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LPM Daily News Briefing

Louisville Public Media
Louisville
Kentucky
Louisville, United States
Louisville Public Media
Indiana
Data Centers
Jefferson County Public Schools
Donald Trump
Louisville, Kentucky
Kentucky General Assembly
Jefferson County
Craig Greenberg
Mitch Mcconnell
Immigration Detention
Wendell Berry
Andy Beshear
Kentucky Senate
Brian Yearwood
Kentucky Center For Investigative Reporting
Louisville Metro Government

The news you need to start your day, from Louisville Public Media.

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Latest Episodes

The latest news for Monday, October 5, 2026 from the Louisville Public Media newsroom in Louisville, Kentucky.

The latest news for Friday, October 2, 2026 from the Louisville Public Media newsroom in Louisville, Kentucky.

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The latest news for Thursday, October 1, 2026 from the Louisville Public Media newsroom in Louisville, Kentucky.

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The latest news for Wednesday, September 30, 2026 from the Louisville Public Media newsroom in Louisville, Kentucky.

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Recent Guests

Aaron Patton
Photographer behind The Americans project
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Episode: Thursday, October 1, 2026
Morgan Watkins
Reporter with the Kentucky Center for Investigative Reporting
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Episode: Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Wiley Cottle
Muralist featured in Clifton Park project
Independent artist
Episode: Monday, September 28, 2026
Jude Vaclavik
CEO of the Louisville Orchestra
Louisville Orchestra
Episode: Friday, September 25, 2026
Josette Miles
Costume designer and studio manager at the Kentucky Opera
Kentucky Opera
Episode: Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Ben Robinson
Opera CEO
Kentucky Opera
Episode: Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Barbara Copple
Director of Harlan County, USA
Director, Harlan County, USA
Episode: Monday, September 21, 2026
Erin Covey
House analyst with Cook Political Report
Cook Political Report
Episode: Monday, September 21, 2026
Jim Moon
Interim executive director
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Episode: Thursday, September 17, 2026

Hosts

Bill Burton
Host of LPM News briefings / daily news briefings (on-site reporting and anchoring across Louisville Public Media).
April Rueckert
Correspondent / LPM reporter with on-site reporting and anchor roles.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • Concise and convenient

    I listen to this podcast every morning to hear the latest local news. I especially appreciate the Southern Indiana coverage.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joe Mozzarella
    United States6 months ago
  • Short rundown of local stories

    I’m living overseas, and this daily digest of Louisville news is perfect. Helps me feel connected and informed. Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mcscandalous
    United States6 years ago
  • Great idea

    Thanks for keeping the city connected!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Moneywise12
    United States6 years ago
  • Concise and informative

    This podcast provides a great breakdown of Louisville news that is concise and informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KikiPfalz
    United States6 years ago

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Concise and informative—coverage helps me stay connected to Louisville.
Accessible mix of news, culture, and public affairs.
Digestible daily briefings that fit into a busy morning.
Helpful daily snapshot of city news and policy.
Local focus with clear reporting on governance and community impact.

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Talking Points

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Thursday, October 1, 2026
Q: What do you think is the big purpose of the project?
Patton explains that the project aims to document a wide spectrum of American lives so people feel seen and remembered, creating an archive that captures who we are now and how lives intersect with broader historical currents.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Q: What's at stake with data-center regulations and surveillance in Louisville?
The discussion centers on privacy rights, potential overreach by authorities, and the need for targeted use of surveillance tools to avoid turning policing into a broad dragnet.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Q: How does the Chattery decision relate to the use of license plate readers in Kentucky?
Caleb Brown explains that the ruling underscores that location data can be considered a form of search, which should prompt new guardrails and careful consideration of how surveillance tech is deployed.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Q: What did you find in the investigation into the use of force by Kentucky State Troopers?
The investigation uncovered several alarming, well-documented instances of use of force, including cases that led to indictments and others that did not, with a pattern suggesting serious concerns about accountability and transparency.
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Q: You interviewed the chief. What did he tell you?
The chief acknowledged disparities in violent crime metrics and re-affirmed a commitment to constitutional policing, while underscoring that the data shows disparities exist and needs ongoing attention, particularly in how stops are allocated and how reforms are implemented.

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What is LPM Daily News Briefing about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A concise, digestible daily briefing focused on Louisville and the surrounding region, blending hard-edged local governance, public safety, infrastructure, and service-provider reporting. Episodes frequently pair on-the-ground updates (ethics fines, data-center moratoriums, policing reforms) with human-interest angles (food insecurity, immigrant detention, environmental justice) and occasional deep-dives into culture or history. The format often weaves multiple reporter voices, live on-site reporting, and expert commentary to contextualize how policy shifts affect households and businesses. Notable strengths include a consistent regional focus, data-informed coverage of public institutions, and a willingness to mix policy updates with acces... more

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1. Aaron Patton
2. Morgan Watkins
3. Wiley Cottle
4. Jude Vaclavik
5. Josette Miles
6. Ben Robinson
7. Barbara Copple
8. Erin Covey

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