University of Kentucky student accused of using racial slurs during assault
A white University of Kentucky student is accused of physically assaulting a Black student worker while repeatedly using racial slurs.
Kentucky man charged in cold case murder of 69-year-old Gary woman
A Kentucky man has been charged in connection with the brutal slaying of a 69-year-old woman inside her Gary, Indiana home in 1994.
Former Crestwood mayor gets early prison release
Just three months into a one-year sentence for taking bribes, former Crestwood Mayor Louis Presta is set to be released from federal prison in Kentucky.
Wendy’s E. coli outbreak spreads to more states, CDC says
The e. Coli outbreak linked to romaine lettuce from Wendy’s has spread to at least 6 states, but health officials warn there may be more unreported cases elsewhere.
Biden surveys Kentucky flood damage, pledges more help as state braces for storms
At least 37 people have died after the worst flooding in Kentucky’s history, and flooding remains a threat with more thunderstorms in the forecast this week.
4 Louisville police officers charged in connection with raid that led to Breonna Taylor's death
The charges are another effort to hold law enforcement accountable for the killing of Breonna Taylor after one of the officers was acquitted of state charges earlier this year.
Dozens still missing in Kentucky as state braces for more rain
Kentucky state police are taking calls from worried people who can’t locate loved ones due to spotty cell phone service.
Kentucky flooding: At least 25 dead as search for victims continues
Kentucky is expecting more rain storms in coming days as rescue crews continue the struggle to get into hard-hit areas, some of them among the poorest places in America.
Woman wins lottery, buys gift cards for strangers
“I got an expected gift and I believe in paying it forward and I wanted to pass it along,” Crystal Dunn said.
See the photos: Colonel Sanders’ former house, restaurant for sale in Kentucky
The complex in Kentucky includes a working restaurant — but it’s not a KFC.
3 police officers killed in Kentucky by suspect with rifle
Lance Storz opened fire on officers serving a warrant on his eastern Kentucky home, investigators say. Two officers were killed and five were injured.
Incarcerated father loses bid to attend Uvalde victim's funeral despite help from Kardashian, others
The father of a Uvalde, Texas, school shooting victim is currently in federal prison for a drug trafficking offense and had asked for a temporary release to attend the 10-year-old’s funeral.
Kentucky pediatrician allegedly tried to hire hitman to kill ex-husband, DOJ says
Stephanie Russell, 52, allegedly contacted someone who she thought would execute the hit but it actually ended up being an undercover FBI employee, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.
Stranded Kentucky man allegedly kills volunteer firefighter who stopped to help
Authorities are still investigating the shooting which has left many baffled.
Kentucky Derby 2022: Long-shot Rich Strike crosses finish line
Long-shot Rich Strike crosses finish line first in Kentucky Derby.
Jury awards $450,000 to man fired over unwanted office birthday party
A Kentucky jury has awarded a man $450,000 who sued his employer after he asked them not to celebrate his birthday at work — and they did it anyway.
2 years since Breonna Taylor’s death, what’s happened and changed
In the two years since Breonna Taylor was killed, her name and story continue to be a rallying cry for justice — especially this month after the acquittal of the only officer charged in connection with the raid that caused her death.
Breonna Taylor raid: Ex-officer cleared in deadly shooting
A Kentucky jury on Thursday cleared a former police officer of charges that he endangered neighbors when he fired shots into an apartment during the 2020 drug raid that ended with Breonna Taylor’s death.
Brett Hankison: Trial begins for ex-officer charged in raid that killed Breonna Taylor
The only Kentucky officer facing criminal charges in the botched Breonna Taylor police raid will stand trial Wednesday. Brett Hankison, now a former officer, is charged with shooting into Taylor’s neighbor’s apartment.
Brett Hankison trial: Jury selection starts for ex-cop involved in botched raid that killed Breonna Taylor
Hundreds of potential jurors gathering at a Louisville courthouse on Friday will learn whether they could be chosen for the only criminal trial over the botched police raid that left Breonna Taylor dead.