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Lexington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Lexington News Today is your daily 2-minute briefing on the stories shaping Lexington, Kentucky. From local government and business developments to community events, education, sports, and breaking news, we deliver the headlines that matter most—fast. Stay informed, connected, and up to date with Lexington's latest news, every day, in just a few minutes powered by AI.
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Versailles Road Closed Today | Lexington News
Traffic chaos ahead on Versailles Road between Woodford County and Lexington—police are rerouting drivers via Shannon Run Road or Pisgah Pike as they handle an…
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Lexington’s Latest Headlines | Lexington News
Lexington’s buzzing with hot takes on work, health, and legal drama — from UK’s White Hall renovation sending staff back into a building still smelling like…
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Kentucky Wildcats Meet the Team Day | Lexington News
Kentucky football is throwing a fan-friendly “Meet the Team Day” on August 15th at Kroger Field — free, open to all, and packed with autograph ops, player…
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Versailles City Hall Power Outage | Lexington News
Versailles City Hall Power Outage | Lexington News
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Powell County Schools Shut Down Amid Storm Damage | Lexington News
Powell County Schools shut down classes Wednesday after overnight storms left massive power outages and damaged two school buildings, while debris blocked…
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Flash Flood Warning Hits Lexington | Lexington News
Lexington braced for flash flooding after a torrential downpour dumped over two inches of rain overnight, swamping streets and creeks—triggering warnings…
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FaithWorks Hub Prepares Kentucky for Disasters | Lexington News
In rural Kentucky, a new faith-driven disaster hub called FaithWorks is revolutionizing emergency response—stocking everything from water and generators to…
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Lexington Targets Street Racing with New Fines | Lexington News
Lexington’s city council is debating a bold new plan to crack down on street racing and reckless driving—not with criminal charges, but with steep civil fines…
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Publix vs Kroger in Lexington | Lexington News
Publix is rolling into Lexington, Kentucky, challenging Kroger’s long-standing grocery dominance—and shoppers are already eyeing the price differences…
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Lexington Airport Hits Record Travel Numbers | Lexington News
Lexington’s Blue Grass Airport just shattered records with over 1.6 million passengers last year—summer was peak season, and now travelers are enjoying 18…
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KSU’s Turbulent Turnaround | Lexington News
Kentucky State University, the nation’s first state-supported HBCU, is in turmoil as Senate Bill 185 reshapes its finances amid longstanding budget woes —…
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Kenwick Porch Fest: Free Music for All | Lexington News
Get ready for the biggest Kenwick Porch Fest yet—this Saturday, August 9th, thirty-six artists will perform live music across eleven streets in Lexington’s…
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Graduates Fill Kentucky’s Skilled Labor Gaps | Lexington News
Thirty-two new grads just landed skilled jobs thanks to Brighton Center’s workforce programs, tackling Kentucky’s biggest hiring gaps in healthcare…
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Celebrate Women in Business at Flight Night | Lexington News
Get ready to soar at Aviatra Accelerators’ Flight Night on September 10th at the 20th Century Theater — a dazzling celebration of women in business, featuring…
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Cooper Football’s Bold New Chapter | Lexington News
Cooper football is in a season of reinvention after losing its star QB and longtime head coach, but new leader Adam Begley says the foundation is strong…
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Vinyl’s Comeback on National Vinyl Day | Lexington News
Celebrate National Vinyl Record Day on August 12th—honoring the timeless charm of analog music that’s making a powerful comeback. From Edison’s phonograph to…
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River Cities Schools Welcome Families | Lexington News
Across Northern Kentucky’s River Cities, schools are turning the first day of school into a community celebration—with open houses, games, food, and…
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Storms Leave Widespread Power Outages | Lexington News
Severe storms tore through Greater Cincinnati, leaving widespread power outages as trees fell and poles snapped—forcing Duke Energy crews to race against time…
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CVG and Sinclair Power Drone Innovation | Lexington News
Cincinnati’s CVG Airport and Sinclair Community College are teaming up to revolutionize drone tech, turning theory into real-world innovation—from medical…
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Northern Kentucky Nonprofit Heroes Honored | Lexington News
Northern Kentucky’s nonprofit scene just got a major shoutout as the Horizon Community Foundation unveiled its 2026 Nonprofit Awards, honoring the unsung…
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Burgin Residents Fight Data Center | Lexington News
Burgin residents are rallying against a proposed data center, flooding city council with over fifteen voices voicing fears it could irrevocably alter their…
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North Broadway Safety Plan in Review | Lexington News
Lexington’s North Broadway is in the spotlight as the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet eyes safety upgrades after years of deadly and serious crashes. With…
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School Delayed by Storm Damage | Lexington News
School Delayed by Storm Damage | Lexington News
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Kentucky Storms Leave 100K Without Power | Lexington News
Kentucky’s eastern counties are reeling from severe storms that left nearly 100,000 without power—most critically in Kenton and Campbell counties—with major…
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Rowan County Schools Level Up | Lexington News
Rowan County schools are kicking off the year with a bold new mission: “Level Up.” Students aren’t just aiming for better grades—they’re being pushed to grow…
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Powell County 911 Outage Update | Lexington News
Powell County, Kentucky’s 911 system is down after storm damage—officials are rerouting calls to administrative lines. If you’re in an emergency, use the…
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Storm Warning Systems Failed | Lexington News
Storms barreling through Kentucky forced the National Weather Service to issue a frantic, urgent shelter alert for Hazard, Jackson, Pikeville, and…
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Storms Hit Kentucky Hard | Lexington News
Storms hit hard Tuesday evening, dumping heavy rain, whipping winds, and sparking lightning across Kentucky—toppling trees, snapping power lines, and plunging…
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Kentucky Airport Rebuilds for Future Growth | Lexington News
After a devastating EF-4 tornado tore through southern Kentucky last year, the London-Corbin Airport is rising stronger than ever—thanks to over $24 million in…
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Kentucky Co-op Donates $19K to Ronald McDonald Houses | Lexington News
Kentucky Touchstone Energy Cooperatives just made history with their biggest-ever donation to Ronald McDonald Houses in Lexington and Louisville—$19,000 worth…
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Floyd County Mourns Loss of Senior Dustin Damron | Lexington News
Floyd County is mourning the tragic loss of 18-year-old Dustin Joshua Damron, a beloved senior at Floyd Central High and also enrolled in the Floyd County…
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McConnell’s Return Under Scrutiny | Lexington News
Senator Mitch McConnell’s absence from the Senate since a fall in June has sparked national debate as his recovery continues and his team confirms he recently…
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Sheriff Held Without Bond in Judge’s Death Case | Lexington News
Former Letcher County Sheriff Shawn Stines remains jailed without bond as he faces murder charges for the September 2024 shooting of District Judge Kevin…
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Black Employee Retained Amid Layoffs | Lexington News
A former Fayette County Public Schools employee is suing the district, alleging she was fired due to racial discrimination during recent layoffs — despite…
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Stines Trial Moves Amid Community Divide | Lexington News
Former Letcher County Sheriff Shawn Stines, accused of murdering District Judge Kevin Mullins in his chambers, will face trial elsewhere after a judge ruled…
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Black Teacher Fired Amid Layoffs | Lexington News
A former Fayette County school employee is suing the district over what she claims was a racially motivated firing during budget cuts — alleging she was let go…
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Kentucky’s Hunger Crisis Demands Action | Lexington News
Food insecurity in Kentucky is skyrocketing, with over 837,000 people now struggling—up 80,000 in just one year. Seniors, kids, and working families are forced…
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FBI’s Top Fugitive: Gregory Henderson | Lexington News
A 46-year-old fugitive with deep ties to Kentucky and Indiana has been added to the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted list, wanted for allegedly leading a violent gang…
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Rabid Bat in Lexington Home | Lexington News
A rabid bat was found chilling in a Lexington kitchen—no one or pets were exposed, but health officials are warning neighbors. Rabies is deadly but…
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Berea Home in Crisis | Lexington News
In Berea, police responded to a child neglect call and found horrific conditions at a home on Scaffold Cane Road: trash piled high, no running water, fleas…
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Governor Leads Blood Drive for Critical Need | Lexington News
Governor Andy Beshear and First Lady Britainy Beshear rallied Kentuckians for a blood drive amid a critical national shortage, with the American Red Cross…
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Former Trooper Accused of Stealing from Kids Camp | Lexington News
A former Kentucky state trooper, Jonathan Biven, faces serious theft charges for allegedly stealing between $10,000 and $1 million from the youth summer camp…
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Embassy Suites Changes Hands for $15.8M | Lexington News
A major real estate shift is underway in Lexington as the Embassy Suites at 245 Lexington Green Circle just sold for $15.85 million — a whopping $4 million…
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New Principal Brings Faith and Family to LCA | Lexington News
Steven Small, a 16-year LCA veteran who’s taught English and led the department, is now stepping into his new role as principal — bringing deep institutional…
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Trooper of the Year Now Faces DUI | Lexington News
A Kentucky State Police trooper celebrated as Trooper of the Year for busting 34 drunk drivers is now facing his own DUI charge — a jaw-dropping twist that…
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FBI Most Wanted: Gang Leader on the Run | Lexington News
Gregory Henderson Junior is now a top FBI fugitive, wanted for drug trafficking, animal fighting, and leading a violent Indianapolis gang linked to the…
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Kentucky Trooper Indicted for Theft | Lexington News
Kentucky State Police trooper Jonathan M. Biven is facing serious legal trouble after being indicted on a theft charge alleging he unlawfully took between…
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Landlord Settles Sex Discrimination Case | Lexington News
A Somerset landlord is paying $150,000 to settle a federal housing discrimination case after being accused of harassing female tenants for over a…
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Man Sentenced for Child Abuse Material | Lexington News
A 46-year-old man, Nathaniel Parsons, just received a 15-year federal prison sentence after authorities uncovered tens of thousands of child sexual abuse…
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Scammer Used Arrest Threat to Steal | Lexington News
A Kentucky woman nearly fell for a terrifying scam when callers threatened arrest warrants and demanded cash—until she called the sheriff’s office and…
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Lawsuit Alleges Racial Bias in School Layoffs | Lexington News
A white school employee, Cassandra Tocash, is suing Fayette County Public Schools and Superintendent Demetrus Liggins for racial discrimination after being let…
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Kentucky State Social Work Scandal | Lexington News
Kentucky State University is under fire in a class-action lawsuit after misleading students about its online Master of Social Work program — promising…
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Colombia Earthquake Crisis Deepens | Lexington News
A devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake has struck western Colombia, leaving over 3,000 people missing and more than 170 dead across four regions, with rescue…
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Trump’s Sanctions Gambit and Middle East Tensions | Lexington News
Trump’s administration is doubling down on sanctions against Iran, threatening to demand compensation in peace talks as Iran’s economy teeters—despite years of…
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North Korea Arms Russia in Ukraine War | Lexington News
Russia unleashes a devastating barrage of missiles and drones across Ukraine, killing at least nine civilians as President Zelenskyy reveals North Korea is…
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Nurses Pay Traffic Lights and Writers | Lexington News
Nurses’ pay is sparking heated debate in Lexington, with hourly rates swinging from $21 for new grads to $125 for specialists—average hovering around $55. A…
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Bartenders Host Spelling Bee to Fund School Supplies | Lexington News
Bartenders at the historic Chevy Chase Inn in Lexington, Kentucky, turned heads—and raised $1,756—by hosting a charity spelling bee to fund school supplies for…
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Shooting on High Ridge Drive Under Investigation | Lexington News
Shooting on High Ridge Drive Under Investigation | Lexington News
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Farm Bill and Rural Broadband Battle | Lexington News
The Farm Bill isn’t just about corn and food stamps—it’s a massive force shaping rural America, especially internet access. A recent Senate attempt to pass its…
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Howard Finster's Sacred Art Legacy | Lexington News
Howard Finster, a self-taught preacher and artist, turned his spiritual calling into a monumental creative legacy—producing over 46,000 pieces of sacred art…