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The most interesting ex-UK basketball player is not in the NBA

Mark Story

The most interesting ex-UK basketball player is not in the NBA

A key reserve on Kentucky’s 1978 NCAA championship team, LaVon Williams has become one of the commonwealth’s most prominent folk artists. On Friday, the University of Kentucky College of Arts and Sciences will induct Williams into its Hall of Fame.

October 18, 2018 05:43 PM

‘Top Chef’ Kentucky releases a sneak peek. Here’s what we know.

Celebrities

‘Top Chef’ Kentucky releases a sneak peek. Here’s what we know.

October 18, 2018 03:43 PM

Crowds welcome injured deputy home to Scott County a month after shooting

Scott County

Crowds welcome injured deputy home to Scott County a month after shooting

October 18, 2018 04:27 PM

These veterans are questioning Amy McGrath’s military record. Here’s what she did.

Politics & Government

These veterans are questioning Amy McGrath’s military record. Here’s what she did.

October 18, 2018 12:38 PM

Drug abuse spread this disease in Eastern Kentucky. Can $15 million ‘eradicate’ it?

State

Drug abuse spread this disease in Eastern Kentucky. Can $15 million ‘eradicate’ it?

October 18, 2018 03:30 PM

Check your numbers! Lexington Minit Mart sells $1 million Powerball ticket.

Kentucky

Check your numbers! Lexington Minit Mart sells $1 million Powerball ticket.

October 18, 2018 07:55 AM

A record amount of Kentuckians register to vote for General Election

Elections

A record amount of Kentuckians register to vote for General Election

October 18, 2018 10:33 AM

Latest News

Mitch McConnell is no Nancy Pelosi

October 18, 2018 05:23 PM

Lawsuit seeks to remove Kentucky House candidate from ballot

October 18, 2018 05:16 PM

Lexington receives new ballistics technology to help solve violent crimes faster

October 17, 2018 05:16 PM

Man, juveniles accused of using phony phone sales to rob victims in Lexington

October 17, 2018 10:51 PM

Investigation underway after Lexington inmate found unresponsive dies

October 17, 2018 05:39 PM

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Henry Clay topples No. 2 team in the state in 11th Region girls soccer

October 19, 2018 12:23 AM

Photos slideshow: Paul Laurence Dunbar beats Tates Creek to claim the 11th Region volleyball title

October 18, 2018 11:57 PM

Democrats face hurdles in quest to reclaim the House and Senate

October 18, 2018 10:33 AM

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The end of one-and-done? New G League offer could change look of college basketball.

Sports

The end of one-and-done? New G League offer could change look of college basketball.

October 18, 2018 01:49 PM

Podcast: From flag football back to real football and Kentucky-Vanderbilt

October 18, 2018 02:10 PM

Can any of these players help jump-start Kentucky’s passing game?

October 18, 2018 08:53 AM

Analyzing UK’s passing game: See how often each receiver is targeted.

October 18, 2018 11:20 AM

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Using pipeline for liquids raised fears of explosions in Central Kentucky. Critics win.

Local

Using pipeline for liquids raised fears of explosions in Central Kentucky. Critics win.

October 18, 2018 12:56 PM

‘Love for Wendall.’ Fundraiser for 85-year-old McDonald’s worker exceeds ‘wildest dreams.’

October 17, 2018 09:48 AM

Witnesses stopped a truck when it drove four blocks dragging a dog. Kentucky man charged.

October 17, 2018 02:55 PM

State settles feud with Floyd County attorney over child support payments

October 17, 2018 02:04 PM

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Lexington’s top 10 home sales in September in each zip code. One sold for $1.3 million.

Business

Lexington’s top 10 home sales in September in each zip code. One sold for $1.3 million.

October 18, 2018 02:55 PM

Kleenex to rebrand ‘mansize’ tissues after gender complaints

October 18, 2018 12:05 PM

Downtown warehouse block becomes home to 72 apartments. Take a peek.

October 18, 2018 06:13 AM

Kentucky Power seeks solar projects in eastern Kentucky

October 18, 2018 02:01 AM

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House of (horrors) Saud

Opinion

House of (horrors) Saud

October 17, 2018 03:32 PM

Elect Lucy VanMeter for Fayette circuit court

October 17, 2018 07:23 PM

Keep Susan Lamb in 4th District council seat

October 17, 2018 07:31 PM

Letters: Protect Camp Nelson, Mill Springs battlefields

October 17, 2018 07:54 PM

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In Depth

In Depth

Where we die from drug overdoses has changed dramatically in Kentucky

Some Kentucky counties saw a drop in the overdose death rate but others have seen significant increases because of growing abuse of the powerful painkiller fentanyl.

Blogs & Columns

Podcast: From flag football back to real football and Kentucky-Vanderbilt

October 18, 2018 02:10 PM

Analyzing UK’s passing game: See how often each receiver is targeted.

October 18, 2018 11:20 AM

Mark Stoops is mid-season national Coach of the Year and more links

October 18, 2018 06:50 AM

Galleries

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

Former vice president Biden campaigns with McGrath in Owingsville

Former vice president Biden campaigns with McGrath in Owingsville

October 16, 2018 11:28 AM

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Religion

Religion

This biblical commandment doesn’t play well in the 21st century and here’s why.

What I learned in this week’s Bible study: Only by sacrificing our out-sized self-regard can we ever find true liberty. By choosing to prefer and serve others we will set ourselves free.

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The incredible shrinking Comic Con. Here’s why Lexington’s 2019 show will be smaller.

LexGo

The incredible shrinking Comic Con. Here’s why Lexington’s 2019 show will be smaller.

October 18, 2018 10:28 AM

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You could have a scary weekend ... or not. Options from the hilarious to the horrifying.

Copious Notes

You could have a scary weekend ... or not. Options from the hilarious to the horrifying.

October 17, 2018 10:50 AM

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