Barry Manilow cancels show at last minute because of 'unforeseen circumstances' Barry Manilow was scheduled to perform at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky on Tuesday night (04.08.26). BANG Premier · Aug 5
Two states have veto-proof majorities opposite their governor's party — that could change this year Heading into the 2026 elections, there are two states with a governor of one party and a veto-proof state legislative majority of the opposing party: Kansas and Kentucky. At least one legislative chamber is up for election this year in both states, meaning their veto-proof majority status could change. Ballotpedia · Aug 5
Publix’s berry recall expands to eight states with shoppers urged to avoid GreenWise berries Publix has issued an expanded recall for all lots of its GreenWise Organic Whole Blueberries and Whole Mixed Berries due to potential contamination with Escherichia coli O145 (E. coli O145). E. coli O145 is a Shiga toxin-producing strain that can lead to severe symptoms such as stomach cramps, bloody diarrhea,… The Independent UK · Aug 4
Court Expresses Doubt About Lawprof's Attempt to Block Appointment of Federal Judge as U Kentucky Law School Dean From Woodcock v. Van Tatenhove (E.D. Ky.), decided Friday by Judge Benjamin Beaton (W.D. Ky.): Professor Ramsi Woodcock, currently suspended… The post Court Expresses Doubt About Lawprof's Attempt to Block Appointment of Federal Judge as U Kentucky Law School Dean appeared first on Reason.com. Reason · Aug 3
Mitch McConnell is never coming back The likeliest reason for the Kentucky senator's ruse is also the most pathetic Salon · Aug 3
In 2015, Ronald Exantus went on a stabbing spree that killed a sleeping 6-year-old. He just walked free: ‘Gave this monster a slap on the wrist’ “This may be my breaking point.” We Got This Covered · Aug 3
'A Disgraceful, Attention-Seeking W****': Senator Slams Governor Over Mitch McConnell Health Probe Republican senator Susan Collins has mounted a pointed defence of Mitch McConnell, attacking Kentucky governor Andy Beshear for demanding proof the ageing GOP leader is still fit to serve. International Business Times UK · Aug 2
Federal Prison Terms Handed Down in Kentucky Suboxone Clinic Case as the Last Defendant Is Sentenced Three people were sentenced for a $4.8M fraud at Kentucky opioid clinics. Here is how patients can verify a treatment program is legitimate. Medical Daily · Jul 31
Federal government to turn a Kentucky uranium plant into an AI data center and gas power complex The U.S. Department of Energy is harnessing the artificial intelligence boom in its bid to convert another Cold War-era uranium enrichment site The Independent UK · Jul 30
Powering Up: NextEra and Brookfield Build an Off-Grid Empire NextEra Energy and Brookfield are using dedicated power for a Kentucky AI campus as grid limits and data center moratoriums lift utilities’ leverage. MarketBeat · Jul 30
Beshear Challenges CNN To Call McConnell Live on Air and End the Speculation Andy Beshear challenges CNN to call Mitch McConnell live on air, saying one conversation could end weeks of speculation over the senator's health and prolonged absence from Congress. International Business Times UK · Jul 30
Mitch McConnell Update: Kentucky Governor Demands Senator Resign After Vanishing From Senate for Six Weeks Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear demands Senator Mitch McConnell explain his six-week absence from the Senate, urging transparency and accountability, and suggesting resignation. International Business Times UK · Jul 30
America is clear: It doesn’t like older lawmakers (but keeps voting for them anyway) The recent death of Sen. Lindsey Graham and hospitalization of Sen. Mitch McConnell has reignited debate over whether lawmakers are too old to serve The Independent UK · Jul 29
Man who won $167 million in the lottery is arrested for the fourth time since his big win The troubled Powerball winner initially made headlines after revealing plans to share his record-breaking jackpot with his mother The Independent UK · Jul 29
The Economic Times · Jul 29 NextEra, Brookfield plan $100 billion Kentucky data center campus NextEra, the largest US utility, would deliver 2 gigawatts of natural gas-fired power and 2.6 GW of battery storage capacity to support the data center, while Brookfield would own and operate the 1.8 GW campus, the companies said.
Medical Daily · Jul 29 One in Four Adults in Tick-Heavy States Carry Alpha-Gal Antibodies, but Most Never Develop the Allergy CDC testing found 24% of adults in five tick-heavy states carry alpha-gal antibodies. Researchers warn a positive test alone is not a diagnosis.
The Guardian - US · Jul 29 Welcome to America, where you’re never quite sure if your senator is dead or not Is it normal for a sitting senator to have to routinely submit proofs of life to a public who suspect he might be braindead? Just asking for 340 million friends
We Got This Covered · Jul 28 Kentucky woman plays catch with dog near lake. Then a fish steals the ball: ‘Wouldn’t have believed you if you didn’t have a video’ But she didn't let it escape with her dog's prized possession.
International Business Times UK · Jul 28 Kentucky Governor Demands Mitch McConnell Prove He Can Serve — Or Resign, After 43 Days Away Governor Andy Beshear has urged Senator Mitch McConnell to prove his capacity to serve or resign, following a prolonged public absence and health concerns, sparking potential legal and political implications.
The Independent UK · Jul 28 Kentucky’s Democratic governor calls for Mitch McConnell to reveal health status or resign In a second letter to McConnell, Beshear asked the Kentucky Republican senator to directly and verbally address constituents
International Business Times UK · Jul 28 Mitch McConnell Health Update: Senator Not Medically Cleared From Rehab Following Unconscious Fall Mitch McConnell will miss Kentucky's high-profile Fancy Farm political picnic after doctors said he is not yet medically cleared to leave rehab following a June fall that left him unconscious.
The Guardian - US · Jul 28 Kentucky teen lauded for defending girl from sexual harassment fatally shot Da’Jon Anthony Hayes-Burr, shot by another teenager, had stopped a 45-year-old man from harassing a 12-year-old girl
Saving Advice · Jul 27 Which States Are Lowering Income Taxes? Here’s Where Rates Are Changing State income taxes can have a significant impact on your paycheck, retirement income, and long-term financial planning. Over the past few years, a growing number...
The Guardian - US · Jul 27 Mitch McConnell still not cleared to resume Senate duties, office says Kentucky senator has been absent and not seen in public since mid-June after he was hospitalized due to a fall
The Independent UK · Jul 27 Mitch McConnell’s office puts out new ‘proof of life’ photo as doctor offers update on hospitalized senator Kentucky senator was hospitalized in June, and he, his office and his wife have largely remained mum about it, sparking wild speculation about the former majority leader’s condition