Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One app.

Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles. One news app.

The Latest Breaking News from Kentucky

Governor grows more confident about executive action on medical cannabis

During his Team Kentucky briefing on Thursday, Governor Beshear said he feels there will be room to take some executive action on medical marijuana

WEKU · May 6, 2022

Once Again, Churchill Downs Will Ignore The Racist Ties To ‘My Old Kentucky Home’

The controversy behind Kentucky’s state song is again being brought to light, this time from a member of one of the most prominent families in Louisville history.

Sports Illustrated · May 6, 2022

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear Plans To Take Action On Medical Cannabis Despite GOP Opposition

While Kentucky has made strides in the hemp industry, it is still one of the 13 remaining states where cannabis is completely illegal.

Benzinga · May 6, 2022

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

High-profile events like the Kentucky Derby spotlight human trafficking concerns

WEKU · May 6, 2022

At a popular evangelical tourist site, the Ark Encounter, the image of a 'wrathful God' appeals to millions

The Ark Encounter, an evangelical theme park located near Williamstown, Kentucky, has welcomed between 4 million and 5 million visitors since its opening in July 2016. Hundreds of thousands more are sure to visit this summer.

The Conversation · May 6, 2022

Linda Blackford: How every 2022 Kentucky Derby horse got its name. Choosing is tougher than you think.

I have been writing the story about how Kentucky Derby horses got their names since 2001, so I’ve looked at a lot of Thoroughbred names and talked to a lot of owners about how they decide to choose them. On a recent trip to Keeneland, I might have found my…

Tribune News Service · May 6, 2022

Governor Beshear sues state officers over law changing ethics commission selections

Kentucky’s Democratic governor has filed a lawsuit to block a new state law that gives Republican officials the power to appoint the majority of members to an ethics commission.

WEKU · May 6, 2022

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Kentucky officials: Covid will have little impact on big events this weekend.

Kentucky officials are optimistic about the Covid numbers as we head into Derby weekend and Mothers’ Day.

WEKU · May 5, 2022

Keeneland president gives annual pre-Derby address to Lexington Rotarians

The Thursday before the Kentucky Derby tradition continued with the Keeneland Racetrack president addressing Lexington Rotarians.

WEKU · May 5, 2022

An anthem of corrupt Southern nostalgia

White people and institutions need to hit a hard pause and reflect on the Kentucky Derby anthem's history

Salon · May 5, 2022

‘The Big Conn’: How a flashy Kentucky lawyer got caught swindling millions from Social Security

Apple TV+ docuseries recalls the scam that bankrolled Eric C. Conn’s hedonistic lifestyle—and took a toll on hundreds of disabled victims.

Chicago Sun-Times · May 5, 2022

ACLU of KY files federal lawsuit over an alleged violation of religious liberties in KY prisons

The American Civil Liberties Union of Kentucky has filed a federal lawsuit over religious liberty violations in Kentucky prisons. The suit was filed on Friday on behalf of Carlos Thurman who is being held at Eastern Kentucky Correctional Complex in West Liberty.

WEKU · May 5, 2022

Here’s who owns every 2022 Kentucky Derby horse and the road they took to Churchill Downs

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Just getting a contender into the 20-horse Kentucky Derby field is a tall order, much less winning the race.

Tribune News Service · May 5, 2022

Lone Kentucky Public Service Commissioner approves sale of Kentucky Power to Liberty Utilities with conditions

After months of public pushback from lawmakers, and controversy over the approval of nominations to the Kentucky Public Service Commission, on Wednesday the PSC approved the sale of Kentucky Power to Liberty Utilities with conditions. Kentucky Power will be required to set up at least $113.5 million in funds to…

WEKU · May 5, 2022

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

WEKU · May 4, 2022

How to spot human trafficking during large events like the Kentucky Derby

Tribune News Service · May 4, 2022

John Clay: How important are prerace works for Kentucky Derby horses? We asked the experts.

LEXINGTON, Ky. — By dawn’s first light, Churchill Downs was crazy busy last weekend. Kentucky Derby contender after Kentucky Derby contender went to the track for their all-important final major works before the sport’s greatest race this Saturday.

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 4, 2022

Here’s which apps allow you to bet the Kentucky Derby on mobile

Betting on the Kentucky Derby has never been easier.

WEKU · May 4, 2022

Missing Korean War soldier from Eastern Kentucky identified and will be interred in hometown

Officials say the remains of a recently identified eastern Kentucky soldier who was killed in the Korean War will be interred in his hometown of Whitesburg.

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

Sports Illustrated · May 4, 2022

Bob Baffert Won’t Be at the Kentucky Derby, but Racing Still Can’t Shake Him

One of the most successful—and now controversial—trainers received a stark message: No one is bigger than Churchill Downs. But his presence still looms.

Tribune News Service · May 4, 2022

Four stallions have sired multiple contenders in 2022 Kentucky Derby. Meet the fathers.

LEXINGTON, Ky. — When evaluating the field for Saturday’s Kentucky Derby, one of the most important aspects to look at is the background and bloodlines of each horse.

Tribune News Service · May 4, 2022

Where 2022's Kentucky Derby contenders were born and how they made it to Churchill Downs

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Kentucky is not just the "horse capital of the world" because the Kentucky Derby happens to be here. It's the horse capital of the world because almost all the contenders for this signature American classic are born and bred in the commonwealth.

Zenger · May 4, 2022

Oh, Mudder: Rain Could Change The Odds For Saturday’s Kentucky Derby

Atmospheric ‘traffic jam’ will likely produce sloppy conditions at Churchill Downs, impacting horsepower.

WEKU · May 3, 2022

Severe weather possible for central and eastern Kentucky

Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible this afternoon and evening throughout much of central and eastern Kentucky.

WEKU · May 3, 2022

Refugees, evacuees find homes and support in the Ohio Valley

Refugee resettlement agencies in Kentucky and Ohio have helped Afghan parolees, and the region has a long history of resettling people from around the world. From 2020 through 2021, 4,577 refugees resettled in Kentucky, almost half from Democratic Republic of Congo, followed by Cuba and Myanmar. During the same period,…

The Independent UK · May 3, 2022

McConnell attacks Democrats for being insufficiently outraged over Supreme Court leak

Kentucky Republican says justices should ‘tune out the bad-faith noise and feel totally free to do their jobs, following the facts and the law where they lead’

1 … 126 127 128 129

Coverage From

People

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

National Wear Service

Public Service Commission

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Democratic Republic of Congo

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.