (486+ words) Lots of high clouds. Stays dry. Brian Epperson is linked to the death of three women. WINCHESTER, Ky. (WDRB) — Three Kentucky women were found dead after meth overdoses, and one man is linked to all three deaths. Their families believe…...
Miss Kentucky battled homelessness, adversity on her journey to the crown
11+ mon, 1+ week ago (643+ words) Mostly sunny and very warm.. Clear and calm with temperatures staying a bit warmer than average. Ariana Rodriguez used to sleep in her car, and put a bucket out to collect rain water for drinking and bathing. BARDSTOWN, Ky. (WDRB)…...
Kentucky replaces ACT with SAT for high school juniors starting in spring 2026
11+ mon, 2+ week ago (231+ words) Hit or miss showers and storms. Still humid. Showers continue through the night. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Kentucky high school students will now have to learn how to take the SAT instead of the ACT for college admissions. The Kentucky Department…...
Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame welcomes 5 new industry icons into elite class
11+ mon, 3+ week ago (119+ words) Air quality alert. Lots of sizzling sunshine. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — The Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame inducted five new members into its 2025 class, the highest honor given by the bourbon industry. Before a record crowd of more than 300 bourbon industry…...