Attorneys say teen who shot and killed mom's boyfriend was defending herTeen's attorneys say he acted to defend his mother
Lexington attorneys say a teen who shot and killed his mother’s boyfriend was defending her.
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Kentucky football may have delivered its best night everA possible best-ever night for Kentucky football
Kentucky football may have had the best night in program history, according to the Lexington Herald-Leader. The provided text does not identify the game, opponent or events behind the assessment.
Lawyer renews Kentucky death penalty challenges in court after botched Tennessee executionTennessee execution renews Kentucky death penalty challenges
A lawyer is renewing court challenges to Kentucky’s death penalty after a botched execution in Tennessee. The report does not identify the lawyer or detail the legal arguments.
Tennessee’s botched execution prompts lawyer to renew KY death penalty challenges in court
A lawyer is renewing court challenges to Kentucky’s death penalty after a botched execution in Tennessee.
You may have just witnessed Kentucky football’s best night ever
The Lexington Herald-Leader describes a recent night for Kentucky football as possibly the best in the program’s history. The headline does not specify the game or events behind that assessment.
Forbes billionaire list for Kentucky is outForbes list asks who Kentucky's richest person is
Forbes has released its billionaire list, prompting a look at who ranks as Kentucky’s richest person. The supplied story text does not name the person or give a net worth.
Guardians' Parker Messick is back home for ALCS road start vs. RaysMessick's ALCS road start brings him back home
Guardians pitcher Parker Messick is back home for a road start against the Rays in the American League Championship Series.
Trump makes second political trip to northern Kentucky this yearPresident Trump is making a political trip to northern Kentucky
President Donald Trump is scheduled to hold a rally in northern Kentucky on Saturday. It will be his second political trip to the region this year.
Mike Elko regrets calling part of Texas A&M fanbase a 'cesspoolElko regrets 'cesspool' remark about Texas A&M fans
Texas A&M coach Mike Elko said he regrets calling out part of the Aggies’ fanbase as a “cesspool.”
Mike Elko regrets calling out 'cesspool' part of Texas A&M fanbaseElko regrets 'cesspool' comment about Texas A&M fans
Mike Elko said he regrets calling part of the Texas A&M fanbase a “cesspool,” according to the Lexington Herald-Leader.
Racetracks to display signs with trafficking hotline and warning indicatorsTrafficking hotline and warning signs coming to racetracks
Kentucky horse racetracks are joining an effort to combat human trafficking. They will display signs listing the National Human Trafficking Hotline and indicators to watch for.
Musicians question impact of Kentucky's new Governor’s Office of Music
Kentucky has launched a Governor’s Office of Music to support artists and venues. Some Louisville musicians are questioning the new office’s impact. They worry smaller acts could be overlooked.
Lexington overhauls winter response with more staff and earlier road pretreatmentPublic dashboard joins expanded winter weather response
Lexington unveiled an overhaul of its snow and ice response. The plan adds staff and calls for roads to be pretreated earlier ahead of winter weather. The city will also launch a public dashboard with winter weather information.
Lexington nonprofit needs nearly 16K Christmas cards for troops overseas
A Lexington nonprofit is seeking nearly 16,000 Christmas cards for troops overseas. Volunteers plan to prepare about 3,000 holiday packages. Each package will include 8 to 12 cards, snacks, personal care items and games.
Productive second half propels upset over No. 25 Texas
Kentucky women’s soccer beat No. 25 Texas 3-2, rallying from a 2-0 halftime deficit to end a three-game scoring drought. Rayna Powers scored in the 58th minute, and Elise Ernest headed in the equalizer eight minutes later. Freshman Kyla Dawn scored the winner on a 90th-minute volley, her 10th goal of the season and fourth game-winner. Kentucky next travels to face Auburn on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. EDT.
Fayette County Public Schools revises deficit figure ahead of audit deadline
Fayette County Public Schools reported a nearly $5.4 million unreserved-fund deficit as of Sept. 21, below earlier expectations and unchanged for two weeks, acting Finance Director Amy Smith said Monday
No. 22 LSU looks up at No. 16 Mississippi St. as matchup loomsNo. 16 Mississippi St. holds higher ranking than LSU
No. 22 LSU will face No. 16 Mississippi State in an upcoming matchup, with the Tigers entering six spots below the Bulldogs in the rankings.
Kentucky's LSU win boosts Lexington restaurant sales and Wildcats merchandise demandKentucky's football buzz may aid university recruiting
Kentucky’s overtime win over LSU has put the Wildcats in the national spotlight and energized Lexington. Walk-On’s Bistreaux reported stronger-than-expected sales over the weekend after the game, while The Kentucky Shop sold hundreds of Wildcats shirts in one morning. Longtime broadcaster Dick Gabriel said the attention could boost merchandise sales, enrollment interest and recruiting across the university; Kentucky is ranked No. 15 in the AP poll.
Kentucky sports betting generates $128.2 million in tax revenue, mostly onlineRetail sportsbooks draw visitors as most Kentucky bets go online
Kentucky sports betting has generated $128.2 million in tax revenue, exceeding annual expectations. Most wagers were placed online, while retail sportsbooks also drew visitors.
Fayette schools become first in state to launch new TFI 3.0 behavior support tierState to study Fayette's new behavior support program
Fayette County Public Schools in Lexington is the first district in Kentucky to add TFI 3.0, a new tier of its Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports program, this school year. The approach links schoolwide behavioral expectations with academics; students can earn e-bucks for meeting expectations, and staff receive recognition. The Kentucky Department of Education will study the program’s successes and barriers to help prepare for statewide implementation.
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