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Christmas came early this year for Papa John, when he found the beloved 1971 Z28 Camaro he sold 25 years earlier to save his father's business and open his first Papa John's restaurant. That's why Papa John's is especially proud to partner with Toys for Tots to make the holidays...
Christmas came early this year for Papa John, when he found the beloved 1971 Z28 Camaro he sold 25 years earlier to save his father's business and open his first Papa John's restaurant. That's why Papa...   (Associated Press)
Ruby Ratliff, right, of Louisville, Ky., listenes to speakers on the floor of the House of Representatives during a rally supporting aging services at the Capitol building in Frankfort, Ky., on Monday, Nov. 16, 2009. (AP Photo/ James Crisp)
Ruby Ratliff, right, of Louisville, Ky., listenes to speakers on the floor of the House of Representatives during a rally supporting aging services at the Capitol building in Frankfort, Ky., on Monday,...   (Associated Press)
The new GE Profile(TM) 30
The new GE Profile(TM) 30" free-standing range with induction cooking cooks via a magnetic field to provide the responsiveness of gas, remarkably fast heating and excellent efficiency (Photo: Business...   (Associated Press)
FILE - Edwin Chandler wept while holding Marguerite Thomas' hand in court in Louisville, Ky., Monday, Oct. 13, 2009 after Chandler learned he was a free man.  A judge vacated the manslaughter and robbery charges against him in a 1993 slaying and robbery case. Thomas is the director of the...
FILE - Edwin Chandler wept while holding Marguerite Thomas' hand in court in Louisville, Ky., Monday, Oct. 13, 2009 after Chandler learned he was a free man. A judge vacated the manslaughter and robbery...   (Associated Press)
Open the December issue of Popular Science and you'll find that the GE Hybrid Water Heater, with its advanced technology, pulls energy savings out of thin air. The innovative water heater has won a Best of What's New award in the Home Technology category.
Open the December issue of Popular Science and you'll find that the GE Hybrid Water Heater, with its advanced technology, pulls energy savings out of thin air. The innovative water heater has won a Best...   (Associated Press)
CORRECTS SPELLING OF CHAO AND DATE - With former U.S. Labor Secretary Elaine Chao and her husband, Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell behind him, U.S. Sen. John McCain, right, answers questions, Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009, at the University of Louisville in Louisville, Ky., following the dedication of the...
CORRECTS SPELLING OF CHAO AND DATE - With former U.S. Labor Secretary Elaine Chao and her husband, Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell behind him, U.S. Sen. John McCain, right, answers questions,...   (Associated Press)
With former U.S. Labor Secretary Elaine Chow and her husband, Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell behind him, U.S. Sen. John McCain, right, answers questions Wednesday, Nov.12, 2009, at the University of Louisville in Louisville, Ky., following the dedication of the McConnell and Chow Archives at the university...
With former U.S. Labor Secretary Elaine Chow and her husband, Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell behind him, U.S. Sen. John McCain, right, answers questions Wednesday, Nov.12, 2009, at the University...   (Associated Press)
Dorla Moore casts her vote at the Grange Hall, in Nimishillen Twp precinct 2, Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009 outside Louisville, Ohio.  The best way to solve Ohio's 10 percent unemployment rate was at the heart of Tuesday's election as voters decided whether to reverse their two-decade old opposition to gambling...
Dorla Moore casts her vote at the Grange Hall, in Nimishillen Twp precinct 2, Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009 outside Louisville, Ohio. The best way to solve Ohio's 10 percent unemployment rate was at the heart...   (Associated Press)
Costa Papas casts his vote  at the Grange Hall, in Nimishillen Twp precinct 3, Tuesday Nov. 3, 2009, outside Louisville, Ohio. . The best way to solve Ohio's 10 percent unemployment rate was at the heart of Tuesday's election as voters decided whether to reverse their two-decade old opposition to gambling...
Costa Papas casts his vote at the Grange Hall, in Nimishillen Twp precinct 3, Tuesday Nov. 3, 2009, outside Louisville, Ohio. . The best way to solve Ohio's 10 percent unemployment rate was at the heart...   (Associated Press)
Fern Miller, 90, hands her electronic voting machine activation card back to polling judge Russell Groves after casting her ballot at the Grange Hall, in Nimishillen Twp precinct 2, Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009 outside of Louisville, Ohio. The best way to solve Ohio's 10 percent unemployment rate was at the...
Fern Miller, 90, hands her electronic voting machine activation card back to polling judge Russell Groves after casting her ballot at the Grange Hall, in Nimishillen Twp precinct 2, Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009...   (Associated Press)
Leland Varner casts his vote at the Grange Hall, in Nimishillen Twp. precinct 3, Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009 outside Louisville, Ohio. The best way to solve Ohio's 10 percent unemployment rate was at the heart of Tuesday's election as voters decided whether to reverse their two-decade old opposition to gambling...
Leland Varner casts his vote at the Grange Hall, in Nimishillen Twp. precinct 3, Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009 outside Louisville, Ohio. The best way to solve Ohio's 10 percent unemployment rate was at the heart...   (Associated Press)
FILE - In this April 30, 2006 file photo, the Main Street entrance of health benefits provider Humana Inc., is seen at their headquarters in Louisville, Ky.Health insurer Humana Inc. rode its strong government business in posting a 65 percent jump in third-quarter profit Monday, Nov. 2, 2009, as...
FILE - In this April 30, 2006 file photo, the Main Street entrance of health benefits provider Humana Inc., is seen at their headquarters in Louisville, Ky.Health insurer Humana Inc. rode its strong government...   (Associated Press)
This photo released by 21c Museum Hotel shows Cracking Art, Red Penguin on the balcony facing 7th street in Louisville,Ky.(AP Photo/21c Museum Hotel,Kenneth Hayden)
This photo released by 21c Museum Hotel shows Cracking Art, Red Penguin on the balcony facing 7th street in Louisville,Ky.(AP Photo/21c Museum Hotel,Kenneth Hayden)   (Associated Press)
KFC's $5 Madden NFL Box comes with one of four Madden NFL cups featuring NFL players Calvin Johnson, Jr., Philip Rivers, DeMarcus Ware or Brian Westbrook. (Photo: Business Wire)
KFC's $5 Madden NFL Box comes with one of four Madden NFL cups featuring NFL players Calvin Johnson, Jr., Philip Rivers, DeMarcus Ware or Brian Westbrook. (Photo: Business Wire)   (Associated Press)
Woodford Reserve has released its Master's Collection for 2009 - Seasoned Oak Finish (Photo: Business Wire)
Woodford Reserve has released its Master's Collection for 2009 - Seasoned Oak Finish (Photo: Business Wire)   (Associated Press)
This photo released by 21c Museum Hotel shows Cracking Art, Red Penguin on the balcony facing 7th street in Louisville,Ky.(AP Photo/21c Museum Hotel,Kenneth Hayden)
This photo released by 21c Museum Hotel shows Cracking Art, Red Penguin on the balcony facing 7th street in Louisville,Ky.(AP Photo/21c Museum Hotel,Kenneth Hayden)   (Associated Press)
This photo released by 21c Museum Hotel shows Cracking Art, Red Penguin on the balcony facing 7th street in Louisville,Ky.(AP Photo/21c Museum Hotel,Kenneth Hayden)
This photo released by 21c Museum Hotel shows Cracking Art, Red Penguin on the balcony facing 7th street in Louisville,Ky.(AP Photo/21c Museum Hotel,Kenneth Hayden)   (Associated Press)
The Belle of Louisville is accompanied by two tug boats down the Ohio River near Louisville, Ky., Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009. Several passengers aboard the Belle of Louisville suffered minor injuries Saturday when a strong wind pushed the steamboat into a parked barge on the Ohio River, authorities said. (AP...
The Belle of Louisville is accompanied by two tug boats down the Ohio River near Louisville, Ky., Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009. Several passengers aboard the Belle of Louisville suffered minor injuries Saturday...   (Associated Press)
FILE - In this Friday, May 1, 2009  file photo, Larry Birkhead arrives at the Barnstable Brown Derby party in Louisville, Ky., . Saying he wanted to avoid
FILE - In this Friday, May 1, 2009 file photo, Larry Birkhead arrives at the Barnstable Brown Derby party in Louisville, Ky., . Saying he wanted to avoid "a circus sideshow," a judge barred prosecutors...   (Associated Press)
Antiguo Tequila from Herradura arrives in the U.S. (Photo: Business Wire)
Antiguo Tequila from Herradura arrives in the U.S. (Photo: Business Wire)   (Associated Press)
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Appalachian State head coach Buzz Peterson, right, talks to Ryann Abraham during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game against Louisville Monday Nov. 23, 2009 in Louisville, Ky.  Louisville defeated Appalachian St. 80-53.  (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley)
Appalachian State head coach Buzz Peterson, right, talks to Ryann Abraham during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game against Louisville Monday Nov. 23, 2009 in Louisville, Ky. Louisville...   (Associated Press)
Louisville head coach Rick Pitino, right, gives instructions to Rakeem Buckles during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game against Appalachian State Monday Nov. 23, 2009 in Louisville, Ky. Louisville defeated Appalachian St. 80-53.  (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley)
Louisville head coach Rick Pitino, right, gives instructions to Rakeem Buckles during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game against Appalachian State Monday Nov. 23, 2009 in Louisville,...   (Associated Press)
Louisville's Peyton Siva, left, and Reginald Delk, right, battle Appalachian State's Josh Hunter for a loose ball during the second half of their NCAA college basketball game Monday Nov. 23, 2009 in Louisville, Ky. Louisville defeated Appalachian St. 80-53.  (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley)
Louisville's Peyton Siva, left, and Reginald Delk, right, battle Appalachian State's Josh Hunter for a loose ball during the second half of their NCAA college basketball game Monday Nov. 23, 2009 in Louisville,...   (Associated Press)
Louisville's Jerry Smith goes in for a lay up during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game against Appalachian State Monday Nov. 23, 2009 in Louisville, Ky. Louisville defeated Appalachian St. 80-53.  (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley)
Louisville's Jerry Smith goes in for a lay up during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game against Appalachian State Monday Nov. 23, 2009 in Louisville, Ky. Louisville defeated Appalachian...   (Associated Press)
Louisville's Samardo Samuels, left, is fouled by Appalachian State's Isaac Butts during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game Monday Nov. 23, 2009 in Louisville, Ky. Louisville defeated Appalachian St. 80-53. (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley)
Louisville's Samardo Samuels, left, is fouled by Appalachian State's Isaac Butts during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game Monday Nov. 23, 2009 in Louisville, Ky. Louisville defeated...   (Associated Press)
Appalachian State's Ryann Abraham, left, and Louisville's Peyton Siva battle for a loose ball during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game Monday Nov. 23, 2009 in Louisville, Ky. (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley)
Appalachian State's Ryann Abraham, left, and Louisville's Peyton Siva battle for a loose ball during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game Monday Nov. 23, 2009 in Louisville, Ky. (AP Photo/Timothy...   (Associated Press)
Appalachian State's Tyler Webb, front, fights his way around the defense of Louisville's Jared Swopshire during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game Monday Nov. 23, 2009 in Louisville, Ky.  (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley)
Appalachian State's Tyler Webb, front, fights his way around the defense of Louisville's Jared Swopshire during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game Monday Nov. 23, 2009 in Louisville,...   (Associated Press)
Louisville's Preston Knowles, right, tries to get the ball from Appalachian State's Josh Hunter during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game Monday Nov. 23, 2009 in Louisville, Ky.  (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley)
Louisville's Preston Knowles, right, tries to get the ball from Appalachian State's Josh Hunter during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game Monday Nov. 23, 2009 in Louisville, Ky. (AP...   (Associated Press)
FILE - This is an Oct. 24, 2009, file photo showing Louisville head coach Steve Kragthorpe and defensive end Rodney Gnat (58) leading the team onto the field at the start of an NCAA college football game against Cincinnati, in Cincinnati. Louisville started the season with major questions, now only...
FILE - This is an Oct. 24, 2009, file photo showing Louisville head coach Steve Kragthorpe and defensive end Rodney Gnat (58) leading the team onto the field at the start of an NCAA college football game...   (Associated Press)
Morgan State's Reggie Holmes, center, attempts to keep the ball away from the defensive pressure of Louisville's Preston Knowles, left, and Jerry Smith during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009, in Louisville, Ky. Louisville defeated Morgan State 90-81. (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley)
Morgan State's Reggie Holmes, center, attempts to keep the ball away from the defensive pressure of Louisville's Preston Knowles, left, and Jerry Smith during the first half of their NCAA college basketball...   (Associated Press)
Morgan State's Kevin Thompson, left, tries to get a hand in the face of Louisville's Samardo Samuels during the second half of their NCAA college basketball game Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009, in Louisville, Ky. Louisville defeated Morgan State 90-81. (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley)
Morgan State's Kevin Thompson, left, tries to get a hand in the face of Louisville's Samardo Samuels during the second half of their NCAA college basketball game Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009, in Louisville,...   (Associated Press)
Morgan State coach Todd Bozeman, right, discusses a call with referee Steve Skiles during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Louisville, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009, in Louisville, Ky. Louisville defeated Morgan State 90-81. (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley)
Morgan State coach Todd Bozeman, right, discusses a call with referee Steve Skiles during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Louisville, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009, in Louisville, Ky....   (Associated Press)
Morgan State coach Todd Bozeman, right, discusses a call with referee Steve Skiles during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Louisville, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009, in Louisville, Ky. Louisville defeated Morgan St. 90-81. (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley)
Morgan State coach Todd Bozeman, right, discusses a call with referee Steve Skiles during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Louisville, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009, in Louisville, Ky....   (Associated Press)
Louisville coach Rick Pitino shouts instructions to his players during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game against Morgan State, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009, in Louisville, Ky. Louisville defeated Morgan State 90-81. (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley)
Louisville coach Rick Pitino shouts instructions to his players during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game against Morgan State, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009, in Louisville, Ky. Louisville defeated...   (Associated Press)
Morgan State's Joe Davis, front, drives around the defense of Louisville's Preston Knowles during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009, in Louisville, Ky. Louisville defeated Morgan State 90-81. (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley)
Morgan State's Joe Davis, front, drives around the defense of Louisville's Preston Knowles during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009, in Louisville, Ky. Louisville...   (Associated Press)
Louisville's Edgar Sosa, right, puts up a shot past the defensive pressure of Morgan State's Troy Smith during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009, in Louisville, Ky. Louisville defeated Morgan State 90-81. (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley)
Louisville's Edgar Sosa, right, puts up a shot past the defensive pressure of Morgan State's Troy Smith during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009, in Louisville,...   (Associated Press)
Morgan State's Kevin Thompson, left, tries to drive around the defense of Louisville's Peyton Siva during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009, in Louisville, Ky. (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley)
Morgan State's Kevin Thompson, left, tries to drive around the defense of Louisville's Peyton Siva during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009, in Louisville, Ky....   (Associated Press)
Louisville's Samardo Samuels, right, puts a shot up over the defense of Morgan State's Sean Thomas during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009, in Louisville, Ky. (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley)
Louisville's Samardo Samuels, right, puts a shot up over the defense of Morgan State's Sean Thomas during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009, in Louisville, Ky....   (Associated Press)
Louisville's Jared Swopshire, right, gets a shot off past the reach of Morgan State's Rodney Stokes during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game Sunday Nov. 22, 2009, in Louisville, Ky. (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley)
Louisville's Jared Swopshire, right, gets a shot off past the reach of Morgan State's Rodney Stokes during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game Sunday Nov. 22, 2009, in Louisville, Ky....   (Associated Press)
Louisville's Samardo Samuels, right, puts a shot up over the defense of Morgan State's Sean Thomas during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009, in Louisville, Ky. (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley)
Louisville's Samardo Samuels, right, puts a shot up over the defense of Morgan State's Sean Thomas during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009, in Louisville, Ky....   (Associated Press)
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  • Cancer-test advice decried

    Courier-Journal Kentucky | 11/25/2009 6:00:00 AM

    Deb Reynolds-Deiss of Palmyra, Ind., was diagnosed with breast cancer three years ago, at age 47 — and is convinced that having a mammogram every year since 40 is the reason she's alive. More »

  • Cancer survivor opposes new guidelines

    Courier-Journal Kentucky | 11/25/2009 6:00:00 AM

    With her personal fight against breast cancer fading into the past, Megan Schanie's days now begin at 6 a.m. with a high-intensity aerobic workout called "Insanity" and continue at the breakneck pace of a working mother. More »

  • Over 300 homebound to get Thanksgiving meals

    Courier-Journal Kentucky | 11/24/2009 11:54:00 PM

    More than 300 homebound seniors will get a special delivery of turkey, mashed potatoes and all the fixings on Thanksgiving, thanks to volunteers with the Louisville Metro Meals on Wheels Program. More »

  • McMahan Fire Chief Paul Barth Suspended

    WLKY 32 | 11/24/2009 11:47:33 PM

    Long-time McMahan Fire Chief Paul Barth is now on unpaid suspension after a McMahan Fire District Board hearing. Refresh WLKY.com often and watch WLKY News for the latest updates. More »

  • Exclusive: Parents Speak Out About Dog Dragging Baby

    WLKY 32 | 11/24/2009 11:17:33 PM

    A family recounts the day their beloved dog carried off their newborn baby. More »

  • Harbor at Great Lawn is being dredged

    Courier-Journal Kentucky | 11/24/2009 10:48:00 PM

    So much silt and debris had built up in the municipal harbor off the Great Lawn at Waterfront Park that pleasure craft with more than a 1-foot draft — nearly all vessels — often couldn't dock without scraping bottom or getting stuck. More »

  • 2009 Second-Deadliest Year Since Metro Merger

    WLKY 32 | 11/24/2009 9:33:53 PM

    According to police statistics, 2009 is the second-deadliest year since the city-county merger in terms of criminal homicides. More »

  • Plans announced for school H1N1 vaccinations

    Courier-Journal Kentucky | 11/24/2009 8:24:00 PM

    Louisville health department officials on Tuesday announced specific plans for the "monumental undertaking" of vaccinating thousands of students at more than 170 public, parochial and private schools against swine flu. More »

  • Census worker hanged himself, police say

    Courier-Journal Kentucky | 11/24/2009 7:52:00 PM

    The census worker found dead with the word "fed" scrawled across his chest in remote Clay County in September killed himself and staged it to look like he was murdered, the Kentucky State Police said Tuesday. More »

  • Slain woman's testimony to be allowed in murder trial

    Courier-Journal Kentucky | 11/24/2009 7:23:00 PM

    She was an alleged eyewitness to murder, a woman who had come forward to tell police she could identify the man who shot her boyfriend. But in March, just weeks after reluctantly agreeing to testify in the capital murder case against Lloyd Hammond, 31-year-old Troya Sheckles was shot to death, leaving prosecutors with a weakened case. More »

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