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Louisville announced an agreement Thursday to allow federal oversight of its police reform efforts. But the incoming administration of President Donald Trump may show little interest in enforcing a consent decree.

After years of community discussion, the Jefferson County Board of Education settled on a $2 million plan to expand the district’s internal police force. It’s much bigger than expected.

An Associated Press investigation found a pattern after deaths at the hands of Evansville, Indiana police: The department decided the force was appropriate, a coroner with ties to law enforcement ruled it didn’t contribute, and prosecutors did not file charges.

Paul Humphrey, who stepped in to temporarily lead the Louisville Metro Police Department this summer, was tapped to be the permanent head of the agency.

The Louisville Metro Police Department is promising to crack down on illegal street racing and street takeovers after Labor Day weekend arrests.

Louisville Metro Police identified the officer who shot a man at a Fairdale Walmart earlier this week. They also detailed charges and other information about the man.

A federal judge dismissed some felony charges against two ex-LMPD officers for their role in acquiring the search warrant that led to the fatal raid of Breonna Taylor’s apartment.

An independent investigation into the sexual harassment claims that lead to the Louisville police chief’s exit has cleared the accused officer: LMPD Maj. Brian Kuriger.

Morning Edition traveled to Ferguson and spoke to residents and leaders who have continued pushing for change in the city that was thrust into the national spotlight after the killing of an unarmed 18-year-old.

Louisville police say they’ll no longer answer questions in-person after the release of body camera footage related to police shootings.