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Kentucky basketball’s Mark Pope called Zoom Diallo a “great connector.” The Lexington Herald-Leader published the comments in a video.
Lexington, Kentucky, elected at-large Councilmember James Brown as its next vice mayor after he received the most votes in the at-large races. Brown will be the city’s first African American vice mayor. Current Vice Mayor Dan Wu and Stephanie Aschmann Spires won the other two at-large seats.
Kentucky men’s basketball landed a commitment from 7-foot-5 center Cherif Millogo, a top prospect in the 2027 class, on Wednesday. The St. Francis High School player announced his decision after an official visit to Lexington, choosing Mark Pope’s Wildcats over other programs. Rivals ranks Millogo No. 11 nationally, No. 2 among centers and No. 1 in California. He joins four-star wing Ryan Hampton in Kentucky’s 2027 class.
The Associated Press projects Democrats will take control of the U.S. House after flipping several Republican-held seats, though votes remain uncounted in some races and the size of their majority is unclear. Voter concerns about affordability, gas prices and the war in Iran featured prominently in the midterm campaign. House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries could become speaker; if elected by his colleagues, he would be the first Black person to hold the post. Democrats last controlled the House in
Jordan Jackson and Isaiah Padgett, both 19, were indicted Oct. 19 in connection with the Aug. 21 shooting death of 19-year-old Jarell Rojas in Lexington. A detective testified that Jackson shot Rojas in the head while they were in Rojas’ car, which later crashed into a home on Tilden Drive. Jackson faces murder, robbery and criminal mischief charges; Padgett also faces charges of fleeing or evading police and falsely reporting an accident. They are due in Fayette Circuit Court Thursday at 9 a.m.
Georgetown Mayor Burney Jenkins won re-election in Scott County, where turnout reached 47.6%, according to County Clerk Rebecca Johnson—above the statewide rate of 42%. Early voting also increased, with more than 2,500 voters turning out on one day. Jenkins said he wants to expand recreation for families and continue prioritizing education. Results remain unofficial pending a state-required audit Monday.
Apple is cutting employee budgets for artificial intelligence work as part of a cost-control push, Bloomberg News reported. The report was carried by the Lexington Herald-Leader. The available report did not specify the size of the cuts or which teams are affected.
The Baltimore Ravens are reportedly working on a trade for quarterback Jacoby Brissett as the team seeks help at the position.
No. 14 Kentucky opened its women’s basketball season with an 85-42 win over Morehead State at Historic Memorial Coliseum. The Wildcats led 42-15 at halftime after holding the Eagles to 16.7% shooting in the first quarter and outrebounding them 29-13 in the first half. Clara Strack had 13 points at halftime and six blocks through three quarters. Kentucky improved to 49-4 in home openers and
The Lexington Herald-Leader explains how Kentucky voters can check whether their mail-in ballots were counted.
A letter published by the Lexington Herald-Leader applauds women who won seats in the midterm elections. The headline does not identify the candidates or races.
Democrat Zach Dembo, a federal prosecutor and veteran, won Kentucky’s 6th Congressional District seat, formerly held by Rep. Andy Barr. He defeated Republican Ralph Alvarado, a former Kentucky state senator, in a closely watched race. Gov. Andy Beshear endorsed Dembo, while President Donald Trump and Barr backed Alvarado during the campaign.
University of Kentucky officials emailed students Monday, Nov. 2, about draft
Cherif Millogo, a highly ranked center in the 2027 class, has committed to Kentucky, according to 247Sports. The Burkina Faso native, who attends St. Francis High School in California, said his visit and coach Mark Pope’s use of big men influenced his choice. Rankings vary: 247Sports lists him at 7-foot-4 and No. 45 nationally, while ESPN ranks him No. 8 and lists him at 7-foot-5. Millogo is Kentucky’s second 2027 commitment.
Supporters of Republican Ralph Alvarado gathered at SRA Solid Rock Angus in Winchester on Election Night to watch results in Kentucky’s 6th Congressional District race. Democrat Zach Dembo defeated Alvarado. Supporters reflected on the campaign, and Alvarado thanked those who backed him.
The headline refers to results from Louisville’s 2026 mayoral election. The supplied text does not include vote totals, candidate names or the outcome.
Two major shopping centers in Louisville have a new owner following a $295 million deal.
Alcohol stocks are rising, including those tied to Kentucky bourbon. The rally has prompted questions about whether the election’s “blue wave” contributed, but the headline does not identify a confirmed cause.
Brenda Monarrez reclaimed Lexington’s Fourth District City Council seat Tuesday, defeating Emma Curtis in a rematch of their close 2024 race. Curtis had become the first transgender person elected to the council; she said the result ended LGBTQ+ representation there. The candidates had accused each other of misleading voters during the campaign. After the result, Curtis criticized Monarrez’s campaign, while Monarrez said voters rejected what she called a publicity stunt and thanked supporters.
No. 5 Alabama and No. 14 LSU are seeking to strengthen their College Football Playoff cases. Their matchup gives both ranked teams an opportunity to improve their postseason standing.
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