Edward White has been a staple of Louisville arts since the 90s. He ran the River City Drum Corps for decades… leading it to national prominence. As WFPL’s Stephanie Wolf learned, though, White has an entirely different set of skills that haven’t been seen until now.

Activists concerned over bills that take aim at charitable bail funds by 89.3 WFPL News Louisville

On Dec. 9, 2021, police arrested two suspects in the shooting death of 16-year-old Tyree Smith at his JCPS bus stop. Both are teenagers.

WFPL's Jess Clark met with Tyree's family to discuss their feelings about the arrests. Tyree's mother said she had "no ill will" toward the suspects, and worried about their families and their futures.

KyCIR Amplify: FEMA denials frustrate KY tornado survivors by 89.3 WFPL News Louisville

A committee of state lawmakers moved forward a bill that would prevent transgender girls from playing on girls sports teams in K-12 schools. WFPL news editor talked to WFPL educator reporter Jess Clark, who's been following the legislation.

FEMA denials frustrate Kentucky tornado survivors by 89.3 WFPL News Louisville

As the planet continues to warm, some experts say the use of artificial snow for winter sports could be the norm. This week on Science Behind the Forecast, WFPL's Bill Burton and WAVE 3 Meteorologist Tawana Andrew talk about how climate change is affecting the 2022 Winter Olympics and how it could influence where future games are held.

A new Kentucky Opera production of Gluck’s “Orfeo” looks at the composer’s original intent. Taking the work back in time, sonically, makes it feel quite modern.

Advocates Fear Louisville Weeds Ordinance Restricts Native Plant Cultivation by 89.3 WFPL News Louisville

Louisville Metro passed a resolution in 2020 to make city government operations 100% renewable by 2035. But the city’s utility, Louisville Gas & Electric, has other plans.

While the investor-owned utility does plan to add more renewable energy to its portfolio, Louisville Gas and Electric has also told state regulators it intends to burn fossil fuels for the foreseeable future, including coal and natural gas.