Sugarland Lawyers: Fans’ Inaction Led To State Fair Injuries

by Rick Howlett February 21, 2012

From the Associated Press: Attorneys for the country duo Sugarland say the injuries fans suffered in a deadly stage collapse at the Indiana State Fair were “their own fault.” Sugarland’s attorneys say some or all of the injuries happened because fans failed to take steps to ensure their own safety before high winds toppled stage [...]

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Fairness Leaders Back Anti-Bullying Bill

by Phillip M. Bailey February 21, 2012

Gay rights leaders from across Kentucky are supporting a bill that would strengthen the state’s current anti-bullying laws. The legislation was introduced by state Rep. Mary Lou Marzian, D-Louisville, and would create or improve protections against discrimination based upon students’ race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or learning disabilities. State lawmakers passed a broad anti-bullying [...]

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News Special: Congressman John Yarmuth

by Laura Ellis February 21, 2012

Congressman John Yarmuth has proposed amending the Constitution to overturn the Citizens United ruling. But he also supports the President’s decision to endorse a SuperPAC in this year’s election. We’ll talk to Congressman Yarmuth about these and other issues, and give you a chance to share your questions and thoughts at 502-814-8255. Join us Wednesday [...]

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Megabus Extends Midwest Service to Louisville, Nashville

by Devin Katayama February 21, 2012

The low-cost bus service Megabus.com is coming back to Louisville after taking a hiatus in 2008. Beginning mid-March, the company will run routes between Louisville, Nashville, Chicago and Indianapolis. The price to ride begins at $1 if booked early enough, but typical prices range from $5 to around $30, said Bryony Chamberlain, director for Megabus.com. [...]

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Rising Gas Prices, Debate Over Publishing H5N1 Research, and a Two-Hour Marathon?: Today on Here and Now

by Laura Ellis February 21, 2012

1:06pm: Even though domestic consumption is down, gas prices are on the rise. There are real concerns about the supply of oil; relations between Iran and the West are strained and Iran says it’s shutting down sales of oil to Europe and there’s political turmoil in Nigeria, which is affecting supplies here in the US. [...]

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Bill Allowing Reflective Tape on Amish Buggies Close to Becoming Law

by Kenny Colston February 21, 2012

A bill allowing Amish buggy drivers in Kentucky to use reflective tape instead of a state-mandated orange triangle is only a few steps away from becoming law. The state Senate passed a bill addressing the issue weeks ago. And a House committee passed its own version last week. There are a few differences in each [...]

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U of L Medical School Dean Leaving for New York Position

by Rick Howlett February 21, 2012

The dean of the University of Louisville School of Medicine is leaving the job for a position in New York. U of L announced today that Dean Edward Halperin will become chief executive officer and chancellor for health affairs of New York Medical College in Westchester County. He’ll also be provost for biomedical affairs at [...]

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Conrad Named Police Chief

by Gabe Bullard February 21, 2012

Mayor Greg Fischer has named Steve Conrad as Chief of the Louisville Metro Police Department. Conrad is a former Louisville assistant police chief and the current Chief of Police for Glendale, Arizona. His appointment  comes months after former Chief Robert White left the LMPD to become chief of the Denver Police Department. Fischer and Conrad [...]

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Local LIHEAP Funding Will Likely Last for Another Month

by Erica Peterson February 21, 2012

The funding for Jefferson County’s low-income heating assistance program is expected to last for another month, but the unseasonably mild weather has reduced demand for aid. The crisis phase of the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, or LIHEAP, began on January 4. The program uses federal money to pay bills for low-income residents who are [...]

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EPA Holds Third Update on Floyds Fork Watershed Modeling Tonight

by Erica Peterson February 21, 2012

The Environmental Protection Agency will update residents tonight on the efforts to develop new pollution limits for the Floyds Fork watershed. This is the third time since August the agency has come to Louisville to discuss the project. Floyds Fork has been designated as “impaired,” which means its waterway can’t fulfill its designated functions. The [...]

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