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‘Pension relief’ bill still pending on legislature’s final day, with much at stake

Politics & Government

‘Pension relief’ bill still pending on legislature’s final day, with much at stake

The Kentucky House and Senate each is offering its own plan for how to help regional universities and ‘quasi-public’ entities.

March 26, 2019 02:14 PM

Inaugural Railbird lineup released. Who will perform at the Lexington festival?

Fayette County

Inaugural Railbird lineup released. Who will perform at the Lexington festival?

March 26, 2019 09:58 AM

Bevin’s Medicaid plan slated to start next week. These Democrats pledge to rescind it.

Politics & Government

Bevin’s Medicaid plan slated to start next week. These Democrats pledge to rescind it.

March 26, 2019 02:27 PM

Former players accuse head coach of ‘bullying’; NKU says it has ‘taken complaints seriously.’

Kentucky

Former players accuse head coach of ‘bullying’; NKU says it has ‘taken complaints seriously.’

March 25, 2019 08:00 PM

Attorneys: Prosecutors drop charges against Jussie Smollett

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Attorneys: Prosecutors drop charges against Jussie Smollett

March 26, 2019 02:05 PM

‘Southern Living’ named this Lexington restaurant the best in Kentucky. Again.

Restaurant News & Reviews

‘Southern Living’ named this Lexington restaurant the best in Kentucky. Again.

March 25, 2019 11:45 PM

Cynthiana man who admitted to trying to have sex with children gets long federal sentence

Crime

Cynthiana man who admitted to trying to have sex with children gets long federal sentence

March 25, 2019 05:47 PM

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Covington prepares for September IRS processing center closure: Fewer job losses expected

March 26, 2019 01:10 PM

Kentucky school district hands over names of protesters

March 26, 2019 01:11 PM

Police search for suspect, possible victim in hotel shooting

March 26, 2019 06:48 AM

Congress set aside $1 billion after Parkland. Now schools are starting to use it

March 26, 2019 04:00 AM

Man charged with assault in Race Street shooting that seriously injured victim

March 25, 2019 09:57 PM

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Michael Avenatti charged in extortion scheme against Nike

March 26, 2019 08:36 AM

Top basketball recruit Matthew Hurt talks about UK, Duke, Kansas and UNC

March 25, 2019 02:40 PM

Jaden McDaniels looking forward to challenge of McDonald’s Game

March 25, 2019 04:07 PM

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There’s a lesson to be learned from what UK’s Reid Travis did at end of the Wofford game

Sports

There’s a lesson to be learned from what UK’s Reid Travis did at end of the Wofford game

March 26, 2019 01:54 PM

‘We’ve gotta step up.’ Last-place pass attack a focus of UK’s spring agenda.

March 26, 2019 01:35 PM

Kentucky women’s season ends at the hands of N.C. State in NCAA Tournament

March 25, 2019 08:58 PM

KC’s NAIA final set: Georgetown runs past William Carey, Carroll takes down Lewis-Clark

March 25, 2019 10:01 PM

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Bevin appoints a judge who was defeated in November to Fayette Circuit Court seat

Local

Bevin appoints a judge who was defeated in November to Fayette Circuit Court seat

March 25, 2019 05:26 PM

Man walking home from work was left on Lexington road. Hit-and-run suspect charged.

March 25, 2019 01:37 PM

Judge cautions lawyers to watch language in abortion case

March 26, 2019 01:04 AM

Kentucky woman found dead with her throat cut. Her husband was arrested 300 miles away

March 25, 2019 07:32 AM

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Covington prepares for September IRS processing center closure: Fewer job losses expected

Business

Covington prepares for September IRS processing center closure: Fewer job losses expected

March 26, 2019 01:10 PM

Historic distillery adds curated cocktail experience, bar

March 24, 2019 11:07 AM

Read before you eat: Updated list of Lexington restaurants on probation for March

March 25, 2019 09:34 AM

Local food truck expanding with shops in Versailles, Georgetown

March 22, 2019 02:28 PM

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New state law puts patients first, ahead of insurance companies

Opinion

New state law puts patients first, ahead of insurance companies

March 26, 2019 12:46 PM

Victims Advocacy director: Andy Beshear strives to change culture and prevent abuse

March 24, 2019 04:21 PM

Letters: who will pay for the wall, a warning for Tyler Herro and love for Luke Perry

March 25, 2019 06:41 PM

Don’t make women choose between healthy pregnancy and a paycheck. Pass Senate Bill 18.

March 21, 2019 03:23 PM

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President Donald Trump boards Air Force One, Sunday, March 24, 2019, at Palm Beach International Airport, in West Palm Beach, Fla., en route to Washington.

In Depth

In Depth

Mueller finds no Trump collusion, leaves obstruction open

The debate over President Donald Trump's behavior during the Russia investigation will go on even though special counsel Robert Mueller's report has been released to the Justice Department.

Blogs & Columns

Coach K has big praise for Columbia, Colonial Life Arena and this ‘classy’ SC group

March 24, 2019 09:23 PM

NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament games on TV (Sunday)

March 24, 2019 09:26 AM

Three takeaways from Kentucky’s NCAA Tournament win over Wofford

March 23, 2019 08:10 PM

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of March 18, 2019

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of March 18, 2019

March 21, 2019 01:29 PM

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of March 11, 2019

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of March 11, 2019

March 13, 2019 06:24 PM

Senior Day victory: Kentucky 66, Florida 57

Senior Day victory: Kentucky 66, Florida 57

March 10, 2019 10:37 AM

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Georgia-born singer-songwriter Brent Cobb will bring his “Sucker for a Good Time” headline tour to Lexington.

Music News & Reviews

Music News & Reviews

After opening for Chris Stapleton in Rupp, this artist is bringing his solo tour to Lexington.

Country singer Brent Cobb opened for Chris Stapleton at Rupp Arena last fall. Now he’s playing Lexington solo.

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It’s only funny if somebody cringes: The ‘Impractical Jokers’ bringing their madness to Rupp

Celebrities

It’s only funny if somebody cringes: The ‘Impractical Jokers’ bringing their madness to Rupp

March 25, 2019 09:08 AM

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Historic distillery adds curated cocktail experience, bar

Bourbon Industry

Historic distillery adds curated cocktail experience, bar

March 24, 2019 11:07 AM

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