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A man was arrested in connection with a fatal hit-and-run over the July 4 weekend. The report does not provide details about the suspect, victim or location.
An election office was evacuated after a suspicious substance was reported, the Lexington Herald-Leader reported. The report did not identify the office or provide further details.
Cooper Flagg will miss the game against the San Antonio Spurs because of a shoulder issue. He is expected to be reevaluated next week. His status after that evaluation has not been reported.
LeBron James is out for the Philadelphia 76ers’ game against the visiting Milwaukee Bucks due to back management.
The League of Women Voters of Lexington, CivicLex and GlobaLex hosted a nonpartisan democracy potluck Saturday in Lexington to help Fayette County residents prepare for the midterm elections. The event focused on voter education and making the voting process less intimidating. Organizers encouraged residents to learn about candidates and ballot issues, and hope churches, book clubs and other groups will hold similar gatherings.
Republican leaders and candidates, including Sen. Rand Paul, Rep. Andy Barr, Dr. Ralph Alvarado and RNC Co-Chair K.C. Crosbie, rallied in Lexington Saturday to energize supporters ahead of Election Day. Barr and Alvarado said they see growing enthusiasm and momentum, citing the rally and volunteers canvassing door to door. Protesters also gathered outside. Election Day is Nov. 3, with early in-person voting scheduled Oct. 29-31.
Reports say Michigan State quarterback Milivojevic will be out for the Spartans’ game against No. 9 UCLA. The reports did not specify a reason for his absence.
Orlando Magic star Paolo Banchero sustained a low-grade high-ankle sprain.
LeBron James is out for the Philadelphia 76ers’ game against the visiting Milwaukee Bucks for back management. No further details were provided.
Orlando Magic star Paolo Banchero sustained a low-grade high-ankle sprain. Further details about the injury were not included in the report.
The Cleveland Browns activated running back Dylan Sampson from injured reserve.
The Justice Department sued Alaska election officials to block certification of the U.S. Senate race if Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan loses by less than the votes won by another candidate named Dan Sullivan under ranked-choice voting. The contest is between Sullivan and Democrat Mary Peltola, with the other Sullivan cast as a potential spoiler. The DOJ also appealed in California, seeking to stop officials from counting ballots from about 20,000 voters it says may be noncitizens. Election law experts
The Pittsburgh Steelers activated safety DeShon Elliott from injured reserve. The move returns him to the active roster. The report did not provide further details.
Former NBA guard Beasley is negotiating a plea in a gambling case, the Lexington Herald-Leader reported.
Construction crews struck a gas line at Prall Street and South Limestone on the University of Kentucky campus in Lexington, prompting a response from the Lexington Fire Department and Columbia Gas. UK alerts advised people to avoid the area and evacuate if they smelled gas. The university later said the emergency condition had passed and normal activity could resume.
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Former NBA guard Malik Beasley is negotiating a plea in a gambling case, according to the Lexington Herald-Leader.
Indiana running back Khobie Martin is reported to be returning for the Hoosiers’ game against Michigan.
Ryu was in control at the BMW Ladies Championship, according to the Lexington Herald-Leader.
World No. 1 Elena Rybakina is pursuing her fourth WTA title of 2026.
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