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Lexington's city council will look a lot different after this year's elections, no matter who wins at the ballot box.
What's behind the Lexington city council exodus? Several point to compensation and stress
Lexington's city council will look a lot different after this year's elections, no matter who wins at the ballot box.
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January 12, 2026 at 10:49 PM
Lexington was one of hundreds of cities to stage protests against #ICE in reaction to the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good in Minnesota, though the arrival of two men wearing masks, vests, and carrying what looked like AR-15s led to some confusion at the event.
Kentuckians protest ICE killing; more than a thousand rally in Lexington
Lexington was one of hundreds of cities to stage protests against ICE over the weekend in reaction to the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good in Minnesota.
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January 12, 2026 at 8:25 PM
Joe's Blues does it again...
2025 style!
"A Look Back at The Best Blues Rock of 2025"

Leftovers that taste better and sound better!
You're all invited, 7 to 9 this evening
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January 12, 2026 at 8:03 PM
Over 150 people walked across the Capital Avenue Bridge in Frankfort on Saturday in a silent march protesting Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Story by @claywallace.bsky.social
Silent march winds through Frankfort to protest escalating violence from ICE
The demonstration was one of dozens across the state and thousands across the country following the killing of Renee Nicole Good by Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer Jonathan Ross.
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January 12, 2026 at 3:37 PM
Tonie Morgan scored 22 points, grabbed eight rebounds and dished out four assists as No. 6 Kentucky topped fifth-ranked Oklahoma 63-57 on Sunday inside Historic Memorial Coliseum.
No. 6 Cats hold off fifth-ranked Sooners on Sunday
Tonie Morgan scored 22 points, grabbed eight rebounds and dished out four assists as No. 6 Kentucky topped fifth-ranked Oklahoma 63-57 on Sunday inside Historic Memorial Coliseum.
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January 12, 2026 at 3:23 PM
Joe's Blues delivers 2025 jams...

A Look Back at the Best Blues Rock of 2025!
This Friday Night 9 to 11 PM
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Enjoy with your favorite new friends.
January 9, 2026 at 5:29 PM
Roughly 100,000 Kentuckians are directly affected, but critics say the premiums jumps will affect all insurance markets.
'We have to keep the pressure up': Healthcare subsidy supporters cheer House vote, await potential compromise in Senate
In a rebuke of Republican leadership, the House has passed legislation that would extend expired health care subsidies for those who get coverage through the Affordable Care Act, but the fate of the m...
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January 9, 2026 at 5:15 PM
The Kentucky congressman who led the push to force the release of files linked to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is criticizing the slow response by the Department of Justice.

From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social
Massie mulls response as DOJ continues missing Epstein deadlines
The Kentucky congressman who led the push to force the release of files linked to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is criticizing the slow response by the Department of Justice.
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January 9, 2026 at 9:56 AM
A Kentucky lawmaker is seeking to bar anyone not born in the US from holding local office — a change that would apply to Lexington's Vice Mayor Dan Wu.

From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social
Kentucky bill would restrict local offices to natural-born citizens only
A Kentucky lawmaker is seeking to bar anyone not born in the US from holding local office — a change that would apply to Lexington's Vice Mayor Dan Wu.
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January 9, 2026 at 3:11 AM
The Lexington Police Department's December report shows a -10.8% decrease in violent crime and a -7.9% decrease in property crime from 2024.

From @claywallace.bsky.social
2025 crime data reflects a safer Lexington
The Lexington Police Department's December report shows a -10.8% decrease in violent crime and a -7.9% decrease in property crime from 2024.
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January 9, 2026 at 2:52 AM
The US Senate voted Thursday to advance a bipartisan resolution barring President Donald Trump from using further military force “within or against Venezuela” unless he gets prior approval from Congress. The resolution passed without the support of Sen. McConnell.

From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social
McConnell, Paul at odds over effort to place guardrails on Trump's military actions in Venezuela
The US Senate voted Thursday to advance a bipartisan resolution barring President Donald Trump from using further military force “within or against Venezuela” unless he gets prior approval from Congre...
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January 9, 2026 at 2:13 AM
The next Lexington Urban County Council elections will see major turnover and the possible return of a former councilwoman once barred from city hall.

From @joshjameswuky.bsky.social
Lexington's most diverse city council will see a shakeup after elections
The next Lexington Urban County Council elections will see major turnover and the possible return of a former councilwoman once barred from city hall.
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January 8, 2026 at 10:24 PM
Otega Oweh scored 20 points but Kentucky saw a late lead disappear as the Cats fell to Missouri 73-68 on Wednesday night at Rupp Arena.
Kentucky falls to Missouri on Wednesday
Otega Oweh scored 20 points but Kentucky saw a late lead disappear as the Cats fell to Missouri 73-68 on Wednesday night at Rupp Arena.
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January 8, 2026 at 8:40 PM
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In remarks that frequently drew contrasts between the style and substance of his positions and those of the president, #Beshear laid out proposals meant to counter negative impacts he blamed on the administration.
'My budget pushes back': Beshear paints spending plan against backdrop of Trump policies
Gov. Andy Beshear delivered his State of the Commonwealth Address in the Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History Wednesday night.
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January 8, 2026 at 2:55 PM
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Several Kentucky lawmakers are expressing opposition to any effort by the US to acquire #Greenland by force, but the Republican leaders are putting different spins on the issue.
'I don't know what timeline we're living in': Kentucky leaders respond to Trump's Greenland ambitions
Several Kentucky lawmakers are expressing opposition to any effort by the US to acquire Greenland by force, but the Republican leaders are putting different spins on the issue.
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January 8, 2026 at 2:55 AM
Tonight at 7 pm, Kentucky hosts Missouri at Rupp Arena. The Tigers are 11-3 this season, with two of their losses coming to ranked teams.
Big Blue Preview: Kentucky vs. Missouri
The Kentucky basketball team has gotten off to a few slow starts this season. For example, the Cats fell behind both Indiana and St. John’s by double digits in the first 20 minutes, only to rally in t...
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January 7, 2026 at 11:56 PM
This year’s flu is hitting hard, but it’s not too late to get your best defense: a flu shot.
Flu cases spiking: here's what you can do to protect yourself
Flu activity is at a higher than usual rate in the commonwealth and healthcare officials are saying it's not too late to get your flu shot.
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January 7, 2026 at 9:53 PM
Eastern Kentuckians could potentially face a 14% rate hike on their energy bills under a proposal by Kentucky Power.
Eastern Kentuckians say proposed rate hikes will further hurt region
Eastern Kentuckians could potentially face a 14% rate hike on their energy bills under a proposal by Kentucky Power.
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January 7, 2026 at 9:25 PM
New research is shedding light on the issue of parent-child separation among immigrant families, which has become more pervasive across the country under heightened federal immigration enforcement. Migrant advocates called it a crisis in need of urgent attention.
Parents deported, children deserted; advocates warn of growing crisis
New research is shedding light on the issue of parent-child separation among immigrant families, which has become more pervasive across the country under heightened federal immigration enforcement. Mi...
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January 7, 2026 at 12:18 AM
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UPDATE: Sen. Tichenor has filed SB 26, aimed at ending all #DEI initiatives in K-12 schools. #KYGA26
DEI debate resurfaces in Frankfort, with focus on K-12 schools
Kentucky lawmakers are set to consider a bill in 2026 that would end all diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in K-12 schools. The measure would likely be most keenly felt in Fayette and Jeffe...
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January 6, 2026 at 10:05 PM
The Kentucky General Assembly convenes today not under the Capitol dome, but in temporary chambers set up beside the parking garage as the century-old building undergoes its first major renovation in 70 years.

WUKY's @claywallace.bsky.social speaks with architect Kevin Gough about the project.
'One on One': Architect Kevin Gough on the Capitol and historic preservation
The Kentucky General Assembly convenes today not under the Capitol dome, but in temporary chambers set up beside the parking garage.Architect Kevin Gough is with Champlain/EOP, the company behind the ...
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January 6, 2026 at 9:42 PM
State lawmakers convene for the start of #KYGA26 where they will craft the next two-year state budget.

Experts said it will be challenging to address an anticipated budget shortfall and new costs expected from the rollback of funding for federal programs many Kentuckians depend on.
Budget cuts loom as Kentucky General Assembly session begins
Kentucky state lawmakers convene in Frankfort today for the start of the legislative session, where they will craft the next two-year state budget.
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January 6, 2026 at 8:46 PM
The 2026 legislative session gets underway today in Frankfort and WUKY's Capitol Chat gets an overview on what to expect from Kentucky Gazette editor and publisher Laura Cullen Glasscock. #kyga26
This week on Capitol Chat: Under construction - previewing the 2026 legislative session
The 2026 legislative session gets under way today in Frankfort and WUKY's Capitol Chat gets an overview on what to expect from Kentucky Gazette editor and publisher Laura Cullen Glasscock.
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January 6, 2026 at 6:58 PM
ROCK & ROOTS NEW MUSIC TUESDAY
JANUARY 06, 2025
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JULIAN JAMES & THE MOONSHINE STATE
“DEVIL TOWN”– from ‘DEVIL TOWN’ (Out Now)
Originally out in 2021, devilishly good track by this Americana group from Melbourne, Australia.
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Devil Town
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January 6, 2026 at 6:40 PM