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        Iran War

        Iran vows retaliation after U.S. seizes ship ahead of ceasefire deadline

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        National News

        Singer D4vd charged with murder of 14-year-old girl found dismembered in his car

        AP via Scripps News Group
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        News

        Pedestrian killed after being hit by semi on I-75 in northern Kentucky

        Cherish Walters
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        Crime

        Somerset man charged with rape, sexual abuse of 2 minors following investigation

        Cherish Walters
        FBI Director Tennessee

        National News

        FBI's Kash Patel sues The Atlantic for article that alleged excessive drinking

        AP via Scripps News Group
        Challenged Books

        National News

        Book bans and attempted bans remain at record highs

        AP via Scripps News Group
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        News

        Student found with a handgun at Tates Creek Middle School, FCPS says

        Web Staff
        Skydiver gets rescued after crashing into scoreboard before Virginia Tech spring game

        Sports

        Skydiver crashes into scoreboard at Virginia Tech spring game

        The Associated Press
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        Scripps News Life

        Maryland becomes first state to pass bill banning ‘surveillance pricing’

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        Kentucky Politics

        Kentucky Lt. Governor Jacqueline Coleman running for governor

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        Supreme Court

        National Politics

        Supreme Court takes up Catholic preschool case over LGBTQ+ policies

        AP via Scripps News Group
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        Hot Mic

        Hot Mic ep. 33: Keeneland chaos & derby dreams

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      • Women in Whiskey

        Covering Kentucky

        AP report: Women take the lead in whiskey as they reshape the industry

        Associated Press
        Trump Tariffs

        National News

        Businesses can now file refund claims on Trump’s unconstitutional tariffs

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        Japan Earthquake

        World News

        Japan issues mega-quake advisory following powerful 7.5 earthquake

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        Crime

        Deputies use tracking device to catch 2 men accused of stealing campaign signs

        Web Staff
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        John Matarese
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        Covering Kentucky

        Parents convicted after their 3-year-old fatally shot their 2-year-old in 2024

        Felicia Jordan
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        Daily Forecast

        Sunny and Still Cool Monday

        Tom Ackerman
        UK DanceBlue marathon raises a record $2.4 million for children's clinic

        Covering Kentucky

        UK DanceBlue marathon raises a record $2.4 million for children's clinic

        Kayleigh Randle
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        National News

        Los Angeles woman arrested on Iranian arms trafficking charge

        Associated Press
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        National News

        Wisconsin authorities arrest 25 at beagle breeding facility

        Associated Press
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        Covering Kentucky

        Keeneland launches first-of-its-kind nutrition program for horse jockeys

        Ellen Ice
        Lexington Humane Society rescues dog, Lexington Fire Department adopts it

        Covering Kentucky

        Lexington dog survives house fire, becomes fire crew's assistant

        Mack Carmack
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        National News

        Eddie Murphy receives life achievement award by AFI, drawing standing ovation

        Associated Press
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        World News

        Russian attacks kill at least 2 as Ukraine strikes a Russian drone factory

        Associated Press
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        National News

        Businesses can claim refunds for Trump tariffs ruled unconstitutional

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        World News

        Trump says US seizes Iranian-flagged cargo ship near Strait of Hormuz

        Associated Press
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        Iran War

        Trump says US fired on and seized Iranian cargo vessel that challenged blockade

        Scripps News Group
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        Daily Forecast

        Quiet but chilly on Monday

        Emily McKinney
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        National News

        Heavy damage but no fatalities after suspected tornadoes scour the Midwest

        Scripps News Group
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        Covering Kentucky

        Police: 34-year-old Owensboro woman dies in single-vehicle collision Saturday

        Mack Carmack
        Photo of McCreary County Alum Fire

        Covering Kentucky

        Alum Fire reaches 1,100 acres as crews actively work to contain flames

        Mack Carmack
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        Covering Kentucky

        Franklin County Sheriff's Office warning of traffic violation scam

        Mack Carmack
        Mass Shooting Louisiana

        National News

        8 children from the ages of 1 to 14 are dead after a mass shooting in Louisiana

        AP via Scripps News Group
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        National News

        3 students shot near the University of Iowa, authorities say

        AP via Scripps News Group
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        World News

        Russian attacks kill at least 2 as Ukraine strikes a Russian drone factory

        AP via Scripps News Group
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        Iran War

        Trump says US negotiators will be in Pakistan on Monday for talks with Iran

        AP via Scripps News Group
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        Daily Forecast

        A cooler end to the weekend

        Patrick Herion
      • Headline: Kentucky Ice Hockey Collective hosts inaugural tournament for international players to grow the sport

        Covering Kentucky

        Kentucky ice hockey tournament welcomes international players to the rink

        Kayleigh Randle
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        Covering Kentucky

        Livingston Fire and Rescue warns drivers of slick Red Hill Road

        Web Staff
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        Jennifer Palumbo
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        Jennifer Palumbo
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        Best of the Bluegrass

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        Jennifer Palumbo
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        Best of the Bluegrass

        Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event returns to the Kentucky Horse Park

        Jennifer Palumbo
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        Covering Kentucky

        'Coming togther': Spring season kicks off for Toyota Bluegrass Miracle League

        Ellen Ice
        Wolfe County Search and Rescue team rescues injured hiker

        Covering Kentucky

        Wolfe County Search & Rescue Team rescues injured hiker from Red River Gorge

        Mack Carmack
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        Covering Kentucky

        Reforest the Bluegrass marks 27 years of environmental impact in Lexington

        Web Staff
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        Daily Forecast

        Today's rain leads to a cool Sunday

        Emily McKinney
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        National News

        Kansas senator addresses National Weather Service concerns after tornado

        Scripps News Group
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        70-year-old Somerset man dies in fatal highway collision after striking semi

        Mack Carmack
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        BBN Tonight

        Sights and sounds from UK Football Spring Game 2026

        Sierra Newton
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        AP via Scripps News Group
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        National News

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        National News

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        AP via Scripps News Group
        Nelson County Sheriff's Office captures escaped inmate

        Crime

        Nelson County Sheriff's Office locates, arrests escaped inmate

        Mack Carmack
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        Crime

        Scott County sheriff warns of unauthorized vehicle conducting traffic stops

        Mack Carmack
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        National News

        After 73 years, US soldier killed in Korean War was finally identified

        Scripps News Group
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