Democrat Zach Dembo and Republican Ralph Alvarado are competing in Kentucky’s 6th Congressional District, where party registration is nearly even. State figures show 244,100 registered Democrats and 245,436 Republicans. Former Rep. Ben Chandler says turnout will decide the race and voters’ views of President Donald Trump’s handling of living costs and corruption may matter; state GOP officials say voters will also judge the parties’ performance.
Episode 12 of The Kernel Chronicles recaps recent stories in a broadcast-style video roundup. It covers University of Kentucky fans celebrating on State Street after a historic win over LSU, students’ responses to Flock cameras on campus, and Fayette County residents’ concerns about data centers. The episode also looks at preparations for the Thriller parade’s zombie-themed dance party.
Thomas More University in Crestview Hills has received a $188,746 federal grant through the fiscal 2025 Nonprofit Security Grant Program to improve campus security infrastructure and emergency preparedness. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security funds the program through FEMA, and the Kentucky Office of Homeland Security administers it in the state. The university has not detailed planned purchases or installation timelines; work will follow a formal grant agreement.
The Lexington Herald-Leader examines the statistic behind Milan Momcilovic’s push for the Naismith award. The provided story text does not identify the number
Bowling Green-based Fruit of the Loom brand Vanity Fair has introduced its Flawlessly Smooth Underwire Bra, expanding its Beauty Back smoothing collection. The company will mark the launch with an invitation-only event cohosted with Cosmopolitan in New York City on Nov. 5, featuring personalized fittings and activities showcasing the bra’s fit. After an online debut this fall, Vanity Fair plans to bring the bra to retail stores nationwide in February 2027.
Louisville-based Long John Silver’s launched its cold-weather menu Nov. 2 at participating restaurants nationwide, bringing back clam chowder made with its original recipe and signature Crumblies. Mac and cheese, featuring cavatappi in white cheddar sauce, is now a permanent menu item. The lineup also includes a $6 fish basket, a Fish and Chowder Platter, sweet-cream drink add-ons and a limited-time Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake.
Danny Ray Clark Sr., 78, a retired Commonwealth of Kentucky employee and former Army serviceman, died Oct. 30, 2026. Born in Frankfort, he was a respected mechanic who enjoyed gardening, fishing and time with family. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy, and son Danny Jr. Visitation is Nov. 5 and funeral services Nov. 6 at Rogers Funeral Home, with burial at Frankfort Cemetery.
Kentucky men's basketball opens its season tonight against Manhattan at 7 p.m. at Rupp Arena, led by Malachi Moreno and Milan Momcilovic. The women's team, with Clara Strack, looks to build on its Sweet 16 run. No. 7 Kentucky volleyball swept Missouri on Halloween, and women's soccer heads to the SEC tournament after beating No. 20 Arkansas.
The Lexington Herald-Leader asks whether banks, post offices and schools will be open on Election Day. The provided story text does not include details about closures or operating hours.
Searchers found pants, a jacket and a diaper while looking for a 6-year-old Kentucky child who had been missing for three days. The headline did not say whether the child had been found.
Louisville-based Yum Brands said Taco Bell’s U.S. sales are rebounding after business slowed this summer. The slowdown followed a lettuce-linked cyclospora outbreak.
Voting is underway on Election Day in Lexington. CivicLex’s Aaron Mudd directs voters to local election and candidate guides at lex.vote, while sample ballots are available through the Fayette County Clerk’s website and govote.ky.gov. Kentucky Public Radio’s voter guide is at lpm.org, and the League of Women Voters of Lexington lists ride-sharing information at lwvlexington.com.
Three people were taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries after a two-vehicle crash in the Fortune Drive and Fortune Court area of Lexington, according to the Lexington Fire Department. The department has not released further details. The incident remains under investigation, and information may be updated.
Fayette County’s voting results may be released late, according to the Lexington Herald-Leader. The provided text does not include a release date or explain the possible delay.
An ESPN columnist presented an optimistic potential College Football Playoff outcome for the Kentucky Wildcats, according to the Lexington Herald-Leader. The headline does not specify the projected scenario.
A Fayette District Court judge reduced Bralen Allen’s bond from $50,000 to $5,000 after a preliminary hearing in Lexington. The 19-year-old is charged with attempted murder after police alleged he ran over a motorcyclist during an Oct. 8 road-rage incident on South Broadway. If released, Allen must avoid driving and alcohol or drugs and wear an electronic monitor. The judge found probable cause to send the case to a grand jury.
The Lexington Herald-Leader is tracking live results for the CPS tax levy vote on Nov. 3, 2026. The available information does not include vote totals or an outcome.