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Today's Interview: Lexington firefighter says new state Urban Search and Rescue unit will ‘definit

A new law signed by Governor Beshear Tuesday will lead to the formation of a state Urban Search and Rescue team.

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Jewish Moroccan music featured in Lexington this weekend

Jewish-Muslim musical works are being performed this week in central Kentucky. The week concludes with a concert at a Lexington synagogue.

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Lexington to feature a number of bike activities in May

As April moves into May outdoor activities are likely to be on the increase in central Kentucky. That includes a variety of biking opportunities.

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Lexington mothers plead for a safer summer with less gun violence

Lexington’s mayor and mothers who have lost children to gun violence are pleading for less gunfire. Their call comes during National Youth Violence Prevention Week.

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Lexington grant program for stormwater runoff opens again

The City of Lexington’s annual Stormwater Quality Projects Incentive Grant Program is now open. It’s available to neighborhood associations, farms, nonprofits, businesses, and other institutions.

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Lexington to feature its first community-wide diabetes expo this weekend

The Fayette County Diabetes Coalition is hosting a community-wide diabetes expo this Saturday. It’s the first expansive type of event held in Lexington.

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Former Louisville officer involved in Breonna Taylor's killing hired in Kentucky county

LEXINGTON, Ky. — The former Louisville Metro Police Department officer who shot and killed Breonna Taylor during a botched raid is working for another Kentucky law enforcement agency, according to Louisville media outlets.

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John Clay: As for Kentucky basketball’s future roster construction, pardon the mess

LEXINGTON, Ky. — For college basketball, these days the offseason is the big season, the time when players come and go, when rosters need either an “Under Construction” or “Pardon Our Mess” sign. Or both.

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Proposed Lexington park projects include a refurbished passive park downtown and a rural new recreat

The budget proposed by Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton calls for more than $5 million in park improvements. These projects are in addition to a variety of park projects paid for with $10 million in federal American Rescue Plan dollars.

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How Kentucky QB Will Levis worked his way from run-first backup to top NFL draft prospect

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Less than two years before he would become one of the most talked about players in the 2023 NFL draft class, Will Levis found himself in a surprising spot during his first Kentucky football training camp.

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Lexington's Duncan Park the site of the ninth annual peace walk

Duncan Park in downtown Lexington will be the site of a peace walk Saturday afternoon. It will be the ninth such event as part of the Antonio Franklin Violence Intervention effort.

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Drug overdose deaths declined last year in Kentucky for the first time since 2018

LEXINGTON, Ky. — The number of drug overdose deaths declined last year in Kentucky for the first time since 2018, according to preliminary data.

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Today's Interview: Student Technology Leadership Program State Championships-Dr. Sean Jackson

Once again, Lexington played host to some 13,000 Kentucky students from kindergarten to 12th grade, many competing in technology-based categories.

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South Korean delegation spends some time in Lexington this week

A small delegation from a South Korean island has spent the last few days in Lexington. They came from Jeju City and could be characterized as a sister city candidate.

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Lexington mayor proposes a bigger budget based on growing revenues

Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton is proposing a $505 million budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The mayor calls it a strong solid budget with a ‘can do’ theme.

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Today's Interview: Lexington Arts and Cultural Affairs Director Heather Lyons on public art emphasis

The City of Lexington’s push for more public art now includes a call to artists, non-profits, and businesses.

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Move afoot to see more public art outside downtown area in Lexington

Lexington city officials are putting out the call to community members to increase public art on city-owned properties. The City announced a collaborative project last week.

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Mark Story: For Mark Stoops and troops, 10 ways to make positive history in 2023

It is a measure of the improvement in the Kentucky football program under Mark Stoops that the type of season that used to be celebrated at UK — 7-6 with a bowl trip — was considered a major disappointment for the Wildcats in 2022.

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2 killed, 4 injured after shots fired into crowd at Louisville park on Saturday night

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Two men are dead and four others are injured after a shooting in Louisville’s Chickasaw Park on Saturday night, according to Louisville Metro Police.

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Man known as the Tik Tok Trickster caught in Lexington

A man purported to be a social media con artist has been arrested in Lexington. University of Kentucky Police arrested 54-year-old Brenton Fillers on outstanding warrants from several states.

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City of Lexington to seek certification from U.S. Green Building Council

The City of Lexington is one of 13 across the country taking part in a program designed to assist the city’s environmental efforts.

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Lexington Public Library makes elimination of fees and fines permanent

The Lexington Public Library no longer levies fines and fees for lost or damaged materials or late items. The policy, instituted in 2020 during the onset of COVID, has been made permanent.

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Kentucky’s Chris Livingston says he will enter NBA draft: 'It’s only up from here'

LEXINGTON, Ky. — The first decision of Chris Livingston’s offseason has been made.

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Kentucky state senator defends ‘Tennessee 3,' says expulsion is blatantly racist, insult to voters

A Lexington lawmaker said he admires the so-called “Tennessee Three,” two of whom were expelled late last week from that state’s House of Representatives.

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Lexington to host its second Clean Slate event later this month

Plans are being finalized for Lexington’s second Clean Slate Expungement Clinic and Job Fair. It will be held April 28th at Central Bank Plaza.

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