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CivicLex Chat: Council to consider changes to city snow plan, recommendations for improving street safety

WUKY @wuky.org · 1d

CivicLex’s Kit Anderson previews two streets and roads-related committee efforts taking place at city hall.

PLUS - an opportunity you have to weigh in on the city's master plan Wednesday night from 5:30-7:30 pm at the Lyric Theatre.

Council is back in Chambers this week after their fall break and in this week's edition of WUKY's CivicLex Chat Kit Anderson previews two streets and roads-related committee efforts taking place at ci...

Federal investigation concludes University of Kentucky violated the Civil Rights Act

WUKY @wuky.org · 5d

The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights found UK violated the federal Civil Rights Act through its participation in a conference designed for students of color, particularly its association with the nonprofit PhD Project, which limits participation based on race.

The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights found the University of Kentucky violated the federal Civil Rights Act through its participation in a conference designed for students of col...

Amid pressure to resume long-paused executions, Beshear says a necessary regulation is moving forward

WUKY @wuky.org · 5d

Kentucky hasn't carried out an execution since 2008 when its lethal injection practices came under scrutiny. But there's pressure now to resume capital punishment and Gov. Andy Beshear says a regulation needed to proceed with the signing of a death warrant is undergoing review.

Kentucky hasn't carried out an execution since 2008 when its lethal injection practices came under scrutiny. But there's pressure now to resume capital punishment and Gov. Andy Beshear says a regulati...

New tech bolsters UK's law enforcement presence, but one priority requires buy-in from campus residents

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WUKY @wuky.org · 6d

UK Police are embracing major technology upgrades as a way of enhancing security on campus, but they're also looking to students and staff to create an atmosphere where individuals feel safer reporting sexual assault.

University of Kentucky Police are embracing major technology upgrades as a way of enhancing security on campus, but they're also looking to students and staff to create an atmosphere where individuals...

In Trump country, a Democrat critiques Trump — and talks of succeeding him

WUKY @wuky.org · 6d

In Trump country, a Democrat critiques Trump — and talks of succeeding him.

Story from @npr.org.

Democrat Andy Beshear has twice won election as governor of Kentucky — thriving in a state that has voted for Donald Trump three times.

StoryCorps Mobile Tour: "If you don't love somebody, how do you teach them?"

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WUKY @wuky.org · 6d

In this week’s Conversation from the Lexington StoryCorps Booth, Christian Adair recounts how being mentored as a child in Kansas inspired his program serving young men and boys of color in Lexington.

Christian Adair recounts how being mentored as a child in Kansas inspired his program serving young men and boys of color in Lexington.

'I believe in second chances': More opportunities offered at KY corrections facilities

WUKY @wuky.org · 6d

The Kentucky Department of Corrections is expanding its employment education programs to help create more opportunities for people leaving prison.

The Kentucky Department of Corrections is expanding its employment education programs to help create more opportunities for people leaving prison.

Battle over THC limits in hemp products splits Kentucky lawmakers on Capitol Hill

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WUKY @wuky.org · 6d

A majority of Kentucky's congressional delegation is aligning against Sen. Mitch McConnell in his effort to place more stringent limits on #THC in hemp-related products.

A majority of Kentucky's congressional delegation is aligning against Sen. Mitch McConnell in his effort to place more stringent limits on THC in hemp-related products. This week, the president offere...

Trump put an electoral target on Thomas Massie's back. Now the Kentucky lawmaker has a challenger

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Josh James ☯️ @joshjameswuky.bsky.social · 7d

#BREAKING: U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights finds #UK has violated the Civil Rights Act.

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WUKY @wuky.org · 7d

Kentucky Congressman Thomas #Massie now has a primary opponent.

Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie now has a primary opponent The outspoken House member has been the subject of a well-financed opposition campaign by Trump allies looking to unseat the lawmaker.

Some KY leaders point fingers, others throw up their hands as funding failure triggers shutdown

WUKY @wuky.org · 7d

Some Kentucky leaders are pointing fingers, while others throw up their hands as funding failure triggers government #shutdown.

Kentucky leaders are responding to the partial government shutdown, which kicked in Tuesday night after talks failed to produce a consensus on funding.

Back in the top seat in London, Mayor Randle Weddle urges council to work with him despite impeachment

WUKY @wuky.org · 7d

"I hold no grudges in what you've done," London Mayor Randall #Weddle told council colleagues who voted to remove him.

London Mayor Randall Weddle is back in office after his ouster was reversed by a circuit court ruling.

'One on One': Bourbon on the Banks Festival Director Diane Strong

WUKY @wuky.org · 7d

WUKY's @claywallace.bsky.social speaks with Bourbon on the Banks festival director Diane Strong about what makes this year's event special, including a celebration of women in bourbon.

The "heart of bourbon" comes alive as Frankfort hosts its annual Bourbon on the Banks Festival this Saturday, October 4. WUKY's Clay Wallace speaks with festival director Diane Strong about what makes...

KY research: Living near green spaces, trees leads to better health

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WUKY @wuky.org · 7d

Spending a few hours a week in green spaces, or living near them, can reduce stress, improve heart health, and even fight loneliness, according to emerging research from Kentucky scientists.

Story by Nadia Ramlagan.

Spending a few hours a week in green spaces, or living near them, can reduce stress, improve heart health, and even fight loneliness, according to emerging research from Kentucky scientists.

'One on One': Bourbon on the Banks Festival Director Diane Strong

WUKY @wuky.org · 7d

The "heart of bourbon" comes alive as Frankfort hosts its annual Bourbon on the Banks Festival this Saturday.

The "heart of bourbon" comes alive as Frankfort hosts its annual Bourbon on the Banks Festival this Saturday, October 4. WUKY's Clay Wallace speaks with festival director Diane Strong about what makes...

Kentucky’s use of purchase data to disqualify SNAP recipients faces legal and public scrutiny

WUKY @wuky.org · 7d

An administrative hearing officer kicked her off the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), regardless, based solely on the allegedly suspicious shopping pattern. She sued — and won.

A single mother who relied on federal food assistance lost her benefits in 2020 after Kentucky investigators concluded she’d committed fraud.

Report: 'Empty promises' driving up energy costs in Kentucky

WUKY @wuky.org · 7d

Report: 'Empty promises' driving up energy costs in Kentucky

Story by Kentucky News Connection

Utilities across Appalachia are failing in their commitments to reduce the use of fossil fuels, including in Kentucky, according to a new report.

In its latest bid to unfreeze federal dollars, Kentucky has regained millions in federal EV funds

WUKY @wuky.org · 7d

Kentucky has seen $17.8 million in federal funding for electric vehicle charging stations restored.

Kentucky has seen $17.8 million in federal funding for electric vehicle charging stations restored.

'Some people can say some ugly things': Beshear weighs in on freedom of speech

WUKY @wuky.org · 9d

"It was a threat against those networks," Gov. Andy #Beshear said of FCC Chair Brendan Carr's comments about #JimmyKimmel.

Late-night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel's suspension triggered a national discussion about networks, the FCC, and the First Amendment.

KY's Medicaid 'unwinding' puts kids' coverage at risk

WUKY @wuky.org · 9d

KNC: Kentucky has begun disenrolling children from #Medicaid as the state now reassesses eligibility following an end to pandemic-era protections.

Kentucky has begun disenrolling children from Medicaid as the state now reassesses eligibility following an end to pandemic-era protections.

Kentucky's new Urban Search and Rescue Program is expected to be fully operational by mid-2026

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WUKY @wuky.org · 12d

The Urban Search and Rescue Program looks to have nearly 300 highly-trained first responders ready to deploy from twin locations in Kentucky. The goal is to either have them in communities ahead of anticipated weather disasters or in affected communities within a matter of hours.

Kentucky leaders received an update this week on a still-evolving Urban Search and Rescue initiative launched in 2023.

Twelve Lions Film Festival opens with 25th anniversary showing of 'Stranger With a Camera'

WUKY @wuky.org · 13d

Stranger With a Camera is a 2000 film by director Elizabeth Barret, produced and distributed by #Appalshop. The movie explores the 1967 murder of Canadian filmmaker Hugh O’Connor in Letcher County, Kentucky.

Stranger With a Camera is a 2000 film by director Elizabeth Barret, produced and distributed by Appalshop. The movie explores the 1967 murder of Canadian filmmaker Hugh O’Connor in Letcher County, Ken...

'I never thought I'd get to this point': Tylenol claims have KY's leading health expert cautioning against federal guidance

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WUKY @wuky.org · 14d

Kentucky's top health voice is warning against following federal guidance regarding #acetaminophen, commonly known as #Tylenol.

Kentucky's top health voice is warning against following federal guidance regarding acetaminophen, commonly known as Tylenol.

Is Massie nearing the finish line for his Epstein petition? A special election may force uncomfortable vote for GOP

WUKY @wuky.org · 14d

With a Democratic win in Arizona's 7th Congressional District this week, and a promise from the winner to sign, that could seal the deal on the #Epstein petition pushed by #Massie.

A special election in Arizona may have tipped the scales in favor of Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie's push to get a U.S. House vote on releasing files associated with the investigation into the la...