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Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Kentucky Kroger closes aisle after possible rodent infestation
LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — A possible rodent infestation is being investigated at a Louisville Kroger store. WDRB reported that the Louisville Health Department is investigating the Goss Avenue Kroger after evidence of a rodent infestation was found in three aisles, including bread and pasta products. Kentucky Kroger closes aisle after possible rodent infestation Beshear activates Emergency Operations Center ahead of 'No Kings' protests Lexington 'No Kings' rally to remain peaceful amid anti-ICE protests in LA The health department has ordered the store to close the affected aisles, remove everything from the shelves, and break them down to get rid of the pests. A Kroger spokesperson said the company worked with the Health Department to fully resolve the issue and ensure the store meets the highest standards of cleanliness and safety. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
New York Post
08-06-2025
- Sport
- New York Post
Ex-Louisville star Russ Smith arrested for suspicion of DUI, reckless driving
Louisville Metro Police arrested a former Louisville basketball star early Sunday morning for driving under the influence of alcohol. Russ Smith, a member of the 2013 Louisville basketball team who won the NCAA Tournament that was later vacated, was stopped after police spotted him making a U-turn across multiple lanes and noticed his license plate tag had expired, the Courier Journal reported after viewing the arrest citation. Police detected a 'strong odor of alcoholic beverages' on Smith's breath when they first talked to him, and he failed a field sobriety test after he told officers that he drank 'two bourbon pours neat' before getting behind the wheel, according to the arrest citation. 3 Russ Smith was arrested early Sunday morning. Louisville Metro Corrections 3 Russ Smith looks to pass during Louisville's game in November 2012. Getty Images The Queens native 'swayed' when he stepped out of the car and failed a walk and turn test, WDRB reported. Smith had a 0.073 blood alcohol content, but in the state of Kentucky, drivers can still be prosecuted if they have a BAC of above 0.04 but below 0.08 as long as there is other evidence to support the case. 'That fact may be considered, together with other competent evidence, in determining the guilt or innocence of the defendant,' according to the statute in the state. A police spokesperson told WDRB that 'we will allow the arrest slip to speak for itself,' when asked about Smith's BAC. Smith faces charges of driving under the influence, reckless driving and having unregistered license plates. 3 Russ Smith drives to the basket during Louisville's game in March 2014. Getty Images He was released without bond and is due back in court for an arraignment hearing on June 11 at Jefferson County District Court. WDRB reported that Smith is slated to play in The Basketball Tournament this summer, a winner-take-all tournament with a $1 million prize. Smith played four years at Louisville, and he averaged 14.3 points per game. He had brief NBA stints with the Pelicans and Grizzlies, as well as some time in the G-League and overseas. Smith played his high school ball at Archbishop Molloy in Queens
Miami Herald
22-05-2025
- Miami Herald
Woman profited off slain high schooler's death, Indiana cops say. She's charged
When an Indiana high school student was shot and killed during a fall festival, a woman promised she would print and sell T-shirts to benefit the victim's family, authorities say. Instead, she is accused of pocketing the money, profiting off the death of 18-year-old Bryce Gerlach. Accused of not handing over more than $13,000 in funds, Amber Tower now reportedly faces a conversion charge following the months-long investigation by the Harrison County Sheriff's Office, according to WDRB. 'The facts of this case are a difficult one,' Harrison County Prosecutor Otto Schalk told WDRB. 'They're a difficult case to stomach. You see an individual that's alleged to have been exploiting the senseless death of one of our Harrison County teens. It's hard to stomach.' Gerlach, a senior at Corydon Central High School, was fatally shot Oct. 12 during the Harvest Homecoming festival in New Albany, according to WAVE and the New Albany Police Department. Two others were also shot. Tower, the owner of Tower's Tees, posted on social media that she would print T-shirts that would benefit the Gerlach family, according to WLKY. The Gerlach family, however, never received any of the $13,615.93 in donations. One of Tower's employees tipped off local authorities in March, alleging the company printed 800 shirts for the fundraisers that totaled around $19,000, according to the affidavit obtained by WAVE. The worker quit when learning the money had not been donated to the family. '(Tower) then joked around and said that her giving the 'Justice for Bryce' T-shirts (for free) should cover the donations,' WHAS reported, citing the court documents. Tower recently turned herself in and was bailed out of jail on a $1,000 bond, according to WAVE 3. Her attorney, Richard Rush, said Tower is innocent and has cooperated in the investigation. 'From the outset, Ms. Tower expressed her willingness to remit the full amount of proceeds raised during the fundraising efforts,' Rush said in a statement to WAVE. 'Weeks before any criminal charge was filed, her counsel communicated her intent to remit the full amount referenced in the probable cause affidavit. That offer remains open. Despite efforts to resolve this matter constructively and transparently, no resolution was reached prior to the filing of charges.' A conversion charge means Tower 'knowingly or intentionally exert(ed) unauthorized control over property of another person.' The New Albany Police Department announced in November multiple people had been charged in Gerlach's death. New Albany is a suburb of Louisville, Kentucky.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Beloved Louisville Restaurant Closing Its Doors After 96 Years
After nearly a century of service, a beloved restaurant in Louisville has closed its doors. The Cottage Inn Restaurant on Eastern Parkway first opened in 1929. It became an incredibly popular spot because of their burgers, chicken and pork chops. Their customers also adored their signature sandwich, the Cottage Inn Hot Brown, which had turkey, bacon and cheese. Back in February, the Cottage Inn sadly discontinued its breakfast service due to the rise in prices for eggs and other items. Unfortunately for the Louisville community, the Cottage Inn announced on social media this May that it's now closing down for good. "After many wonderful years serving up southern comfort food and good vibes, we're closing this chapter of Cottage Inn Restaurant," the establishment's Facebook post read. "It's been an honor to cook for you, laugh with you, and be a part of this amazing community. ... From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for all the love and support over the years." Before fans of the Cottage Inn remove 570 Eastern Pkwy, Louisville, Kentucky from their GPS, it's worth noting that new ownership will take over the business. "But don't worry — this isn't the end for this historic location," the Cottage Inn added. "New ownership is stepping in soon, and while things may look a little different, we're excited for what's ahead." According to WDRB, the beloved restaurant will now be known as Parkway Diner. The current expectation is that it'll only be open for breakfast and lunch. The Cottage Inn's staff will reportedly stick around for this new chapter.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Yahoo
Search continues for Rowan County inmate who escaped custody Tuesday
MOREHEAD, Ky. (FOX 56) — A search continued in Rowan County on Wednesday after an inmate escaped police custody early Tuesday morning. The search began around 3:00 a.m. on Tuesday after 35-year-old Anthony Martinez escaped police custody while at the University of Kentucky St. Claire Hospital. This is not the first time the Indiana man has fled police. WDRB, the Louisville FOX affiliate, reported he escaped from custody in 2020. Martinez was being held at the Rowan County Detention Center and was set to spend 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to charges of armed robbery in 2022. He has been connected to at least four bank robberies. New KYTC initiative to shorten lines at driver licensing offices Search continues for Rowan County inmate who escaped custody Tuesday Travelers find smooth Real ID process at Blue Grass Airport 'That's all we really found, a couple of articles of clothing that could be his, and they were found not too far off of where they lost sight of him,' said Morehead Chief of Police Derrick Blevins. The police said Martinez was outside the hospital with detention center guards when he took off running, heading eastbound. Police continued to look for Martinez, and on Wednesday, the Eastern Kentucky K-9 unit stepped in to help. 'We deployed drones to try to look for him, we used some dogs to try to locate him, and we have detectives working with the jail to try and run down any leads there that we can,' Blevins said. Search teams walked miles led by K-9, starting at the hospital, going through nearby neighborhoods, and even searching along Highway 60. With Morehead State University and Rowan County Schools nearby, Blevins said they worked to quickly notify both. Read more of the latest Kentucky Derby news 'On foot in areas, looking in any abandoned structures, areas of agitation where somebody might be able to hide, so that's what we've been focusing on today,' Blevins said. Police said help from the public is important and encouraged anyone who believes they have seen Martinez, whether that be through home security footage or in person, to contact 911. Anthony Martinez is 6 feet, 2 inches tall and weighs around 210 pounds. He no longer has facial hair. FOX 56 asked authorities why Martinez was away from the jail and at the hospital, and has not gotten an answer. 'While the individual was not a patient at the time of the incident, UK St. Claire remains committed to supporting the police as they investigate,' UK St. Claire spokesperson Kristi Willett told FOX 56. Kentucky State Police and the Rowan County Sheriff's Office are also helping in the search. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
