1 teen dead, 1 critically hurt after subway surfing on Williamsburg Bridge One teenager is dead and another...
One teenager is dead and another was critically hurt after subway surfing on the Williamsburg Bridge on Friday.
May 23, 2026Open source
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2 subway surfers injured, 1 critically, while riding over Williamsburg Bridge
Two unidentified surfers were discovered on the roadbed of the J and M lines on the Williamsburg Bridge around 6:50 p.m. Friday, sources said.
May 23, 2026Open source
‘Once in a lifetime’: ‘3rd Hour of TODAY’ holds live show in Williamsburg ahead of America’s 250t...
‘Once in a lifetime’: ‘3rd Hour of TODAY’ holds live show in Williamsburg ahead of America’s 250th birthday
May 15, 2026Open source
Whitley County officials searching for pickup truck reported to be stolen
The Whitley County Sheriff's Department is searching for a red 2005 Ford F-350 pickup truck reported to be stolen from Prewitt's Feed and Farm Supply in Will...
May 3, 2026Open source
Hectic 5-way Brooklyn intersection where bus fatally struck boy has no crosswalk markings
Local officials and residents described the Williamsburg junction as one of Brooklyn
May 1, 2026Open source
Extra Extra: You can probably reuse the $40 'Devil Wears Prada 2' popcorn handbag bucket
Because why bring popcorn in your purse when you could buy a purse full of popcorn, here are your afternoon links: A new attempt at stopping the dog poop pro...
May 1, 2026Open source
Hampshire Regional students branch out for community service day
From Conant Park in Southampton to the Beaver Brook Conservation area in Williamsburg and the forests of Goshen, Hampshire Regional High School students were...
May 1, 2026Open source
9-year-old boy killed in Brooklyn school bus accident
A school bus struck and killed a 9-year-old boy who was on his way to school in Brooklyn Friday, police said.
May 1, 2026Open source
Child struck and killed by school bus in Williamsburg, Brooklyn A child was struck and killed by a school b...
Child struck and killed by school bus in Williamsburg, Brooklyn A child was struck and killed by a school bus in Brooklyn Friday morning, police said. It hap...
May 1, 2026Open source
Former CEO of Colonial Williamsburg is being sued for $25 million
In 2023, Fleet struck a William & Mary student with his car while she crossed a road adjacent to campus.
Apr 30, 2026Open source
CEO of Colonial Williamsburg retires abruptly
CEO of Colonial Williamsburg retires abruptly
Apr 30, 2026Open source
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KY state lawmakers call on health officials to investigate rising DIPG cases
At least 5 children 12 years old and younger in southeastern Kentucky have been diagnosed with diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma, or DIPG, across several coun...
May 8, 2026Open source
WKYT Investigates: Kentucky looking into rare pediatric brain cancer cases in Corbin area
State health officials are investigating an unusual pattern of rare pediatric brain cancer diagnoses in southeastern Kentucky after parents and health care w...
May 8, 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
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
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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Williamsburg is in Whitley 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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