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Lexington and Woodford County fire crews responded to a large barn fire in the 5000 block of Old Frankfort Pike in Fayette County just after 2:30 p.m. Friday. Heavy smoke and flames were visible on arrival, and the blaze was upgraded to a working structure fire; all horses were out of the barn. Crews are operating defensively to protect nearby areas, with water being shuttled in because of limited supplies.
Lexington police are preparing for a busy weekend as Kentucky takes on LSU at Kroger Field. More than 100 safety personnel will help fans get to and from the game safely. LPD is reminding fans to celebrate responsibly and avoid driving under the influence.
JD Vance characterized claims by Eric Deters as accusations. The headline does not specify what Deters alleged or where Vance made the remarks.
The New York Jets ruled out running back Breece Hall with a quadriceps injury and wide receiver Adonai Mitchell with a finger injury.
Lexington police announced the arrest of 20-year-old Malachi Haynes as a third suspect in the August shooting death of Kevin David Villanueva Gutierrez on Cross Keys Road.
Brooke Ramsey of Danville, Kentucky, cut short her family’s Florida Panhandle vacation and left Thursday ahead of Hurricane Isaias. The family’s drive north on I-65 through Alabama slowed to about 30 mph for roughly eight hours before they stopped overnight in Huntsville. Ramsey said gas stations were crowded but they found fuel, and said they would leave earlier if they had to evacuate again.
No. 10 LSU enters its Oct. 10 game at Kentucky with a 4-1 record after beating McNeese State 63-14; its only loss was to Ole Miss. The Tigers rank third nationally in offensive yardage and ninth in scoring under coach Lane Kiffin, but linebacker Whit Weeks and defensive back Dashawn Spears are out with injuries. The matchup at Kroger Field also features players and coaches with ties to both programs.
The New York Knicks have put contract talks with Karl-Anthony Towns and other players on hold.
Kentucky football missed on transfer quarterback Sam Leavitt, who chose LSU after visiting Lexington, and added Kenny Minchey, who flipped from Nebraska. The column argues Minchey has been a better fit, citing 11 passing touchdowns, one interception and an offense that uses three tight ends. Kentucky, 4-1, is set to host No. 10 LSU and Leavitt on Oct
Chicago Fire and New York City FC are set to meet in a match with major implications for the Eastern Conference playoff race.
Keith Mitchell shot a second-round 65 to share the lead at the Baycurrent tournament.
Kentucky football will debut uniforms modeled on its 1980s look during Saturday’s Homecoming game against LSU, bringing the Power K logo back onto the field for the first time since 1997. The team confirmed the throwback uniforms Wednesday with photos of Ty Bryant modeling them. Coach Will Stein said the design is special because it reflects the era his father played for Kentucky.
Sophia Wilson’s suspension related to hair-pulling has been increased to two matches, the Lexington Herald-Leader reported.
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson was ruled out of the game against the Atlanta Falcons because of an ankle injury.
Kentucky’s No. 4 volleyball team and football squad will host LSU in Lexington on Friday and Saturday for a two-night Wildcats-Tigers doubleheader. Volleyball (11-3) looks to rebound from a five-set loss to No. 7 Florida against LSU (7-6), while football seeks a win over No. 10 LSU after falling out of the AP Top 25. Kentucky will wear
Cole Custer is returning to Haas’ No. 41 Chevrolet in 2027.
JD Vance described Eric Deters’ claims as “accusations.” The headline does not specify what Deters alleged or the context of Vance’s remarks.
A Crumbl Cookies location in Louisville has closed. The owners have filed for bankruptcy.
WKYT meteorologist Chris Bailey says the remnants of Hurricane Isaias are expected to bring rain, storms and gusty winds to Kentucky this weekend. Showers and storms could begin Saturday afternoon, with gusts reaching 30–40 mph and the remnant low moving into southwestern Kentucky late Saturday before crossing the state Sunday. Forecasters warn of possible strong or locally severe storms, 1–3 inches of rain and localized flash flooding; the system is expected to move out by early Monday.
Mike Ditka, an NFL icon, has died. Colleagues in Pittsburgh shared tributes to him.
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