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Manager allegedly tried to cover breastfeeding Kentucky mom at Texas Roadhouse. She’s suing.

Kentucky

Manager allegedly tried to cover breastfeeding Kentucky mom at Texas Roadhouse. She’s suing.

Texas Roadhouse says its employee did not understand the law when he approached a Kentucky mother about concealing her breastfeeding baby. Mom says he tried to cover her with a napkin.

November 20, 2018 10:52 AM

Lexmark CEO announces immediate resignation

Business

Lexmark CEO announces immediate resignation

November 20, 2018 10:48 PM

First black UK men’s basketball player will leave prison. He was convicted of sex crimes.

Ex-Cats

First black UK men’s basketball player will leave prison. He was convicted of sex crimes.

November 20, 2018 11:13 AM

Police: Inside man’s truck were loaded guns, extra bullets. Workers stopped Kentucky attack

Crime

Police: Inside man’s truck were loaded guns, extra bullets. Workers stopped Kentucky attack

November 20, 2018 12:02 PM

‘Nothing short of a miracle.’ Former courthouse goes from run-down to re-dedicated.

Fayette County

‘Nothing short of a miracle.’ Former courthouse goes from run-down to re-dedicated.

November 20, 2018 12:57 PM

‘I’ve never, ever seen it this bad.’ Staff shortages spur departures, overtime at jail.

Fayette County

‘I’ve never, ever seen it this bad.’ Staff shortages spur departures, overtime at jail.

November 20, 2018 10:08 AM

‘You have to be out of your freaking mind.’ UK players text moms about microwaving a turkey.

UK Women's Basketball

‘You have to be out of your freaking mind.’ UK players text moms about microwaving a turkey.

November 20, 2018 10:29 AM

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Americans, Canadians are warned not to eat romaine lettuce

November 20, 2018 11:36 PM

He was high on meth when he crashed, killing his mother, police say. He’s charged with murder.

November 20, 2018 06:29 PM

Seven babies in six months: Photo shoot shows Kentucky State Police baby boom

November 20, 2018 12:20 AM

Kentucky man accused of kidnapping, raping woman

November 20, 2018 06:28 AM

Kentucky State Police begin collecting food for annual drive

November 21, 2018 05:12 AM

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‘It welcomes everyone.’ Former courthouse has ‘re-dedication’ ceremony.

November 20, 2018 03:16 PM

How can Kentucky improve its three-point defense?

November 20, 2018 05:06 PM

No tinted shades for Kentucky’s Reid Travis

November 20, 2018 05:01 PM

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Once the king of recruiting, John Calipari’s crown has inevitably slipped

Sports

Once the king of recruiting, John Calipari’s crown has inevitably slipped

November 20, 2018 04:51 PM

‘He can destroy an offense.’ UK’s Allen reminds Louisville coach of No. 1 NFL pick he coached.

November 20, 2018 03:12 PM

Calipari on UK’s defense: ‘We are not anticipating, and we don’t trust’

November 20, 2018 05:18 PM

‘It’s just not happening overnight.’ Travis’ example can bolster fans’ faith in Cats

November 20, 2018 06:17 PM

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40 years after accident keeps him from KISS concert, school custodian is given tickets

Local

40 years after accident keeps him from KISS concert, school custodian is given tickets

November 20, 2018 11:59 AM

Congratulations, Hadeel Abdallah. Please tell everyone at Oxford where you are from.

November 20, 2018 12:57 PM

Al’s Bar is for sale. Live music, poetry venue ‘has been such a cultural phenomenon.’

November 19, 2018 03:37 PM

‘An inspiration:’ Dunbar grad named UK’s first Rhodes Scholar since 1955.

November 19, 2018 09:20 AM

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Asian shares fall on sign of escalating US-China tensions

Business

Asian shares fall on sign of escalating US-China tensions

November 20, 2018 10:36 PM

Southland Drive restaurant closes a year after owner pleaded for business

November 19, 2018 01:26 PM

Main Street sandwich shop, blocked by construction for months, closes

November 19, 2018 10:05 AM

Silicon Valley wages have dropped for all except highest-paying jobs: report

November 19, 2018 03:00 AM

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Embattled and in over his head, Mark Zuckerberg should — at least — step down as Facebook chairman

Opinion

Embattled and in over his head, Mark Zuckerberg should — at least — step down as Facebook chairman

November 19, 2018 05:33 PM

Feeding hungry children more than a holiday need

November 19, 2018 05:31 PM

Letters: Kudos on column about media bias; Stop whining, Democrats; Little help for disabled

November 19, 2018 05:27 PM

Battle over Pelosi’s bid for speaker reveals the dysfunction in Congress

November 20, 2018 06:00 AM

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In Depth

In Depth

Fayette County’s Manny Caulk named Kentucky Superintendent of the Year

Fayette County Public Schools Superintendent Manny Caulk on Monday was named Kentucky Superintendent of the Year.

Blogs & Columns

Don’t let Louisville’s 2-9 record fool you. ‘We know what they’re capable of.’

November 19, 2018 02:30 PM

Three takeaways from Kentucky basketball’s win over the mad bombers from VMI

November 18, 2018 10:35 PM

Liveblog: Kentucky 92, VMI 82

November 18, 2018 05:30 PM

Galleries

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of Nov. 19 2018

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of Nov. 19 2018

November 19, 2018 06:10 PM

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the weeks of Nov. 5 and 12, 2018

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the weeks of Nov. 5 and 12, 2018

November 12, 2018 08:39 PM

Photo gallery from Kentucky’s 34-17 loss to Georgia

Photo gallery from Kentucky’s 34-17 loss to Georgia

November 05, 2018 08:15 AM

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LexGo

Making a list and ... have no idea what to put in it? Think Kentucky!

As holiday shopping 2018 kicks into high gear with Black Friday, Herald-Leader staff writers offer suggestions for Kentucky-made gifts of all sorts.

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‘Well executed’ menu has many hits, including the pimento cheese, omelet, ham salad

Restaurant News & Reviews

‘Well executed’ menu has many hits, including the pimento cheese, omelet, ham salad

November 19, 2018 10:50 AM

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Laura Bell Bundy goes Barefoot for the holidays in all-star video and wine promo

Copious Notes

Laura Bell Bundy goes Barefoot for the holidays in all-star video and wine promo

November 19, 2018 01:04 PM

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