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The new Kentucky coach is bringing fresh ideas and an abundance of youthful energy to a Wildcats program
New coach Will Stein is giving Kentucky football a ‘modern’ sheen
The new Kentucky coach is bringing fresh ideas and an abundance of youthful energy to a Wildcats program
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January 20, 2026 at 10:30 AM
The new Kentucky coach is bringing fresh ideas and an abundance of youthful energy to a Wildcats program
The process would address past criticisms of urban service boundary expansions being untransparent and ill-researched.
Lexington council to consider plan to regularly assess growth boundary for expansion
The process would address past criticisms of urban service boundary expansions being untransparent and ill-researched.
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January 20, 2026 at 10:20 AM
The process would address past criticisms of urban service boundary expansions being untransparent and ill-researched.
Money, a political base and President Donald Trump — these are the factors at play in Kentucky’s high-profile GOP primary race.
State of the KY Senate race: Barr, Cameron & Morris’ paths to the GOP nomination
Money, a political base and President Donald Trump — these are the factors at play in Kentucky’s high-profile GOP primary race.
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January 20, 2026 at 10:10 AM
Money, a political base and President Donald Trump — these are the factors at play in Kentucky’s high-profile GOP primary race.
Cathie Wood shares her latest outlook on the U.S.
Cathie Wood sends blunt 3-word message on stock outlook in 2026
Cathie Wood shares her latest outlook on the U.S.
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January 20, 2026 at 8:40 AM
Cathie Wood shares her latest outlook on the U.S.
Looking to increase your step count in 2026? These daily walking essentials like hand warmers, good sneakers and more will keep you going.
10 Essentials That’ll Actually Make You Want to Walk Daily
Looking to increase your step count in 2026? These daily walking essentials like hand warmers, good sneakers and more will keep you going.
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January 20, 2026 at 8:30 AM
Looking to increase your step count in 2026? These daily walking essentials like hand warmers, good sneakers and more will keep you going.
Anna Clay Denton and Addi Combs are Division I softball commits and team leaders for the 13-3 basketball Generals.
Softball players add grit to Lafayette’s quest for another district hoops title
Anna Clay Denton and Addi Combs are Division I softball commits and team leaders for the 13-3 basketball Generals.
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January 20, 2026 at 5:40 AM
Anna Clay Denton and Addi Combs are Division I softball commits and team leaders for the 13-3 basketball Generals.
The demonstration came hours after KKK fliers were discovered in nearby downtown neighborhoods.
‘Something positive.’ Hundreds brave cold to celebrate MLK Jr. with Lexington march
The demonstration came hours after KKK fliers were discovered in nearby downtown neighborhoods.
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January 20, 2026 at 4:10 AM
The demonstration came hours after KKK fliers were discovered in nearby downtown neighborhoods.
A spokesperson for the district would not confirm whether the public allegations were the cause of the termination.
KY school district fires coach under investigation following ‘grooming’ allegations
A spokesperson for the district would not confirm whether the public allegations were the cause of the termination.
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January 20, 2026 at 3:50 AM
A spokesperson for the district would not confirm whether the public allegations were the cause of the termination.
After missing on multiple top WR transfer targets, Will Stein closed UK’s portal class with two key additions at the position.
What to know about receiver transfers Will Stein added to UK football roster
After missing on multiple top WR transfer targets, Will Stein closed UK’s portal class with two key additions at the position.
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January 20, 2026 at 1:30 AM
After missing on multiple top WR transfer targets, Will Stein closed UK’s portal class with two key additions at the position.
“The fact that they’re doing it in the middle of the night shows how much of cowards they really are.”
Lexington neighborhood littered with KKK fliers ahead of MLK Jr. downtown march
“The fact that they’re doing it in the middle of the night shows how much of cowards they really are.”
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January 20, 2026 at 1:20 AM
“The fact that they’re doing it in the middle of the night shows how much of cowards they really are.”
Kentucky drops back out of the top 10 after beating Florida at home and losing to Mississippi State on the road.
On the outside looking in: Kentucky falls out of the top 10 in AP poll
Kentucky drops back out of the top 10 after beating Florida at home and losing to Mississippi State on the road.
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January 20, 2026 at 1:10 AM
Kentucky drops back out of the top 10 after beating Florida at home and losing to Mississippi State on the road.
Where fans can watch, listen to and follow Wednesday’s men’s SEC basketball game between Mark Pope’s Wildcats and Sean Miller’s Longhorns.
Where to watch, how to follow the Kentucky men’s basketball game vs. Texas
Where fans can watch, listen to and follow Wednesday’s men’s SEC basketball game between Mark Pope’s Wildcats and Sean Miller’s Longhorns.
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January 20, 2026 at 12:50 AM
Where fans can watch, listen to and follow Wednesday’s men’s SEC basketball game between Mark Pope’s Wildcats and Sean Miller’s Longhorns.
Chick-fil-A's well-known "closed on Sundays" policy is already tough for fans to accept.
Chick-fil-A confirms whether it will open on MLK Day
Chick-fil-A's well-known "closed on Sundays" policy is already tough for fans to accept.
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January 20, 2026 at 12:20 AM
Chick-fil-A's well-known "closed on Sundays" policy is already tough for fans to accept.
The demonstration came hours after KKK fliers were discovered in nearby downtown neighborhoods.
‘Something positive.’ Hundreds brave cold to celebrate MLK Jr. with Lexington march
The demonstration came hours after KKK fliers were discovered in nearby downtown neighborhoods.
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January 19, 2026 at 9:50 PM
The demonstration came hours after KKK fliers were discovered in nearby downtown neighborhoods.
A spokesperson for the district would not confirm whether the public allegations were the cause of the termination.
KY school district fires coach under investigation following ‘grooming’ allegations
A spokesperson for the district would not confirm whether the public allegations were the cause of the termination.
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January 19, 2026 at 9:40 PM
A spokesperson for the district would not confirm whether the public allegations were the cause of the termination.
Axios reported that Musk appreciated the candidate’s “anti-establishment” posture and positioning against Sen. Mitch McConnell.
Elon Musk weighs in on Kentucky’s US Senate race with $10M PAC donation
Axios reported that Musk appreciated the candidate’s “anti-establishment” posture and positioning against Sen. Mitch McConnell.
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January 19, 2026 at 8:50 PM
Axios reported that Musk appreciated the candidate’s “anti-establishment” posture and positioning against Sen. Mitch McConnell.
Two weeks of the 2026 legislative session have passed without House Republicans unveiling their executive branch budget proposal.
KY General Assembly Week 2: O budget, where art thou? GOP plan still under wraps
Two weeks of the 2026 legislative session have passed without House Republicans unveiling their executive branch budget proposal.
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January 19, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Two weeks of the 2026 legislative session have passed without House Republicans unveiling their executive branch budget proposal.
After missing on multiple top WR transfer targets, Will Stein closed UK’s portal class with two key additions at the position.
What to know about receiver transfers Will Stein added to UK football roster
After missing on multiple top WR transfer targets, Will Stein closed UK’s portal class with two key additions at the position.
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January 19, 2026 at 7:20 PM
After missing on multiple top WR transfer targets, Will Stein closed UK’s portal class with two key additions at the position.
“The fact that they’re doing it in the middle of the night shows how much of cowards they really are.”
Lexington neighborhood littered with KKK fliers ahead of MLK Jr. downtown march
“The fact that they’re doing it in the middle of the night shows how much of cowards they really are.”
bit.ly
January 19, 2026 at 7:10 PM
“The fact that they’re doing it in the middle of the night shows how much of cowards they really are.”
Kentucky drops back out of the top 10 after beating Florida at home and losing to Mississippi State on the road.
On the outside looking in: Kentucky falls out of the top 10 in AP poll
Kentucky drops back out of the top 10 after beating Florida at home and losing to Mississippi State on the road.
bit.ly
January 19, 2026 at 6:50 PM
Kentucky drops back out of the top 10 after beating Florida at home and losing to Mississippi State on the road.
Where fans can watch, listen to and follow Wednesday’s men’s SEC basketball game between Mark Pope’s Wildcats and Sean Miller’s Longhorns.
Where to watch, how to follow the Kentucky men’s basketball game vs. Texas
Where fans can watch, listen to and follow Wednesday’s men’s SEC basketball game between Mark Pope’s Wildcats and Sean Miller’s Longhorns.
bit.ly
January 19, 2026 at 6:40 PM
Where fans can watch, listen to and follow Wednesday’s men’s SEC basketball game between Mark Pope’s Wildcats and Sean Miller’s Longhorns.
North Carolina, Missouri and Georgia were three of the other states.
Chicken recalled for listeria went to restaurants in Florida and 6 other states
North Carolina, Missouri and Georgia were three of the other states.
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January 19, 2026 at 6:00 PM
North Carolina, Missouri and Georgia were three of the other states.
OpEd: Like most ICE detainees, Cesar has no criminal record. What he does have is a decent job in KY, a loving family, and a baby due in April.
As a witness, I can say our immigration reform is the ‘worst of the worst’ | Opinion
OpEd: Like most ICE detainees, Cesar has no criminal record. What he does have is a decent job in KY, a loving family, and a baby due in April.
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January 19, 2026 at 4:50 PM
OpEd: Like most ICE detainees, Cesar has no criminal record. What he does have is a decent job in KY, a loving family, and a baby due in April.
Lawmakers ask Kentucky officials about occupancy and staffing at state nursing facilities for aging veterans
KY veterans centers gain comfort, lose capacity as they switch to single rooms
Lawmakers ask Kentucky officials about occupancy and staffing at state nursing facilities for aging veterans
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January 19, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Lawmakers ask Kentucky officials about occupancy and staffing at state nursing facilities for aging veterans
Axios reported that Musk appreciated the candidate’s “anti-establishment” posture and positioning against Sen. Mitch McConnell.
Elon Musk weighs in on Kentucky’s US Senate race with $10M PAC donation
Axios reported that Musk appreciated the candidate’s “anti-establishment” posture and positioning against Sen. Mitch McConnell.
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January 19, 2026 at 2:40 PM
Axios reported that Musk appreciated the candidate’s “anti-establishment” posture and positioning against Sen. Mitch McConnell.