Louisville news, events and sports — your go-to local updates

Want to know what matters in Louisville right now? From Kentucky Derby prep to city council votes and Cardinals games, this page points you to the fastest ways to stay informed and where to find reliable local stories.

If you care about local politics, public safety, or neighborhood events, start with quick alerts. Set a Google Alert for “Louisville” plus a topic you care about (crime, schools, transportation). Sign up for email newsletters from one or two trusted outlets and turn on breaking alerts in their apps. That way you get headlines without scrolling forever.

How to follow Louisville news fast

Follow these simple steps to keep up without the noise: 1) Subscribe to the Courier-Journal for local reporting and investigative pieces. 2) Listen to WFPL for in-depth stories and explainers. 3) Use local TV station apps like WDRB or WHAS11 for breaking news and live video. 4) Follow official Louisville Metro accounts for service updates, road closures, and meeting notices. Combine push alerts for breaking events with a daily newsletter for context.

Want real-time tips? Use Twitter/X or the stations’ apps during severe weather or major traffic incidents. For neighborhood-level issues—trash pickup, local disputes, or block events—Nextdoor and neighborhood Facebook groups are more useful than broad news sites.

Top local sources, teams and events to watch

Here are the places and names you’ll want on your radar: Courier-Journal and WFPL for reporting; WDRB and WHAS11 for live TV coverage; the official Louisville Metro website for public records and council schedules; Visit Louisville for events and tourism info. Sports fans should follow the University of Louisville Cardinals coverage, Louisville City FC updates, and the Louisville Bats for minor-league baseball news. And of course, the Kentucky Derby and Derby Festival dominate spring headlines—watch local coverage for road plans, ticket info, and event schedules.

Looking for local voices? Read opinion pieces and community columns to hear how issues affect residents. If you want deeper context on a story—budget changes, school board decisions, or development plans—check meeting minutes and public agendas on the Metro site before commenting or attending meetings.

Want to help or report something? Most outlets have a tips page or an email for news tips. For urgent safety issues, call 911. For non-emergency police matters, use the Louisville Metro Police non-emergency line. If you’re following long-running stories (development projects, court cases), bookmark the reporter’s page and subscribe to updates so you don’t miss key moves.

Finally, cut the clutter. Pick two news sources and one community channel, set alerts that matter, and check a newsletter each morning. You’ll stay informed about Louisville without getting overwhelmed.

Got a tip or an event to share? Use the contact or submit-a-tip link on your chosen outlet’s site—local journalists rely on readers to surface stories worth covering.