Lexington Brief

Local news, organized by what happened.

Business 1 outlet · Spectrum News 1

What Lexington’s mortgage assistance program could mean for buyers

Lexington’s new mortgage assistance program could help first-time buyers cover upfront costs. Limited housing inventory may narrow the program’s reach by leaving buyers with fewer homes to choose from.

General 1 outlet · Herald-Leader

Revolution host Messi, Inter Miami as they try to seal second place in EastInter Miami seek second place in East at Revolution

The New England Revolution will host Lionel Messi and Inter Miami. Miami is trying to secure second place in the Eastern Conference.

Health 1 outlet · The Kentucky Kernel

Beyond the bait, bass fishing in the Bluegrass

University of Kentucky students Thomas Ray, president of the school’s bass fishing team, and sophomore Ryan Dunn compete in tournaments against colleges across the Southeast. They spend weeks scouting lakes, testing lures and preparing gear before competition days that can last eight hours, adjusting tactics when fish aren’t biting. Most events count a team’s five largest legal bass, while some use the combined weight of every fish caught; UK’s team has no tryouts.

Public safety 3 outlets · FOX 56, LEX18, WKYT

Two hospitalized after car collides with ambulance in Lexington

Two people were hospitalized after a car collided with a Lexington Fire Department ambulance near Main and Mill streets in Lexington, Ky., just before 11:30 p.m. Saturday, police said. The ambulance was transporting a patient with its sirens on when the car hit it, then struck a traffic control box and another vehicle. The injured people were in the car and are expected to survive.

General 1 outlet · Herald-Leader

Whitecaps seek Cascadia sweep against Sounders after clinching No. 1 seedNo. 1 seed secured, Whitecaps pursue Cascadia sweep

The Whitecaps have clinched the No. 1 seed and will face the Sounders seeking a Cascadia sweep.

General 1 outlet · WKYT

How to help Lexington families experiencing hunger this holiday season

Lexington’s Big Give food drive is collecting nonperishable food and monetary donations for God’s Pantry Food Bank through Nov. 30, as demand for assistance rises. The food bank reports a 12.4% increase in people seeking food and says each donated dollar can provide four meals. Donations can be made online or at drop-off sites, including fire stations, police offices and God’s Pantry locations. The drive aims to help families meet food needs through the colder months and holiday season.

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