Top seeds Zverev and Alcaraz advance to Vienna semifinalsATP roundup: Zverev and Alcaraz reach Vienna semis
Top seeds Alexander Zverev and Carlos Alcaraz advanced to the semifinals of the ATP tournament in Vienna.
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Christian Pulisic inks new deal with AC MilanUSMNT star Pulisic signs new AC Milan deal
U.S. men’s national team star Christian Pulisic has signed a new deal with Italian club AC Milan.
Galaxy need win over Austin FC to increase playoff chancesGalaxy face Austin FC with playoff hopes at stake
The LA Galaxy need a win against Austin FC to improve their chances of reaching the playoffs. The headline provides no details about the match date, location or standings.
Kentucky early voting nearly triples for Democrats, more than doubles for RepublicansIndependent early voters triple to 12,579 in Kentucky
Kentucky early voting has increased sharply across party affiliations, according to data released Friday by Secretary of State Michael Adams. Through Thursday, 95,645 registered Democrats had voted, nearly triple the 37,640 in 2022; 83,726 Republicans had voted, more than double the 39,349 four years ago. Independent early voters rose from 4,392 to 12,579. Early voting runs through Saturday.
Orlando faces Charlotte hoping season-long fight earns a playoff berthOrlando's season-long fight centers on playoff hopes
Orlando faces Charlotte, hoping its season-long fight earns the team a playoff berth.
Voters report slow machines and selection errors as Madison County clerk recalibratesClerk calibrates voting machines after reports of screen errors
Madison County, Kentucky, Clerk Kenny Barger said a voting machine at the public library had a calibration issue during early voting Thursday. If voters did not touch the center of a selection box, the machine could mark a candidate above or below their choice. The machine was removed for review by a technician; voters receive a printout to check before it is submitted for counting.
Fire damages 7 buildings on Edgeworth Drive, displaces 2 people; cause under investigation2 people displaced after fire damages 7 buildings
A Friday afternoon fire on Edgeworth Drive in Lexington damaged seven buildings and displaced two people, the Lexington Fire Department said. Crews were dispatched at 4:20 p.m. and found heavy smoke and flames coming from a detached garage and nearby structures. No injuries were reported, and the cause and origin of the fire remain under investigation.
WKYT7 buildings damaged, 2 people displaced in Lexington fire
Herald-LeaderSeven buildings damaged, two people displaced after fire in Lexington neighborhood - Lexington Herald Leader
Herald-LeaderSeven buildings damaged, two people displaced after fire in Lexington neighborhood - Lexington Herald Leader
Pin Oak Stud tours let visitors see how Thoroughbreds are raised and trained in VersaillesVersailles farm tours let guests meet horses after training
Pin Oak Stud in Versailles gives visitors a close look at how Thoroughbreds are bred, raised and trained, with the Woodford County farm handling the full racehorse life cycle under its operation. Tours through Visit Horse Country show parts of the work, including training and rehabilitation, and let guests interact with horses after workouts. The Bernhard family purchased the farm in 2022.
Video features Coach Pope and a horse also named Coach PopeCoach Pope (the coach) on Coach Pope (the horse)
The Lexington Herald-Leader lists a video titled “Coach Pope (the coach) on Coach Pope (the horse).” The listing identifies a coach and a horse with the same name but provides no further details.
Herald-LeaderCoach Pope (the coach) on Coach Pope (the horse) (Video) - Lexington Herald Leader
Herald-LeaderHorse named ‘Coach Pope’ runs in the Breeders’ Cup in Lexington. How’d he do? - Lexington Herald Leader
Herald-LeaderHorse named ‘Coach Pope’ runs in the Breeders’ Cup in Lexington. How’d he do? - Lexington Herald Leader
Booker campaign says it was targeted in cyberattack ahead of Election Day
Kentucky Democrat Charles Booker’s U.S. Senate campaign says overseas hackers recently tried to access its website and communications systems and compromised at least one staff member’s Signal account in recent months. The campaign said it updated security measures and notified the FBI and other law enforcement agencies, which are investigating. The incident comes amid warnings that foreign actors are targeting political campaigns and election infrastructure.
Good Question: Why isn't the Breeders' Cup held in one location like the Kentucky Derby?
The Breeders’ Cup was designed as a traveling year-end championship, rather than an event tied to one track like the Kentucky Derby, WKYT reports from Lexington. Gainesway Farm owner John Gaines proposed the concept, and the first races were held in 1984 after he resigned from the board amid industry opposition. Twelve tracks have hosted the event, with Santa Anita leading at 11 editions. Belmont Park is scheduled to host next year for the fifth time.
Auburn looks to turn NIT title into momentum against SE LouisianaAuburn faces SE Louisiana after NIT title
Auburn will face Southeastern Louisiana looking to build on its NIT title and carry that momentum into the matchup.
Kentucky men's soccer earns point with 0-0 draw against Sun Belt top seed JMUKentucky defense holds JMU to 3 shots on goal
Kentucky men’s soccer earned a point with a 0-0 draw against James Madison in Harrisonburg, Virginia. The Wildcats created several scoring chances and finished with 10 shots on target, but could not find a goal. Goalkeeper Benjamin Rasmussen helped keep JMU scoreless as the Dukes recorded 11 shots, three on goal. Kentucky returns to Lexington to face Georgia Southern on Friday, Oct. 30, in its final home match of the season.
Kentucky parties court young voters by touting candidates and local electionsParties stress local races to engage younger Kentucky voters
In Kentucky, both political parties are focusing on younger voters as the 2026 midterm election approaches. During early voting, they are highlighting young candidates to build connections. They are also stressing the importance of local elections.
Trainer Cherie DeVaux seeks Breeders’ Cup Classic win with Golden Tempo at Keeneland
Trainer Cherie DeVaux brings Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes winner Golden
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The city’s snow and ice plan has become a key issue in the Lexington mayor’s race, as Mayor Linda Gorton and challenger Raquel Carter have each released a new plan.
Weekend Roundup: Hallowhinny, Queen of Hearts, The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Lexington has several weekend events alongside the Breeders’ Cup, including Saturday’s Hallowhinny at the Kentucky Horse Park, where families can trick-or-treat, see costumed horses and attend shows with park admission. The Lexington Ballet performs “Queen of Hearts,” inspired by “Alice in Wonderland,” Sunday at 7 p.m. at the Lexington Opera House. The Kentucky Theatre screens the 1975 film “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” Saturday at 8:30 and 11:59 p.m.; tickets are available online.
Alvarado, Dembo outline differing plans on costs, data centers in Kentucky’s 6th District
Republican Ralph Alvarado and Democrat Zach Dembo are outlining competing plans for Kentucky’s 6th Congressional District ahead of November’s election. Alvarado says tax cuts and fewer clean-energy regulations could ease costs, while Dembo says Congress must stand against the Iran war to bring fuel prices down. Both want safeguards against data centers raising utility bills, but differ on federal oversight. They also disagree on how Medicaid policies would affect the district’s rural hospitals.
Kyle Larson heads to Martinsville with Cup Series title within reachCup Series title within reach for Kyle Larson at Martinsville
Kyle Larson heads to Martinsville with the NASCAR Cup Series championship within reach.
DOJ election monitors to observe voting in Fayette County on Election Day
The Justice Department will send election monitors to observe voting in Fayette County on Election Day. The move comes amid concerns about federal influence over midterm elections, including lawsuits against Alaska and California and a demand to review ballots in Washington state. Voting advocates and election officials say decentralized state and local election systems have safeguards to protect vote administration and counting.
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