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Nearly 6 years in prison, a $19.2 million tax bill. Fraud ends badly for Kentucky businessman.

Crime

Nearly 6 years in prison, a $19.2 million tax bill. Fraud ends badly for Kentucky businessman.

May 24, 2019 07:51 AM

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

Education

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

May 24, 2019 11:35 AM

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

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

He was found dead in the Kentucky woods nearly 33 years ago. Now we know his name.

Kentucky

He was found dead in the Kentucky woods nearly 33 years ago. Now we know his name.

May 24, 2019 10:06 AM

George Takei ‘tempted’ to challenge Mitch McConnell. He has support from other actors.

Kentucky

George Takei ‘tempted’ to challenge Mitch McConnell. He has support from other actors.

May 24, 2019 09:07 AM

Unique downtown Lexington restaurant closes after six years

Restaurant News & Reviews

Unique downtown Lexington restaurant closes after six years

May 23, 2019 04:04 PM

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Interfaith group pushes Fayette to address higher rates of suspensions for black students

May 24, 2019 10:53 AM

Jaguars rookie Josh Allen out with bruised knee, signs deal

May 23, 2019 02:37 PM

Trump expands Barr power over classified Russia probe info

May 24, 2019 12:20 PM

May to quit as party leader June 7, sparking race for new PM

May 24, 2019 10:30 AM

US charges WikiLeaks founder with publishing classified info

May 24, 2019 05:54 AM

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After 50 years, Mike Critchfield of Critchfield Meats is retiring

May 23, 2019 02:02 PM

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

May 24, 2019 10:48 AM

Are these your medals? State Treasurer seeks to return dozens of military medals

May 24, 2019 09:45 AM

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

Sports

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

May 24, 2019 09:14 AM

Penny Hardaway is changing the model for college hoops coaching hires

May 23, 2019 04:54 PM

11th Region baseball: Title rematch, battle between Lexington foes highlight round one

May 23, 2019 04:44 PM

After WNBA release, ex-Cat Maci Morris plans to keep pursuing pro basketball dream

May 23, 2019 04:01 PM

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Proposal for townhouses on Versailles Road across from Calumet Farm gets green light

Local

Proposal for townhouses on Versailles Road across from Calumet Farm gets green light

May 23, 2019 04:23 PM

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

May 23, 2019 02:44 PM

Former Central Kentucky city clerk accused of stealing more than $10,000 of public funds

May 23, 2019 03:50 PM

Black lung disease continues to surge in Eastern Kentucky. New research suggests why.

May 23, 2019 10:18 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

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

May 23, 2019 12:29 PM

Relax. Something new is coming to Lexington Green in the Artique Gallery spot.

May 23, 2019 08:24 AM

Major Lexington employer names new CEO, fourth in three years

May 22, 2019 11:13 AM

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

Opinion

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

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

May 24, 2019 11:13 AM

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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To beat Matt Bevin, Andy Beshear will have to take on Donald Trump

Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin is tying himself to Donald Trump in order to win reelection despite his low approval numbers.

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

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of May 20, 2019

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of May 20, 2019

May 22, 2019 04:35 PM

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of May 13, 2019

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of May 13, 2019

May 16, 2019 04:26 PM

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of May 6, 2019

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of May 6, 2019

May 10, 2019 02:47 PM

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Stage & Dance

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

The Lexington Opera House announced its upcoming season, with 10 shows including Carole King’s “Beautiful,” “Spongebob,” “An American in Paris” and more.

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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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Summer 2019 music guide: 228 concerts in and around Central Kentucky

Music News & Reviews

Summer 2019 music guide: 228 concerts in and around Central Kentucky

May 22, 2019 08:26 AM

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