Anderson County shooting prompts questions about Airbnb party approval process
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Two days after a Valentine’s Day shooting at an Airbnb involving more than 50 Kentucky State University students, questions remain about how such parties get approved. Anderson County’s tourism director Robbie Morgan said the shooting was concerning both personally and professionally. “As a...
Lexington restaurant that overcame COVID setback, fire closes permanently
A Lexington restaurant sidelined by the COVID pandemic, then rallied to open and overcame a fire has now closed permanently. Joella’s Hot Chicken, at 2305 Sir Barton Way in the Hamburg shopping area, has closed after a little more than five years. The company did not immediately respond to a request for comment, but...
Severe storms, then possible snow in the forecast for KY this week. Here’s when
A severe storm in the forecast could produce a tornado and other hazards in Kentucky later this week. Rounds of scattered showers and storms will likely develop over the region Thursday afternoon and evening, according to the latest National Weather Service forecast. The warmer temperatures this week will provide...
This Massive Discount Store In Kentucky Is So Cheap, People Drive Hours To Stock...
Tucked away in Lexington, Kentucky sits a shopping paradise where your dollars stretch like carnival taffy and bargain hunters experience a euphoria that can only be described as “discount nirvana.”. Roses isn’t just another store—it’s a treasure-filled wonderland that has Kentuckians mapping road trips just to fill...
Combs Ferry Road partially blocked due to serious vehicle collision
A portion of Combs Ferry Road in eastern Lexington will be closed until further notice due to a serious vehicle collision, according to police.
Dogs To Visit Rupp For Late-Night Matchup
Georgia (17-8, 5-7 SEC) vs. Kentucky (17-8, 8-4) Venue: Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center (20,050) TV: ESPN (Tom Hart, play-by-play; Dane Bradshaw, analyst) Radio: Georgia Bulldog Network; Sirius 382 (Scott Howard, play-by-play; Chuck Dowdle, analyst; Adam Gillespie, producer) Tickets: www.georgiadogs.com/mbbtix. The...
Kentucky Placed in Day 4 Severe Weather Outlook With 15–29% Storm Risk From Paducah...
Louisville, Kentucky — The Storm Prediction Center has placed much of Kentucky under a Day 4 severe weather outlook for Thursday, February 19, 2026, signaling a notable early heads-up for potential strong storms later this week. The outlook highlights a 15–29% probability of severe storms within 25 miles of any given...
Kentucky locks in official visit with 3-star wide receiver Brody Knowles
A new recruiting strategy became clear shortly after Will Stein took the Kentucky job. This SEC program was going to star recruiting Texas consistently. We saw that play out during the transfer portal window and in the evaluation period. Now the Wildcats are looking to close on some targets. One of those in the Lone...
Proposal to build data center in Mercer County sparks debate among community members
Residents of Mercer County are concerned about a proposed data center in the area, citing potential environmental and public health impacts, while local officials argue it could generate significant tax revenue for the county.
Will Stein has Kentucky in the mix for an elite four star athlete
Will Stein's relentless effort on the recruiting trail is paying off, as four-star Alabama athlete Braden Gordon names Kentucky as a finalist.
