GOP Whip Says Beshear Should Hope Walz Doesn't Die Soon at Nicholasville Rally for Alvarado

Jessamine County GOP Headquarters — Reported Alvarado Rally Venue. House Republican Whip Tom Emmer told a crowd in Nicholasville on Wednesday, “I'm not going to say that you have the dumbest governor in the United States,” before adding that the Kentucky governor should hope Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz does not die soon. The comment came during a get-out-the-vote rally meant to boost Republican congressional candidate Ralph Alvarado ahead of early voting in a competitive House race.

PRs Help Christian County Finish 24 at State XC Meet (w/PHOTOS)

Christian County finished in 24th place at the Kentucky Beef Council KHSAA Class 3A State Cross Country Meet in Lexington on Saturday. The Tigers’ team total of 698 was the third-lowest behind Region 1 schools Apollo and Daviess County. Cayden Cline was the first Tiger to cross the line,...

Getting a lot of political texts? Here’s how they got your number and how to stop them

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - With Election Day quickly approaching, you may be noticing more political text messages popping up on your phone. You’re not alone. Many voters are asking the same questions: How did they get my number, and how can I make them stop?. Here’s what to know:...

Voting machine issue reported in Madison County

From prison to purpose: Jessamine County woman shares journey of recovery

Jessica Barnett knows what it is like to need help. Now, she is working to provide it to others. Barnett is a house manager at a sober living home, where she supports people navigating recovery.

Breeders’ Cup returns to Lexington, bringing heavier traffic

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - The Breeders’ Cup is back in Lexington for the first time in four years, and drivers should expect heavier traffic volume throughout the area. People are traveling from all over to attend the international event. Drivers should add an extra hour to their trip to ensure parking.

Committee discusses potential changes to Kentucky racing and breeding program

Lexington, KY – A host of proposed changes to the current Kentucky Standardbred racing and breeding program were discussed during a two-hour meeting of the Kentucky Standardbred Development Fund & Standardbred Breeders Incentive Fund Advisory Committee on Oct. 28. The meeting centered on discussion of the pros and cons...

Beshear joins Dembo at campaign rally in Winchester

Zach Dembo was joined by Gov. Andy Beshear Thursday at a rally in Winchester.

More than 135,000 Kentuckians cast ballots on first day of early voting, upping numbers since 2022

LEXINGTON — Fred Vickers said he waited more than an hour to vote at the Tates Creek library in Lexington Thursday afternoon.  “Once you get inside, there’s nothing to it,” Vickers added. He waited to cast his ballot because he felt like it was his “civic duty.” The line at the library stretched out the front […]

Kentucky Halloween: Louisville-Lexington Safety Tips Oct. 31

Kentucky parents should prepare for chilly weather, dark roads and increased trick-or-treating traffic Saturday.

Alvarado rallies supporters in Winchester, emphasizes voter turnout

Republican congressional candidate Ralph Alvarado spent Election Day in Winchester, encouraging supporters to cast their ballots on Nov. 3.

New Ukrainian support center opening in downtown Nicholasville

One woman has opened a center in Jessamine County for Ukrainian families to find support, education and connection, all for free.

Lexington mayor proposes shared appreciation loans for first-time home buyers

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton proposed shared appreciation loans Tuesday. The program would make homeownership possible for lower-income households by reducing monthly mortgage payments. The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council supported the mayor’s proposal and set aside $1 million, which would be enough to assist 15 to 20...

Dialysis center to pay $175K after deaf Lexington patient denied interpreter

A settlement has been reached following an investigation into an alleged violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act at a Lexington dialysis center.

Lexington voters queue up for more than hour-long waits on the first day of early voting

It's just after 11 a.m. on day one of early voting at the Tate's Creek Library Voting Center. Cars are parked far down the winding road leading up to the building, and the line stretches out the door and all the way back to the street. As it becomes clear...

Long lines greet Lexington voters as early voting begins in Kentucky

Early voting is underway in Kentucky, and the first day brought long lines and voters eager to make their voices heard.

Gov. Andy Beshear attends rally for Zach Dembo in Lexington

At Wise Bird Cider Co., hundreds of Lexingtonians rally for Democratic candidate for Congress Zach Dembo in Lexington, on Thursday, Oct. 29. Gov. Andy Beshear endorsed Dembo, who spoke on policies regarding gas prices, ending the war in Iran and workers’ rights five days before the midterm election. Not...

Measles cases increase to more than 200 in ongoing Kentucky outbreak

The Kentucky Department for Public Health confirmed 201 cases of measles Thursday. At least 11 people have been hospitalized in the ongoing outbreak.

State of the Race: Dembo, Alvarado make final pitches in central Kentucky with party support

NICHOLASVILLE — With just days left before to sway voters in Kentucky’s central congressional 6th District, Democrat Zach Dembo and Republican Ralph Alvarado are making their final pitches with entourages of fellow party members.  As Republicans nationally batten down the hatches as Democrats are predicted to take control of the U.S. House during midterms next […]