Smoke hangs over Louisville after deadly plane crash

Three people have died and officials expect more fatalities after a UPS plane crashed during takeoff.

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At least three people have died and officials say they expect the number of fatalities to grow.

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear called the incident "catastrophic" and has urged residents of Louisville to shelter in place.

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