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Lost your job because of coronavirus? Here’s how to apply for unemployment in KY.

March 16, 2020 1:30 PM

More Kentucky utility companies suspend disconnects, offer help over COVID-19

March 16, 2020 1:08 PM

Lexington mayor cancels most city meetings, Fayette County Clerk’s office closes Tuesday

March 16, 2020 3:50 PM

At least one new Kentucky coronavirus case found in Louisville. COVID-19 total is 22.

Acting Secretary of the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services Eric Friedlander, left, and Kentucky Department for Public Health Commissioner Dr. Steven Stack, right, listen as Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear speaks during a news conference on COVID-19 or coronavirus at the state Capitol in Frankfort, Ky., Thursday March 5, 2020. — Acting Secretary of the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services Eric Friedlander, left, and Kentucky Department for Public Health Commissioner Dr. Steven Stack, right, listen as Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear speaks during a news conference on COVID-19 or coronavirus at the state Capitol in Frankfort, Ky., Thursday March 5, 2020. Alex Slitz aslitz@herald-leader.com

Keeneland cancels entire spring racing meet; Kentucky Derby decision coming

Keeneland cancels entire spring racing meet; Kentucky Derby decision coming

March 16, 2020 3:28 PM

Dining spots stunned as Beshear orders Ky. bars, restaurants to close dine-in service

Dining spots stunned as Beshear orders Ky. bars, restaurants to close dine-in service

March 16, 2020 10:21 AM

‘We’re new at pandemics like everyone else.’ Lexington gyms alter classes, cleaning

‘We’re new at pandemics like everyone else.’ Lexington gyms alter classes, cleaning

March 16, 2020 4:52 PM

Kentucky’s primary election pushed back until June amid COVID-19 outbreak

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Kentucky’s primary election pushed back until June amid COVID-19 outbreak

The election, which was originally scheduled for May 19, will now be held June 23.

March 16, 2020 5:02 PM

Nobody ordered Lexington’s indoor play areas to close. Families just stopped coming.

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Nobody ordered Lexington’s indoor play areas to close. Families just stopped coming.

March 16, 2020 4:17 PM

Kids on coronavirus break can get free food at 18 Lexington schools, 115 bus stops

Education

Kids on coronavirus break can get free food at 18 Lexington schools, 115 bus stops

March 16, 2020 7:40 AM

Jennifer Palumbo, WLEX anchor, self-quarantines after brief coronavirus exposure.

Education

Jennifer Palumbo, WLEX anchor, self-quarantines after brief coronavirus exposure.

March 16, 2020 3:49 PM

Former Lexington Mayor Gray in quarantine after friend tests positive; says he feels fine

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Former Lexington Mayor Gray in quarantine after friend tests positive; says he feels fine

March 16, 2020 10:31 AM

Catholic Diocese of Lexington to suspend all public masses until further notice

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Catholic Diocese of Lexington to suspend all public masses until further notice

March 16, 2020 11:36 AM

Kentucky closing Capitol to public as coronavirus spreads. Legislature will continue.

Politics & Government

Kentucky closing Capitol to public as coronavirus spreads. Legislature will continue.

March 16, 2020 9:49 AM

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McConnell calls on McGrath to take down political ads as coronavirus cripples Kentucky

March 16, 2020 2:10 PM

New way to try to avoid jail in Lexington? Man claims he has coronavirus, police say

March 16, 2020 3:07 PM

Coronavirus crisis could last well into the summer — July or August, Trump says

March 16, 2020 3:36 PM

How to stay sane during a coronavirus quarantine, and when you should reach out for help

March 16, 2020 5:20 PM

Kentucky Coronavirus Tracker: A map and list of all COVID-19 cases in Kentucky

March 13, 2020 1:56 PM

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Beshear confirms first Kentucky coronavirus death

March 16, 2020 11:44 AM

School buses deliver food to kids while coronavirus pandemic keeps schools closed

March 16, 2020 2:21 PM

How does coronavirus infect people and spread? Some answers

March 16, 2020 10:07 AM

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Through grief, UK basketball’s Jaida Roper played to keep her brother’s name alive

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Through grief, UK basketball’s Jaida Roper played to keep her brother’s name alive

March 16, 2020 3:33 PM

Bubbles burst: Players with Kentucky ties in women’s NCAA Tournament that wasn’t

March 16, 2020 12:32 PM

Who might be Kentucky’s next basketball commitment? Here are 10 recruits to watch.

March 16, 2020 7:45 AM

Former Kentucky star Scott Padgett reportedly out as head coach at Samford

March 16, 2020 3:32 PM

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Brothers told to quit buying supplies in Kentucky to sell during coronavirus outbreak

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Brothers told to quit buying supplies in Kentucky to sell during coronavirus outbreak

March 15, 2020 2:44 PM

Warned ‘worst is yet to come’ with COVID-19, Fayette may enter KY home learning program

March 15, 2020 10:59 AM

Hundreds of Lexington homeless can’t wash their hands. City needs hand sanitizer now.

March 14, 2020 11:09 AM

‘It’s getting goofy.’ Lexington shoppers find long lines, empty toilet paper aisles.

March 13, 2020 4:43 PM

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Takeout from Lexington restaurants? Here’s where to find options from local dining spots

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Takeout from Lexington restaurants? Here’s where to find options from local dining spots

March 16, 2020 3:45 PM

Dining spots scramble as Beshear orders Ky. bars, restaurants to close dine-in service

March 16, 2020 10:21 AM

Chick-fil-A is doing take-out only, closing dining rooms over coronavirus fears

March 16, 2020 8:37 AM

Longtime Lexington restaurant closes; others act to avoid becoming coronavirus collateral

March 13, 2020 4:16 PM

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Joel Pett: Protecting the most vulnerable among us

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Joel Pett: Protecting the most vulnerable among us

March 16, 2020 12:19 PM

‘Facts, not fear. Clean hands. Open hearts.’ Letters to the Editor on coronavirus in KY.

March 16, 2020 11:25 AM

‘People come forth in these times and say, how can we help?’ Some good news amid the bad.

March 15, 2020 11:37 AM

A ‘novel virus’ means we have to take on ‘novel’ new ways of living our lives right now

March 15, 2020 6:35 AM

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Do you have a cold, seasonal flu, coronavirus or just allergies? Here’s how to tell.

The symptoms seem to run together: cough, runny nose, sore throat, fever, aches, sneezing, fatigue. So how can you tell if you have seasonal allergies, a bad cold, the flu or coronavirus? We get answers.

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Reaction says NCAA did right thing canceling tournaments

March 13, 2020 8:08 AM

NCAA makes it official: No fans at men’s and women’s basketball tournament games

March 11, 2020 5:20 PM

Links: Major conference basketball tournaments ready to start, with fans in the stands

March 11, 2020 9:26 AM

Cinemas across U.S. close for pandemic

U.S. movie theaters nationwide are preparing to shut down after President Donald Trump announced new guidelines urging against gatherings of more than 10 because of the coronavirus pandemic, while Hollywood moved to rush some new releases onto home entertainment platforms. Regal Cinema's the national's second largest theater chain, said Monday that would close all cinemas.

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Ticket sales dive at box office; lowest turnout in 20 years

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Ticket sales dive at box office; lowest turnout in 20 years

March 15, 2020 3:48 PM

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Australian TV journalist who met with Rita Wilson has virus

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Australian TV journalist who met with Rita Wilson has virus

March 16, 2020 3:14 AM

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