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      • Fatal Collision

        Covering Kentucky

        KSP: Woman dies after losing control of 3-wheeled motorcycle in Anderson County

        Web Staff
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        Covering Kentucky

        Tyler Childers named first inductee to Railbird Festival Hall of Fame

        Web Staff
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        Covering Kentucky

        KSP searching for missing Morgan County man last seen in Nevada

        Web Staff
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        Daily Forecast

        Rounds of Showers and Storms Inbound Through Midweek

        Tom Ackerman
        Will Stein

        Sports

        Kentucky football lands trio of 2027 commitments

        Hannah Hamelback
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        In Your Community

        Popular Jackson County restaurant Frosty-ette reopens after community support

        Caleb Barnes
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        Daily Forecast

        Rain activity ramps up Monday

        Emily McKinney
        APTOPIX Israel Iran War

        Iran War

        Israel says Iran launched missiles at it for the first time since ceasefire

        AP via Scripps News Group
        Trump White House

        National Politics

        Lawsuit seeks to stop the UFC fight on the White House South Lawn

        Associated Press
      • APTOPIX Spain Pope

        World News

        Pope Leo XIV draws millions to Mass, challenges Europe to acknowledge roots

        Associated Press
        Unity in the Community 2026

        Covering Kentucky

        City of Frankfort fights Alzheimer's disparity with Unity in the Community event

        Web Staff
        APTOPIX French Open Tennis

        Sports

        Alexander Zverev wins the French Open to finally earn a 1st Grand Slam title

        AP via Scripps News Group
      • Ryan Hampton commits to Kentucky

        Sports

        Kentucky lands five-star 2027 recruit Ryan Hampton

        Hannah Hamelback
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        Covering Kentucky

        Community shocked after 2 women killed in Knox County murder-suicide after chase

        Annie Brown
        Trump America 250 Memorial Day

        Iran War

        Trump says 100-day-old Iran war doesn't betray his 'no new wars' campaign pledge

        AP via Scripps News Group
      • Georgia state capitol building

        National Politics

        A national redistricting battle may expand to statehouses and city councils

        AP via Scripps News Group
        Reported Friday night burglary at Clarkson residence

        Crime

        Grayson County Sheriff's Office investigating reported Friday night burglary

        Mack Carmack
        Inflation Slowdown Consumers

        National Politics

        From unfilled gas tanks to fewer frills, US consumers are rethinking spending

        AP via Scripps News Group
      • Election 2026 Iowa Governor

        National Politics

        Rob Sand to rally in Iowa with Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear support

        Associated Press
        Stanley Cup Hurricanes Golden Knights Hockey

        Sports

        Golden Knights beat Hurricanes 5-4 in 2OT in Game 3 after blowing 4-goal lead

        AP via Scripps News Group
        Ohio Shooting

        National News

        At least 12 shot at an Ohio festival, search for suspects ongoing, police say

        AP via Scripps News Group
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        Daily Forecast

        Hit-or-miss showers for Sunday

        Patrick Herion
        Lebanon Israel Iran War

        World News

        Israel says Iran launched missiles at it in first such bombardment since fragile ceasefire

        By KAREEM CHEHAYEB, SAMY MAGDY, MELANIE LIDMAN and CARA ANNA
        Belmont Stakes Horse Racing

        National News

        Golden Tempo wins the 158th Belmont Stakes following historic derby win

        Associated Press
      • Kelley's Landing, Bluegrass River Run

        Covering Kentucky

        Bluegrass River Run at Kelley's Landing promotes conservation, active lifestyles

        Ellen Ice
        6th annual No Greater Honor 5K Run

        Covering Kentucky

        No Greater Honor 5K Run held in remembrance of veterans on D-Day anniversary

        Web Staff
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        Daily Forecast

        Some could see a shower Sunday

        Emily McKinney
      • Cops & Bobbers event

        Covering Kentucky

        Lexington Police Department connects with local kids at 'Cops & Bobbers' event

        Mack Carmack
        France D-Day

        World News

        Hegseth draws line between D-Day and migration in Normandy anniversary speech

        AP via Scripps News Group
        Australia Shark Attack

        World News

        Spearfisher killed in Australia’s third fatal shark attack in 4 weeks

        Associated Press
      • Taiwan China Red Pandas

        World News

        Taipei Zoo welcomes a pair of red pandas from China, first in over a decade

        Associated Press
        Pentagon Congress

        National Politics

        Sen. Susan Collins sets record with 10,000 straight Senate votes

        Justin Boggs
        Scam Warning graphic updated

        Crime

        Jessamine County Detention Center warning of phone scam targeting families

        Mack Carmack
      • Trump-Pardon-Former Congressman

        National Politics

        Trump grants unconditional pardon to ex-GOP Rep. Stephen Buyer

        AP via Scripps News Group
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        Covering Kentucky

        Clay County couple's tiny home stolen; sentimental items among losses

        Ajay Patel
         Jennifer Palumbo visits Rosa Parks Elementary School

        Best of the Bluegrass

        Jennifer Palumbo visits Rosa Parks Elementary School

        Jennifer Palumbo
      • French Open Tennis

        Sports

        Mirra Andreeva, 19, wins French Open to become youngest champion since 1992

        AP via Scripps News Group
        Celebrate fathers with Vintage Dad's Day at Shaker Village in Harrodsburg

        Best of the Bluegrass

        Celebrate fathers with Vintage Dad's Day at Shaker Village in Harrodsburg

        Jennifer Palumbo
        Fun at the Bluegrass Fair in Lexington

        Best of the Bluegrass

        Fun at the Bluegrass Fair in Lexington

        Jennifer Palumbo
      • Summer fun at Jessamine County Public Library

        Best of the Bluegrass

        Summer fun at Jessamine County Public Library

        Jennifer Palumbo
        Kentucky Wine & Vine Fest in Nicholasville

        Best of the Bluegrass

        Cheers to the Kentucky Wine & Vine Fest in Nicholasville!

        Jennifer Palumbo
        Fayette Mall Retail Roundup at Cavender's Boot City

        Best of the Bluegrass

        Fayette Mall Retail Roundup at Cavender's Boot City

        Jennifer Palumbo
      • Fatal Collision

        Covering Kentucky

        KSP: 17-year-old Adair County girl pronounced dead following roadway collision

        Mack Carmack
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        Scripps News Life

        Burkholderia bacteria detected in Target baby wipes leads to recall

        Justin Boggs
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        National News

        Stephen Colbert returns to Monroe public access TV station after 11 years

        Scripps News Group
      • WCup Venues Stadium Dallas Soccer

        National News

        Andrew Giuliani-led task force readies for 'zero-fail' World Cup mission

        AP via Scripps News Group
        Trump

        Sports

        President Trump confirms NBA Finals appearance, shrugs off $8,000 ticket prices

        AP via Scripps News Group
        Election 2026 California Governor

        National Politics

        Becerra wins spot in California governor’s runoff, aims to succeed Newsom

        AP via Scripps News Group
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        Daily Forecast

        Getting hotter for the weekend

        Patrick Herion
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        Covering Kentucky

        City of Pikeville announces review of a potential data center project

        Rosemary Kelley
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        National News

        Remaining three '60 Minutes' stars say they're staying at CBS show

        AP via Scripps News Group
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        BBN Tonight

        WATCH: Big Blue Roulette comes to 'BBN Tonight'

        Maggie Davis
        Courts

        In Your Community

        Bath County students rally to restore crumbling tennis courts

        Alex Barber
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        Covering Kentucky

        Bourbon County Recreation Park opens after decade of planning

        Molly Demrow
      • Chad Casebolt

        Covering Kentucky

        After Clay City man loses uninsured home to fire, community steps in to help

        Megan Mannering
        Malia Croley returns home

        We Follow Through

        Malia Croley returns home to Lexington after life-saving heart transplant

        Drew Amman
        Trump

        National Politics

        Trump courts farmers in Wisconsin, defending the necessity of war with Iran

        Scripps News Group
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        Covering Kentucky

        Former sheriff's aunt details disturbing behavior before courthouse shooting

        Leigh Searcy
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        Covering Kentucky

        Kentucky lawmaker pushes for data center transparency rules

        Karolina Buczek
        New mural in Georgetown

        In Your Community

        'Identity for a community': New mural in the works in Historic Georgetown

        Ellen Ice
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