Bailey Loosemore

Louisville

Editor at The Courier-Journal (Louisville, KY)

Editor at @courierjournal. The situation’s a lot more nuanced than that. bloosemore (at) gannett (dot) com.

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Like 'a hug from my mom': Anna Nicole Smith's daughter wears mom's dress to Derby Eve gala

1 week ago | courier-journal.com | Bailey Loosemore |Kathryn Gregory

Dannielynn Birkhead walked the Barnstable Brown Derby Eve Gala red carpet in the same dress her mom, Anna Nicole Smith, previously wore to the event. Her dad, Larry Birkhead, met Smith at the same event more than 20 years ago.
How we reported on JCPS' use of Edmentum: A Q&A with reporter Krista Johnson

1 month ago | courier-journal.com | Bailey Loosemore

Courier Journal education reporter Krista Johnson was intrigued when she learned about online learning provider Edmentum's technology being used throughout Jefferson County Public Schools to assist students in course recovery and accelerated learning for early graduation. For this week's BluePrint cover story, Krista talked with teachers and parents to get a clearer picture of how JCPS uses Edmentum in classrooms.
From AI rules to Medicaid changes: 40 bills on track to become law in Kentucky

1 month ago | courier-journal.com | Bailey Loosemore

The sprint is over. In the last full week of Kentucky's legislative session, lawmakers pushed more than 100 bills through both chambers, sending them on to Gov. Andy Beshear to sign, veto or let become law without his signature. That includes controversial bills banning diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives at public universities, clarifying when abortions are legal and prohibiting Medicaid from funding hormone therapy and gender reassignment surgeries.
What are you seeing at the polls? Help us report on the 2024 election

Nov 4, 2024 | courier-journal.com | Bailey Loosemore

What are you seeing and feeling at the polls this election? Have lines been long to vote? What issues or races have your attention? The Courier Journal wants your help reporting through Election Day. Use the form below to let us know what you're experiencing in Kentucky. Can't see the form? Use this link. Election Day 2024:Where do I vote? Here's how to find your polling location in Louisville, Oldham, Bullitt
What questions do you have about Amendment 2? Submit them here

Oct 28, 2024 | courier-journal.com | Bailey Loosemore

The debate over a constitutional amendment that has the power to reshape Kentucky's education landscape is heating up, with just days left before the 2024 general election. Amendment 2 asks voters whether the state should be allowed to use tax dollars on education outside public schools, such as through charter schools or school vouchers. While proponents say the move will give families more choice, opponents say it would have a devastating financial impact on the current public system.
'Like Secretariat in the Belmont Stakes.' Here's what Kentucky leaders said about VP debate

Oct 2, 2024 | news.yahoo.com | Bailey Loosemore

'Like Secretariat in the Belmont Stakes.' Here's what Kentucky leaders said about VP debateDuring the debate between U.S. Sen. J.D. Vance and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, prominent members of both parties in the Bluegrass state weighed in on their social media accounts. Here's a look at a few of their responses. What U.S. Rep Andy Barr said about the VP debateU.S. Rep. Andy Barr, a Republican, said he felt Vance dominated the stage during Tuesday's debate.
Derby City specials: 30+ chain restaurants you can only find in Louisville

Jun 7, 2024 | courier-journal.com | Bailey Loosemore

It's not a secret that Louisville and Kentucky as a whole are home to several restaurant chains, including some that have even managed to go national. Many restaurateurs who have started their businesses here in Louisville, like Homemade Ice Cream & Pie Kitchen, Biscuit Belly and Heine Brothers Coffee and Joella's, have been able to branch out to other states, but which chain restaurants can only be found in Louisville?
The Courier Journal mobile newsroom is headed to Logan Street Market. Stop by and see us

May 28, 2024 | courier-journal.com | Bailey Loosemore

The Courier Journal will visit five Louisville neighborhoods this year as part of our mobile newsroom initiative. Our next stop is the Northeast Regional Library from Aug. 5-16. Earn a chance to win tickets and gift cards if you stop by. There's no shortage of news in Louisville. And every day, The Courier Journal does its best to keep up with it. But there are still plenty of stories we miss — and we want to fix that. Our answer: the mobile newsroom.
How one Louisville realtor is helping African immigrants build generational wealth

May 22, 2024 | courier-journal.com | Bailey Loosemore

Jean-David Nsilulu Jr. didn't know anything about buying a house when his parents first sought his help meeting a builder. The Congolese immigrants weren't confident they knew all the right questions to ask, Nsilulu said. So they leaned on their son, who — after a little research — asked so many questions that the builder's representative wondered if he was a realtor. "At the end of it, she said, 'You should look into real estate,'" Nsilulu said.
The Back Door in Louisville's Highlands neighborhood closes after 39 years

May 13, 2024 | courier-journal.com | Bailey Loosemore

The Back Door has closed for the final time. Owners of the popular dive bar at Mid-City Mall posted a message on its Facebook page Monday, stating the business had closed "effective immediately" after 39 years in operation. The bar — long owned by John Dant — suffered after Dant's passing in October 2023, the post said. While his family members "tried to pick up the pieces and keep the business running as best we can ...

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