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Lexington Herald-Leader @kentucky.com · 50m
He taught at a Charlotte middle school, NC prosecutors say.
Ex-teacher convicted of raping 15-year-old is killed by fellow inmate, NC cops say
He taught at a Charlotte middle school, NC prosecutors say.
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Lexington Herald-Leader @kentucky.com · 1h
The Lexington Police Department was looking for six suspects Friday afternoon.
Juvenile injured in Friday afternoon shooting in Lexington
The Lexington Police Department was looking for six suspects Friday afternoon.
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Lexington Herald-Leader @kentucky.com · 1h
Aspirin remains one of the most inexpensive drugs in the pharmacy. A familiar brand name tablet costs less than 6 cents a pill. A bottle containing 300 tablets will set you back under $17. Despite the low price, the value of aspirin might be priceless.
Aspirin against cancer and heart attack recurrence
Aspirin remains one of the most inexpensive drugs in the pharmacy. A familiar brand name tablet costs less than 6 cents a pill. A bottle containing 300 tablets will set you back under $17. Despite the low price, the value of aspirin might be priceless.
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Lexington Herald-Leader @kentucky.com · 2h
The animal lived between 193 and 184 million years ago on the modern-day “Jurassic Coast.”
Rare fossil of ‘sword dragon’ found on UK shoreline is a new species. See it
The animal lived between 193 and 184 million years ago on the modern-day “Jurassic Coast.”
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Lexington Herald-Leader @kentucky.com · 3h
“The Nobel Committee proved they place politics over peace,” a White House official said in response to Trump being passed over for the prize.
Should Trump have won the Nobel prize? New poll reveals consensus among Americans
“The Nobel Committee proved they place politics over peace,” a White House official said in response to Trump being passed over for the prize.
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Lexington Herald-Leader @kentucky.com · 4h
Take a look at recently discovered animals.
Creatures with ‘visible’ organs, a ‘knife-like’ body and three other new species
Take a look at recently discovered animals.
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Lexington Herald-Leader @kentucky.com · 4h
The educator of 42 years said the mandate is a line he refuses to cross. “Politics and religion have no place in the public schools,” he said.
Band director resigns after refusing to hang Ten Commandments in Texas classroom
The educator of 42 years said the mandate is a line he refuses to cross. “Politics and religion have no place in the public schools,” he said.
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Lexington Herald-Leader @kentucky.com · 5h
Take a look at animal encounters and videos from around the world.
First-of-their-kind trail cam photos, ‘apex predators’ and 3 more wildlife stories
Take a look at animal encounters and videos from around the world.
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Lexington Herald-Leader @kentucky.com · 6h
The 51-year-old theater teacher distributed child sexual abuse material to an undercover officer, prosecutors say.
KY high school teacher charged with federal child pornography offenses
The 51-year-old theater teacher distributed child sexual abuse material to an undercover officer, prosecutors say.
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Lexington Herald-Leader @kentucky.com · 6h
She won a big prize on a $5 scratch-off.
Lottery player uses special number and wins big in MD — then a butterfly appears
She won a big prize on a $5 scratch-off.
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Lexington Herald-Leader @kentucky.com · 7h
The Republican president described it as “a sort of semi-annual physical.”
Trump had a second physical exam in 6 months. Is that unusual? Experts weigh in
The Republican president described it as “a sort of semi-annual physical.”
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Lexington Herald-Leader @kentucky.com · 7h
Exantus was released from prison after serving less than half of his sentence for assaulting a Kentucky family.
Ronald Exantus, recently released in KY, arrested in FL. What we know so far
Exantus was released from prison after serving less than half of his sentence for assaulting a Kentucky family.
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Lexington Herald-Leader @kentucky.com · 7h
The Lexington Police Department was looking for six suspects Friday afternoon.
Juvenile injured in Friday afternoon shooting in Lexington
The Lexington Police Department was looking for six suspects Friday afternoon.
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Lexington Herald-Leader @kentucky.com · 7h
Chris Woodall, a former city planner, has announced he will run in the now vacant 10th Council District.
Lexington councilman announces he won’t seek re-election in 2026
Chris Woodall, a former city planner, has announced he will run in the now vacant 10th Council District.
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Lexington Herald-Leader @kentucky.com · 8h
“Did he bring his ID with him?”
Australia liquor store gets surprise guest as iconic animal walks in. See moment
“Did he bring his ID with him?”
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Lexington Herald-Leader @kentucky.com · 8h
An EV battery facility and energy-related research endeavors could be on the funding chopping block, according to a list of potential cuts.
These KY energy projects may lose funding as Trump administration eyes more cuts
An EV battery facility and energy-related research endeavors could be on the funding chopping block, according to a list of potential cuts.
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Lexington Herald-Leader @kentucky.com · 8h
Police Chief Lawrence Weathers had recommended a three-day suspension for the officer for viewing footage of a shooting without permission.
Lexington council rejects 3-day suspension of police officer. What’s next?
Police Chief Lawrence Weathers had recommended a three-day suspension for the officer for viewing footage of a shooting without permission.
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Lexington Herald-Leader @kentucky.com · 9h
Photos show the ancient loaves and their various religious designs.
1,200-year-old Communion bread with Jesus figure design unearthed in Turkey
Photos show the ancient loaves and their various religious designs.
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Lexington Herald-Leader @kentucky.com · 9h
Minnifield’s new book, “Yes, That’s Vegan: Rooted & Balanced,” will be the topic of the event hosted at Black Soil.
Equestrian and actor Chanel Minnifield to discuss debut novel at 250Lex event
Minnifield’s new book, “Yes, That’s Vegan: Rooted & Balanced,” will be the topic of the event hosted at Black Soil.
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Lexington Herald-Leader @kentucky.com · 9h
The Savannah Bananas will play a three-game series against the Indianapolis Clowns at Great American Ballpark in June.
Savannah Bananas returning to Cincinnati for 2026 Banana Ball World Tour
The Savannah Bananas will play a three-game series against the Indianapolis Clowns at Great American Ballpark in June.
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Lexington Herald-Leader @kentucky.com · 10h
Check out the latest shelter animal stories from across the United States.
Beloved missing cat is reunited with Lowe’s workers & 4 other shelter stories
Check out the latest shelter animal stories from across the United States.
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Lexington Herald-Leader @kentucky.com · 10h
The documentary was produced by KET, and will also air on the network later this month.
Documentary on Lexington’s 250-year history to premiere at The Kentucky Theater
The documentary was produced by KET, and will also air on the network later this month.
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Lexington Herald-Leader @kentucky.com · 11h
Photos show the “plush” animal discovered on a mountain in Vietnam.
‘Velvety’ pregnant creature caught in underground trap. It’s a new species
Photos show the “plush” animal discovered on a mountain in Vietnam.
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Lexington Herald-Leader @kentucky.com · 11h
The owner of failed roofing company Lexington Blue and his wife had sought control of their bank accounts.
Fayette judge: Assets of Lexington Blue owner, wife will remain frozen
The owner of failed roofing company Lexington Blue and his wife had sought control of their bank accounts.
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Lexington Herald-Leader @kentucky.com · 12h
The Bulldogs claim their first 43rd District title as Henry Clay knocks off Frederick Douglass for the 42nd District crown.
Dunbar ends Lexington Catholic’s 5-year reign as girls soccer district champions
The Bulldogs claim their first 43rd District title as Henry Clay knocks off Frederick Douglass for the 42nd District crown.
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