London Ledger

05/29/2026

Why did the London Police Department reportedly permit this individual to sustain serious facial injuries over a minor offense warrant with a $500 bond? The public requires transparency, access to body camera footage, and a comprehensive explanation of the events that led to such extreme force. Accountability and clarification are essential. We must insist on a thorough explanation.

05/28/2026

Attorneys in the Weddle residency case will now move forward by filing legal briefs with the court rather than continuing live testimony.

Both sides have been given 21 days to complete and submit their written arguments outlining their positions before the judge makes a ruling in the case.

05/27/2026

In a lawsuit filed in Laurel Circuit Court, American Express National Bank is seeking a judgment of $713,851.76 against London Mayor Randall Weddle and his company, BC Recycling LLC.

05/19/2026

Another controversial member of the Weddle Administration has announced his resignation.

Phil Smith, Chairman of the London City Tourism Commission, is leaving that position. Smith, along with Weddle, has been under scrutiny the past few months for borrowing 5 million dollars without the approval of the City Council. Smith also testified on Weddle's behalf during the impeachment hearing a few months ago. Phil Smith's position on the board has also been question for him reportedly not being a resident of the City.

Smith is a real estate agent and co-owner of Local Honey. He was originally appointed by Troy Rudder and reappointed by Weddle.

It is not known why he is resigning, but sources say he may be under investigation for his role in the 5 million dollar loan that City Council voted to not approve. Council had previously denied a request for Tourism to borrow money, however Smith and Weddle borrowed the money anyway.

The Leger will continue to monitor future developments in this story.

05/12/2026

The residency hearing involving Randall Weddle has been continued until tomorrow. Additional testimony and proceedings are expected to resume at that time.

We’ll continue providing updates from the courtroom as new developments happen.

05/12/2026

We’re now hearing testimony from several sheriff’s deputies that they did not provide a security detail on Fifth Street. Deputies testified they only drove by what appeared to be an empty residence.

This testimony directly contradicts claims that the property was being actively occupied and monitored. The question now becomes: if no one was there, why was the public told otherwise?

05/12/2026

Today in the residency hearing involving Randall Weddle, Zack Creech testified that the water consumption at the property “doesn’t look consistent with someone’s primary residence.”

That testimony raises serious questions that deserve clear answers from public officials. The people of London have a right to expect transparency and accountability when it comes to residency requirements for elected office.

The community is watching closely.

05/10/2026

On several occasions, in meetings and during hearings, Randall Weddle has stated that he does not draw a paycheck from the City. A recent open records request proves that Weddle has not been truthful. Regardless of what he does with his City pay, he still draws his paycheck, in spite of what he has repeatedly said.

05/06/2026

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05/06/2026

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