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Murder of Mexican reporter in Veracruz spotlights official hostility toward press

The story of Regina Martinez’s murder opens a window on a different facet of the violence afflicting journalists in Mexico, one in which gangsters play a lesser role than government officials, who routinely bully journalists and foster an environment in which impunity is nearly assured when journalists...

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BASKETBALL: MEN

Calipari says 'shared sacrifice' key for new crop of Kentucky stars

Last season's struggles can help Kentucky take on the challenge of super-sized expectations for 2013-14, Coach John Calipari told reporters Wednesday.
EDUCATION

University of Kentucky moves forward with 3 more dorms holding 1,610 beds

The University of Kentucky Board of Trustees approved the next phase of new dorm construction on campus Tuesday, allowing UK to move forward with three new dorms at the old Cooperstown complex near W.T. Young Library.
EDUCATION

University of Kentucky to buy campus of Lexington Theological Seminary

The University of Kentucky will buy the Lexington Theological Seminary's 7-acre campus on South Limestone for $13.5 million, officials announced late Monday.
POLITICS AND GOVERNMENT

Kentucky activist rejects IRS apology for targeting groups

Conservative activist Eric Wilson of Georgetown said his Kentucky 9/12 Project group was among the conservative groups unfairly targeted by the IRS last year for increased scrutiny.
FAMILY

Settled in its new home, Berea's New Opportunity School for Women gears up for a new session

The New Opportunity School for Women, in Berea, focuses on low-income middle-aged women from Appalachia, many of whom married young, became young mothers and lack the skills and education needed to raise themselves from poverty.
NATION

Lexington's Blue Grass Airport among those hurt by fuel prices, consolidation

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POLITICS AND GOVERNMENT

Analysis: Rand Paul careful about where family resemblance begins and ends in Iowa

Rand Paul’s potential bid for the 2016 Republican presidential nomination is off to a promising start in the crucial state of Iowa, thanks in part to the fact that his father is Ron Paul. The family name opens important doors to networks of potential volunteers and contributors. It draws ...
GREENSPOT

Tom Eblen: Plan for post-tornado West Liberty calls for innovation, 'green' construction, eco-tourism

Last week, after more than a year of study and work following devastating tornadoes, West Liberty leaders unveiled a new strategic plan for their community. It is a creative, forward-looking plan designed to attract national attention and support. If successful, it could serve as a model for struggling...
POLITICS AND GOVERNMENT

Michelle Obama speaks at EKU's graduation

RICHMOND — First lady Michelle Obama chose to speak at Eastern Kentucky University's graduation Saturday because of its often-celebrated work with veterans, and in her speech she urged graduates to take the values they learned here out into the world.
NEWS

Merlene Davis: BCTC graduate is a role model for us all

Among those graduating from BCTC Sunday will be honor graduate Megan McCormick, a highly motivated woman who will be receiving an associate's degree in education in hopes of landing a full-time job and independence. That achievement is all the more significant because McCormick has Down syndrome.