Author: Living Legends

SHEPHERDSVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — Floodwaters in Bullitt County, Kentucky, have left widespread damage after the Salt River crested early Monday morning. Floodwaters have inundated streets, homes, and properties across the area, with many areas submerged for the first time in years. In downtown Shepherdsville, much of the street is covered by floodwater. Residents are forced to deal with rising water levels that began after several days of heavy rainfall. While the river crested this morning, local officials say it will take time for conditions to improve. Kristie Lyons, a local resident, described how her front yard now resembles something closer…

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — The Louisville Metropolitan Sewer District has all 16 of its flood pump stations running right now as the Ohio River and Beargrass Creek continue to rise in the city. MSD said in a news conference Monday morning that 55 of its 150 floodgates are now closed for what appears to be a top-10 flooding event in its history. “Be aware of the water outside,” said Dane Anderson, operations director for MSD Flood Protection. “Don’t think it’s safe. Stay out of the waterways. As everybody’s been talking, don’t go around the barricades. (There’s) construction going on, (and)…

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — The National Weather Service confirmed an EF3 tornado hit Jeffersontown after severe weather hit Louisville last week. Survey crews assessed the damage around the Ampere Drive area in eastern Jefferson County. Preliminary assessment confirmed 145 mph winds hit the area. The National Weather Service is unsure of the path length or width at this time. I believe this preliminary EF-3 may be the highest rated tornado damage we have had in Jefferson county since May 28th, 1996. — Bryce Jones (@BryceJonesWx) April 7, 2025 A state of emergency was declared last week in Louisville after a…

FRANKFORT, Ky. (WDRB) — Two people are dead after flooding in Kentucky, and hundreds of roads are closed across the state. Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear announced the fatalities during a media briefing Monday morning. He also said crews are searching for a boater reported missing in McCracken County. A 74-year-old woman died in Nelson County after becoming trapped in her vehicle, and an 8-year-old boy was killed in Frankfort early Friday when he was swept away by floodwaters The flooding has resulted in the closure of 538 state roads — more than half in western Kentucky, including Dawson Springs, which…

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — A former University of Louisville defensive back charged in November with felony strangulation and domestic assault had those charges dropped but was convicted of disorderly conduct, according to court records. Tayon Holloway, 21, was given a diverted sentence on March 27, meaning he will avoid jail, and if he stays out of trouble and follows certain conditions until June 4, the disorderly conduct charge will be dismissed and expunged, or erased, from his record. As part of the conditions, Holloway is allowed to have no contact with the victim, pay her $52 and not own any…

WASHINGTON (AP) — Books on the Holocaust, histories of feminism, civil rights and racism, and Maya Angelou’s famous autobiography, “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings,” were among the nearly 400 volumes removed from the U.S. Naval Academy’s library this week after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s office ordered the school to get rid of ones that promote diversity, equity and inclusion. The Navy late Friday provided the list of 381 books that have been taken out of its library. The move marks another step in the Trump administration’s far-reaching effort to purge so-called DEI content from federal agencies, including policies,…

Glen DeCicco Arrested for Threatening President Donald Trump: Florida Man Faces Charges for Social Media Post, Prompting Federal and Local Response In an unsettling incident in Florida, Glen DeCicco, a man from the region, was arrested following a highly disturbing social media post threatening the life of President Donald Trump. The post, made on Facebook, contained the alarming phrase “ass-ass-inate!” which immediately caught the attention of local authorities and U.S. Secret Service agents. This incident raised immediate concerns about the potential for harm, leading to a swift response from law enforcement agencies. The chilling post was shared by DeCicco on…

Charlotte Woman Shot While Pregnant with Twins: Family Requests Privacy and Support in Wake of Tragic Domestic Violence Incident Charlotte, NC – April 1, 2025 – A family in Charlotte, North Carolina, is grappling with an overwhelming tragedy after a 13-week-pregnant woman, who was carrying twins, was shot by her boyfriend in a violent domestic dispute on March 30, 2025. The victim, whose identity is being withheld out of respect for her family’s privacy, remains in critical condition in a local hospital after sustaining life-threatening injuries. In the wake of this harrowing event, the victim’s family is requesting the community’s…

It is with great sadness that I share the heartbreaking news of the passing of Kevin Glenn, the Center Administrative Director at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). Kevin’s untimely death has created a profound loss, leaving an indelible void not only among his colleagues but also within the hearts of the countless families whose lives he impacted through his dedication to pediatric healthcare. As we come to terms with this tragic event, we reflect on the tremendous contributions Kevin made to CHOP and the healthcare community at large, and we honor his legacy with deep respect and gratitude. Kevin…

WHATLEY, AL – The Clarke County Sheriff’s Office has released new details in what authorities are calling a tragic case of domestic violence that left three people dead and a child seriously injured in the Whatley community on Sunday morning. According to a news release from the sheriff’s office, deputies were dispatched to a home on Mary Aquilla Road just after 8 a.m. for a welfare check. Upon arrival, they discovered a horrifying scene. Inside the residence, authorities found an 11-year-old girl suffering from gunshot wounds. She was immediately transported to Grove Hill Hospital before being airlifted to a trauma…