Education
Fayette schools created a new budget committee in January. It’s only met 3 times.
Updated July 6, 2026 at 11:36 AM
Reality Check
A Lexington Herald-Leader series focused on bringing truth and transparency to local news and sports events. This newsroom-wide project delivers fast facts about the issues that matter to Kentuckians to hold officials and institutions accountable.
Politics & Government
Can Thomas Massie run as a write-in or independent candidate? What KY law says
May 21, 2026 at 2:43 PM
Education
Beshear puts ‘some pressure’ on UK leadership. Can he actually make changes?
Updated May 27, 2026 at 7:38 AM
State
As black lung surged, federal delays risked toxic dust buildup in Appalachia
May 11, 2026 at 5:00 AM
Politics & Government
Fayette election officials say they can’t remove school board chair from ballot
April 23, 2026 at 11:29 AM
Politics & Government
Beshear criticized UK’s process for appointing new law school dean. How does it work?
April 22, 2026 at 2:10 PM
Education
FCPS police chief emphasizes school remained safe during incident with gun on campus
Updated April 22, 2026 at 2:16 PM
Politics & Government
Beshear fears ‘partisan donors’ are influencing UK. Who’s he talking about?
Updated April 24, 2026 at 8:45 AM
Education
Fayette School Board member files for reelection. Does law make him ineligible?
Updated April 15, 2026 at 3:07 PM
Crime
Investigative file into fatal Kentucky police shooting details critical missteps
Updated April 14, 2026 at 11:34 PM
Business
Lexington’s tourism agency spends big on bonuses, expenses. Does it pay off?
April 13, 2026 at 11:35 AM
Education
Deficiency, weakness, misstatement were identified in FCPS audit. What it means.
April 13, 2026 at 5:00 AM
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