Tornado that ripped through southern Indiana, Kentucky upgraded to EF2
The tornado traveled across the Ohio River into Trimble County where you can find trees on top of homes still.
Jun 20, 2026Open source
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As sightings decline, KDFW report discovery of 2 adult hellbenders in Green River
According to the agency, any new observations of the hellbender give a "better picture of the status of current populations and help identify potential futur...
May 8, 2026Open source
KYTC: Multi-vehicle crash blocks Ohio River 'Brookport' bridge
A multi-vehicle crash blocked the U.S. 45 Ohio River "Brookport" Bridge Monday evening, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 1 said in an alert.
May 5, 2026Open source
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Alabama men’s tennis falls short of heading to nationals
The Alabama Men’s 55+ tennis team had a good showing at the Southern region championship this past weekend, but were ousted by Kentucky late on the second...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Kentucky launches new program to track domestic violence across Commonwealth
Kentucky is launching a new program that is aimed at tracking domestic violence incidents across the Commonwealth.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Missing Kentucky 15-year-old found safe after IAN Alert issued
An IAN Alert has been issued in Kentucky for a missing 15-year-old boy with autism.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
How do gas prices look for Fourth of July across Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana?
The holiday will bring increased travel in many parts of the country, including in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
David Beck out as CEO of Kentucky Venues; Beshear speaks in support of move
CEO and president David Beck was removed from the position during a closed-session meeting on Wednesday.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Kentucky auditor says JCPS could face consequences following scathing audit
Kentucky's auditor says legal consequences could follow an audit of Jefferson County Public Schools.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Madison County bridge remains closed due to flood damage
The bridge on Tates Creek Road (KY 169) near mile point 11 on Perkins/Ashcraft Road requires more repairs after further inspection, according to the Kentucky...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
CEO of Kentucky Venues ousted just weeks before state fair
The Kentucky’s State Fair Board is undergoing a surprise shakeup just weeks before the state fair.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Coworkers launch fundraiser for Kentucky man who lost home to flooding
Jeremy Meredith, a Richmond resident, said the flooding did not just damage his home — it destroyed its contents.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Tips to keep your AC running during extreme heat
As extreme heat settles into Central Kentucky, HVAC companies are reminding homeowners to give their air conditioners attention before they are pushed to the...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Beshear: Kentucky state parks generate $1.1B in economic impact, supporting thousands of jobs
Kentucky State Parks welcomed 9.3 million visitors in 2024, generating more than a billion dollars in economic activity and supporting 8,600 jobs across the...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Mark Pope: "Not in desperate need of adding more pieces" to current Kentucky staff
Two assistant coaches left the Kentucky men's basketball staff this off-season and only one new assistant has been hired. Mark Pope might keep it that way.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Beshear says Beck's unwillingness to work with him led to his removal as head of Kentucky Venues
Mike Berry, the former head of the Kentucky Derby Festival, was appointed interim president and CEO.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Mother of murder victim unsure about new Kentucky laws on concealed carry age, prison sentences
Two bills will go into effect July 15 in Kentucky that make the mother of a Louisville homicide victim uneasy.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
In frontier Kentucky, American liberty spread its roots and helped define a nation
Kentuckians' reputation for independent-mindedness links to America's post-revolution past, when people moved west seeking opportunity and valuing...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Mark Story: On balance, Mitch Barnhart left Kentucky athletics better than he found it
LEXINGTON, Ky. — In the 24 years Mitch Barnhart spent as Kentucky athletics director, UK’s financial investment in sports exploded. When then-Kentucky pr...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
KENTUCKY TODAY PODCAST 7/01/2026
Lawrence interviews RaShan Frost with the ERLC on America's Christian heritage and the cause for patriotism as the country celebrates its 250th anniversary.
Jul 2, 2026Open source
In historic shift, struggling Kentucky newspaper gets tax approval to become a nonprofit
The Woodford Sun in Versailles is the first legacy newspaper in Kentucky to become a nonprofit.
Jul 2, 2026Open source
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Alabama men’s tennis falls short of heading to nationals
The Alabama Men’s 55+ tennis team had a good showing at the Southern region championship this past weekend, but were ousted by Kentucky late on the second...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Kentucky launches new program to track domestic violence across Commonwealth
Kentucky is launching a new program that is aimed at tracking domestic violence incidents across the Commonwealth.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Missing Kentucky 15-year-old found safe after IAN Alert issued
An IAN Alert has been issued in Kentucky for a missing 15-year-old boy with autism.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
How do gas prices look for Fourth of July across Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana?
The holiday will bring increased travel in many parts of the country, including in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
David Beck out as CEO of Kentucky Venues; Beshear speaks in support of move
CEO and president David Beck was removed from the position during a closed-session meeting on Wednesday.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Kentucky auditor says JCPS could face consequences following scathing audit
Kentucky's auditor says legal consequences could follow an audit of Jefferson County Public Schools.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Madison County bridge remains closed due to flood damage
The bridge on Tates Creek Road (KY 169) near mile point 11 on Perkins/Ashcraft Road requires more repairs after further inspection, according to the Kentucky...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
CEO of Kentucky Venues ousted just weeks before state fair
The Kentucky’s State Fair Board is undergoing a surprise shakeup just weeks before the state fair.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Coworkers launch fundraiser for Kentucky man who lost home to flooding
Jeremy Meredith, a Richmond resident, said the flooding did not just damage his home — it destroyed its contents.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
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