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Daniel Gazdag scored late to help the New England Revolution earn a win over the New York Red Bulls. The headline did not specify the final score or match location.
No. 23 Kentucky beat UCF 90-76 in overtime Wednesday at Rupp Arena in Lexington. Alex Wilkins hit a buzzer-beater to tie the game and send it to overtime. The game was played Oct. 28, 2026.
Kentucky has joined 33 other states in a $2.5 million settlement with cryptocurrency money transmitter and kiosk operator Coin-Me, Gov. Andy Beshear announced Wednesday. Kentucky’s share is just under $63,000. Coin-Me was accused of violating anti-money laundering and bank secrecy laws. The company must hire an independent consultant to improve its compliance program and close its virtual currency kiosks by Jan. 1 or face an additional $4 million in penalties.
The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department has distributed more than 1,000 gun locks through its “Let’s Lock It, Lex” program. Commissioner of Health Crystal Miller said the initiative grew from an annual community health assessment identifying local needs. The department partners with locations across Lexington to provide locks for free, while anti-violence group One Lexington plans to expand its focus on gun safety in 2027.
The Hope Center held its 18th annual Ball Homes Night of Hope on Wednesday in Lexington, featuring messages from center clients and a talk by MMA champion Justin Wren. The center provides shelter, addiction recovery and mental health care to vulnerable people in Lexington. All proceeds from the event will support its programs.
Kentucky basketball beat UCF 85-75. The Lexington Herald-Leader published a slideshow and video about the game.
The Mavericks picked up Zaccharie Risacher’s $17.4 million option, the Lexington Herald-Leader reported. The report did not provide further details.
Coaches for the Kids has raised $1.35 million to support Kentucky children and families involved in foster care, with the funds going to Golisano Children’s Hospital at the University of Kentucky. UK football coach Will Stein joined hospital leaders to highlight the need, which affects about 8,000 children in the state. The group has raised more than $9 million for children over the past 20 years.
The Hope Village Winter Shelter at 1306 Versailles Road in Lexington will not open Thursday, Oct. 29, as planned. City officials said unforeseen circumstances caused the delay. The Office of Homelessness Prevention will share a revised opening date and time through its mailing list and Facebook page.
The Raiders will stick with Kirk Cousins as they try to end their losing streak against the Jets.
Kentucky defeated UCF 90-76 in an overtime exhibition basketball game.
Kentucky defeated UCF 90-76 in an overtime exhibition game. The Lexington Herald-Leader highlighted five takeaways from the matchup.
Kentucky basketball surrendered a second-half lead against UCF, then dominated overtime to secure the win. The headline did not provide a score or game location.
Kentucky blew a second-half lead against UCF but dominated overtime to secure the win. The headline did not provide a final score or game location.
Novak Djokovic earned an important late-season win in Basel, according to the Lexington Herald-Leader.
Kentucky beat Central Florida 90-76 in overtime Wednesday in Lexington, closing its exhibition schedule. Alex Wilkins tied the game at 71 with a jumper at the buzzer after UCF missed a free throw, and the Wildcats outscored the Knights 19-5 in overtime. Senior forward Milan Momcilovic led Kentucky with 19 points; Mason Williams added 18, and Malachi Moreno had 16 points and 14 rebounds. UCF’s Dior Johnson scored 22.
No. 23 Kentucky beat UCF 90-76 in overtime in Lexington after Alex Wilkins’ floating shot at the buzzer tied the game at 71. The Wildcats took control in the extra period, outscoring the Knights 19-5. Malachi Moreno had 16 points, 14 rebounds and eight assists; Milan Momcilovic scored 19 and Mason Williams added 18. Kentucky is scheduled to open its season Tuesday against Manhattan at Rupp Arena.
No. 23 Kentucky beat UCF 90-76 in overtime to finish its exhibition slate 3-0. With five seconds left and the Wildcats trailing 71-69, guard Alex Wilkins made a fast-break jumper to tie the game and force overtime. Kentucky shot 6-for-8 from the field and 4-for-4 at the free-throw line in the extra period, while holding UCF to two field goals. The Wildcats open the regular season against Manhattan at Rupp Arena on Nov. 3.
Alabama State has hired former NBA star Wilkins as its general manager.
Jim Harbaugh will keep McDaniel as the Los Angeles Chargers’ play-caller. The decision comes as the team sits at 0-6.
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