Car thieves hit several Northern Kentucky counties, steal gun from truck
It's happened to Villa Hills twice in a week. Independence, Fort Wright, Fort Thomas and Park Hills were also hit.
Jul 16, 2026Open source
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'We're going to pivot' | Dangerously high temperatures force Fourth of July changes in Florence
Florence Mayor Dr. Julie Metzger Aubuchon said gates will open at 6 p.m. Friday as extreme temperatures force changes to the city's Independence Day festivit...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
LEXPARK offering free downtown parking on Fourth of July
LEXPARK will offer free on-street meter parking and free parking in its four garages on July 4 for Independence Day.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
'Let that division go.' | Kentucky veteran and his friends plant 250 flags for Independence Day
'Let that division go.' | Kentucky veteran and his friends plant 250 flags for Independence Day
Jul 4, 2026Open source
New children's book 'The Nest We Built' supports Lexington families in need
The Nest, in partnership with Independence Bank, held a launch party Tuesday night at LexArts for the book "The Nest We Built."
Jun 17, 2026Open source
America 250: The story of America’s westward dream began in Kentucky
Before America declared its independence from the British, explorers like James Harrod were set on blazing a trail west.
Jun 6, 2026Open source
The story of America’s westward dream began in Kentucky WLKY
Before America declared its independence from the British, explorers like James Harrod were set on blazing a trail west.
Jun 5, 2026Open source
The story of America’s westward dream began in Kentucky WLKY
Before America declared its independence from the British, explorers like James Harrod were set on blazing a trail west.
Jun 5, 2026Open source
The story of America’s westward dream began in Kentucky wapt
Before America declared its independence from the British, explorers like James Harrod were set on blazing a trail west.
Jun 5, 2026Open source
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McConnell Faces Scathing Pre-Death Obituary in Largest Home State Newspaper
A columnist at Kentucky's largest newspaper has published what he called a pre-obituary of Senator Mitch McConnell.
Jul 23, 2026Open source
Measure would instruct House committees to write reconciliation legislation
The House adopted a GOP-backed budget resolution along party lines Wednesday, taking a critical first step toward passing a $95 billion reconciliation packag...
Jul 23, 2026Open source
Man and his dog rescued after camper thrown by tornado in Owen County
A man and his dog had to be rescued after the camper they were in was thrown by a tornado in Owen County, Kentucky.
Jul 23, 2026Open source
Gov. Beshear will use unexpected revenue to prevent Kentucky Medicaid cuts
Gov. Andy Beshear is working to fill a major Medicaid hole and stop cuts before they hit Kentucky families.
Jul 23, 2026Open source
Video: Farm store in Owen County, Kentucky gets close-up footage of tornado
A local Owenton farm equipment store captured close up video of a tornado that tore through the area Tuesday.
Jul 23, 2026Open source
How many tornadoes touched down in Ohio, Kentucky Tuesday?
Multiple tornadoes touched down in Ohio and Kentucky during Tuesday's severe storms.
Jul 23, 2026Open source
Video: Tornado tears through farm store in Kentucky, sending debris into the air
Video shows the destructive force of a tornado that tore through a farm store in Kentucky Tuesday.
Jul 23, 2026Open source
NWS: EF1 tornado hit 4 NKY counties Tuesday, with path over 20 miles
An EF1 tornado that left serious damage in parts of northern Kentucky on Tuesday afternoon spanned four counties, according to the National Weather Service.
Jul 23, 2026Open source
McConnell’s Kentucky Republicans Confronted on Disappearance
No one in the Kentucky congressional delegation wants to talk about the Kentucky senator’s disappearance.
Jul 22, 2026Open source
Funding extension passes House, heads for Senate rewrite
The House passed a short-term funding patch Tuesday night that is designed to head off a partial government shutdown this fall. The continuing resolution pas...
Jul 22, 2026Open source
Three people, including two men wanted for assault in Kentucky, arrested after police chase in Scott County
Three people, including two men wanted for assault in Kentucky, arrested after police chase in Scott County
Jul 20, 2026Open source
Josh Hawley Denounces McConnell Team’s Handling of Health Mystery Keeping the Kentucky Senator from Voting
Sen. Josh Hawley blasted the team serving Sen. Mitch McConnell for the mystery surrounding the former majority leader’s physical condition.
Jul 19, 2026Open source
World Cup Freddy Takes in Elvis, the Mechanical Bull, More Soccer - and Even Some Horses
World Cup Freddy explores Nashville, Kentucky, soccer, horses, and iconic American experiences.
Jul 19, 2026Open source
GOP Constitutional Officers challenge rulings on governor’s appointment power
FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) – Kentucky’s Republican Constitutional Officers are asking the State Supreme Court to reconsider its recent decisions on the State Fa...
Jul 19, 2026Open source
KYDR volunteers finish work on flooded house effectively and efficiently
ALBANY, Ky. (KT) – Kentucky Baptist Disaster Relief volunteers are known not only for their efficiency but also for their resourcefulness.
Jul 19, 2026Open source
Day one of the Irvin Cobb Championships feature rain delays, low scores
PADUCAH, KY -- A two hour rain delay may have brought play at the 90th Irvin Cobb Championships to a halt, but that didn
Jul 19, 2026Open source
Irvin Cobb leaderboard filled with Murray State alums, active players after round two
PADUCAH, KY -- Round two of the Irvin Cobb Championships wrapped up on Saturday afternoon at Paxton Park with many of the golfers in contention having deep t...
Jul 19, 2026Open source
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Independence is in Kenton County, Kentucky.
Region: Kentucky
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McConnell Faces Scathing Pre-Death Obituary in Largest Home State Newspaper
A columnist at Kentucky's largest newspaper has published what he called a pre-obituary of Senator Mitch McConnell.
Jul 23, 2026Open source
Measure would instruct House committees to write reconciliation legislation
The House adopted a GOP-backed budget resolution along party lines Wednesday, taking a critical first step toward passing a $95 billion reconciliation packag...
Jul 23, 2026Open source
Man and his dog rescued after camper thrown by tornado in Owen County
A man and his dog had to be rescued after the camper they were in was thrown by a tornado in Owen County, Kentucky.
Jul 23, 2026Open source
Gov. Beshear will use unexpected revenue to prevent Kentucky Medicaid cuts
Gov. Andy Beshear is working to fill a major Medicaid hole and stop cuts before they hit Kentucky families.
Jul 23, 2026Open source
Video: Farm store in Owen County, Kentucky gets close-up footage of tornado
A local Owenton farm equipment store captured close up video of a tornado that tore through the area Tuesday.
Jul 23, 2026Open source
How many tornadoes touched down in Ohio, Kentucky Tuesday?
Multiple tornadoes touched down in Ohio and Kentucky during Tuesday's severe storms.
Jul 23, 2026Open source
Video: Tornado tears through farm store in Kentucky, sending debris into the air
Video shows the destructive force of a tornado that tore through a farm store in Kentucky Tuesday.
Jul 23, 2026Open source
NWS: EF1 tornado hit 4 NKY counties Tuesday, with path over 20 miles
An EF1 tornado that left serious damage in parts of northern Kentucky on Tuesday afternoon spanned four counties, according to the National Weather Service.
Jul 23, 2026Open source
McConnell’s Kentucky Republicans Confronted on Disappearance
No one in the Kentucky congressional delegation wants to talk about the Kentucky senator’s disappearance.
Jul 22, 2026Open source
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