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People live far shorter lives in some Kentucky counties. See how your county ranks.

Health outcomes and life expectancy vary widely in Kentucky.

March 19, 2019 10:28 AM

The risk of death from this cancer went down in Kentucky after Medicaid expansion

State

The risk of death from this cancer went down in Kentucky after Medicaid expansion

March 19, 2019 11:41 AM

It served Lexington’s movie theater needs for 25 years. Now it’s gone. Here’s what’s coming next

Business

It served Lexington’s movie theater needs for 25 years. Now it’s gone. Here’s what’s coming next

March 18, 2019 04:43 PM

Former lobbyist to pay $15,000 ethics fine. He was already convicted in bribery case.

Politics & Government

Former lobbyist to pay $15,000 ethics fine. He was already convicted in bribery case.

March 18, 2019 05:30 PM

Sire of Triple Crown winner dies suddenly after breeding session

Horses

Sire of Triple Crown winner dies suddenly after breeding session

March 18, 2019 01:11 PM

NCAA women’s bracket leaked early. See where it places Kentucky.

UK Women's Basketball

NCAA women’s bracket leaked early. See where it places Kentucky.

March 18, 2019 04:44 PM

Unvaccinated Kentucky high schooler banned from basketball, school. He sues health department.

Kentucky

Unvaccinated Kentucky high schooler banned from basketball, school. He sues health department.

March 18, 2019 11:24 AM

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Calipari reportedly donates $1 million he received from producers of docuseries

March 19, 2019 10:44 AM

Ford to add 550 new jobs to Louisville truck plant amid ‘surging’ SUV demand

March 19, 2019 09:43 AM

Man found near Lexington park shot to death in the city’s fifth homicide in 2019

March 19, 2019 07:07 AM

She’s OK! First lady of Kentucky falls off back of stage

March 19, 2019 06:35 AM

Former VP candidate Tim Kaine to speak in Louisville

March 19, 2019 04:51 AM

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Kentucky high schooler with disability nails half-court shot

March 19, 2019 12:00 AM

Hottest day records happen twice as often as coldest day ones in U.S.

March 19, 2019 12:00 AM

Kentucky players, coach respond to ESPN’s early leak of NCAA bracket

March 18, 2019 09:30 PM

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He was an athletics director in Kentucky this time last year. Now, his new school is facing UK.

Sports

He was an athletics director in Kentucky this time last year. Now, his new school is facing UK.

March 19, 2019 12:21 PM

Tyler Herro moves even higher up NBA Draft board, and there’s more room to rise

March 19, 2019 10:35 AM

Several of last year’s best basketball recruits didn’t make it to the NCAA Tournament

March 19, 2019 10:00 AM

Here’s the prime factor that protects Kentucky from NCAA tourney upsets

March 18, 2019 05:48 PM

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Grayson County 11-year-old critically injured when hit by SUV while riding bike

Local

Grayson County 11-year-old critically injured when hit by SUV while riding bike

March 18, 2019 10:37 PM

US drug czar says border wall will reduce influx of drugs

March 18, 2019 04:16 PM

Oldham County school bus driver charged with DUI after accident with 33 students on board

March 17, 2019 11:16 AM

Central Ky. woman charged with trying to have her husband killed. He was shot in the face.

March 16, 2019 03:44 PM

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Ford to add 550 new jobs to Louisville truck plant amid ‘surging’ SUV demand

Business

Ford to add 550 new jobs to Louisville truck plant amid ‘surging’ SUV demand

March 19, 2019 09:43 AM

They opened after Morris Book Shop closed. What’s next for Brier Books?

March 18, 2019 01:20 PM

It served Lexington’s movie theater needs for 25 years. Now it’s gone. Here’s what’s coming next

March 18, 2019 04:43 PM

Quarles: Sales of Kentucky hemp products surged in 2018

March 18, 2019 12:57 PM

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‘Six days was enough.’ Education commissioner explains why he asked for ‘sickout’ records.

Opinion

‘Six days was enough.’ Education commissioner explains why he asked for ‘sickout’ records.

March 19, 2019 11:08 AM

After sickening act of hate in New Zealand, time to call out some ugly truths at home

March 18, 2019 12:08 PM

The socialist label is propaganda. Here are some facts to look beyond the illusion.

March 15, 2019 04:28 PM

Forget the ‘Green New Deal.’ Kentucky isn’t ready for socialism.

March 15, 2019 05:18 PM

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Kentucky’s Anthony Davis helped cut down a net after the Wildcats defeated Baylor in the Georgia Dome in 2012 to advance to the NCAA Final Four.

In Depth

In Depth

Ten hot tips to help you win your NCAA Tournament pool

Ten helpful hints designed to help you win your 2019 men’s NCAA basketball tournament pool

Blogs & Columns

NCAA links: Abilene Christian thrilled to be playing Kentucky

March 18, 2019 09:10 AM

CBS broadcast ‘A team’ coming to Columbia, Colonial Life Arena for NCAA Tournament

March 17, 2019 10:05 PM

Kentucky loses an epic SEC semifinal but gets a taste of the drama to come

March 16, 2019 07:31 PM

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of March 11, 2019

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of March 11, 2019

March 13, 2019 06:24 PM

Senior Day victory: Kentucky 66, Florida 57

Senior Day victory: Kentucky 66, Florida 57

March 10, 2019 10:37 AM

Pets for adoption in March 2019

Pets for adoption in March 2019

March 09, 2019 09:28 AM

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Batman

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LexGo

The (other) other Batman: He’s the one you’ve heard for decades but probably never seen.

Kevin Conroy barely knew who Batman was when he walked into an audition nearly 30 years ago. Now Conroy has spent half his life voicing the iconic hero in television shows, movies and video games, starting with ‘Batman: The Animated Series.’

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Pick your favorite on-screen Batman: Do you like your Dark Knight funny or ferocious?

Celebrities

Pick your favorite on-screen Batman: Do you like your Dark Knight funny or ferocious?

March 19, 2019 08:32 AM

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Manchester Music Hall swinging from roots country to post-grunge rock this week

Kentucky

Manchester Music Hall swinging from roots country to post-grunge rock this week

March 19, 2019 08:27 AM

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