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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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Night Hunting Bobcats Sparks Debate | Lexington News
Kentucky just legalized nighttime hunting of bobcats and beavers — a move sparking fierce debate. While hunters cheered the expansion, wildlife experts warn it…
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Kentucky Volleyball Eyes National Title | Lexington News
Kentucky volleyball is heating up for 2026, ranked No. 3 in the preseason poll with four first-place votes—right behind powerhouse Nebraska and Texas. They’re…
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Kentucky O-Line Chemistry Takes Shape | Lexington News
Kentucky’s offensive line is firing on all cylinders in fall camp, with Coach Cutter Leftwich raving about their physicality and technical discipline under…
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Severe Storms Target Northern Kentucky | Lexington News
Kentucky brace for severe weather tonight—strong thunderstorms with damaging winds up to 75 mph and heavy rain threatening flash floods, especially in Northern…
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Schools Ban Energy Drinks to Protect Students | Lexington News
School districts across Texas, Tennessee, and Virginia are rolling out bans on energy drinks during school hours—whether cans are open or not—to tackle rising…
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Teacher Indicted on 17 Sexual Abuse Charges | Lexington News
A Kentucky high school teacher and band director, Adam McRay, 34, faces 17 counts of first-degree sexual abuse after alleged incidents with students at Marion…
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TeraWulf’s AI Data Center Boom in Eastern Kentucky | Lexington News
TeraWulf is set to revolutionize Eastern Kentucky with a colossal AI data center on a former strip mine, potentially doubling its initial 1GW capacity by 2030…
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Perseid Meteor Shower Peaks August 12-13 | Lexington News
Don’t miss the Perseid meteor shower peaking August 12-13—thanks to a new moon, skies will be dark and clear for epic stargazing. Caused by Earth slicing…
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UK’s Neutrality Policy Sparks Debate | Lexington News
The University of Kentucky just launched “institutional neutrality” — a new policy forcing employees to keep personal political views separate from university…
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Hillpointe Brings 868 New Apartments to Kentucky | Lexington News
Hillpointe is launching its first Kentucky projects with two new apartment complexes in Lexington and Nicholasville, delivering 868 “attainable” units designed…
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Madge’s Fight for Women’s Vote | Lexington News
Madge, a fiery Kentucky suffragist and descendant of Henry Clay, turned her battle with tuberculosis and leg amputation into a rallying cry for women’s right…
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Kentucky’s Overdose Drop and the Hospital Role | Lexington News
Kentucky’s overdose deaths dropped nearly 23% in 2025 — a major victory saving families and proving prevention, treatment, and recovery support work. But with…
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Anthony Cadle Joins BE NKY to Drive Regional Growth | Lexington News
BE NKY just landed a hometown hero: Anthony Cadle, VP of Strategy, bringing deep regional roots and proven economic muscle to drive Northern Kentucky’s next…
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July Revenue Surge and Road Fund Dip | Lexington News
July’s fiscal kickoff delivered a major revenue surge, with General Fund receipts jumping nearly 30% to over $1.4 billion — one of the biggest spikes in four…
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Covington’s Big Land Deal Takes Shape | Lexington News
Covington’s big bet on a forgotten industrial gem is heating up—six months after securing the eight-acre C&O Roundhouse site, city leaders, the Port Authority…
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Climate Fellowship Showcase Live | Lexington News
Green Umbrella’s Climate Action Showcase is coming to Cincinnati on August 12th at 3:30 PM — a big celebration for this year’s Climate Action Fellowship…
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Gas Drops But Volatility Looms | Lexington News
Gas prices just dropped ten cents nationwide—now at $3.94 a gallon—but it’s still way up from last year and climbing again as global tensions simmer. Diesel…
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Bearcats Aim for Strong Start | Lexington News
The Walton-Verona Bearcats are poised for a breakout season, aiming to shatter their slow starts and secure their first winning campaign since 2022. With six…
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River Cities Unite for Kindergarten Readiness | Lexington News
Northern Kentucky’s River Cities are launching a bold, community-driven initiative to ensure every child is kindergarten-ready, led by Marshelle…
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Teacher’s Final Act of Heroism | Lexington News
A Georgia teacher, Derrick Moore, 47, drowned while heroically rescuing a young girl from a deadly rip current in Myrtle Beach. Unaware of the child, he dove…
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Network for Hope Shut Down Over Organ Donation Failures | Lexington News
Kentucky’s Network for Hope, a key organ donation group, was shut down by the U.S. Health Secretary over serious patient safety failures—including harvesting…
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Band Director Arrested in Kentucky Abuse Case | Lexington News
A Kentucky school band director has been arrested on 17 counts of first-degree sexual abuse after a grand jury reviewed evidence from allegations by multiple…
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Kentucky Organ Network Shut Down | Lexington News
Kentucky’s organ donation network, Network for Hope, has been shut down by federal authorities after an investigation uncovered serious patient safety…
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Not Guilty Plea in Gene Cooper’s Death | Lexington News
Billy Proffitt, accused in the fatal beating of 60-year-old Gene Cooper, entered a not guilty plea in court — a case that’s gripped McCreary County since June…
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Fayette County Schools Budget Fallout | Lexington News
Fayette County Public Schools faced a financial reckoning after an audit revealed massive budget overruns—spending nearly $400 million on payroll instead of…
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Lexington’s Heat Relief Plan Kicks In | Lexington News
Lexington’s launching Phase One of its heat plan Tuesday through Wednesday, with heat indexes soaring above 95—so they’re staying ahead. LexTran’s offering…
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Fayette County Schools Audit Reveals Financial Weaknesses | Lexington News
Fayette County Public Schools just got a brutal financial audit — and it’s exposing serious flaws in how they manage taxpayer money. With over 70…
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Coal Titans Named to Kentucky’s Energy Commission | Lexington News
Kentucky’s Attorney General just handed the energy future of the state to two coal-industry veterans, appointing Tony Campbell and Matt Ricketts to EPIC — a…
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Coal Company’s WARN Act Battle | Lexington News
A bankrupt Kentucky coal company is trying to shut down a WARN Act lawsuit filed by 300 laid-off workers who claim they were denied the required two-month…
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Fischer Homes Enters Lexington Market | Lexington News
Fischer Homes is making a big move into Lexington with its $40 million Monterra development in Versailles, featuring 75 new homes across 37 acres—sales…
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Abuse of Trust in Kentucky Schools | Lexington News
Shocking surge in child abuse cases involving trusted adults like teachers, coaches, and school staff in Kentucky—federal prosecutors are stepping up to…
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Settlement Reached, But Battle Continues | Lexington News
Two former UK swimmers have settled with their ex-coach, Lars Jorgensen, over claims of sexual assault and harassment — but the fight isn’t over. The…
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Kentucky's Coldest Augusts Ever | Lexington News
Kentucky’s coldest Augusts ever? You won’t believe how chilly it got—back in 1927 and 1967, when the state averaged a bone-chilling 70°F, with highs around…
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Dog Detects Diabetes and Cancer | Lexington News
A 16-year-old with Type 1 diabetes has a furry lifesaver: her yellow lab, Barkley, trained to sniff out blood sugar highs and lows—and now, shockingly, he may…
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Zuckerberg's Yacht and the Alaska Boat Rescue | Lexington News
Zuckerberg’s superyacht, the Launchpad, sparked social media outrage after being near a stranded Alaskan boat — but he wasn’t even on board. His team clarified…
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Kentucky’s Top Hospitals Revealed | Lexington News
Kentucky’s top hospitals shine in U.S. News rankings, with University of Kentucky’s Chandler Hospital leading state cancer care and Frazier Rehab Institute…
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Ale-8-One Turns 100 in Kentucky | Lexington News
Ale-8-One, Kentucky’s iconic ginger-ale-meets-citrus soda, is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2026 with commemorative bottles, fan events, and statewide…
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AOC Freezes Eggs Amid Reproductive Rights Debate | Lexington News
Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has revealed she’s freezing her eggs, framing it as a strategic move tied to her political future — especially with the…
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Data Center Battle in Mercer County | Lexington News
A fiery feud erupts in Mercer County, Kentucky, as investor Brian Luftman pushes forward with a massive 500-acre data center project—despite backlash from…
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Truck Passes Bike, Cyclist Injured | Lexington News
Truck Passes Bike, Cyclist Injured | Lexington News
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Former Coach Faces Federal Sex Abuse Charges | Lexington News
A former middle school wrestling coach in Bourbon County is now facing federal charges after allegedly sexually abusing a 14-year-old boy and transporting him…
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Kentucky Heat & Storms This Week | Lexington News
Central Kentucky’s weather is turning steamy this week, with temps hitting the lower 90s and muggy conditions dominating—especially Monday as southwest winds…
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Missile Stockpiles Plummet as Pentagon Urges Speed | Lexington News
The U.S. military’s missile interceptor stockpile has plummeted 38% since the Iran conflict began, forcing the Pentagon to urgently demand faster production…
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Kentucky Blood Center in Urgent Need | Lexington News
Kentucky’s blood supply is in crisis as hospitals face a 40% surge in transfusion needs, but donations are falling short—prompting urgent calls for community…
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Two New Detention Challenges in Kentucky | Lexington News
Two fresh legal battles are unfolding in Kentucky’s Eastern District, challenging the legality and duration of immigration detentions at the Kenton County…
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County Leaders Shape Northern Kentucky | Lexington News
Get ready to uncover how county government shapes your daily life—roads, housing, public safety, and more—in Northern Kentucky’s big upcoming forum. Top county…
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Brossart Mustangs Aim for 500 Wins | Lexington News
Jake Martin returns as head coach of the Brossart Mustangs, ushering in a new era for the program’s 20th varsity season with a bold goal: break the 500-win…
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Lauren’s PGA WORKS Fellowship Journey | Lexington News
Lauren Ehrman, a recent Bellarmine grad, just snagged one of 23 coveted spots in the PGA WORKS Fellowship—a paid, hands-on crash course in the $100B+ golf…
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Assumption Statue and Lost Traditions | Lexington News
In 1926, Italian-American Catholics in Newport, Kentucky, honored the Feast of the Assumption with a vibrant procession and community celebration, blending…
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Wolves Return to Colorado Wilds | Lexington News
Wolves are back in Colorado—real, tracked, and thriving—reshaping ecosystems decades after their disappearance. After the first reintroductions this year…
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Free Youth Soccer Clinic for Ages 3-5 | Lexington News
Get your little ones ready to score big this August! Covington Parks and Rec is offering a FREE youth soccer clinic for kids ages 3-5, running August 10-13…
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Kindergarten to Sixth Grade Vaccines Explained | Lexington News
School’s back in session and it’s National Immunization Awareness Month—make sure your kids are up to date on their shots. Kentucky requires specific vaccines…
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Free Tire Drop Off in Covington | Lexington News
Kenton County Public Works and Kentucky’s Division of Waste Management are hosting a free tire disposal event for residents—no businesses allowed! Drop off…
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Deer on the Move in Northern Kentucky | Lexington News
Deer are surging in Northern Kentucky—especially during mating season—and drivers need to stay hyper-alert as these animals dart into traffic, particularly in…
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K9 Loki Gets Life-Saving Vest | Lexington News
K9 Loki is getting top-tier protection with a brand-new bullet and stab-proof vest, thanks to the nationwide nonprofit Vested Interest in K9s—now in its 15th…
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Kentucky Blood Center in Crisis | Lexington News
Blood banks in Kentucky are in emergency mode as donations plummet and hospital needs surge—up 40% in just one week. With the American Red Cross also facing…
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Middlesboro PD Busts Drug Trafficker | Lexington News
Middlesboro PD just pulled off a major bust on Larry Presnell, 34, after months of surveillance and controlled buys. Officers raided his Exeter Avenue home…
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Ace of Fadez Gives Back for School | Lexington News
Ace of Fadez in Lexington, Kentucky, turned heads this past Sunday with their second annual back-to-school giveaway—free haircuts, backpacks packed with…
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Warren County Scam Alert: Sheriff Impersonators | Lexington News
Scammers in Warren County are impersonating sheriff’s deputies, using fake radio chatter to scare victims into paying Bitcoin or gift cards to “resolve” bogus…
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Lexington 911 Lines Down Monday Morning | Lexington News
Lexington’s public safety ops center will have admin lines down 2 hours Monday, 5–7 AM, for maintenance—but 911 is still live. If you need to reach them, call…