The Latest Breaking News from Lexington

LexCount search for homeless persons aims to help

Lexington’s annual snapshot of homeless persons, called Lex Count, took place late Wednesday night.

WEKU · Jan 26, 2023

John Clay: Antonio Reeves’ instant offense has been a key to Kentucky's win streak

LEXINGTON, Ky. — There’s a difference between a shooter and a scorer.

Tribune News Service · Jan 26, 2023

Lexington Council gets update on housing stabilization changes

During the pandemic, Lexington has spent more than $41 million in direct rental and utility assistance. The city has almost $16 million left in federal funding. However, changes are coming next week to try to ensure the assistance is not depleted by this summer.

WEKU · Jan 25, 2023

Lexington Council continues to explore more civic engagement options

Lexington city leaders continue to investigate ways to enhance civic engagement in and around urban county government. Members of the General Government and Planning Council Committee got a final report from Richard Young of CivicLex this week.

WEKU · Jan 20, 2023

Mark Story: The drive to keep alive an epic Kentucky basketball streak

LEXINGTON, Ky. — On March 9, 1963, John F. Kennedy was about to complete his 26th month as President of the United States.

Tribune News Service · Jan 20, 2023

City seeking applications from gun violence reduction-focused organizations

The city of Lexington is accepting applications for government funds to help reduce gun violence among area youth. The Gun Violence Prevention Grant program is supported with $50,000 from the city.

WEKU · Jan 19, 2023

John Clay: How a Marvel movie performance saved Kentucky's teetering season

LEXINGTON, Ky. — There comes a moment in every college basketball team’s season in which the boat is rocking. It’s either going to capsize, throwing everyone into the water, or it’s going to find its way upright and into smoother sailing ahead.

Tribune News Service · Jan 19, 2023

Officials cut the ribbon for new affordable housing for seniors in Lexington

Lexington public and private interests continue their efforts to increase affordable housing in Fayette County. Officials gathered for a ribbon cutting Wednesday at Polo Club Park Apartments.

WEKU · Jan 18, 2023

First Lexington Council meeting with six new members held at City Hall

The first meeting of the Lexington City Council is in the books. It could be characterized as a “get to know you and the process” work session.

WEKU · Jan 18, 2023

Thousands commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King Junior at 50th Anniversary Event in Lexington

The legacy of Civil Rights Leader Martin Luther King Junior was celebrated in Fayette County on Monday. This year marked the 50th-anniversary commemoration in downtown Lexington.

WEKU · Jan 17, 2023