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Horse Deaths Raise Questions Ahead of the Kentucky Derby

Four racehorses have died leading up to this week’s festivities, casting a shadow over the sport as it tries to celebrate its biggest week of the year.

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McDonald’s franchises fined for child labor violations

Federal officials say two 10-year-olds are among the 300 children who worked at a McDonald’s restaurants in Kentucky with no or little pay

The Independent UK

US investigation uncovers two 10-year-olds working at Kentucky McDonald’s

Investigation also found three franchises in four states employed a total of 305 children working more than legally permitted hours

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Two southeastern Kentucky county clerks predicting low Primary Election turnout

Kentucky voters will cast ballots in two weeks in this year’s Primary Election. County clerks from two southeastern Kentucky counties anticipate low voter turnout.

WEKU

Two weeks until Kentucky’s statewide primaries

Welcome to the Tuesday, May 2, Brew.

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Ozone season in Kentucky means burning restrictions in eight counties

May first marks the beginning of ozone season across the Commonwealth. For people living in eight Kentucky counties, that means some outdoor burning restrictions are in place to protect air quality.

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Kentucky Derby Post Position Draw Sets Todd Pletcher’s Three Horses as Favorites

The longtime trainer arrives to Churchill Downs with the strongest hand, including two favorites and an undefeated contender.

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As 149th Derby nears, Kentucky prepares for sports betting

A recently signed bill by Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear will allow Kentucky’s horse racing tracks to be licensed as sports betting facilities, which proponents and the industry hope will bring a new demographic of bettors to its track

The Independent UK

U.S. Army grounds aviators for training after fatal crashes

The U.S. Army has grounded the units after 12 soldiers died within the last month in helicopter crashes in Alaska and Kentucky, the military branch announced Friday.

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US Army grounds non-critical mission aviators following two fatal crashes

Twelve servicemen killed in separate crashes in Alaska and Kentucky

The Independent UK

Recent U.S. military helicopter crashes in training missions

There have been three U.S. military helicopter crashes and a rollover recorded so far this year, in Alabama, Kentucky, and Alaska

The Independent UK

10 States with the Lowest Sales Tax in 2026

Living in one of the lowest sales tax states doesn't always mean you'll pay less.

Kiplinger

An April tradition: The Three-Day Event at the Kentucky Horse Park

For the 44th time, riders and horses from around the world have come to central Kentucky. The Kentucky Horse Park once again is playing host to the Three-Day Event.

WEKU

Today’s Interview: Kentucky Treasurer Allison Ball on improving financial literacy

An interview with Kentucky Treasurer Allison Ball

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UK political scientist says it can be difficult to distinguish primary candidates on platform issue

With the 2023 Primary Election about two and half weeks away, there’s still a great deal of campaigning ahead. A central Kentucky political scientist anticipates more negative ads.

The Independent UK

Rising GOP star embroiled in tough Kentucky primary fight

Flagged as a rising Republican star, Daniel Cameron could have taken a cautious approach and run for reelection as Kentucky's attorney general

Chicago Sun-Times

Dining Out? Kentucky Derby watch parties, Cinco de Mayo offerings at area eateries

Your ultimate guide to eating out in Chicago. Highlights of the area eateries’ openings, new menus and special events and more.

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Human trafficking is a concern in the lead up to the Kentucky Derby

Officials warn there also could be an increase in human trafficking as the Kentucky Derby approaches.

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‘OAK’ advocating for community-supported agriculture in Kentucky

Agriculture is an important part of life in Kentucky. A group known as OAK is trying to make it easier to buy ag products near where they’re grown.

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Hazard nonprofit to receive leadership award for post-flood work

Thursday night, employees of a Hazard nonprofit will be recognized for their work in four eastern Kentucky counties after last July’s floods.

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Jewish Moroccan music featured in Lexington this weekend

Jewish-Muslim musical works are being performed this week in central Kentucky. The week concludes with a concert at a Lexington synagogue.

Daily Mirror

Woman makes $28k in two years thanks to neighbour's dumped rubbish outside their homes

Emily Marlett, from Louisville, Kentucky, has turned her hobby of upcycling unwanted furniture into a successful business using her woodworking skills in a 'rewarding' process

WEKU

Lexington to feature a number of bike activities in May

As April moves into May outdoor activities are likely to be on the increase in central Kentucky. That includes a variety of biking opportunities.

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Today's Interview: Kentucky poet laureate Silas House

Stan Ingold speaks with Silas House about his appointment as poet laureate

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Kentucky to hold statewide primary on May 16

The statewide primary election for Kentucky is on May 16, 2023. The filing deadline to run passed on Jan. 6. Candidates are running in elections for the following offices:

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