Rebecca Feldhaus

Germany, Louisville

News Director at WFPL-FM (Louisville, KY)

Kentuckian, journalist. Now: @WFPLNews Director. I really like cheese & Jurassic Park. She/her.

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Strong winds, possible tornadoes move through Kentucky Tuesday

1 month ago | lpm.org | Rebecca Adams |Rebecca Feldhaus

On the heels of a deadly tornado that killed at least 19 people in south central Kentucky Friday night, more potentially severe weather is forecasted to move across the commonwealth Tuesday. National Weather Service Louisville office meteorologist Samanta Wilson said a low pressure system running along the Interstate 64 corridor will bring a warm front and at least two rounds of rain.
Kentucky and Indiana votes. It’s Election Day 2024

Nov 5, 2024 | lpm.org | Rebecca Feldhaus

Tuesday is Election Day, and experts expect voter turnout will be significant. It’s already proven to be in Kentucky based on early voting tallies. While the presidential race is a motivator for many, there are other federal, state and local races that could change the political makeup of jurisdictions all over Kentucky and Indiana, and some ballot amendment proposals. Internet posts claiming ballot marker device errors or ballot issues are already circulating.
Here's how and why we made our Kentucky voter guide

May 9, 2024 | wkms.org | Rebecca Adams |Ryan Van Velzer |Justin Hicks |Rebecca Feldhaus

November elections get all the glory. But this year more than half of the state races in Kentucky will be decided by the end of the primary election. For some candidates, filing their paperwork to run has essentially secured them their office because no one else filed to run against them. In 20 races, the candidate who wins the primary will not face an opponent in the general election, meaning they’ll basically get the job.
Here's how and why we made our Kentucky voter guide

May 9, 2024 | lpm.org | Rebecca Feldhaus

November elections get all the glory. But this year more than half of the state races in Kentucky will be decided by the end of the primary election. For some candidates, filing their paperwork to run has essentially secured them their office because no one else filed to run against them. In 20 races, the candidate who wins the primary will not face an opponent in the general election, meaning they’ll basically get the job.
Severe weather predicted for Tuesday afternoon

Apr 2, 2024 | lpm.org | Rebecca Adams |Rebecca Feldhaus

Louisville and Southern Indiana were among the regions under a tornado watch early Tuesday. Though much of it was called off by mid-morning, another round of storms is possible Tuesday afternoon. Kevin Farina, a meteorologist from the National Weather Service in Louisville, confirmed strong thunderstorms with reports of some tornadoes Tuesday morning. He said NWS officials were surveying storm damage after the worst of it passed through the region.
One injured, many displaced after apartment building fire in Louisville

Feb 19, 2024 | lpm.org | Rebecca Adams |Rebecca Feldhaus

A fire that started early Monday morning burned an apartment building in Phoenix Hill. Fire department officials consider the 310 @ Nulu building a total loss, and as of mid-morning were still fighting to contain it. Crews responded to an initial report of a burning awning outside the structure at East Liberty and Jefferson Streets. Capt. Donovan Sims confirmed one person was injured and taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
Louisville under excessive heat warning for the next few days

Aug 21, 2023 | lpm.org | Rebecca Feldhaus

Cooling shelters are open in Louisville as part of Operation White Flag. The program offers shelter when heat indexes go above 95 degrees, as they will be this week. 🌡️Temperatures this week will be in the mid-upper 90s and heat indices will be around 105F along and west of I-65. Areas east of I-65, heat indices will be around 100F.#kywx #inwx pic.twitter.com/lIQCyymRq2— NWS Louisville (@NWSLouisville) August 21, 2023Extreme heat events are happening more frequently as the climate changes.
LPM's Breya Jones is one of three 2023 Ida B. Wells Fellows

Jun 13, 2023 | lpm.org | Rebecca Feldhaus