Proposal to create civilian review board over LMPD could soon head to Metro Council

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — Civilians will hold the Louisville Metro Police Department accountable — if city leaders approve a new plan. A draft ordinance will be introduced this Friday that would create a Civilian Review and Accountability Board to create “faith, trust, respect, and support of the community.” Councilwoman Paula McCraney, D-7, said Tuesday that the…

CDC Issues Guidance Recommending Against Traditional Halloween Activities

BY SPECTRUM NEWS STAFF | NATIONWIDE The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued guidelines recommending against traditional Halloween activities this fall due to the pandemic. The agency says Halloween staples like door-to-door trick-or-treating, crowded costume parties, and haunted houses are considered higher risk for transmitting COVID-19. Other higher risk activities listed by the CDC include: Going…