Local data center battles in Kentucky are contentious. They’re also inspiring runs for office
Debates and disputes over data center proposals have animated elections and politics in Kentucky.
May 11, 2026Open source
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Two 'dangerous' inmates escape Kentucky detention center, sparking multi-agency manhunt across region
Two inmates described as dangerous escaped from the Rowan County Detention Center in Kentucky Friday evening, prompting a multi-agency manhunt led by Kentuck...
May 9, 2026Open source
Brazilian pro player is reportedly the second LSU player on Will Wade’s 2026-27 roster
Marcio Santos is coach Will Wade’s second addition for the 2026-27 LSU roster. The 6-9 Brazilian center went undrafted and played professionally in Israel....
May 6, 2026Open source
Kentucky Career Center to hold weekly job fair on May 5
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May 5, 2026Open source
West Louisville closer to celebrating a new Nia Center
The Nia Center project team says they might have a deal locked-in to secure future renovations soon.
May 15, 2026Open source
JOURNEY adds 40 more North American stops in 'Final Frontier Tour,' and one of them is in Louisville
The newly announced leg of the tour will begin on Sept. 12 in Los Angeles and will conclude on Nov. 28 in San Francisco.
May 12, 2026Open source
McCracken County Fiscal Court approves $7.5 million convention center renovation contract
The McCracken County Fiscal Court approved a $7,479,352 design and build contract for renovation to the Paducah-McCracken County Convention & Expo Center...
May 12, 2026Open source
Louisville Horror Con returns to Kentucky Expo Center with stars from 'Hocus Pocus' & 'Scream'
Dive into the thrills of Louisville Horror Con this May at the Kentucky Expo Center. Meet celebrities, enjoy panels and explore unique vendor offerings.
May 11, 2026Open source
Kentucky Career Center to host job fair on May 12
Kentucky Career Center plans to host its weekly job fair in Paducah from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 12.
May 8, 2026Open source
Kentucky’s unemployment rate holds steady at 4.2 percent
FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) – Kentucky’s seasonally adjusted preliminary March 2026 unemployment rate was 4.2 percent, according to the Kentucky Center for Stati...
May 7, 2026Open source
The World of Coal Ash conference brings experts to Lexington
The World of Coal Ash Conference is expected to draw more than a thousand people from around the world. The event runs through Thursday at the Central Bank C...
May 6, 2026Open source
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Kentucky primary the latest test of Trump's power in GOP as he looks to oust US Rep. Thomas Massie
CRESTWOOD, Ky. (AP) — Republican voters in northern Kentucky were choosing between U.S. Rep. Thomas Massie and challenger Ed Gallrein in Tuesday's House pr...
May 19, 2026Open source
K-9 that helps catch child predators across Kentucky gets protective vest
AG Coleman says the yellow lab "plays a crucial role in protecting Kentucky families and bringing child predators to justice."
May 17, 2026Open source
Suspect in shooting of Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy arrested in Paducah
A 20-year-old man wanted in connection to the shooting of Missouri football star Ahmad Hardy at an outdoor concert in Mississippi was arrested in Paducah Thu...
May 16, 2026Open source
Man charged with murder after fatal Bardstown crash
A two-vehicle crash in Bardstown left one dead, and one in critical condition, per Kentucky State Police.
May 16, 2026Open source
KYTC announces weekend overnight lane closures on I-65
More overnight lane closures are planned this weekend as Louisville prepares for the full Interstate-65 shutdown.
May 16, 2026Open source
Robbery suspect arrested after Clark County police chase ends on Kennedy Bridge in Louisville
A Louisville man wanted on robbery charges was arrested Friday afternoon after leading Indiana State Police on a pursuit that ended on the Kennedy Bridge.
May 16, 2026Open source
Man charged with murder after Bardstown crash leaves 1 dead, 1 critically injured
Police are investigating a deadly crash that happened Friday afternoon in Bardstown, Kentucky.
May 16, 2026Open source
Injury collision sends five to hospital, road back open
An injury collision has shut down inbound Athens Boonesboro Road in Lexington near Jacobson Park.
May 15, 2026Open source
Louisville Kings' Chandler Rogers is taking control as team prepares to face DC Defenders
Rogers set the tone when nobody was looking in preseason camp. His head coach noticed.
May 15, 2026Open source
Man sent to hospital after vehicle goes through Cheddar Box Cafe in Middletown
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A man is in the hospital after a vehicle went into a business in Middletown on Tuesday.
May 12, 2026Open source
MCSO: Woman arrested after two pounds of methamphetamine found in engine compartment
April M. McKenzie, 42, of Paducah, was arrested on May 11 in connection with a multi-agency drug trafficking investigation, culminating with a traffic stop n...
May 12, 2026Open source
20 percent predicted turnout for state’s primary election
FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) – Kentucky Secretary of State Michael Adams said with the voter rolls having closed on April 20 for the May 19 primary election, regist...
May 12, 2026Open source
One mountain over: Could a ‘halfback wave’ solve the Eastern Kentucky depopulation problem?
Could the "halfback wave" fill Appalachia's shrinking counties with retirees and young families?
May 12, 2026Open source
Paducah Chamber to host Judge Executive forum, new details emerge in Massac Title IX claim
The Paducah Area Chamber of Commerce will host a Judge Executive forum today, featuring McCracken County Republican candidates. New details emerge regarding...
May 12, 2026Open source
Lexington Clinic opens parking lot for Railbird Music Festival, with advance tickets available for $25/day
Alex Risen, Lexington Clinic's corporate communications manager and public relations representative, said the decision was straightforward.
May 12, 2026Open source
Embattled Louisville Democrat faces new calls to resign amid primary challenges
Following renewed calls to resign from office, Louisville Democratic Rep. Daniel Grossberg says he’s remaining in the race.
May 12, 2026Open source
Make it Kate: Blind, rescued racehorse finds hope at Kentucky Humane Society's Willow Hope Farm
A former standardbred racehorse found starving near an abandoned Kentucky mine is recovering at Willow Hope Farm, but caretakers recently learned she is blin...
May 11, 2026Open source
Redeemer Lutheran church completes rebuild nearly one year after EF-4 tornado destroyed building
Nearly one year after an EF-4 tornado destroyed the building, Pastor Doug Couch and the congregation of Redeemer Lutheran Church celebrated the opening of th...
May 11, 2026Open source
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Summer Shade is in Metcalfe County, Kentucky.
Region: Kentucky
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Social media addiction case against Meta settled by Kentucky school district
Meta has settled a lawsuit with a Kentucky school district before it was set to go to trial. Other social media companies have settled separate cases with gr...
May 22, 2026Open source
Rep. Massie Kentucky primary loss is victory for Trump
A loss for a Republican Kentucky congressman in Tuesday night’s primary was a victory for President Trump, after the two have been at odds for years.
May 20, 2026Open source
What would you name your racehorse? Try our name generator
The Kentucky Derby 2024 is Saturday, May 4th. What would you pick for your winning horse name? Try this interactive racehorse name generator.
May 20, 2026Open source
The Latest: Officers who faced Jan. 6 rioters sue to block payouts from ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
Two police officers who helped defend the U.S. Capitol from an attack by a mob of President Donald Trump’s supporters have sued to block anyone from receiv...
May 20, 2026Open source
Rep. Massie is latest GOP incumbent to lose primary after Trump backs challenger President Trump endorsed f...
President Trump endorsed former Navy SEAL Ed Gallrein in Kentucky's 4th Congressional District.
May 20, 2026Open source
Rep. Massie concedes in costly Kentucky GOP primary against Trump-backed Gallrein
Rep. Thomas Massie has conceded in Kentucky's Republican primary race against Ed Gallrein, President Donald Trump’s handpicked challenger. (AP Photo)
May 20, 2026Open source
Trump notches more GOP primary wins, but big midterm questions remain
The president unseated one of his biggest Republican foes Tuesday in Kentucky, while a Trump endorsement in Texas concerned GOP senators.
May 20, 2026Open source
Trump notches more GOP primary wins, but big midterm questions remain
The president unseated one of his biggest Republican foes Tuesday in Kentucky, while a Trump endorsement in Texas concerned GOP senators.
May 20, 2026Open source
ELECTION RESULTS: Kenton County primary election results
See election results in Kenton County from Kentucky's primary election.
May 20, 2026Open source
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