The Latest Breaking News from Kentucky

Attorney General’s Office touting Election Fraud Hotline

Kentucky's primary election is just around the corner, and Attorney General Daniel Cameron is reminding Kentuckians of an Election Fraud hotline that allows people to report possible violations.

WEKU · May 12, 2023

Biden administration approves major disaster declaration in Kentucky for Feb. storms

22 Kentucky counties are covered by the new declaration

WEKU · May 11, 2023

Kentucky State Board of Agriculture names new state veterinarian

Dr. Steve Velasco was selected by the Kentucky State Board of Agriculture and was announced on Tuesday.

WEKU · May 11, 2023

Madison County Primary ballot includes alcohol sales expansion question

The Primary Election ballots in many Kentucky counties will not see a large list of contests. For many, the G-O-P primary for governor is the marquee race. In one central Kentucky county, voters will be asked to allow alcohol sales from one county line to the other.

WEKU · May 8, 2023

Longtime central Kentucky banker doesn’t expect bank failures to spread to the commonwealth

A New York Times article with the headline “Smaller banks are scrambling as share prices plunge” might have some Kentucky bankers, customers and investors worried. However, John Soper who spent 43 years in the banking industry in central Kentucky, said Kentucky banks should be OK ...

WEKU · May 8, 2023

String of horse deaths before the Kentucky Derby reignites scrutiny about the sport

Seven horses died in the lead-up to the final race of the Kentucky Derby. Churchill Downs, home to the Derby, is launching an investigation into the fatalities.

WEKU · May 7, 2023

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes hits up F1 Miami Grand Prix after Kentucky Derby appearance

#Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes continues his offseason tour with a pit stop at the Formula 1 Grand Prix in Miami, Florida.

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 7, 2023

Kentucky GOP aims for strong matchup versus Dem Gov. Beshear

As Kentucky’s GOP primary campaign sprints toward the finish line, some Republicans are already looking ahead to the November election

The Independent UK · May 7, 2023

Mage’s Victory Provides Thrilling End to Tragic Week at Churchill Downs

A horse with 15-1 odds ridden by a jockey who’d never won the Kentucky Derby in 15 tries could only momentarily distract from a concerning string of deaths leading up to the race.

Sports Illustrated · May 7, 2023

WATCH: Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes delivers ‘riders up’ call at Kentucky Derby

If you missed #Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes calling "riders up" at the Kentucky Derby due to severe weather alerts, we've got you covered:

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 6, 2023