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        Tractor-trailer crash expected to close US 25 for hours in Scott County

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        Man killed in crash that shut down stretch of East Hal Rogers Parkway

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        Lexington Humane Society seeks donations for shelter dogs

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        Covering Kentucky

        Lexington Humane Society needs certain items to care for dogs awaiting homes

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        Deputies investigate reported animal abuse in Madison County

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

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

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

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        Fayette County Court Officials Warn About Jury Duty Scammers

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        Covering Kentucky

        Two cats rescued from Nicholasville house fire

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

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        Food assistance program helps Kentucky seniors facing food insecurity

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        Lexington drug trafficking suspect arrested after chase in Floyd County

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        Covering Kentucky

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