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8 arrested, 7 children removed from home in Richmond child abuse investigation

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Fire crews responding to 'advanced' barn fire on Old Frankfort Pike

Rosemary Kelley

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Hurricane evacuations turn Kentucky family's vacation into grueling trip home

Leigh Searcy

Daily Forecast

Hurricane remnants make for an active weekend

Emily McKinney

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Hurricane Isaias approaches Gulf Coast. Will it impact Kentucky weather?

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Lexington-based logistics company prepared to deploy in hurricane's aftermath

Evelyn Schultz

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KY schools add hundreds of resource officers following 2018 Marshall Co shooting

Karolina Buczek

Lexington Metro

Police make third arrest in deadly Lexington crime spree

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Grandfather charged in death of 7-year-old Allen County girl

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UKPD report shows decline in crimes, 24 rapes reported on main campus in 2025

Drew Amman

BBN Tonight

Nic Anderson's SEC Family Tree: "Grateful and Blessed"

Maggie Davis

Covering Kentucky

Funeral plans announced for 6-year-old who died unexpectedly in his sleep

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National News

UKPD report shows decline in crimes, 24 rapes reported on main campus in 2025

Nic Anderson's SEC Family Tree: "Grateful and Blessed"

Funeral plans announced for 6-year-old who died unexpectedly in his sleep

National News

Interactive: Spirit Christmas is coming. Will there be a store near you?

Trump taps Katie Zacharia to be the new Press Secretary

Deadpool, Wolverine and more join M&M'S in Marvel mashup promotion

Officials urge conservation as Lake Liberty's water levels still critically low

6 charged in suspected Harrison County drug trafficking network

Lexington Police welcomes 12 new officers; son joins father on the force

More measles cases confirmed in Laurel County add to Kentucky outbreak

UK Athletics introduces new leadership role focused on player management

Eckert's Orchard expecting 40,000 visitors for pumpkins and fall fun

Kentucky drivers urged to watch for deer as breeding season approaches

Two people hurt after overnight shooting in Lexington’s East End

The Remnants of Hurricane Isaias Soak the Commonwealth this Weekend

Lexington City Council votes to extend data center moratorium through Oct. 2027

Keeneland's 19-year Make-A-Wish partnership has granted 170 wishes

Get to know Ohavia Phillips-Reed: Kentucky Football's On-Field Host

Farmer reacts after KY's state of emergency allows the use of untaxed diesel

Purple Peace Pumpkins placed across Lexington for Domestic Violence Awareness

Fayette County Court Officials Warn About Jury Duty Scammers

WATCH: Will Stein previews Kentucky Football's "Power K" game vs. LSU

Lexington police outline plans for safe game day experience

Pastor charged with additional sex crimes after man shares story

Two cats rescued from Nicholasville house fire

One more great day before rain

Fiancé of woman allegedly killed in overdose by KY man charged with obstruction

Randall Cobb named Kentucky’s representative in 2026 SEC Football Legends class

Food assistance program helps Kentucky seniors facing food insecurity

Lexington drug trafficking suspect arrested after chase in Floyd County

Lexington police searching for 2 gas station robbery suspects

10 students, SUV driver taken to hospital after Harlan County school bus crash

Crews respond to overnight fire at Carrabba's Italian Grill in Hamburg Pavilion

Downtown burger staple faces staffing challenges

Still Sunny and Unseasonably Warm Thursday

Medicaid cuts from the One Big Beautiful Bill are already affecting children

Lexington family mourns 6-year-old's death, awaits autopsy results

ODOT & KYTC officials give progress update on Brent Spence Companion Bridge

Northern Kentucky couple launches nonprofit inspired by daughter’s cancer fight

Estill County High School to host candidate forum

10 names added to Fallen Firefighter memorial in Frankfort

Kentucky WBB finalizes 2026-27 schedule

Legal expert warns of lasting consequences after woman jailed due to mix-up

Arraignment moved again for deadly Berea bank shooting suspect

LOOK: Kentucky Men's Basketball Finalizes 2026-'27 Schedule

Beshear allows dyed diesel on Kentucky roads to ease costs for farmers, truckers

Warm and dry weather continues before tropical rain arrives this weekend