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Their water is dirty and unreliable. Here’s how Kentucky lawmakers are responding.

Residents in Eastern Kentucky often say brown water comes out the tap, if it works at all. Lawmakers are calling for a task force to find solutions.

February 15, 2019 11:45 AM

Updated list of restaurants on probation as of February: Read before you eat

Restaurant News & Reviews

Updated list of restaurants on probation as of February: Read before you eat

February 15, 2019 07:00 AM

Pazzo’s, Magee’s Bakery, Texas de Brazil, Sonic, Qdoba and more on probation

Restaurant News & Reviews

Pazzo’s, Magee’s Bakery, Texas de Brazil, Sonic, Qdoba and more on probation

February 15, 2019 06:45 AM

‘A sad day for ... justice system.’ Kentucky detective sentenced for lying in gruesome case

Latest News

‘A sad day for ... justice system.’ Kentucky detective sentenced for lying in gruesome case

February 14, 2019 02:56 PM

Kentucky Senate approves NRA gun bill on anniversary of Parkland school shooting

Politics & Government

Kentucky Senate approves NRA gun bill on anniversary of Parkland school shooting

February 14, 2019 11:59 AM

Central Kentucky businessman must pay $19 million to the IRS. Find out why.

Crime

Central Kentucky businessman must pay $19 million to the IRS. Find out why.

February 14, 2019 03:35 PM

This town was built by a coal company. Now it’s leading an energy efficiency program.

State

This town was built by a coal company. Now it’s leading an energy efficiency program.

February 14, 2019 09:10 AM

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‘Top Chef’ Kentucky: ‘Somebody’s going home for a good dish’ after Ali dinner

February 15, 2019 09:30 AM

Trump declares national emergency to build border wall

February 15, 2019 01:07 PM

Some of the rarest US coins ever found are hitting the market, thanks to NC shipwreck

February 14, 2019 03:36 PM

Parents sue Kanye West for using video clip of 4-year-old girl preaching in SC

February 15, 2019 09:12 AM

Lexington police investigating two shootings reported within an hour

February 14, 2019 10:51 PM

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Murray State sophomore Ja Morant’s moves make him top NBA Draft prospect

February 15, 2019 09:16 AM

This Kentucky player’s skills have grabbed, held national attention

February 15, 2019 09:22 AM

Sen. McConnell says Trump will sign spending bill and declare a national emergency

February 15, 2019 10:03 AM

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How No. 5 Kentucky and No. 1 Tennessee match up — with a game prediction

Sports

How No. 5 Kentucky and No. 1 Tennessee match up — with a game prediction

February 15, 2019 11:38 AM

Calipari vs. Pitino: They’re neck and neck in win percentage at Kentucky

February 15, 2019 01:44 PM

Orange alert: ‘Perfect storm’ blows into Rupp Arena on Saturday

February 14, 2019 02:36 PM

This five-star recruit might be most likely addition to UK’s frontcourt next season

February 14, 2019 02:25 PM

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Kentucky House passes solar power bill, with changes that could lead to showdown

Local

Kentucky House passes solar power bill, with changes that could lead to showdown

February 15, 2019 01:33 PM

Should Kentucky’s struggling third graders be held back? Some educators urge caution.

February 14, 2019 11:20 AM

‘Abhorrent behavior.’ Fayette County Schools officials investigating social media posts.

February 14, 2019 06:45 PM

Emotions run high as Kentucky Senate approves stringent anti-abortion bill

February 14, 2019 02:11 PM

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Which new restaurant is coming to the former Julep Cup space in The Woodlands?

Business

Which new restaurant is coming to the former Julep Cup space in The Woodlands?

February 15, 2019 09:23 AM

Paradise no more. TVA votes to close iconic coal-burning power plant in Kentucky.

February 14, 2019 11:09 AM

Pazzo’s, Magee’s Bakery, Texas de Brazil, Sonic, Qdoba and more on probation

February 15, 2019 06:45 AM

A solar power grab. An obsolete coal plant. Here’s why politicians hold Kentucky back.

February 14, 2019 10:08 AM

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Killing solar jobs, businesses in Kentucky would not be conservative

Opinion

Killing solar jobs, businesses in Kentucky would not be conservative

February 14, 2019 07:51 PM

Joel Pett says last call for bad call!

February 14, 2019 12:06 PM

‘Not true.’ Equine vet responds to lawsuit over X-rays at Keeneland horse sales

February 14, 2019 10:42 AM

Joel Pett on the legislature’s valentine to the solar industry

February 13, 2019 02:35 PM

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In Depth

In Depth

Mitch McConnell is a 2020 target but Democrats don’t yet have anyone to take him on

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is a prime target for Democrats, but they don’t yet have anyone who is running against him

Blogs & Columns

LSU fans can buy t-shirt commemorating ‘The Tip’

February 14, 2019 10:39 PM

Why LSU may have best path to SEC tourney’s top seed

February 14, 2019 02:21 PM

Is this a chink in Tennessee basketball’s armor?

February 14, 2019 10:31 AM

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of Feb. 11, 2019

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of Feb. 11, 2019

February 15, 2019 11:47 AM

61st Grammy Awards

61st Grammy Awards

February 11, 2019 08:23 AM

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of Feb. 4 2019

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of Feb. 4 2019

February 05, 2019 12:34 PM

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TV

TV

‘Top Chef’ Kentucky: ‘Somebody’s going home for a good dish’ after Ali dinner

One chef goes back to his roots for a victory while another’s luck finally runs out.

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Which new restaurant is coming to the former Julep Cup space in The Woodlands?

Restaurant News & Reviews

Which new restaurant is coming to the former Julep Cup space in The Woodlands?

February 15, 2019 09:23 AM

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He played The Dame in 2004 and he still has the concert poster. Now he’s coming to Rupp.

Music News & Reviews

He played The Dame in 2004 and he still has the concert poster. Now he’s coming to Rupp.

February 15, 2019 08:33 AM

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