Crime
No Shots Fired or Victims Following Panic at Kentucky Expo Center During Basketball Tournament
LOUISVILLE, KY — July 13, 2025 — Authorities have confirmed that no shots were fired and no injuries were reported following a large-scale panic at the Kentucky Exposition Center on Saturday, where the “Run 4 Roses” youth basketball tournament was being held.
Initial reports of an active shooter caused widespread fear and confusion among attendees at both the Expo Center and neighboring Kentucky Kingdom amusement park.
Emergency responders, including Louisville Metro Police and Fire Department personnel, arrived on scene promptly and established a command post to assess the situation.
After a thorough investigation, officials confirmed that there was no active shooter, no gunfire, and no victims associated with the incident.
According to officials from the Kentucky Exposition Center, the panic began after unverified reports of a threat spread rapidly, prompting a mass evacuation.
The situation caused significant traffic congestion in and around the venue as thousands of attendees attempted to leave simultaneously.
Law enforcement has since confirmed the incident was a false alarm and posed no actual threat to public safety.
As a precaution, event organizers ended tournament play for the remainder of the day and closed the facility to reentry.
Law enforcement is now focused on managing traffic flow and ensuring the safe departure of all individuals from the venue.
Witnesses described the experience as chaotic and frightening, particularly given the large number of children present at the tournament. One attendee shared, “It was one of the scariest moments of my life—so many kids, and no one knew what was happening.”
Authorities urge the public to remain calm and avoid spreading unverified information during emergency situations.
An official statement from Louisville Metro Police reiterated:
“There was no active shooter, no shots fired, and no victims located. We understand the fear this caused, and we are working closely with event organizers to ensure safety moving forward.”
Further updates will be provided as needed.
Crime
Noemi Hernandez, Mother of Four Murdered By Her Husband Hector Luvianos Two Days Before Christmas
BATAVIA, Ill. — A devastating domestic homicide has left a family and community in mourning just days before Christmas.
Noemi Hernandez, a devoted mother of four, was fatally attacked in the early morning hours of Tuesday, Dec. 23, in what prosecutors allege was a violent act committed by her husband.
The incident occurred at an apartment building in the 100 block of Church Street in Batavia.
According to court records and police reports, at approximately 4:37 a.m., Batavia police were dispatched after a man contacted emergency dispatchers and stated that he had killed his wife.
Responding officers located the man outside the apartment building and took him into custody without incident.
When officers entered the apartment, they found Hernandez suffering from severe, life-threatening injuries.
First responders immediately attempted life-saving measures; however, she was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities identified the suspect as Hector B. Luvianos, 37, who was transported to the Batavia Police Department for questioning.
With assistance from the Kane County Major Crimes Task Force, investigators determined the incident was domestic-related and involved only the two individuals. Police emphasized that there is no ongoing threat to the public.
On Dec. 24, 2025, Kane County State’s Attorney Jamie L. Mosser and Batavia Police Chief Eric Blowers announced that Luvianos has been formally charged with first-degree murder, a Class M felony under Illinois law.
He appeared in court the same day for a pretrial detention hearing, after which a judge ordered him held in the Kane County Jail while the case proceeds.
The Kane County Coroner’s Office responded to the scene, and an autopsy is scheduled to determine the official cause and manner of Hernandez’s death.
In the wake of the tragedy, Hernandez’s family has launched a GoFundMe campaign to help cover funeral and related expenses.
In the fundraiser, the family described Noemi as “the heart of her family,” noting that she worked tirelessly, loved deeply, and always placed her children first. Her sudden death, they wrote, has left the family emotionally devastated and financially unprepared.
As an immigrant family with limited resources and no life insurance, they now face the burden of funeral and cremation costs, legal fees, and other unexpected expenses, all while supporting four children grieving the loss of their mother.
The family is asking for community support to allow them to lay Noemi to rest with dignity and focus on healing rather than financial hardship.
The investigation remains ongoing.