I’m 53 and I Had to Spend 2 Months on a Waiting List to...
Thinking about buying a home but signing another lease instead? Welcome to Rental Diaries, where real people break down what it’s actually like to rent—what they pay, what they sacrifice, and what they’re still dreaming about. Today, an AI analyst shares how she found her dream rental—a...
What would Lexington mayor candidates to do fix city’s snow, ice response?
In early 2025, Winter Storm Blair covered Lexington in snow and ice for weeks after intense precipitation and a long string of days below freezing temperature. Lexington struggled to keep streets clear in the novel storm, but promised to do better in the future. A year later, Winter Storm Fern brought the same set of conditions to the city. Lexington did not do better...
What could the state do about FCPS finance problems? Here’s the process
In addressing Fayette County Public Schools’ financial problems, the Kentucky Department of Education is following steps in a management improvement program regulation, KDE district spokesperson Jennifer Ginn said. “KDE is following steps provided in the management improvement program regulation : 703 KAR 3:205 .,” Ginn told the Herald-Leader Thursday. The regulation says management improvement services are used for “school districts which demonstrate such a...
Lexington Police honor retired K-9 who passed away
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - A retired Lexington K-9 has passed away. Vic, a retired K-9 who joined the Lexington Police Department in 2014, passed away last week. He was a patrol and narcotics detection K-9. One of his former handlers said, “K-9 Vic was the best canine I’ve worked with...
Patty Gasso sends Oklahoma a ruthless message after SEC Softball Tournament collapse
Patty Gasso delivers Sooners a wake-up call after loss to Georgia
FCPS board to consider selling multiple properties
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) — The Fayette County Public Schools Board is set to vote May 21 on declaring several district properties surplus and approving their sale, according to agenda documents obtained by WKYT. The proposals are listed as consent items for the board’s regular meeting and each includes approval...
Heavy traffic expected in downtown Lexington during UK commencement
The Lexington Police Department is reminding people to expect heavier traffic ahead of the University of Kentucky’s commencement ceremonies.
3 Dreamy Kentucky Airbnbs With Pools and Waterfront Views
A dreamy vacation in the Bluegrass almost always requires time by the water, whether you’re admiring a rushing river, hiking to a waterfall, or perhaps staying at one of the best water-feature Airbnbs in Kentucky. We’re talking private pools, access to the water, and, of course, ample opportunities for a hot tub soak. After checking […]
Lexington animal control investigates severe neglect of two puppies
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Lexington Fayette Animal Care and Control is investigating an animal cruelty case involving two severely malnourished pit bull mix puppies. The eight-month-old siblings were found Thursday walking down the street. One was found on Mount Foracker and the other not far away on Buckhorn Drive. Lt....
Construction incident impacts sterile unit at Kentucky hospital
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - An incident has affected the central sterile unit at a Lexington hospital. According to a release, construction crews notified leadership at the University of Kentucky Chandler Hospital of the incident this morning, which impacted some surgical operations. In the release, UK HealthCare said that the hospital’s...
