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    All lanes of I-64 westbound in Clark County reopened after collision

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    2 people rescued from vehicle rollover on I-75 northbound in Laurel County

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    Middle school students launch digital newspaper to strengthen peer connections

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    Clark Co. Coroner asking for public's help finding family of deceased woman

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    Police: Missing Georgetown 16-year-old found safe

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    5 years after daughter's work-related death, the fight for change continues

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    Lexington Community Corrections Officer remembered after unexpected death

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