FSU's Mike Norvell calls Hail Mary holding penalty an 'absolute jokeNorvell criticizes holding call on Hail Mary
Florida State coach Mike Norvell called a holding penalty on a Hail Mary attempt an “absolute joke.”
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Warriors guard Stephen Curry sidesteps an ankle injury scareStephen Curry's ankle scare
Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry avoided a serious injury after an ankle scare.
Good Question: Why doesn't Amtrak run through Lexington?
Amtrak serves Kentucky at four stops: Ashland, Maysville and South Portsmouth on the Cardinal, plus Fulton on a Chicago–New Orleans route. Lexington’s passenger service ended in 1955, and the city was left off Amtrak’s network when the agency took over U.S. passenger rail. Kentucky’s tracks now carry freight, and many are not built for passenger speeds; a brief Amtrak return to Louisville ended after 19 months in 2001.
Experts weigh in ahead of Kentucky U.S. Senate debate between Barr and Booker
Republican U.S. Rep. Andy Barr and Democrat Charles Booker will debate Monday at 7 p.m. at WKYT studios in Lexington, competing for the Kentucky Senate seat held by Mitch McConnell for more than 40 years. Political science professor Stephen Voss and strategist T.J. Litafik said affordability and the economy are key voter concerns. Voss said Kentucky’s Republican lean favors Barr, while the focus on economic issues could benefit Booker; immigration remains a concern for Booker.
Oregon leading WR Evan Stewart faces DUII chargeOregon's leading WR faces DUII charge
Oregon leading wide receiver Evan Stewart is facing a charge of driving under the influence of intoxicants (DUII).
Texas sticks with Manning at quarterback but needs a better versionTexas keeps course at QB despite need for better Manning
Texas is staying the course at quarterback but needs a better version of Manning, according to the report.
3 Wildcats receive SEC Volleyball honors
Kentucky volleyball players Kassie O’Brien, Brooklyn DeLeye and Morgan Gaerte received SEC weekly honors Monday in Lexington. O’Brien was named Player and Setter of the Week after averaging 13 assists per set as No. 4 Kentucky beat Oklahoma and Arkansas. DeLeye earned Offensive Player of the Week after recording 34 kills while hitting .593, and Gaerte was named Defensive Player of the Week after averaging two blocks per set in the Wildcats’ two wins.
Laurel County deputies charge 47-year-old driver with DUI after I-75 stop in LondonDriver also arrested on Laurel District Court bench warrant
Actor and filmmaker Kaamel Hasaun, known as the “King of Tubi,” was arrested early Sunday after a traffic stop on Interstate 75 in London, Kentucky. Laurel County deputies said his SUV was weaving and the deputy smelled alcohol. Hasaun, 47, was charged with first-offense DUI, possessing an open alcoholic beverage container in a vehicle and improper lane usage. He was also arrested on a bench warrant for failure to appear and booked into the county jail; the charges are allegations, not convictions.
EKU plans annual prescribed burns in brush and woodland areas as winter approachesEKU says prescribed burns mimic natural disturbances
Kentucky’s forest fire season began Oct. 1, but Eastern Kentucky University says smoke from its planned prescribed burns is not necessarily a forest fire. EKU works with the Kentucky Department of Forestry and local emergency services, creates firebreaks and alerts nearby residents and businesses before burning designated areas. The burns, expected as winter approaches, aim to mimic natural disturbances that support native species and manage vegetation.
LMPD identifies 3 officers who fired shots at man found dead at motel
The Louisville Metro Police Department identified three officers who fired shots at a man later found dead at a motel.
Kentucky’s defense provides second-half spark in comeback win over Oklahoma
Kentucky’s defense fueled a second-half comeback win over Oklahoma, holding the Sooners to one third-down conversion on seven attempts after halftime. Mi’quise Humphrey-Grace had 1.5 sacks and tipped a pass that Ty Bryant intercepted, helping set up Kentucky’s go-ahead touchdown. Bryant and Jordan Castell each made two interceptions, and Castell returned his second pick 41 yards for a late touchdown that sealed the win.
Lexington seeks donor for downtown Christmas tree
Lexington Parks & Recreation is seeking a donated 30- to 40-foot Blue Spruce or Norway Spruce for the city’s Christmas display at Triangle Park. A homeowner or business can donate a tree already slated for removal; city crews will remove it and grind the stump at no cost. Interested owners can contact Victoria Hamm at vhamm@lexingtonky.gov or (859) 288-2937.
Ralph Alvarado and Zach Dembo to debate Thursday at 7 p.m. in 6th District raceKentucky 6th District debate set for Thursday at 7 p.m.
Ralph Alvarado and Zach Dembo will debate Thursday in the Kentucky 6th Congressional District race. The live debate is scheduled for 7 p.m. The available details do not identify a viewing platform.
HBCU football polls have new No. 1 teams after Week 7Week 7 brings new No. 1 teams to HBCU football
HBCU football polls have new No. 1 teams following Week 7, changing the top positions in the rankings.
Kentucky Wildcats Men’s basketball team makes appearance in preseason AP poll
The Kentucky Wildcats men’s basketball team is No. 23 in the AP preseason poll with 243 votes, marking its 59th appearance in 66 preseason polls. Kentucky is also No. 23 in the USA Today Coaches poll. The Wildcats’ 2026-27 schedule includes 11 regular-season games against nine ranked teams, including No. 1 Florida, and an exhibition against No. 19 Texas Tech.
PHOTOS: Sister Cindy preaches during her ‘Kristians Kracked in Kentucky’ tour
Cindy Smock spoke with students outside the Gatton Student Center at the University of Kentucky in Lexington on Monday, Oct. 19, 2026. The appearance was part of her “Kristians Kracked in Kentucky” tour. Kentucky Kernel photographers Brooke Johnson and Will Luckett documented the event.
Gun found at NKY middle school; child chargedChild charged after gun found at NKY middle school
A gun was found at a Northern Kentucky middle school. A child was charged in connection with the incident.
Kentucky offers up to $500,000 in grants to recruit workers and retain graduatesApplications due Nov. 6 for Kentucky talent recruitment grants
Gov. Andy Beshear announced the Kentucky Talent Recruitment Grant Program, making up to $500,000 available to eligible local and regional entities. Grants can support efforts to attract new residents, retain college graduates and market Kentucky as a place to live and work, with regional collaboration encouraged. Applications are due Friday, Nov. 6, at 5 p.m. Eastern; the program is administered by the Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development.
Kentucky Power gets state permission to build a new cooling tower at coal-fired power plant
Kentucky’s Public Service Commission approved Kentucky Power’s $191 million plan to build a replacement cooling tower and partially demolish the existing one at a coal-fired plant near Moundsville, West Virginia. The approval depends in part on the utility being able to use a $51 million federal grant toward the project. The commission cited evidence that the aging tower poses a safety risk and could threaten plant capacity. Kentucky Power may seek to recover project costs from ratepayers in a future rate
Security breach reveals some healthcare data of Kentuckians
Kentucky’s Cabinet for Health and Family Services says security breaches at Medicaid vendor Gainwell Technologies exposed information for about 3,816 people. The breaches occurred March 26, April 16 and April 21, and involved files downloaded from the KY Health-Net Provider Portal; the vendor learned of them in August, and notices began Oct. 16. Potentially exposed data included names, Medicaid identifiers, service and billing details, and payment information, but not electronic health records, Social
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