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        Perry County woman faces federal charges for allegedly firing at DEA agents

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        Fayette County teen indicted on double murder charges in shooting deaths

        Erin Rosas
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        London man accused of shooting mother, assaulting 2 others with a pistol

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        Crime

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        Murder of 10-year-old sparks child protection reform

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        Covering Kentucky

        Free YMCA workshop supports caregivers navigating compassion fatigue

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        Spotlight Series

        $5 million rebuild happening at Fairgrounds after tornado damage

        Drew Amman
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        Covering Kentucky

        Tow truck drivers plan procession to honor Troy Caldwell 1 year after crash

        Annie Brown
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        Kentucky lawmakers demand leadership change at Fayette County Public Schools

        Karolina Buczek
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        Crime

        Tip to Bluegrass Crime Stoppers leads to arrest in connection to burglary

        Rosemary Kelley
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        Covering Kentucky

        Mother of 2003 victim always feared Joshua Cottrell would kill again

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        Covering Kentucky

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        Annual staple allows for creativity, while helping local businesses

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        Daily Forecast

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        KY switches to SAT as state-funded college admissions exam starting spring 2026

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        Juvenile arrested after police chase involving stolen vehicle in Jefferson Co.

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        Retired Lexington sergeant remembered for community dedication after his death

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        London man says he plans to help others after $1.5 million Kentucky Lottery win

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        Officer in Scott County rescues raccoon after it got caught in a fishing lure

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        Crime

        Campbellsville man accused of stabbing his father, police report

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        Fatal motorcycle collision on I-75 in Whitley County leaves 1 dead

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