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How a stressed out Kentucky social worker accused the wrong father of child abuse

A Rineyville father was surprised when police gave him a summons for abusing of one of his daughters. It was wrong.

September 20, 2019 9:52 AM

Fayette schools change ‘In God We Trust’ dollar bill display. New criticism occurs.

Education

Fayette schools change ‘In God We Trust’ dollar bill display. New criticism occurs.

September 19, 2019 5:23 PM

Bevin discloses purpose of 148 trips on state plane, bowing to media pressure

Politics & Government

Bevin discloses purpose of 148 trips on state plane, bowing to media pressure

September 19, 2019 7:05 PM

Police: Woman facing multiple murder charges after crash that killed three in Lexington

Crime

Police: Woman facing multiple murder charges after crash that killed three in Lexington

September 19, 2019 4:41 PM

Kentucky county gave this company $400,000. Now, officials plan to sue its leaders.

Kentucky

Kentucky county gave this company $400,000. Now, officials plan to sue its leaders.

September 19, 2019 2:54 PM

‘People are heart sick about it.’ Massive development planned for KY golf course.

Jessamine County

‘People are heart sick about it.’ Massive development planned for KY golf course.

September 19, 2019 11:38 AM

‘Abused his power.’ Court considers if death penalty OK for suspects in UK student’s killing

Crime

‘Abused his power.’ Court considers if death penalty OK for suspects in UK student’s killing

September 19, 2019 12:34 PM

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Girl dies in freak bike accident on 9th birthday, Kentucky sheriff says

September 19, 2019 8:14 PM

Rupp announces Winter Jam R&B concert with Xscape, Tamar Braxton, Blackstreet

September 19, 2019 4:43 PM

Man accused of charging at Lexington police officer, taking his gun belt during arrest

September 19, 2019 1:52 PM

Accused of sexually abusing ‘several’ juveniles, Kentucky man reportedly arrested in Belize

September 19, 2019 1:19 PM

Luke Combs is coming back to Rupp Arena. Here’s how to get tickets

September 19, 2019 11:42 AM

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Rineyville family reacts to false child abuse summons

September 20, 2019 9:51 AM

New bar built in former Texaco gas station on Leestown Road

September 20, 2019 9:06 AM

UK football coach Mark Stoops addresses Kash Daniel’s status

September 19, 2019 7:00 PM

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UK vs. Mississippi State predictions: Bulldogs have a big rusher, but bigger worries exist

Sports

UK vs. Mississippi State predictions: Bulldogs have a big rusher, but bigger worries exist

September 20, 2019 7:31 AM

Podcast: Kentucky football looking to bounce back at Mississippi State

September 20, 2019 8:56 AM

‘He’ll be out there Saturday.’ Kentucky linebacker Kash Daniel won’t face suspension.

September 19, 2019 5:38 PM

Calipari expected to see in-state basketball recruit soon. ‘They are very interested.’

September 20, 2019 7:14 AM

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Fayette follows dozens of Kentucky counties in issuing burn ban after no rain for weeks

Local

Fayette follows dozens of Kentucky counties in issuing burn ban after no rain for weeks

September 19, 2019 10:24 AM

Suspect in Lexington bomb threats wants out of jail. Prosecutor says it’s too dangerous

September 19, 2019 11:45 AM

Cameron and Stumbo battling for cash in KY attorney general’s race. Cameron has more.

September 19, 2019 10:05 AM

Mystery headliner at Opera House Secret Session concert revealed. Did you guess right?

September 19, 2019 10:35 AM

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‘Middle of the herd’ no more: Amazon tackles climate change

Business

‘Middle of the herd’ no more: Amazon tackles climate change

September 19, 2019 7:16 PM

The water on these airlines is so dirty you shouldn’t wash your hands, expert says

September 19, 2019 3:50 PM

US opens probe of steering problems, welds in Jeep Wranglers

September 20, 2019 8:09 AM

AP Source: GM’s offer to UAW would add lower-paying jobs

September 19, 2019 8:50 PM

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‘Grace, caring, understanding:’ How to respond to the opioid crisis

Opinion

‘Grace, caring, understanding:’ How to respond to the opioid crisis

September 19, 2019 2:32 PM

Thank you to those who honor Betsy Fishback and breast cancer research

September 19, 2019 2:40 PM

Joel Pett: Watch Matt Bevin ride the ‘state plane’

September 19, 2019 1:19 PM

Lexington Convention Center, others need to join UK, Transy in supporting local food

September 18, 2019 3:33 PM

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Facing pressure, McConnell backs money for election security

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell agrees to spend $250 million on election security as Republicans and Democrats pressure him to take up election security measures to protect voting systems from foreign government interference

Blogs & Columns

Podcast: Kentucky football looking to bounce back at Mississippi State

September 20, 2019 8:56 AM

Kentucky football has a short-yardage problem

September 16, 2019 8:37 AM

Podcast: Not a pleasant task, but reviewing Kentucky’s agonizing loss to Florida

September 15, 2019 5:35 PM

Restaurant News & Reviews

Could this bar, named one of the best in America, be one of Lexington’s best-kept secrets?

Ona had only been open about a year when Esquire named it one of the 21 best bars in America. From the team behind County Club and Pearl’s, Ona is a hidden downtown gem with a signature that isn’t bourbon.

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Weekend musts: 4 Central Ky. festival traditions, county star playing a Secret Session

Stage & Dance

Weekend musts: 4 Central Ky. festival traditions, county star playing a Secret Session

September 19, 2019 6:45 AM

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Adam Carolla visits Ky. podcasting, bartering for food and shelter with bourbon

TV

Adam Carolla visits Ky. podcasting, bartering for food and shelter with bourbon

September 19, 2019 11:18 AM

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