New playground coming to Louisville's Iroquois ParkIroquois Park is getting a new playground
A new playground is planned for Iroquois Park in Louisville. The provided story text does not include details about the project’s design, cost or timeline.
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Andy Barr wins US Senate race and will take seat long served by Mitch McConnellTrump and Nate Morris endorsed Barr before his Senate win
Republican U.S. Rep. Andy Barr won Kentucky’s U.S. Senate race, defeating Democrat Charles Booker and securing the seat long held by Sen. Mitch McConnell. Booker represented the 43rd District in the Kentucky House from 2019 to 2021. Barr, first elected to represent Kentucky’s 6th Congressional District in 2013, had received endorsements from President Donald Trump and former Senate candidate Nate Morris.
Herald-LeaderAndy Barr vs. Charles Booker. U.S. Senate live results, Nov. 3, 2026 - Lexington Herald Leader
FOX 56Republican Andy Barr elected to U.S. Senate to succeed Kentucky's Sen. Mitch McConnell
LEX18Longtime Rep. Andy Barr wins race for US Senate seat
WKYTAndy Barr wins Mitch McConnell’s former U.S. Senate seat
Herald-LeaderAndy Barr wins race to replace Mitch McConnell in a Kentucky US Senate seat - Lexington Herald Leader
Herald-LeaderAndy Barr wins race to replace Mitch McConnell in a Kentucky US Senate seat - Lexington Herald Leader
Kentucky LanternRep. Andy Barr wins race to replace Sen. Mitch McConnell
The Kentucky KernelAndy Barr wins US Senate election
WUKYA new role on Capitol Hill: Andy Barr takes McConnell’s Senate seat
The Kentucky KernelVIDEO: Andy Barr wins Kentucky Senate race
ABC 36 (WTVQ)Longtime Rep. Andy Barr wins race for US Senate seat
Spectrum News 1Andy Barr wins Kentucky U.S. Senate race
ABC 36 (WTVQ)Longtime Rep. Andy Barr wins race for US Senate seat
Raquel Carter speaks after conceding Lexington mayor's raceCarter concedes Lexington mayor's race, then speaks
Raquel Carter spoke after conceding the Lexington mayor’s race, in a video published by the Lexington Herald-Leader.
GOP candidate breaks with Trump after Trump backs Alvarado twice in KY House raceTrump backed Alvarado twice in KY House race
President Donald Trump backed Alvarado twice in a Kentucky House race, but a Republican candidate broke with the president. The headline does not specify what prompted the split.
Minchey is a big reason Wildcats are No. 6 in playoff rankingsWildcats are No. 6 and tied with No. 2 Georgia
Former Notre Dame backup Kenny Minchey has become a key contributor for Kentucky, helping the Wildcats reach No. 6 in the College Football Playoff rankings. Kentucky is tied with No. 2 Georgia.
Kentucky father takes on 48-hour endurance challenge in memory of infant son
Four labor and delivery nurses at Progress West Hospital in St. Louis founded the Butterfly Kisses Alliance in 2023 to support families after the loss of a baby. The nonprofit developed a standard of care now used at the hospital and mails comfort kits, including keepsakes and self-care items, to families. Kelsey Fussner said the nurses supported her after her daughter Nora was stillborn in 2023.
A 1972 Lexington senior housing apartment complex gets a $3 million upgradeSenior housing complex receives $3 million upgrade
A senior housing apartment complex in Lexington, built in 1972, has received a $3 million upgrade.
UK is creating another LLC with its new dining and services partnerAnother LLC is in the works for UK and its new partner
The University of Kentucky is creating another limited liability company, this time with its new dining and services partner. The headline does not identify the partner or explain the LLC’s terms.
Ed Gallrein wins election for US House District 4 seat
Republican Ed Gallrein has won Kentucky’s 4th Congressional District election, the Associated Press projects. He faced Democrat Melissa Strange in Tuesday’s vote and will represent a district covering much of northern Kentucky, including suburban counties around Cincinnati and Louisville. Gallrein won the Republican nomination by defeating incumbent Rep. Thomas Massie, who had held the seat since 2014.
Ralph Alvarado concedes District 6 congressional election to Zach DemboZach Dembo defeats Alvarado in District 6 midterm election
Ralph Alvarado conceded the District 6 congressional midterm election to Zach Dembo. He delivered a concession speech Tuesday at Solid Rock Angus Barn in Winchester, Kentucky. Brooke Johnson photographed the event for the Kentucky Kernel.
Big Blue Dreams: Could the Wildcats make the playoffs?
Kentucky was ranked No. 6 in the initial College Football Playoff rankings, marking the program’s first projected berth in the 12-team field. The 7-1 Wildcats would host Notre Dame in a first-round game at Kroger Field if the playoffs began now. The selection committee will release its next rankings next week; Kentucky visits Tennessee on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. in Knoxville.
Herald-LeaderWhere will Kentucky land in first College Football Playoff rankings? - Lexington Herald Leader
Herald-LeaderWhere the College Football Playoff committee ranked Kentucky in its first top 25 - Lexington Herald Leader
Herald-LeaderWhere the College Football Playoff committee ranked Kentucky in its first top 25 - Lexington Herald Leader
Herald-LeaderWhere the College Football Playoff committee ranked Kentucky in its first top 25 - Lexington Herald Leader
WKYTKentucky ranked No. 6 in initial College Football Playoff rankings
Herald-LeaderWhere is Kentucky in first College Football Playoff rankings of 2026? - Lexington Herald Leader
LEX18Kentucky football ranked 6th in first College Football Playoff Projection
Herald-LeaderKentucky's rank in initial College Football Playoff rankings - Lexington Herald Leader
Herald-LeaderMiami earns top spot in first CFP rankings; Notre Dame slots 11th - Lexington Herald Leader
WUKYBig Blue Dreams: Could the Wildcats make the playoffs?
FCPS Board Chair Tyler Murphy claims victory in tight race; Ferguson secures her district
Fayette County Board of Education Chair Tyler Murphy narrowly won reelection to his Division 2 seat in Lexington on Tuesday, defeating Kathy Schifllet by 39 votes, 6,612 to 6,573. R.J. Hijalda finished third with 1,687 votes. Amanda Main Ferguson retained her Division 4 seat, defeating Rodney Allen Jackson 8,357 to 6,460; all results are unofficial.
Report: Russell Wilson interviewed for NC State coaching jobNC State coaching job reportedly draws Russell Wilson interview
Russell Wilson interviewed for a coaching job at North Carolina State, according to a report by the Lexington Herald-Leader. The report listing provided no further details.
No. 23 Kentucky Rolls Past Manhattan
No. 23 Kentucky opened its men’s basketball season with an 85-57 win over Manhattan Tuesday at Rupp Arena in Lexington. Milan Momcilovic led the Wildcats with 24 points, including six 3-pointers, while Alex Wilkins scored 10 points and recorded seven steals; Malachi Moreno had eight points and 10 rebounds. Kentucky led by as many as 39 and will host James Madison on Friday.
Spectrum News 1Kentucky beats Manhattan 85-57 behind Momcilovic’s hot shooting
LEX18Kentucky soars to opening night win over Manhattan, 85-57
WKYTKentucky opens season with 85-57 win over Manhattan
Herald-LeaderMilan Momcilovic stars in Kentucky debut as No. 23 Wildcats top Manhattan - Lexington Herald Leader
Herald-LeaderMomcilovic stars in Kentucky debut as No. 23 Wildcats top Manhattan - Lexington Herald Leader
FOX 56No. 23 Kentucky beats Manhattan 85-57 behind Milan Momcilovic's 24 points
WKYTKentucky Wildcats dominate Manhattan Jaspers in season opener
The Kentucky KernelPHOTOS: No. 23 Kentucky wins season opener against Manhattan 85-57
Herald-LeaderIn his Kentucky debut, Milan Momcilovic showed why ‘he’s like the sun’ - Lexington Herald Leader
Herald-LeaderIn his Kentucky debut, Milan Momcilovic showed why ‘he’s like the sun’ - Lexington Herald Leader
WUKYNo. 23 Kentucky Rolls Past Manhattan
Kansas will be an early measuring stick for Pope's UK teamPope's Cats make promising start before Kansas test
Kentucky’s Wildcats have made a promising start under coach Mark Pope. An early matchup with Kansas will test the team’s progress.
Charles Booker addresses supporters after losing Kentucky U.S. Senate raceBooker speaks after election loss at Louisville watch party
Kentucky Democrats gathered at Louisville’s Galt House to watch results in the U.S. Senate race between Democrat Charles Booker and Republican Andy Barr. Booker lost the race and addressed supporters afterward, with his reaction captured in a video. His campaign had received endorsements from former President Barack Obama and Gov. Andy Beshear.
Police, fire blotter (Nov. 2)
Frankfort police, county deputies, fire and EMS responded to five non-injury crashes Monday in Frankfort and Franklin County. Reports included fraud complaints, several thefts, an assault allegation at Kroger on Brighton Park Boulevard and a possible sexual offense on Willow Street. Crews investigated a fire, answered a shots-fired complaint on South Lime Street, rescued a cat from a tree and responded to a possible labor call.
Traditional Bank Athlete of the Week: Western Hills’ Brooks scores three touchdowns in win over Frankfort
Western Hills junior DaiLeon Brooks was named Traditional Bank Athlete of the Week after rushing for three touchdowns in the Wolverines’ 56-16 win over Frankfort on Friday. Brooks has scored four touchdowns and rushed for more than 250 yards this season; his other touchdown came in Western Hills’ 35-0 win over Grant County. The Wolverines travel to North Oldham on Friday for the first round of the Class 4A state playoffs.
Smith-Willis, Unger, Waldridge and May earn city commission seats
Frankfort voters elected Katima Smith-Willis, Leesa Unger, Katrisha Waldridge and Kelly May to the Board of Commissioners, with Smith-Willis leading the close race with 4,022 votes. Unger and Waldridge each received 3,932 votes, and May received 3,908, leaving 114
Frankfort commission formalizes Capital City Museum partnership with unanimous voteAgreement spells out city and museum roles as partnership grows
Frankfort’s Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a memorandum of agreement with the Museum of the City of Frankfort Inc., which operates the Capital City Museum. The museum and city have worked together since the museum opened in 2004, but their partnership had not been formally documented. Museum supervisor Eleanor Hasken-Wagner said the agreement clarifies each party’s responsibilities and supports the museum’s continued growth; day-to-day operations will not change.
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