Johnson County authorities seek public's help finding missing man
The Johnson County Sheriff's Office is investigating a missing persons case involving David Scott Dalton, 51. Family members say the last contact they had wi...
Jun 8, 2026Open source
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Kentucky Supreme Court allows judge to remain in Bevin child support dispute
Kentucky Supreme Court allows Judge Angela Johnson to remain on Bevin child support case.
May 8, 2026Open source
Johnson County school staff member receives award for performance
The Kentucky Association of School of Administrators (KASA) has announced the 2026 recipient of the Wanda Luttrell Office Professional Award.
May 7, 2026Open source
America 250: How Cincinnati played a role in the Underground Railroad, path to freedom
Ohio played a pivotal role in the American abolitionist movement as a free state that bordered slave states like Kentucky and Virginia.
Jun 10, 2026Open source
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The Portland Press Herald
Matt Bevin owns property in western Maine, which he said was hit with a 'very large boulder' that prevented him from attending a court hearing.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Kentucky Rep. Nemes urges prosecution over marijuana expansion; Gov. Beshear bites back
Kentucky's House majority whip is pushing back on the governor's expansion of medical marijuana conditions, and said he wants those who follow it to be prose...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Clark Memorial Bridge sidewalks closed, leaving pedestrians with no access
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has shut down the sidewalks that runs along Clark Memorial Bridge until further notice.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Kentucky Sports Hall of Fame names presenting sponsor
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (KT) – The Louisville Sports Commission (LSC) announced Thursday that the Hillerich Family, owners of Hillerich & Bradsby Co., has been...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
UK Notebook: Pope says McLean perfect person to lead Bahamas team
LEXINGTON, Ky. (KT) — It’s not unusual for college coaches to lead other teams overseas.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Report: Kentucky’s water systems produce high-quality water, comply with safety requirements
FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) – Kentucky’s 2025 Drinking Water Compliance Report shows public water systems across the state produce high-quality drinking water fo...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Kentucky football announces kickoff windows, TV designations for 2026 season
Kentucky football's kickoff time windows and several television designations for the 2026 season were announced Wednesday by the SEC
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Keeneland Library receives Kentucky Historical Society's top preservation award
The Keeneland Library in Lexington has received the Thomas D. Clark Award of Excellence from the Kentucky Historical Society, the organization's highest honor.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Congolese refugee turned fashion designer is dressing Kentucky's governor, NBA stars
A Lexington fashion designer who came to the United States as a Congolese refugee is building a high-fashion brand, dressing some of the most recognizable na...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
UK King’s Daughters establishes internal medicine residency program 1 MIN READ
ASHLAND, Ky.— UK King’s Daughters is pleased to welcome three residents joining its new internal medicine residency program in Ashland. Residents Brian...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Kentucky football mourns Nic Smith after defensive lineman found dead on campus
Nic Smith, a defensive lineman for Kentucky, has died, the program announced. He was 20.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Kentucky football mourns Nic Smith after defensive lineman found dead on campus
Nic Smith, a defensive lineman for Kentucky, has died, the program announced. He was 20.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Kentucky football mourns Nic Smith after defensive lineman found dead on campus
Nic Smith, a defensive lineman for Kentucky, has died, the program announced. He was 20.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Exclusive Husband of mother who died after cosmetic procedure in Miami speaks out A patient care report fro...
A patient care report from the Coral Gables Fire Department details the emergency involving Kenly Millan Aponte, 35, a mother of two who traveled from Kentuc...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Beshear highlights tourism in Team Kentucky update
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear said Wednesday that tourism is breaking state records for the fourth consecutive year.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
81.1 million travelers visited Kentucky and spent $10.4 billion in 2025, study finds
81.1 million travelers visited Kentucky and spent $10.4 billion in 2025, study finds
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Cherie DeVaux named one of Time Magazine's '100 Most Influential People in Sports' for 2026
Trainer Cherie DeVaux kisses the trophy after a victory by Golden Tempo in the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby horse race at Churchill Downs, Saturday, M...
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Planned Parenthood of Indiana and Kentucky Designated as a HRC Foundation 2026 “LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equali...
INDIANAPOLIS — Planned Parenthood Great Northwest, Hawai‘i, Alaska, Indiana, Kentucky (PPGNHAIK) is proud to announce that the Human Rights Campaign Foun...
Jun 10, 2026Open source
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The Portland Press Herald
Matt Bevin owns property in western Maine, which he said was hit with a 'very large boulder' that prevented him from attending a court hearing.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Kentucky Rep. Nemes urges prosecution over marijuana expansion; Gov. Beshear bites back
Kentucky's House majority whip is pushing back on the governor's expansion of medical marijuana conditions, and said he wants those who follow it to be prose...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Clark Memorial Bridge sidewalks closed, leaving pedestrians with no access
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has shut down the sidewalks that runs along Clark Memorial Bridge until further notice.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Kentucky Sports Hall of Fame names presenting sponsor
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (KT) – The Louisville Sports Commission (LSC) announced Thursday that the Hillerich Family, owners of Hillerich & Bradsby Co., has been...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
UK Notebook: Pope says McLean perfect person to lead Bahamas team
LEXINGTON, Ky. (KT) — It’s not unusual for college coaches to lead other teams overseas.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Report: Kentucky’s water systems produce high-quality water, comply with safety requirements
FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) – Kentucky’s 2025 Drinking Water Compliance Report shows public water systems across the state produce high-quality drinking water fo...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Kentucky football announces kickoff windows, TV designations for 2026 season
Kentucky football's kickoff time windows and several television designations for the 2026 season were announced Wednesday by the SEC
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Keeneland Library receives Kentucky Historical Society's top preservation award
The Keeneland Library in Lexington has received the Thomas D. Clark Award of Excellence from the Kentucky Historical Society, the organization's highest honor.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Congolese refugee turned fashion designer is dressing Kentucky's governor, NBA stars
A Lexington fashion designer who came to the United States as a Congolese refugee is building a high-fashion brand, dressing some of the most recognizable na...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
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