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More than a dozen Kentucky cities will participate in nationwide protests Saturday against President Donald Trump’s massive military parade. The nationwide "No Kings" protests coincide with the military parade in Washington D.C. to celebrate the Army’s 250th anniversary, which falls on President Trump’s birthday.

Protesters are decrying the ICE detention of an 18-year-old Bowling Green resident weeks after his graduation.

With around 1,000 students displaced and its three newest dorms slated for either demolition or repairs, Western Kentucky University plans to take a more involved role in the construction of new residence halls.

The director of the Bowling Green-based International Center of Kentucky is raising concerns about the federal travel ban on 12 countries.

The Green River District Health Department is based in Owensboro and serves residents and communities in the counties of Daviess, Hancock, Henderson, McLean, Ohio, Union, and Webster.

Western Kentucky University’s governing board has approved a resolution stating the school will comply with House Bill 4, which takes effect this month. The mandate approved in the Republican-dominant General Assembly eliminates diversity,equity and inclusion initiatives in higher education.

Historic rainfall in early April caused flooding that killed seven people, damaged homes and businesses, and forced evacuations. Federal officials approved 37 counties for eligibility for federal aid, including the counties of Butler, Daviess, Hardin, Hart, and Warren, as well as multiple counties in western Kentucky.

Individuals affected by severe flooding during torrential rainfall in April now have until July 25 to apply for FEMA assistance.

Gov. Andy Beshear is renewing his call for universal pre-K in Kentucky. This time, he’s harnessing the power of education and business leaders in an effort to influence reluctant state lawmakers.

A Bowling Green-based non-profit has been awarded a $750,000 grant to expand its workforce training programs for refugees.

Jurors delivered the verdict not long after they began deliberations Friday in Bowling Green. He was sentenced to 17 years in prison.

The mobile clinic will be equipped to provide immunizations, WIC enrollment, and harm reduction services.