Louisville to partner with Waze app

Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer has scheduled a news conference for Thursday morning to announce a partnership between Louisville Metro and Waze.

He is expected to discuss at the Metro Hall 10:30 a.m. press briefing how the global traffic app will be available for Louisville residents and drivers to see and report real-time road conditions, including closures and construction.

Waze is the world's largest community-based traffic and navigation app, according to its website, and it is available for download in Louisville and other cities. People can share real-time traffic and road info, saving everyone time and gas money on their daily commute.

Reporter Sheldon S. Shafer can be reached at (502) 582-7089, or via email at sshafer@courier-journal.com.

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