In the aftermath of a cargo plane crash that has led to at least nine deaths, Gov. Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency and said recovery efforts are still underway.
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The impeached mayor of London, Kentucky, is back on the job after a court overturned his removal from office. Randall Weddle appealed the decision earlier this month by the London City Council to oust him as mayor.
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With food insecurity rising, Kentucky continues to aggressively investigate individuals on fraud allegations, with some legal experts claiming they rely too much on faulty evidence.
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Daviess County Public Library is facing an ongoing campaign from local Christian conservatives and Christian Nationalists seeking changes in how it handles certain materials. Some of the more vocal activists argue their recommendations better protect children from harmful or inappropriate material, but opponents fear it's the start of a more extensive effort to restrict or remove materials relating to sexuality, gender identity, human anatomy, race, and diversity.
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Carp have increasingly become a nuisance in waterways across the country. A southern Kentucky high school teacher and his students are using the invasive fish to feed injured raptors, like bald eagles, vultures and hawks.
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State officials in Appalachia have labeled low-head dams as public safety hazards, with some even being responsible for deaths. But some community members are hesitant to have the fixtures removed.
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The National Association of the Deaf is celebrating a legal victory against the White House. A judge ordered ASL for briefings conducted by the press secretary or President Trump.
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At issue is whether the president can bypass Congress and impose tariffs by citing national security.
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The red pigments in some fall leaves have proven to be a puzzle for researchers who debate why leaves bother to go red.
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Democrats enjoyed major wins beyond just the marquee races, up and down the ballot — and across the country — continuing the party's momentum heading into the 2026 midterm elections.
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The 2025 elections were good to Democrats with wins in several major races, including governor's races in two states. And, the ongoing government shutdown is now the longest in U.S. history.
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