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London mayor responds to criticism after removal of two plaques

LONDON, Ky. (WKYT) - London Mayor Tracie Handley responded to criticism Thursday following the removal of two plaques. In a social media post, Handley said that the plaques honoring Troy Rudder and Randy Smith for their contributions to tourism and community development were not approved by a vote of the London City Council in 2024, though they were later installed.

London, KY · 1d

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Corbin Man Arrested After Allegedly Shooting His Wife

According to a citation, Kentucky State Police have charged 82-year-old David Holbrook in connection with a Tuesday night, November 3rd shooting. The incident allegedly took place around 10 p.m. at a residence near KY-90. This was during an argument with the victim, his wife, 70-year-old Gail Holbrook. Gail Holbrook is...

Corbin, KY · 2d

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London mayor terminates fire chief, assistant fire chief

LONDON, Ky. (WKYT) - London Mayor Tracie Handley reportedly terminated the city’s fire chief and assistant fire chief. According to termination letters obtained by WKYT, Fire Chief Donnie Hale and Assistant Fire Chief Brandon Wagers were dismissed, effective immediately, due to concerns about department leadership, firefighter training requirements and an incident involving activating a fire alarm on Dec. 3, 2025.

London, KY · 2d

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Warrant reveals new details in Monticello football game strangulation case

After an East Bernstadt woman was arrested for allegedly strangling a Monticello student-athlete during a football game, newly filed court documents have unveiled disturbing new details in the case.

Monticello, KY · 2d

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Kentucky school district warns against misinformation following report of weapon at middle school

CLAY COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT) - Officials at a Kentucky school district are warning families against misinformation following the report of a weapon at its middle school. Clay County Public Schools officials said Thursday in a social media post that spreading false or misleading information involving school safety “create unnecessary fear and panic within our community.”

Clay County, KY · 1d

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Missing London man located

LONDON, Ky. (WYMT) - UPDATE: Oakley has been located. ORIGINAL STORY - A Golden Alert has been issued for a 21-year-old man reported missing in London. Christopher Eugene Oakley was reported missing at 10:48 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5. He was last seen off Moriah Road. Oakley is a white man,...

London, KY · 1d

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London mayor-elect wants to move city government past controversy

London Mayor-elect Matt Orr says he wants to move the city government away from controversy and refocus attention on city business when he takes office in January.

London, KY · 1d

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Much needed rain helps pull burn ban in Laurel County

Much needed rain helps pull burn ban in Laurel County.

Laurel County, KY · 2d

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Man charged with fleeing police, drug possession in Laurel County

LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. – One man is facing multiple charges after a reported vehicle pursuit in Laurel County. According to Sheriff John Root with the Laurel County Sheriff’s Office, on Tuesday, a vehicle fled during an attempted traffic stop after a deputy observed the vehicle driving erratically around 1:08 a.m. on Kentucky 552.

Laurel County, KY · 1d

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This Kentucky Hike To A Forgotten Abandoned Settlement Feels Like Walking Into A Lost World

There are places in this world that feel like they exist just slightly outside of regular time, and one of them is sitting on top of a mountain in Kentucky waiting for you to find it. Hensley Settlement, tucked away on the ridge of Brush Mountain within Cumberland Gap National...

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Reported hunter near Jackson County schools was just leaves, deputies say

Jackson County High School and McKee Elementary School were placed on a soft lockdown Thursday morning after a report of a possible hunter turned out to be leaves.

Jackson County, KY · 2d

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Corbin Buyers Have More Options as Homes Sit Longer on the Market

Corbin buyers gained more leverage as active listings climbed roughly 20% and homes spent more time on the market than a year ago.

Corbin, KY · 12h

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Lawrence County upends North Laurel

LONDON — Lawrence County defeated North Laurel 35-14 in a late-season non-district game on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The Bulldogs rushed 38 times for 277 yards and four touchdowns. Cavin Williams rushed 11 times for 126 yards and two touchdowns in Lawrence County’s win. In a similar rushing performance, Kaden Johnson took 16 carries for 122 yards and two touchdowns, aiding the Bulldogs offensively.

Lawrence County, KY · 2d

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Second-half surge sends Knox Central past Letcher Central in playoff opener

BARBOURVILLE — Knox Central found itself in a battle during the first half of Friday’s Class 3A playoff opener against Letcher Central, but the Panthers took control after halftime to secure a convincing 48-21 victory. The win improved Knox Central to 8-3 and sent the Panthers into the...

Barbourville, KY · 15h

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Corbin explodes for 37 first-quarter points, cruises past Russell County in playoff opener

CORBIN — It didn’t take long for Corbin to make a statement in the opening round of the KHSAA Class 4A football playoffs. The Redhounds erupted for 37 first-quarter points and never looked back, cruising to a 64-7 victory over Russell County to advance to the second round of postseason play.

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Houston, Lawson reach milestones as Middlesboro blanks Lynn Camp in playoff opener

MIDDLESBORO — Middlesboro continued its impressive season with a dominant performance in the opening round of the KHSAA Class A football playoffs, defeating Lynn Camp 44-0 while two Yellow Jackets reached significant individual milestones. The victory improved Middlesboro to 10-1 and advanced the Yellow Jackets into the second round...

Middlesboro, KY · 1d

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KHSAA Football Playoffs Underway; Letcher Central Visits Knox Central Tonight as Mountain Teams Begin Postseason Play

The opening round of the KHSAA high school football playoffs got underway with 2 games played last night. In Class 3A the Letcher County Central Cougars will open the playoffs tonight on the road in Barbourville against the Knox Central Panthers. We’ll bring you the LCC-Knox Central game live tonight...

Whitesburg, KY · 1d

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South Laurel survives Madison Southern thriller, advances to second round of Class 5A playoffs

RICHMOND — South Laurel’s football season will continue for at least another week after the Cardinals survived a thrilling 42-40 battle against Madison Southern in the opening round of the KHSAA Class 5A playoffs Friday. The two-point victory improved South Laurel to 8-3 and sent the Cardinals into...

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