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A new study finds Kentucky families spend a larger share of their income on groceries than households in most states.
A person was detained after a reported threat at Georgetown College. No criminal charges will be filed.
A Woodville pastor has retired, and the Fright Night winners were announced.
The University of Kentucky filed a federal lawsuit Tuesday accusing CVS Health and its subsidiaries of civil racketeering, fraud and breach of contract. The suit alleges the companies diverted about $41 million in 340B prescription revenue intended for UK pharmacies over five years. UK is seeking damages under the federal RICO Act. CVS has not responded to the lawsuit.
Popular host Johnson will leave “Inside the NBA” after the 2026-27 season. The report does not specify a reason for the departure.
The Federal Reserve held its benchmark interest rate at 3.75% to 4% on Wednesday, pausing after September’s increase. The Federal Open Market Committee voted 10-2, with Lisa Cook and Beth Hammack favoring another quarter-point hike. Officials cited strong economic growth but said inflation remains elevated. A December increase remains possible, with the Fed saying future decisions will depend on economic and inflation data.
Justin Clay Hamilton was arrested in Winchester on Oct. 27 following an investigation by Kentucky State Police. He was charged with multiple counts of possessing material depicting minors in sexual performances.
Marchelle Bertram, a longtime front-desk worker at the Fort Thomas Post Office, died after being struck by a car while walking on Memorial Parkway in Bellevue on Oct. 15. Her daughter, Whitney Bertram, said she rushed to the hospital but her mother’s injuries were fatal; the driver stayed at the scene, and she believes the collision was accidental. Whitney said community members have shared memories of her mother’s kindness and offered support since her death.
The Tampa Bay Rays have selected right-hander Drew Rasmussen to start Game 5 against the Milwaukee Brewers, according to a report. The game is a must-win for the Rays.
No. 1 Florida is preparing to use a larger lineup in its season opener against No. 14 Miami.
Georgetown police say no charges will be filed over a threat reported Monday at Georgetown College in Georgetown, Kentucky. Investigators reviewed information with the college and Scott County Attorney’s Office and determined the initial reports had been misunderstood and misinterpreted. The incident prompted a campus lockdown and shelter-in-place order; normal operations resumed several hours later. One person was taken into custody, but police did not release their identity.
The Clubhouse Apartments are set to be demolished in 2027.
A grand jury in Madisonville, Kentucky, declined to indict a doctor whose 10-month-old granddaughter, Scottie Crowell, died after being left in a hot car while the grandmother worked. Police said the grandmother picked Scottie up Aug. 13, forgot she was in the vehicle and found her around 4 p.m., about eight hours after arriving at work. First responders tried to save the baby, but she died; the grand jury found insufficient probable cause for an indictment.
Syracuse is beginning anew with Gerry McNamara calling the shots, in a move described as a throwback.
A Kentucky elementary school P.E. teacher has been accused of assault and stalking in a domestic violence case, according to the Lexington Herald-Leader.
A Kentucky elementary school physical education teacher is accused of assault and stalking in a domestic violence case.
Jametrius Griffin, 18, was indicted by a Fayette County grand jury in connection with an August shooting at Charles Young Park in Lexington. He faces a murder charge and multiple counts of assault. The shooting killed a teenager and injured four people.
No. 13 St. John’s opens its season against Monmouth, with the Red Storm looking to build chemistry in the matchup.
Top-10 forward Asa Montgomery has committed to Duke.
Jametrius Griffin, 18, was indicted Oct. 19 in the Aug. 15 shooting at Charles Young Park in Lexington, Kentucky. He faces charges of murder, first-degree assault, three counts of second-degree assault and tampering with physical evidence. The shooting killed 16-year-old Di’Zhon Robertson and sent four others, including a 4-year-old, to the hospital. Griffin is scheduled to be arraigned Oct. 30 in Fayette County Circuit Court.
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