kentucky derby

At the 151st Kentucky Derby, a global spotlight will shine on equine athleticism. Studies show that a constellation of characteristics are behind the horses' athletic ability.

Kentucky Derby week is in full swing in Louisville. Some residents celebrated at the annual bed race competition.

The first Saturday in May means it’s time for the 151st Kentucky Derby, America’s longest continuously held sporting event.

After city officials defended a controversial proposal to take Churchill Downs revenue from JCPS, Louisville’s Mayor said he’s open to a new plan.

Black jockeys from Kentucky Derby races past are immortalized in huge quilts meant to permanently stitch their place in history. An exhibition opens next week in Louisville.

After officials called off Thunder Over Louisville due to flooding, local businesses made new plans to keep some elements of the multimillion-dollar event going.

Churchill Downs has rescinded its extended suspension of Bob Baffert, allowing the Hall of Fame trainer to resume racing his horses at the historic track and partner facilities after more than three years of banishment for a failed drug test of 2021 Kentucky Derby winner Medina Spirit.

Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan is heading to the Preakness after all. Trainer Kenny McPeek announced the decision to send the horse to Baltimore for the second leg of the Triple Crown next Saturday.

Tens of thousands went to Churchill Downs for the biggest event of the year: the Kentucky Derby. Our reporters were there meeting people and taking photos.

The 150th Run for the Roses gave thousands of visitors a classic experience at Churchill Downs on the first Saturday in May.