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A Kentucky man who tried to legally accept culpability for killing the daughter of a former state legislator was not allowed to do so during a hearing on Monday—at least not in the exact way he wanted. That effort led to a dispute between the state and the defense. Ultimately, the judge had to step in for clarity’s sake.

FRENCHBURG, Ky. (WTVQ) – The Menifee County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help finding a man who went missing in late March of this year. Deputies say James “Jimmy” Smallwood was last seen March 22, 2022 in Frenchburg. He’s described as 5’8″ and...

Clarence Allen “Big Al” Clifton age 73 of Flat Gap Kentucky, formerly of Van Lear, Kentucky, passed away May 14, 2022 at his home surrounded by his loved ones. Allen was born on December 31, 1948 in Johnson County Kentucky, to the late George and Clestina Ward Clifton.

— Berea College is building on the success of the Matilda Hamilton Fee Hydroelectric Station at Lock 12 on the Kentucky River by partnering with Appalachian Hydro Associates to build a second hydropower plant 35 miles upstream at Lock and Dam 14 near Heidelberg in Lee County. In 2021, Berea...

RICHMOND, Ky. (WTVQ) – Eastern Kentucky University is responding to growing concerns from people who attended its Graduation ceremonies on Friday. Many people expressing concerns over the way it was conducted, some saying multiple students were escorted out of Roy Kidd Stadium because of how hot it was outside, suffering heat related medical issues.

– A critical infrastructure project for Eastern Kentucky and a priority for Gov. Andy Beshear’s administration is advancing to construction six months ahead of schedule. Kentucky Transportation Cabinet awarded a contract to widen 11 miles of the Mountain Parkway in Wolfe County to Bizzack Construction Co. This project is...

No. 7 Louisville began its final week of the regular season with a dominating performance against Eastern Kentucky on Tuesday evening. The Cardinals pounded out 13 hits, including home runs by Ben Metzinger and Dalton Rushing, in a 10-3 win. UofL improved to 36-15-1 overall, while EKU dropped to 33-18.

Berea College is building on the success of the Matilda Hamilton Fee Hydroelectric Station at Lock 12 on the Kentucky River by partnering with Appalachian Hydro Associates to build a second hydropower plant 35 miles upstream at Lock and Dam 14 near Heidelberg in Lee County. In 2021, Berea College...

MOREHEAD, Ky. (WCHS) — Troopers in Kentucky report they are investigating the death of an elderly Rowan County man. Eddie Thomas, 80, of Morehead was attempting to cross high water in a utility vehicle along Bullfork Road Saturday and was overcome by the current, according to a news release from Kentucky State Police.

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A judge entered a not guilty plea on behalf of the man accused of killing the daughter of a former Kentucky lawmaker. According to a report by LEX 18, the judge entered the plea Monday morning on behalf of Richmond murder suspect Shannon Gilday. Gilday, 23,...

WINCHESTER, Ky. (WTVQ) – You’ve heard plenty of stories of firefighters getting kittens and cats down from trees, but it’s not every day you hear about rescuing large dogs from a house roof. It happened Sunday in Winchester. According to a Facebook post on the Winchester Professional...

80-year-old Kentucky Grandpa Swept Away in Flooded CreekMGN. Kentucky State Police received a call for assistance in reference to a drowning. KSP was advised the incident occurred on Bullfork Road in Rowan County.

RICHMOND, Ky. (AP) - A judge has entered a not guilty plea for a man accused of fatally shooting the daughter of a former Kentucky lawmaker during a home invasion. News outlets report 23-year-old Shannon Gilday appeared in Madison Circuit Court on Monday for a continued arraignment on charges that include murder and attempted murder. His attorney tried to enter a plea of guilty but mentally ill on his behalf last week, but the prosecution argued against it and the judge continued the hearing.

BEREA, Ky. (KT) – Berea College is building on the success of the Matilda Hamilton Fee hydroelectric station at Lock 12 on the Kentucky River, by partnering with Appalachian Hydro Associates to build a second plant 35 miles upstream at Lock and Dam 14 near Heidelberg in Lee County.

Cristian Hernandez showed no lack of confidence as he strutted down the red carpet after being named this year's prom king of Jeffersonville High in Southern Indiana.  Dressed in long, black sequined gown and a blond wig, Hernandez twirled and tossed his hair back after his name was called — the scene captured in a viral video uploaded to TikTok. ...

RICHMOND, Ky. – The 2022 Eastern Kentucky University volleyball ASUN Conference schedule was recently released by the league office. The Colonels' first ASUN match of the season will be at home against Lipscomb on Friday, Sept. 23. One day later EKU will host ASUN newcomer Austin Peay. Eastern Kentucky...

FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ/PRESS RELEASE) – Conservation officers with the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources are investigating the apparent drowning of a Madison County boy who had been fishing with his family on Sunday. Officers responded after a call was received shortly after 8 p.m. (EDT) by Kentucky...

Members of the Kentucky Zeta Chapter of Sigma Phi Epsilon (Sig Ep) fraternity at Morehead State University came together to celebrate their 50th anniversary on April 22 and 23. During this special celebration, a group of more than 175 Sig Ep alumni and active students dedicated the newly named Sigma...