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        4 Cincinnati men face charges after chaotic burglary at Castle & Key Distillery
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        Miss Kentucky makes history as first former foster youth in Miss America top 11

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        National non-profit cleans over 800 headstones to honor fallen heroes

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        Covering Kentucky

        Dr. Stanley denounces UK's decision to fire him over alleged policy violations

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        Madison County Schools reports swatting call led to lockdown of area schools

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        Covering Kentucky

        'Anyone can save a life': UK offers free counseling for veterans

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        Lexington police seek new leads in 2020 murder of Darrell Price

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        Covering Kentucky

        Gov. Beshear orders flags to half-staff after fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk

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        FDA approves updated COVID-19 vaccines with new access restrictions

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        Body cam video shows KSP trooper using alleged excessive force during stop

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        Covering Kentucky

        Winchester Police and Clark County Public Schools partner for food drive

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        Cars scrapped after Frankfort mechanic shop suddenly closes

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        Reactions pour in following assassination of Charlie Kirk in Utah

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        Father discusses son on World Suicide Prevention Day

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        National News

        Kirk has been key figure in building support for Republicans among young people

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        Motorcyclist killed in crash on Danville Bypass

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        Daily Forecast

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        Crime

        Bluegrass Crime Stoppers asking for information in deadly 2020 shooting

        Cherish Walters
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        Covering Kentucky

        Body of 2nd missing boater found in Pulaski County, officials confirm

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        Family of Harless sues London PD, the city after he's killed during police raid

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        News

        56-year-old hit and killed by vehicle on Cumberland Parkway, KSP investigating

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        Covering Kentucky

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        BBN Tonight

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        We Follow Through

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        Covering Kentucky

        Trooper Teddy Bear Project celebrates 36th year at UK Children's Hospital

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        Covering Kentucky

        Local foundation working to pack care kits for breast cancer warriors

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        Amen House in Georgetown continues to feed families in need

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