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

UK Football

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

Kentucky head football coach Mark Stoops said Monday that Terry Wilson will remain the Wildcats’ starting quarterback for Saturday’s game at Missouri.

October 22, 2018 01:30 PM

He’s accused of opening fire in a Lexington KFC. His father is separately accused of murder.

Latest News

He’s accused of opening fire in a Lexington KFC. His father is separately accused of murder.

October 22, 2018 02:24 PM

‘Where’s the criminal charges?’ Superintendent wants teacher charged for dragging student.

Education

‘Where’s the criminal charges?’ Superintendent wants teacher charged for dragging student.

October 22, 2018 07:28 PM

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

Politics & Government

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

October 22, 2018 12:21 PM

Kayaker’s death spotlights Elkhorn Creek’s hidden dangers

Franklin County

Kayaker’s death spotlights Elkhorn Creek’s hidden dangers

October 22, 2018 06:22 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

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Lexington crash injures juvenile standing near intersection, driver leaves scene

October 22, 2018 09:31 PM

Kentucky Lottery to celebrate record-breaking Mega Millions jackpot with ticket giveaway

October 22, 2018 05:01 PM

Police called to Fayette Mall after reported fight, shot fired

October 22, 2018 10:20 PM

‘If that person is still living I want them to pay.’ Girl’s disappearance haunts family 20 years later

October 22, 2018 05:40 PM

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

October 22, 2018 02:21 PM

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Mark Stoops addresses quarterback plan moving forward

October 22, 2018 04:59 PM

Josh Paschal is ‘getting on his feet,’ Stoops says

October 22, 2018 04:25 PM

Stoops on defensive improvement: ‘It comes down to ... the burning desire to be great’

October 22, 2018 04:26 PM

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Quarterback Beau Allen’s UK recruiting dilemma has echoes of his father’s past

Sports

Quarterback Beau Allen’s UK recruiting dilemma has echoes of his father’s past

October 22, 2018 06:10 PM

On radio show, UK’s Stoops says: ‘I anticipate playing several quarterbacks this week.’

October 22, 2018 07:15 PM

Bon appetit: Calipari tells luncheon crowd what it wants to hear

October 22, 2018 04:27 PM

One of UK’s top players has to ‘step away’ from basketball to address health

October 22, 2018 03:41 PM

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Kentucky medical company filed false insurance claims. Now it must pay $5.2 million.

Local

Kentucky medical company filed false insurance claims. Now it must pay $5.2 million.

October 22, 2018 12:00 AM

In-person absentee voting begins in Kentucky

October 22, 2018 02:50 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

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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 08:58 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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Music News & Reviews

Music News & Reviews

Country star Chis Stapleton’s bass player still hasn’t quit his day job.

Country music icon Chris Stapleton and bass player J.T. Cure go way back to their youth in Eastern Kentucky. Despite Stapleton’s dizzying success, Cure has maintained his job as an accountant for Vanderbilt Medical Center.

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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

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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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