Lexington KY

Fayette County Public School officials said Monday the school district still doesn’t know how much money it will take from its contingency or rainy day fund to balance its books for the fiscal year that ends June 30. FCPS Acting Executive Director of Finance Amy Smith said during the board’s Monday planning meeting the

All the woman wanted was a peaceful walk through Kentucky’s stunning River Palisades. She expected a little fresh air, quiet surroundings, and nothing more. Then, as she made her way along, something strange caught her attention. A slight flicker of movement against the cliff, followed by soft, distant cries, stopped h

America’s Favorite Double Drive-Through Builds Louisiana Presence. June 09, 2026 // Franchising.com // WINCHESTER, Ky.– Checkers and Rally’s, the iconic double drive-thru burger and fries brand known for its legendary taste, undeniable value, and game-changing innovation, has announced the reopening of a restaurant in

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - A major donor is suing officials from the non-profit that operates Gatton Park on Town Branch, alleging they violated an agreement to name its water play area after her late son in exchange for her donation. In a suit filed last Thursday in Fayette County Circuit...

The man killed in a Sunday evening motorcycle collision on Boonesborough Road in Madison County has been identified as 47-year-old James Estep of East Bernstadt.

Lexington recorded 205 bicycle collisions with injuries in Fayette County between 2020 and 2025 — with more than a dozen resulting in serious injuries and nine ending in fatalities. That's grabbed the attention of local policymakers, who are weighing some changes to what's allowable in designated bicycle lanes. CivicLe

Reed Gerken announced his commitment to Kentucky on Monday, according to Hayes Fawcett of Rivals, giving head coach Will Stein and his staff their fourth commitment in just two days. The 6-foot-5, 305-pound offensive lineman from Perrysburg, Ohio, chose Kentucky over Illinois, Virginia Tech, and Wisconsin. According to

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Gas prices don’t just hit drivers at the pump; they’re also showing up on garbage and recycling bills. Gas prices in Lexington have dropped 27 cents per gallon in the last week, according to GasBuddy. The average now sits at $3.67. However, ongoing conflicts in the Middle East can continue to ch

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - With heavy rain and a risk for flash flooding in the forecast, there are several ways to stay safe this week. Emily Fay, the Public Information Officer for Lexington Emergency Management, says many of the safety issues having to do with heavy rainfall involve driving. “One...

A statue immortalizing the famed racehorse Man o' War was restored in late May at the Kentucky Horse Park.