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Horse racing paused at Churchill Downs after recent horse deaths

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Horse racing paused at Churchill Downs after recent horse deaths

The 411

The411 | Here's what's happening in Kentuckiana (June 2-June 8)

Enjoy the warm weather by attending the festivals and fairs happening around Louisville this weekend!
Horses

Churchill Downs sets new safety initiatives following emergency summit

These new safety initiatives and precautionary measures will go into effect immediately.
Local News

Officials: 12 horses have died at Churchill Downs since stables reopened

Kimberley Dream is the second horse to be euthanized at the track this Memorial Day weekend.
Derby

Kentucky Derby winner Mage will run in the Preakness at Pimlico on May 20

Mage will run in the 148th Preakness following an encouraging workout at Churchill Downs, the horse's connections said.
Kentucky Derby

Kentucky Derby winner Mage is on track to run in the Preakness, pursue Triple Crown

Co-owner Ramiro Restrepo says a final decision is expected Friday after the horse has one more workout.
The Vault

The Vault | Denny Crum interviewed at Kentucky Derby in 1998

WHAS11 interviewed Denny Crum 25 years ago at Churchill Downs.
Derby

Kentucky Derby Festival hosts several events to kick off the big horse race

For decades, the Kentucky Derby has been kicked off by events in the Kentucky Derby Festival.
Kentucky Derby

Forte placed on KY veterinary list, clouding Preakness plans

Forte was expected to lead a 19-horse Derby field at Churchill Downs before becoming the fifth scratch in the days immediately leading up to the marquee race.
Sports

Wagering 'highest all-time' during Kentucky Derby week, Churchill Downs says

They confirm the 149th Kentucky Derby race, the Kentucky Derby Day program, and Kentucky Derby week races have all set new handle records.
Kentucky Derby

Churchill Downs releases statement after 2 injured horses euthanized Saturday

"Chloe's Dream" and "Freezing Point" are the 6th and 7th deaths stemming from injuries sustained at the track.
Kentucky Derby

Jockey Castellano ends Derby drought with Mage on 16th try

In his breakthrough win, Castellano made the most of a little patience — and a backup plan.

'This is a special track': Fans disagree with decision to move spring meet to Ellis Park

Horse racing paused at Churchill Downs after recent horse deaths

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Horse racing paused at Churchill Downs after recent horse deaths

The411 | Here's what's happening in Kentuckiana (June 2-June 8)

Churchill Downs sets new safety initiatives following emergency summit

Officials: 12 horses have died at Churchill Downs since stables reopened

Kentucky Derby winner Mage will run in the Preakness at Pimlico on May 20

Kentucky Derby winner Mage is on track to run in the Preakness, pursue Triple Crown

The Vault | Denny Crum interviewed at Kentucky Derby in 1998

Kentucky Derby Festival hosts several events to kick off the big horse race

Forte placed on KY veterinary list, clouding Preakness plans

Wagering 'highest all-time' during Kentucky Derby week, Churchill Downs says

Churchill Downs releases statement after 2 injured horses euthanized Saturday

Jockey Castellano ends Derby drought with Mage on 16th try

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