Massillon council approves tax break for new subdivision developmentNew subdivision development gets Massillon council tax break
Massillon City Council approved a tax break for a new subdivision development.
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University of North Carolina settles federal probes by Trump administrationTrump administration probes settled by North Carolina university
The University of North Carolina has settled federal investigations by the Trump administration.
Reports say Aaron Boone will return as Yankees managerYankees manager Aaron Boone reportedly set to return
Reports say Aaron Boone will return as manager of the New York Yankees.
UK police chief discusses increased campus safety measures in special podcast episodePodcast explores how UKPD is handling campus safety efforts
In a special episode of the “Catching Up With The Kernel” podcast, hosts Kyla Ford and Sylvia Freire interview University of Kentucky Police Chief Joe Monroe. Monroe discusses increased safety measures around campus and how UKPD is managing those efforts. The episode was published Oct. 19, 2026.
Juan Martin del Potro tops list of '27 Hall of Fame candidates27 Hall of Fame candidates list includes Juan Martin del Potro
Juan Martín del Potro tops the list of candidates for the 2027 Hall of Fame.
Sister Cindy and friends bring the ‘Ho No Mo’ revolution to campus
Evangelical preacher Cindy Smock, known as Sister Cindy, brought her “Ho No Mo” tour to the University of Kentucky on Oct. 19, urging students to avoid premarital sex and follow Christianity. At Barker Plaza, she led a four-hour “Ho-ology 101” lesson featuring Bible passages, while Woodrow Courtney, known as Dr. Woody, and his wife performed song parodies. Students watched and laughed, with some agreeing with her message and others calling the event unserious.
Buccaneers quarterback Mayfield nears return from thumb injuryMayfield closes in on return to Buccaneers
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield is closing in on a return from a thumb injury.
Former sheriff wins temporary pause of second mental evaluation in judge's death case
The Kentucky Court of Appeals has temporarily paused an order requiring former Letcher County Sheriff Mickey Stines to undergo a second mental health evaluation. Stines is charged with murdering District Judge Kevin Mullins in the Letcher County Courthouse in Whitesburg in September 2024 and has pleaded not guilty. Prosecutors sought the additional evaluation after a defense-ordered exam; the appeals court will review the dispute but has not ruled on its merits. No date has been announced for a final
Reports: Hornets F Brandon Miller agrees to 5-year, $209M extensionBrandon Miller reportedly agrees to $209M Hornets extension
Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller has agreed to a five-year contract extension worth $209 million, according to reports.
Man charged with murder in fatal Mt. Sterling hit-and-run arraigned
Arionne Harris, 26, was arraigned Monday in Montgomery County on a murder charge in the hit-and-run death of Felicia Joseph, 36, of Lexington. Investigators allege Harris struck Joseph in the parking lot of the Pilot Travel Center in Mount Sterling last month and left the scene. He was later arrested in Kansas and extradited to Kentucky; a judge ordered him held on a $2 million cash bond.
Late NPR host Noah Adams got his first taste of public radio at WUKY's first incarnation
Noah Adams, the NPR host and reporter who grew up in Ashland, Kentucky, began his radio career in 1972 at the University of Kentucky’s station, then called WBKY and later renamed WUKY. He joined NPR in the mid-1970s and hosted All Things Considered for 18 years, covering major events and writing five books. Adams died Friday at his home in Yellow Springs, Ohio; he was 84.
Mark Pope calls Alfred Aboya a 'tremendous addition' to Kentucky staffPope praises Alfred Aboya's addition to Kentucky staff
Kentucky coach Mark Pope described Alfred Aboya as a “tremendous addition” to the staff. Pope made the comment in a video, according to the Lexington Herald-Leader. The provided report does not specify Aboya’s role.
Reports: Hornets F Brandon Miller agrees to 5-year, $209M extensionBrandon Miller reportedly agrees to $209M Hornets extension
Reports say Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller has agreed to a five-year, $209 million contract extension.
Alex Michelsen earns first-round win in BrusselsBrussels opener ends in a first-round win for Michelsen
Alex Michelsen won his first-round match in Brussels, advancing at the ATP tournament.
Lilli Tagger ousts Liudmila Samsonova in Osaka openerSamsonova falls to Tagger in Osaka opener
Lilli Tagger defeated Liudmila Samsonova in the opening round of the WTA tournament in Osaka.
Giants remain undecided at QB as John Harbaugh hones in on a decisionJohn Harbaugh is honing in on a decision
The New York Giants have not decided who will play quarterback, but coach John Harbaugh is nearing a decision. The report does not identify the candidates or give a timeline.
Tips to avoid ticket scams before Saturday’s UK-Vandy clash
Kentucky (6-1) plays Vanderbilt at sold-out Kroger Field on Saturday, and fans still seeking tickets are being warned about scams. The Better Business Bureau recommends starting with the venue’s official site, checking resale sellers’ reputations and refund policies, and confirming seat details and ticket delivery. Pay by credit card, avoid unusually cheap offers or suspicious links, and download mobile tickets to a digital wallet before arriving in case cell service is spotty.
Eligible Kentucky voters have until 11:59 p.m. tomorrow to request mail-in ballotsStudents, military voters among those eligible for mail ballots
Kentucky voters eligible for mail-in absentee ballots have until tomorrow at 4 p.m. to submit a request through a county clerk’s office, or 11:59 p.m. online, Morgan County Clerk Randy Williams said. Eligible voters include military and overseas voters, students away from home, and people unable to vote in person because of age, disability or illness. Williams said Morgan County turnout is typically 45% to 48% and urged voters to use available voting options.
Sources say US set to announce Boeing 737 MAX 10 certification TuesdayUS certification announcement for Boeing MAX 10 set for Tuesday
The U.S. is expected to announce Tuesday that Boeing’s 737 MAX 10 has received certification, according to sources cited in the report. The announcement concerns the latest variant of Boeing’s 737 MAX aircraft.
Lydia Perkins' family seeks answers nearly 29 years after her 1997 disappearanceBrother says park search found no evidence in Lydia's case
Nearly 29 years after 14-year-old Lydia Perkins disappeared in Lexington, her family is still seeking answers. A neighbor last reported seeing her walking home on Londonderry Road in October 1997. Her brother, Justin Perkins, said he believes phone records could help clarify her final movements; a search of Preston’s Spring Park last fall found no evidence. He is asking anyone with information to come forward.
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