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        Man accused of setting fire to home with sons inside indicted for murder, arson
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        Gov. Beshear orders flags lowered Friday to honor Fort Campbell soldier
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        Lexington breaks ground on new business park off Georgetown Road

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        Lexington Freedom Train to unveil monument honoring Underground Railroad legacy

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        News

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        Father left to raise children alone after apparent murder-suicide in Lee County

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        Roofing company Lexington Blue files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

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        Reports: Summer travel increases from last year, but on tighter budgets

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        Covering Kentucky

        Madison Co. woman honors son's legacy by advocating for mental health awareness

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        Covering Kentucky

        Isaiah House approved to offer student loan repayment for eligible staff

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        Covering Kentucky

        ONE Lexington working to help kids deal with trauma related to gun violence

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        BBN Tonight

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        National News

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        Russell County mother shares her story about going into labor during tornado

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        Lt. Governor endorses congressional candidate who opposes Medicaid cuts

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        'Couldn’t believe it': Campbellsville man takes home $30,000 lottery win

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        Rep. Massie submits resolution to remove US involvement in Iran-Israel conflict

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        KSP investigating after man killed in Wallingford house fire

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        Crime

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