City News

In light of Governor Beshear’s recent recommendations for red-zone counties, and the importance of keeping our visitors, volunteers, and staff healthy and safe, Locust Grove has made changes to hours and offerings heading into the winter months. Beginning November 1, the Locust Grove Visitors’ Center, Museum Store, and Museum Gallery will be open...

Mayor Greg Fischer is reminding residents of the next steps toward police reform and reimagining public safety, including a Metro Council virtual public hearing today, where dozens of residents will be sharing their views on the city’s short-term contract with the FOP. “We remain committed to listening to the people and making reforms to address...

Notice of Action on a Federally Enforceable District Origin Operating Permit (FEDOOP) The Louisville Metro Air Pollution Control District (District) proposes to issue a FEDOOP operating permit for TransMontaigne Operating Company, L.P. – Louisville (bulk fuel distribution terminal), 4510 Bells Lane, Louisville, KY 40211 in accordance with...

Louisville, KY: Members of the Community will come together in a socially distant and safe manner to celebrate the life of Mr. Bob Beard. Bob was known by many as the Mayor of Fern Creek, and lived a life dedicated to service to the community in which he lived. “Bob’s been called the Mayor of Fern Creek” for a good reason. His willingness to lead...

Mayor Greg Fischer and United States Attorney Russell Coleman joined community leaders, police, members of the city’s business and non-profit community, Metro Council and the state today to announce a new approach to violence prevention in Louisville that works by directly engaging those most intimately involved in and affected by violence. Called...

Mayor Greg Fischer today recognized the contributions of the LOU COVID Rapid Response Group to helping combat the COVID-19 pandemic through the manufacturing and distribution of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) starting in March. The group is a collection of manufacturers, suppliers, universities and individuals designing and manufacturing or 3D...

The Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness and Lacuna Health has increased staffing for its COVID-19 Helpline to even more quickly provide support and answers to residents and businesses with questions about COVID-19 – and to initiate the contact tracing process among those testing positive for the virus. Metro’s Contact Tracing...

The Louisville Metro Council will offer a public comment session for those who would like to speak on the Collective Bargaining Agreement between Metro Government and the River City Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #614.

Councilman Coan and Councilwoman Jessica Green (D-1) discuss her life, experiences and relentless pursuit of a more just city. Available on iTunes, Soundcloud, Spotify or your podcatcher of choice!

Louisville – The Jefferson County Attorney’s Office has issued an advisory opinion stating the Metro Council does have approval power over the final collective bargaining agreement between Metro Government and the River City FOP. Councilman David Yates (D-25), chair of the Labor and Economic Development Committee and President David James (D-6)...

Mayor Greg Fischer today recognized the contributions of the LOU Covid Rapid Response Group to helping combat the COVID-19 pandemic through the manufacturing and distribution of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) starting in March. The group is a collection of manufacturers, suppliers, universities and individuals designing and manufacturing or 3D...

Mayor Greg Fischer and Metro Council President David James today announced their Civilian Review Board Work Group’s proposal to establish a new Civilian Review & Accountability Board will be heard by the Council’s Public Safety Committee at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28. The group’s recommendation would add a new layer of independent review to...

Mayor Greg Fischer and Public Health and Wellness Director Dr. Sarah Moyer stated today that Louisville’s COVID-19 cases are continuing to increase at an alarming rate, and we remain in the red alert level in every ZIP code in Louisville. That means there are more than 25 cases per 100,000 residents. “This virus isn’t going away,” the Mayor said....

President David James (D-6) has announced the Historic City Hall Clock is shining pink in as reminder of the importance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

With winter just around the corner, the Metro Council’s Community Affairs, Health and Education Committee will hold an important discussion on Wednesday, October 28th to learn what local utilities plan to do to help those facing cutoffs due to the COVID-19 Pandemic.