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      • Covering Kentucky
        Autopsy results returned in Jayden Spicer case, pretrial conference continued
        WLEX Web Staff
        Covering Kentucky
        Police chase leads to arrest of man wanted in connection to stabbing
        Rosemary Kelley
        Covering Kentucky
        New details emerge in deadly Paris police pursuit and shooting
        Kayleigh Randle
        Covering Kentucky
        Man killed in officer-involved shooting had lengthy criminal record across KY
        Leigh Searcy
        Daily Forecast
        More great fall weather to close out the week
        T.G. Shuck
        Covering Kentucky
        Planning Commission recommends denial of East High Street rezoning proposal
        WLEX Web Staff
        Covering Kentucky
        LFUCC passes ordinances regulating zoning and language surrounding data centers
        Rosemary Kelley
        Covering Kentucky
        Fire reported at Lexington Papa John’s; no injuries
        WLEX Web Staff
        Covering Kentucky
        Fayette clerk urges voters to review sample ballots before Election Day
        WLEX Web Staff
      • Police tape crime scene tape

        Covering Kentucky

        Frankfort police seize more than $55,000 in alleged illegal gambling proceeds

        WLEX Web Staff
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        Covering Kentucky

        Paintsville police investigating death, say no threat to public safety

        WLEX Web Staff
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        Covering Kentucky

        Kentucky Ballet Theatre marks 25 years of 'Dracula' at the Lexington Opera House

        Annie Brown
      • National News

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          Newly identified dinosaur was a slimmer, more maneuverable cousin to T. rex

          Scripps News Group
        • Trader Joe's

          Trader Joe’s is expanding: 30 new locations planned in 16 states

          Scripps News Group
        • Government Shutdown

          Interactive: Free National Parks Day is Tuesday! Which one will you visit?


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        Covering Kentucky

        Dembo ad ties Alvarado to former Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin

        Karolina Buczek
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        Covering Kentucky

        Program helps young adults aging out of foster care build independence

        Ana Medina
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        Covering Kentucky

        Former sheriff wins temporary pause of second mental evaluation

        WLEX Web Staff
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        Covering Kentucky

        Man charged with murder in fatal Mt. Sterling hit-and-run arraigned

        WLEX Web Staff
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        In Your Community

        Kentucky's deadline for requesting a mail-in absentee ballot just hours away

        Alex Barber
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        Covering Kentucky

        29 years later, family still seeks answers in disappearance of Lydia Perkins

        Leigh Searcy
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        Covering Kentucky

        Boil water advisory issued after vandalism causes $50K in damage

        WLEX Web Staff
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        Covering Kentucky

        Actor known as the ‘King of Tubi’ arrested on DUI charge in Kentucky

        WLEX Web Staff
        Christmas Tree

        Covering Kentucky

        Lexington seeks donor for downtown Christmas tree

        WLEX Web Staff
      • Fans, Redskins

        Sports

        Descendants of chief who inspired 'Redskins' logo seek return of former name

        Scripps
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        Daily Forecast

        Sunshine and pleasant fall temperatures stick around all week

        Abby Summers
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        Covering Kentucky

        Video to play key role in case of woman accused of driving into Lexington crowd

        Michael Berk
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        BBN Tonight

        Kentucky Men's Basketball ranked No. 23 in Preseason AP Poll

        Sierra Newton
        Walk to End Alzheimer's

        Covering Kentucky

        Lexington Walk to End Alzheimer's raises awareness, support for families

        WLEX Web Staff
        Sensory friendly Halloween Event in Berea

        Covering Kentucky

        Sensory-friendly Halloween event for children with special needs in Berea

        Larry Smith
      • MEASLES

        Covering Kentucky

        Kentucky measles cases rise to 174; hospitalizations increase to 10

        WLEX Web Staff
        Fatal Crash

        Covering Kentucky

        Letcher County man killed in two-vehicle crash on KY 15, KSP says

        WLEX Web Staff
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        Covering Kentucky

        Fayette County voters have until Tuesday night to request absentee ballots

        WLEX Web Staff
      • Cranberry Ale-8-One

        Covering Kentucky

        Ale-8-One debuts new Cranberry flavor for the holiday season

        WLEX Web Staff
        Rob Larkin

        Covering Kentucky

        Lexington emergency management director to retire

        WLEX Web Staff
        Tow truck

        Covering Kentucky

        Kentucky drivers reminded to slow down, move over for roadside workers

        WLEX Web Staff
      • Allergy Season

        Covering Kentucky

        How to tell the difference between allergies and respiratory illnesses

        Sydney St. Claire
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        Daily Forecast

        Beautiful Fall Weather this Week

        Tom Ackerman
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        Daily Forecast

        An abundance of sunshine ahead

        Emily McKinney
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        BBN Tonight

        Kentucky Football moves up to No. 12 in AP Top 25 Poll

        Sierra Newton
        Paws 4 the Cause auctioning signed UK basketball after Barktoberfest falls short of fundraising goal

        Covering Kentucky

        Rescue auctioning off signed UK basketball

        Molly Demrow
        Henrico Police Lights Night Generic

        Covering Kentucky

        Police: Teen charged with murder after man killed at North Corbin gas station

        LEX 18 News
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        Daily Forecast

        Frosty start to Sunday before sunshine and warmer weather return

        Abby Summers
        Trump

        Covering Kentucky

        President Trump rallies Kentucky Republicans in campaign stop

        WLEX Web Staff
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        BBN Tonight

        No. 15 Kentucky Football keeps the wins rolling through Norman, 21

        Sierra Newton
      • President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally at Truist Arena, Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, in Highland Heights, Ky.

        Covering Kentucky

        Gov. Beshear responds to Trump's Highland Heights rally in Kentucky

        WLEX Web Staff
        Day of Share connects Lexington families with free health services, community resources

        Covering Kentucky

        Day of Share gives back in Lexington

        Molly Demrow
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        Best of the Bluegrass

        Breeder's Cup style with Christine Moore

        Jennifer Palumbo
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        Best of the Bluegrass

        Audiology Awareness Month with Bluegrass Hearing Clinic

        Jennifer Palumbo
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        Best of the Bluegrass

        Kentucky veteran celebrates 101st birthday

        Jennifer Palumbo
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        Best of the Bluegrass

        Ronald McDonald House "Just Imagine" Capital Campaign

        Jennifer Palumbo
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        Best of the Bluegrass

        Winning looks for men with Logan's at Lexington Green

        Jennifer Palumbo
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        Best of the Bluegrass

        Small business in Lexington celebrates a big honor

        Jennifer Palumbo
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        Daily Forecast

        Frost and Freeze Warnings tonight before sunshine returns Sunday

        Abby Summers
      • Scott County barn fire destroys a man's livelihood and prized horses

        Covering Kentucky

        Barn fire destroys a Scott County man's livelihood, killing prized horses

        Carlee Hogsten
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        BBN Tonight

        BBN Flocks to Norman in a 3-1 Win for No. 4 Kentucky against Oklahoma

        Noah Cierzan
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        BBN Tonight

        Kentucky basketball opens season with exhibition win, 69-49 vs. Little Rock

        Maggie Davis
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