SUMMARY: Ballard Park, a historic site in Smoketown, is set to undergo significant upgrades, marking its first major investment in over 20 years. The Parks Alliance of Louisville, along with Louisville Parks and Recreation and community partners, is spearheading a $1.3 million project to enhance the park, which has served as a public space for Black residents since its opening in 1919. Planned improvements include new playground equipment, a multi-purpose sport court, exercise stations, and a picnic pavilion. The groundbreaking for these upgrades is scheduled for early next year, emphasizing the importance of parks for community health and well-being.

Ballard Park in Louisville getting major overhaul

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SUMMARY: In Laurel County, residents feel relieved following the discovery of a body believed to be Joseph Couch, the suspect in a mass shooting on I75 two weeks ago that injured five. Kentucky State Police confirmed the cause of death as a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The shooting incident, which occurred on September 7, sparked a massive manhunt involving local and federal authorities. Community safety concerns grew during the search, but Governor Bashear expressed gratitude that Couch’s threat has ended. Private citizens Fred and Sheila McCoy played a pivotal role in locating Couch, and further DNA testing is underway to confirm his identity.

The State Medical Examiner has completed the autopsy on the body discovered near exit 49 on I-75 on Wednesday.

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SUMMARY: Breaking news from Eastern Kentucky: District Judge Kevin Mullins has been shot and killed at the Letcher County Courthouse in Whitesburg. Governor Andy Beshear confirmed the judge was killed in his chambers, condemning the violence in society. The Kentucky Court of Justice acknowledged the tragic incident and is collaborating with law enforcement, including the Kentucky State Police. Several local schools, including Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College and Letcher County schools, were briefly put on lockdown as authorities responded. Investigations are ongoing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

A judge was shot and killed in the Letcher County Courthouse on Thursday, according to Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear.

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