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You’ve heard plenty of claims about Amy McGrath and Andy Barr. Here’s the truth.

There have been many claims about Amy McGrath and Andy Barr as they run for Congress in Kentucky. What’s the truth about their stances on immigration, health care, payday lenders and partisanship?

October 22, 2018 12:21 PM

Merit Furniture, in business since 1956, closing. Owner: ‘Nobody wants quality furniture.’

Business

Merit Furniture, in business since 1956, closing. Owner: ‘Nobody wants quality furniture.’

October 22, 2018 11:54 AM

‘You got to take somebody’s minutes here’: Calipari assesses Cats after Blue-White Game

UK Men's Basketball

‘You got to take somebody’s minutes here’: Calipari assesses Cats after Blue-White Game

October 21, 2018 10:20 PM

You knew this was coming. Now we know when ‘Disney on Ice Frozen’ skates into Rupp.

Copious Notes

You knew this was coming. Now we know when ‘Disney on Ice Frozen’ skates into Rupp.

October 22, 2018 08:00 AM

Both candidates talk ‘smart growth’. So why is one getting most pro-development support?

Tom Eblen

Both candidates talk ‘smart growth’. So why is one getting most pro-development support?

October 22, 2018 06:00 AM

Blue-White Game features rim rattling, plus a ‘matchup nightmare’

UK Men's Basketball

Blue-White Game features rim rattling, plus a ‘matchup nightmare’

October 21, 2018 11:02 PM

Three takeaways from Kentucky basketball’s Blue-White Game

Sidelines with John Clay

Three takeaways from Kentucky basketball’s Blue-White Game

October 21, 2018 10:55 PM

Latest News

UK’s top tackler has ‘little procedure’ on broken hand. Will he be ready Saturday?

October 22, 2018 02:21 PM

Extra security provided Monday for Anderson County Schools following threat

October 22, 2018 06:57 AM

Kentucky animal shelter worker contributes to volunteer kit

October 22, 2018 04:53 AM

Officials say more than 1,000 acres of land conserved

October 22, 2018 04:52 AM

Two teens killed in car crash after police chase in Hardin County

October 21, 2018 02:01 PM

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Photo slideshow: Kentucky basketball Blue-White Game

October 21, 2018 09:50 PM

Rockets and Lakers players react to Paul & Rondo fight

October 22, 2018 12:00 AM

John Calipari: Players who get in the gym do better for themselves

October 21, 2018 10:15 PM

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Stoops sticking with Wilson as Kentucky’s starter. Is QB’s time running out?

Sports

Stoops sticking with Wilson as Kentucky’s starter. Is QB’s time running out?

October 22, 2018 01:30 PM

UK’s top tackler has ‘little procedure’ on broken hand. Will he be ready Saturday?

October 22, 2018 02:21 PM

Blue Preview: Your guide to No. 12 Kentucky’s football game at Missouri

October 22, 2018 11:52 AM

The first major college basketball poll is out. See where Kentucky is ranked.

October 22, 2018 12:55 PM

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‘Instead of ... hitting me, he shot one of my co-workers.’ Woman explains Lexington KFC gunfire

Local

‘Instead of ... hitting me, he shot one of my co-workers.’ Woman explains Lexington KFC gunfire

October 22, 2018 02:24 PM

November elections bring high stakes for Medicaid

October 22, 2018 04:00 AM

Mitch McConnell loses leftovers in confrontation by heckler at Louisville restaurant

October 20, 2018 07:53 PM

‘We’re one blood.’ Marchers show their support for migrants and refugees

October 20, 2018 05:14 PM

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What happens if you win Mega Millions’ $1.6B jackpot?

Business

What happens if you win Mega Millions’ $1.6B jackpot?

October 22, 2018 12:35 PM

Firm breaks ground on Kentucky hemp manufacturing facility

October 19, 2018 05:04 AM

Local baker seeks help from UK to grow all the flour he needs for his bread

October 19, 2018 09:15 AM

Personal finance site lists Martin County as top place in Kentucky to buy a home. Wait, what?

October 19, 2018 10:58 AM

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Cultural divide is deeper, older than Trump

Opinion

Cultural divide is deeper, older than Trump

October 19, 2018 09:04 PM

Rising tariffs roil political waters, adding confusion about U.S. role

October 22, 2018 06:15 AM

No sign that chief justice would deliver on liberals’ worst fears

October 17, 2018 05:31 PM

Governor grenade launcher

October 19, 2018 06:26 PM

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In Depth

In Depth

This KY judge allegedly pumped police for details on informants in ex-husband’s case

A Kentucky circuit judge inappropriately tried to find out if informants in a drug investigation were the same people who provided damaging information against her ex-husband, the state Judicial Conduct Commission has charged.

Blogs & Columns

Stoops says Missouri dangerous. Here’s how coach plans to have UK prepared.

October 22, 2018 02:41 PM

Three takeaways from Kentucky basketball’s Blue-White Game

October 21, 2018 10:55 PM

Three takeaways from Kentucky football’s win over Vanderbilt

October 21, 2018 12:47 AM

Galleries

Photos from UK’s 14-7 win over Vanderbilt

Photos from UK’s 14-7 win over Vanderbilt

October 21, 2018 11:43 AM

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of Oct. 15, 2018

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of Oct. 15, 2018

October 16, 2018 05:26 PM

President Trump stumps for Barr in Richmond

President Trump stumps for Barr in Richmond

October 16, 2018 12:01 PM

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Copious Notes

Copious Notes

You knew this was coming. Now we know when ‘Disney on Ice Frozen’ skates into Rupp.

Disney on Ice presents Frozen will come to Rupp Arena April 11 to 14. Tickets for the show will go on sale Oct. 30.

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You may care that Travis Tritt is returning to Lexington, especially if you missed him last time

Copious Notes

You may care that Travis Tritt is returning to Lexington, especially if you missed him last time

October 22, 2018 08:30 AM

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‘Shark Tank’ backs late 9/11 cleaner’s idea, pitched by kids

Celebrities

‘Shark Tank’ backs late 9/11 cleaner’s idea, pitched by kids

October 22, 2018 09:36 AM

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