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‘I think he’s staying in.’ Ex-Cat Delk weighs in on EJ Montgomery’s NBA Draft status.

UK Men's Basketball

‘I think he’s staying in.’ Ex-Cat Delk weighs in on EJ Montgomery’s NBA Draft status.

Former UK All-American says a Tuesday workout for NBA teams will be key in Montgomery’s decision.

May 25, 2019 12:10 AM

‘Roe v. Wade is under attack.’ Abortion rights protesters rally in Lexington.

Local

‘Roe v. Wade is under attack.’ Abortion rights protesters rally in Lexington.

May 25, 2019 06:22 PM

They dislike Bevin but voted for Trump. Can Beshear win them over in November?

Politics & Government

They dislike Bevin but voted for Trump. Can Beshear win them over in November?

May 24, 2019 02:15 PM

With $82 million investment, AppHarvest finally ready to build its 60-acre greenhouse

Kentucky

With $82 million investment, AppHarvest finally ready to build its 60-acre greenhouse

May 24, 2019 02:44 PM

After 50 years, Critchfield’s butcher is hanging up his apron. What’s next for the store?

Food & Drink

After 50 years, Critchfield’s butcher is hanging up his apron. What’s next for the store?

May 24, 2019 11:23 AM

‘It’s been tough.’ Lake Cumberland marina ready for tourists after weekend fire.

Kentucky

‘It’s been tough.’ Lake Cumberland marina ready for tourists after weekend fire.

May 24, 2019 01:35 PM

Do you know who these World War II medals belong to? The state needs your help.

Politics & Government

Do you know who these World War II medals belong to? The state needs your help.

May 24, 2019 09:45 AM

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Aliens, bigfoot and Princess Di’s crash: Pigeon Forge has new unconventional museum

May 25, 2019 01:39 PM

7-year-old autistic boy found dead in Kentucky pond

May 25, 2019 01:15 PM

WKU storm chase class embarks on 10th annual journey

May 25, 2019 12:04 PM

Why rapper Lil Nas X showed up at Billy Ray Cyrus’ house with a shiny red surprise

May 24, 2019 11:13 PM

Life sentences possible after Kentucky Islamic leader, 2 men indicted in alleged murder plot

May 24, 2019 04:24 PM

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Kentucky NOW rally for women’s reproductive rights

May 25, 2019 06:21 PM

Comments concerning high suspension rates among black students made at board meeting

May 24, 2019 10:48 AM

‘600 semi trucks of steel and glass .’ AppHarvest plans to open mega-greenhouse in 2020.

May 24, 2019 02:37 PM

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UK softball’s season ends one step short of College World Series for third straight year

Sports

UK softball’s season ends one step short of College World Series for third straight year

May 26, 2019 02:04 AM

‘I think he’s staying in.’ Ex-Cat Delk weighs in on EJ Montgomery’s NBA Draft status.

May 25, 2019 12:10 AM

Kentucky softball had its chances, but Cats come up short to open NCAA super regional

May 24, 2019 11:58 PM

‘Our swag is different’: There’s a new No. 1 in college basketball recruiting

May 24, 2019 09:14 AM

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President of Central Kentucky college announces his upcoming retirement

Local

President of Central Kentucky college announces his upcoming retirement

May 24, 2019 05:35 PM

See which Lexington schools have new principals and who has a new position

May 24, 2019 07:47 PM

Chris Bailey’s forecast: A few storms join the steam

May 25, 2019 05:41 AM

Transylvania University names alum as interim president following Carey’s departure

May 24, 2019 11:35 AM

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More beer on the way: Georgetown brewery announces $1.8m expansion

Business

More beer on the way: Georgetown brewery announces $1.8m expansion

May 24, 2019 10:12 AM

Young homebuyers scramble as prices rise faster than incomes

May 25, 2019 02:59 PM

CEOs get $800,000 pay raise, leaving workers further behind

May 24, 2019 03:54 PM

The highest-paid CEOs by state

May 24, 2019 01:46 PM

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Tolerance requires courage. This is how we’ll make America great again.

Opinion

Tolerance requires courage. This is how we’ll make America great again.

May 24, 2019 11:13 AM

When the Run for the Roses became the War of the Roses

May 24, 2019 10:38 AM

Joel Pett’s: ‘Bizarro world’ of politics, where everything is backwards

May 23, 2019 04:48 PM

Letters to the editor: Readers debate WLEX 18 decision to part ways with Lee Cruse

May 23, 2019 03:52 PM

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Ten sets of twins in one Kentucky high school graduating class. ’It’s surreal.’

Nobody was more surprised that the Boyle County High School graduating class of 2019 had 10 sets of twins than some of the twins themselves.

Blogs & Columns

Owner says Maximum Security will not run in Belmont Stakes

May 20, 2019 08:01 AM

Who are these horses running in the 2019 Preakness Stakes?

May 18, 2019 08:55 AM

Pimlico chief says horse racing must avoid going the way of dog racing

May 18, 2019 02:58 PM

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May 22, 2019 04:35 PM

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May 10, 2019 02:47 PM

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First look: New version of Graze has opened in The Woodlands with new menu

New Graze opens in The Woodlands in former Julep cup space with new look and new menu from chef Craig deVilliers.

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Broadway Live announces season featuring lower ticket prices, earlier shows in Lexington

Stage & Dance

Broadway Live announces season featuring lower ticket prices, earlier shows in Lexington

May 23, 2019 08:51 AM

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Hip hop star Kevin Gates has things to say about life behind bars and out

Music News & Reviews

Hip hop star Kevin Gates has things to say about life behind bars and out

May 23, 2019 08:12 AM

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