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New contracts could save Louisville millions

Submitted by Heather Smith, Community Web Producer
Wednesday, May 16th, 2012, 10:11pm

LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Two new contracts aim to help the city of Louisville save millions of dollars.

The new contracts involve Metro EMS and Metro Corrections employees.

On the heels of questions about overtime pay policies at the expense of taxpayers, both contracts include provisions so that sick time and vacation no longer count as time worked.

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Kosair part of new group to end child abuse

Submitted by WAVE3 Web Staff
Wednesday, May 16th, 2012, 4:27pm

LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Kentucky ranks among the top states where children are dying from child abuse. The victims who make up that statistic are often taken to Kosair Children's Hospital.

Kosair is part of a new group aiming to eliminate that stat.

'Partnership to Eliminate Child Abuse' is just that - several partners including medical professionals, local and state leaders. They formed the new group to better communicate with the public.

"We can't often prevent congenital heart disease or cancer in children, but this is completely preventable," Dr. Wright said.

Kosair isn't in this alone. UofL Pediatrics - Forensic Medicine, Kentucky Children's Hospital, local and state leaders formed the new group to better communicate with you and be a resource.

Dr. Wright reached out to print and broadcast outlets in hopes of keeping the conversation going, after a tragic event.

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Victim of deadly shooting identified

Submitted by Joey Brown on Wednesday, May 16th, 2:48 pm

LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) – The victim of a deadly shooting in west Louisville has been identified by the Jefferson County Coroner.

Andre Sloss, 23, was found shot to death between two houses in the 3500 block of Herman Street Tuesday night. The coroner said Sloss died of a gunshot wound to the torso.

Police said they had no suspects in the case.

Anyone with information about Sloss' murder should call the anonymous tip line at 502-574-LMPD.

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Parent charged with assaulting school principal

Submitted by Charles Gazaway on Wednesday, May 16th, 11:58 am

LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) – A Louisville man is facing charges after he was arrested for assaulting the principal of his child's elementary school Tuesday afternoon.

According to an arrest report, Lonnell Gathright was upset that his child was placed on a school bus at Hazelwood Elementary instead of being picked up by him.

The report states Gathright, 27, confronted the principal over the matter and was told not to enter the school building. Gathright pushed the principal aside and was attempting to make his way to the school office when he was confronted by a teacher and school security monitor. The arrest report says Gathright pushed the two aside in an attempt to confront a person in the school office.

Because of the incident, the school, located at 1325 Bluegrass Parkway, was placed on lockdown. The arrest slip states there were children in the school's hallway that were crying and panicking.

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Americana Community Center to host 22nd annual Americana World Festival

Submitted by Charles Gazaway on Wednesday, May 16th, 9:33 am
Americana Community Center to host 22nd annual Americana World Festival

LOUISVILLE, KY,  May 10, 2012 – The twenty-second annual Americana World Festival: “Where Louisville Meets the World” will be held on Saturday, June 2, 2012 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Americana Community Center, 4801 Southside Drive in Louisville. Americana World Festival is a free, family-oriented event that brings together members of the local community to share and celebrate their cultural heritage and provides all Louisville residents the opportunity to experience the sights, sounds and tastes of the city's rich diversity.

Festival-goers will enjoy a full day of performances, food, and fun. Entertainment this year will include the local band Mercy Academy; hip-hop group CPHR DVN; the Coco Yam Band; Native American musician Michael Jacobs; a Bollywood dance troupe; belly dancers; a traditional Burundian drumming ensemble and more. A “Kids Zone” will feature games and activities for children, such as face-painting and bounce houses, until 8 p.m.

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Man found shot to death in west Louisville

Submitted by Heather Smith, Community Web Producer
Wednesday, May 16th, 2012, 12:20am

LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - A man was found shot to death between two houses in the 3500 block of Herman Street Tuesday night.

Police still don't know the identity of the victim, but they say he appeared younger. Because they do not know who he is, they aren't sure if he lived in the area.
Homicide detectives are on the scene talking with neighbors about what they heard or saw. 
At this time there are no suspects in this case. Police say no one else was injured.
Police say they have no suspects at this time. If you have any information, please call police at 574-LMPD.

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