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Panels OK bills guaranteeing student due process, urging ‘baby boxes’
Committees continue work.Schools facing some challenges with in-person learning
Kentucky Youth Advocates, a statewide organization that calls itself an independent voice for kids, got together virtually and talked about what schools should expect next now that students are gradually returning to the classroom.Scott deputy’s social media activity could end in discipline
Sheriff begins investigation after WTVQ ABC 36, other inquiries.UPDATE: Lexington man identified as body found in burning car
Passerby initially thought barn was on fireCitizens’ update on chemical weapons destruction is meeting focus
Quarterly update on progress of weapons destructionFayette, Pikeville, Rockcastle schools share ideas on spending $928 million
Superintendents discuss ideas, other programs.Gas tax increase for major road improvements may be on horizon
Bill filed that would increase funding.Polar Plunge for Special Olympics set March 6
Event set at Texas Roadhouse on Richmond Road.
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Sunny and warm Wednesday before evening rain showers
Sunshine continues for Wednesday, with strong gusty winds around 35 mph. Increasing clouds in the afternoon will make way for evening rain showers. This...Fayette Sheriff Winter Care transportation, drug pick-up activated
FAYETTE COUNTY, Ky. (WTVQ) -The Fayette County Sheriff's Office has activated the transportation and prescription pickup portion of the Winter Care Program. The assistance provided is...Lexington Police work several accidents, downed powerlines and trees
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) - Lexington police busy overnight working on the aftermath of an ice storm. The city reporting a number of fallen tree limbs...UK cancels in-person classes, online classes still set; vaccine clinic for second day
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) - University of Kentucky has cancelled classes and its covid-19 vaccine clinic for the second day in a row because of...‘Snowfighters’ keeping eye on, prepping for potential Christmas Eve storm
Slick travel possible through FridayTop Local STEM Toys for Christmas 2020
You and Santa struggling when it comes to finding the perfect gift for your little scientist? If so, Jason Lindsey, aka "Mr. Science," with...Incredible sunrise from the Kentucky Horse Park
Every now and then, you see a sunrise that really takes your breath away. This was the case Thursday morning at the Kentucky Horse...Heading Out? Web sites offer road condition updates
Salt stocked; plows prepped; crews on call
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Power of Three: Emotional first inning fuels Kentucky Baseball
LEXINGTON, Ky. (UK Athletics) – The undeniable power of “3” made its presence felt in Kentucky baseball’s first game since the death of Ben...Anthony Davis and Julius Randle named to 2021 NBA All-Star Game
LEXINGTON, Ky. (UK Athletics) – Two Kentucky men’s basketball alumni in Anthony Davis and Julius Randle were named to the 2021 NBA All-Star Game...Tuesday night high school hoops: 2-23-21
LEXINGTON, Ky (WTVQ) - As the high school basketball season winds down, high school squads around the state are trying to hit a groove...EKU Football releases first schedule as a member of the ASUN
RICHMOND, Ky. (EKU Athletics) – Eastern Kentucky University’s football team will play six home games as part of its 11-game 2021 schedule. The...Monday night high school hoops: 2-22-21
LEXINGTON, Ky (WTVQ) - The high school basketball season in winding down in Kentucky. District tournaments only a few weeks away. With some school...EKU Men’s Basketball bounces back with win over Southeast Missouri, 87-65
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (EKU Sports) – The Eastern Kentucky University men’s basketball team bounced back with an impressive 87-65 win at Southeast Missouri on...Isaiah Jackson named SEC Freshman of the Week
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (UK Athletics) – After helping lead the Kentucky men’s basketball team to a pair of Southeastern Conference road victories, freshman Isaiah Jackson...Louisville Xtreme bringing games to KFC Yum! Center
Three-year deal brings eight home games this season alone.
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Panels OK bills guaranteeing student due process, urging ‘baby boxes’
Committees continue work.Schools facing some challenges with in-person learning
Kentucky Youth Advocates, a statewide organization that calls itself an independent voice for kids, got together virtually and talked about what schools should expect next now that students are gradually returning to the classroom.Scott deputy’s social media activity could end in discipline
Sheriff begins investigation after WTVQ ABC 36, other inquiries.UPDATE: Lexington man identified as body found in burning car
Passerby initially thought barn was on fireCitizens’ update on chemical weapons destruction is meeting focus
Quarterly update on progress of weapons destructionFayette, Pikeville, Rockcastle schools share ideas on spending $928 million
Superintendents discuss ideas, other programs.Gas tax increase for major road improvements may be on horizon
Bill filed that would increase funding.Polar Plunge for Special Olympics set March 6
Event set at Texas Roadhouse on Richmond Road.
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WEATHER HEADLINES
Sunny and warm Wednesday before evening rain showers
Sunshine continues for Wednesday, with strong gusty winds around 35 mph. Increasing clouds in the afternoon will make way for evening rain showers. This...Fayette Sheriff Winter Care transportation, drug pick-up activated
FAYETTE COUNTY, Ky. (WTVQ) -The Fayette County Sheriff's Office has activated the transportation and prescription pickup portion of the Winter Care Program. The assistance provided is...Lexington Police work several accidents, downed powerlines and trees
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) - Lexington police busy overnight working on the aftermath of an ice storm. The city reporting a number of fallen tree limbs...UK cancels in-person classes, online classes still set; vaccine clinic for second day
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) - University of Kentucky has cancelled classes and its covid-19 vaccine clinic for the second day in a row because of...‘Snowfighters’ keeping eye on, prepping for potential Christmas Eve storm
Slick travel possible through FridayTop Local STEM Toys for Christmas 2020
You and Santa struggling when it comes to finding the perfect gift for your little scientist? If so, Jason Lindsey, aka "Mr. Science," with...Incredible sunrise from the Kentucky Horse Park
Every now and then, you see a sunrise that really takes your breath away. This was the case Thursday morning at the Kentucky Horse...Heading Out? Web sites offer road condition updates
Salt stocked; plows prepped; crews on call
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Power of Three: Emotional first inning fuels Kentucky Baseball
LEXINGTON, Ky. (UK Athletics) – The undeniable power of “3” made its presence felt in Kentucky baseball’s first game since the death of Ben...Anthony Davis and Julius Randle named to 2021 NBA All-Star Game
LEXINGTON, Ky. (UK Athletics) – Two Kentucky men’s basketball alumni in Anthony Davis and Julius Randle were named to the 2021 NBA All-Star Game...Tuesday night high school hoops: 2-23-21
LEXINGTON, Ky (WTVQ) - As the high school basketball season winds down, high school squads around the state are trying to hit a groove...EKU Football releases first schedule as a member of the ASUN
RICHMOND, Ky. (EKU Athletics) – Eastern Kentucky University’s football team will play six home games as part of its 11-game 2021 schedule. The...Monday night high school hoops: 2-22-21
LEXINGTON, Ky (WTVQ) - The high school basketball season in winding down in Kentucky. District tournaments only a few weeks away. With some school...EKU Men’s Basketball bounces back with win over Southeast Missouri, 87-65
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (EKU Sports) – The Eastern Kentucky University men’s basketball team bounced back with an impressive 87-65 win at Southeast Missouri on...Isaiah Jackson named SEC Freshman of the Week
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (UK Athletics) – After helping lead the Kentucky men’s basketball team to a pair of Southeastern Conference road victories, freshman Isaiah Jackson...Louisville Xtreme bringing games to KFC Yum! Center
Three-year deal brings eight home games this season alone.
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