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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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Hate Crimes on Upper West Side | Lexington News
A 51-year-old man was arrested in Manhattan after allegedly stabbing two men—one Asian, one Jewish—while shouting an Arabic phrase, sparking fears of a hate…
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Democrats Set 2028 Nomination Order | Lexington News
The Democratic Party is set to lock in its 2028 presidential nomination order — and it’s shaping up to be a historic, high-stakes race with major implications…
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Rising: Eastern Kentucky’s Rebirth | Lexington News
A gripping new documentary, RISING, now streaming on Prime Video, chronicles Eastern Kentucky’s courageous recovery after the devastating July 2022 floods that…
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Wilkins Eyes Elite Level at Kentucky | Lexington News
Kentucky’s new coach Mark Pope is turning heads with his explosive transfer class, headlined by guard Alex Wilkins — who just transferred from Furman and is…
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Lexington Firefighters Handle Muriatic Acid Spill | Lexington News
Lexington Firefighters Handle Muriatic Acid Spill | Lexington News
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Golden Alert for Missing Woman Sandra Lyttle | Lexington News
Golden Alert for Missing Woman Sandra Lyttle | Lexington News
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Kentucky’s Tech Boom in Carroll County | Lexington News
Kentucky’s Carroll County is exploding with tech investment as Poe Cos. teams up with PowerHouse Data Centers for a $9.6 billion computing hub on 550…
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Board Silences Critic Over Laws | Lexington News
A Kentucky board accused of silencing a whistleblower is facing mounting scrutiny after shutting down Mary Helen Shashy’s attempt to speak at a meeting—despite…
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Kentucky Man Faces Animal Neglect Charges | Lexington News
A Kentucky man, Joseph Newcomb, faces serious animal cruelty charges after cops found dead cats, starving dogs, and decaying fur piles on his property—where he…
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North Middletown Elementary's Future in Question | Lexington News
A beloved school with roots dating back to 1948 is on the brink of closure due to soaring costs—hundreds of thousands annually for just 115 students…
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Soccer Night Builds Community | Lexington News
Soccer’s still hot—even after the big tournaments. At Gainesway Park in Lexington, families gathered for a lively “Soccer Night” hosted by Walnut Hill Church…
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NKU Basketball in the NIL Era | Lexington News
Northern Kentucky’s basketball team is undergoing a seismic shift—seven international players, six transfers, zero local kids. Coach Darrin Horn sticks to his…
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Kentucky Dems Battle Generations | Lexington News
Kentucky Democrats face their first major gubernatorial primary in half a century, pitting fiery, rural-rooted veteran Rocky Adkins against polished…
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Brian Heck’s Hole-in-One & Championship Glory | Lexington News
Brian Heck stunned the field with a hole-in-one on the second hole — his first ever ace — and also won Closest to the Pin, earning a two-year Mercedes lease…
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Lauren's Closet Brings Dignity in Crisis | Lexington News
A new beacon of compassion is lighting up Independence: Lauren’s Closet, a groundbreaking partnership between Shine Like Lauren, Inc. and the Independence…
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McConnell’s Silence Sparks Questions | Lexington News
Senator Mitch McConnell, the longest-serving Republican Senate leader, has been sidelined for six weeks after a fall, sparking speculation and concern as he…
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Join Free Tree Walk in Covington | Lexington News
Join Covington’s urban forestry team, the library, and Green Umbrella for a free Tree Walk on July 30th from 6:30 to 8 PM at the Latonia Branch Library…
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Kentucky Unemployment: A Mixed Bag | Lexington News
Kentucky’s job market shows stark regional divides: Woodford County leads with just 4.5% unemployment, while Martin County struggles at 10.6%. A whopping 116…
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Kentucky Drought Relief in the Rain | Lexington News
Kentucky’s drought relief is in full swing—thanks to a soaking wet past month, 80.09% of the state is now drought-free, with only 14% still abnormally dry and…
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Kentucky Students Get Career Roadmap | Lexington News
Kentucky students are getting a powerful new tool this fall: Futuriti.org, now updated with a Program and Pathway Finder that maps out real career routes from…
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Kentucky Meth Trial Pushed Again | Lexington News
In Kentucky, Brian Epperson faces life-altering charges after allegedly distributing meth that caused the deaths of two women, Kristen Morris and Reacheal…
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Kentucky’s $1B Tax Blow for Data Centers | Lexington News
Kentucky could lose up to $2 billion in tax revenue if it proceeds with sweeping sales tax exemptions for data centers — a move that could become the state’s…
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Data Centers and Your Power Bills | Lexington News
A new bill, the Federal Ratepayer Protection Act, is making waves in Congress as it clears a key House committee. Designed to shield everyday consumers and…
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Lexington Catholic Faces Athletic Association Penalty | Lexington News
Lexington Catholic High School is facing serious consequences after self-reporting a major violation involving tuition payments for five incoming students…
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Kentucky Joins Federal Education Tax Credit | Lexington News
Kentucky just jumped into a federal education tax credit program — letting families get tax breaks for investing in education savings accounts or private…
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Water Quality Board Meeting Preview | Lexington News
The Water Quality Fees Board is holding a pivotal July 23 meeting to decide on grants for water cleanup projects in Fayette County, allocating funds for fiscal…
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Urban Planning Committee Delays Key Zoning Plans | Lexington News
Urban planners are tackling big zoning decisions this July—Lane Allen Park could see 28 new homes but’s on hold due to rainwater and traffic concerns, while…
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Feeding More Than Ever | Lexington News
Food insecurity is surging, and The Lexington Rescue Mission is on the front lines—serving over 40,000 meals this year alone, with a projected 80,000 by year’s…
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Veteran Woman Owns Bourbon Tour Biz | Lexington News
Melanie Lopez, a veteran and Glasgow native, is rewriting the rules of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail—she’s the only woman- and veteran-owned tour company on the…
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Flooding at My Doorstep | Lexington News
For seven decades, Linda Kelley has called Lexington home—until a Kroger expansion turned her yard into a flood zone. Now, every storm means sleepless nights…
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Tornado Takes 15 Dogs from Rescue | Lexington News
A devastating EF-1 tornado tore through Owen County, Kentucky, leaving a trail of destruction—and heartbreak—for Tri State Animal Rescue. Fifteen of the…
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Crank & Boom’s Bourbon Honey Ice Cream Goes National | Lexington News
Crank & Boom, a Lexington ice cream shop, stole the spotlight on the Today Show for National Ice Cream Day with their signature Bourbon and Honey…
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Tattoo Artist Gives Foster Kids Dignity | Lexington News
A tattoo artist from Kentucky who spent her teenage years bouncing between foster homes in trash bags is now giving foster kids dignity—one suitcase at a time…
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Officer Walks 50 Miles for Student Supplies | Lexington News
Officer Jeremy Day is walking 50 miles across Fayette County’s 29 elementary schools to raise $10,000 for back-to-school supplies—shoes, clothes, and more—for…
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Summer Heat Returns This Weekend | Lexington News
Summer’s been treating us like a breeze lately—cool, dry, and sunny with temps in the low 80s. But don’t get too comfy: heat and humidity are rolling back in…
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U.S. Tariffs Target Forced Labor | Lexington News
The U.S. is slapping new 10-12.5% tariffs on imports from 60 countries, targeting forced labor in supply chains — a move legally grounded in Section 301, which…
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Judge Blocks DOJ’s Voter Roll Request | Lexington News
A federal judge appointed by Trump just blocked the DOJ’s attempt to access Kentucky’s voter rolls, calling their justification insufficient — a major win for…
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Mortgage Rates Surge Amid Global Tensions | Lexington News
Mortgage rates just hit a 12-month high at 6.58%, sending homebuyers scrambling as monthly payments spike and affordability tightens—especially with gas prices…
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From Chicken Snacks to NASCAR | Lexington News
A humble snack startup born from a kitchen experiment is now a major Clark County employer—and it just pulled off a wild NASCAR surprise. Founder Jason Wright…
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Barr Pushes for Smart Hemp Rules | Lexington News
Congressman Andy Barr is leading a bold push to save the hemp industry by introducing the Lawful Hemp Protection Act — a smart, regulated alternative to…
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Dog in Critical Need Needs Rescue | Lexington News
A severely malnourished dog found in Corbin needs urgent rescue—this isn’t just a temporary fix, it’s a chance at life. The Corbin Police are calling for a…
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Chicken Chip Boss Brings NASCAR to Town | Lexington News
Jason Wright, tired of unhealthy chips, turned the snack game on its head by making protein-packed chicken breast snacks—launching Wilde Protein Snacks in 2021…
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Can We Choose Unity Over Division | Lexington News
The nation’s motto “e pluribus unum” isn’t just a phrase—it’s a choice we’re being asked to make right now. With political fatigue rising and trust in…
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Judge Blocks DOJ’s Voter Data Grab | Lexington News
A federal judge just blocked the DOJ from accessing Kentucky’s voter registration data — including Social Security numbers and driver’s licenses — ruling the…
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Clark Neilson’s Residency Race | Lexington News
A U.S. Senate seat in South Carolina is up for grabs after Senator Lindsey Graham’s passing, sparking a crowded Republican primary with at least eight…
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Kentucky Law School Dean Controversy | Lexington News
A controversial new dean at the University of Kentucky Law School, former U.S. District Judge Gregory Van Tatenhove, is facing backlash after a professor sues…
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Tragic Fire Rescue in Nicholasville | Lexington News
Tragic Fire Rescue in Nicholasville | Lexington News
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Former Cop Faces New Sex Abuse Charges | Lexington News
Sixty-year-old former Lexington police officer Ricky Kendrick is facing fresh felony charges in Fayette County — two counts of first-degree sexual abuse and…
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Fayette County Schools in Financial Crisis | Lexington News
Fayette County Public Schools faces a major budget shortfall of $5 to $10 million, leaving parents anxious as the new school year looms. To cover immediate…
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Kentucky Floods Demand Federal Aid | Lexington News
Kentucky’s governor is urgently calling on the federal government for disaster aid after catastrophic June floods killed six and left communities in ruins…
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Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Lexington | Lexington News
Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Lexington | Lexington News
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Kentucky Jobs Report June Update | Lexington News
Kentucky’s job market shows a mixed picture in June: while Woodford County leads with a stellar 4.5% unemployment rate and central counties like Fayette…
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Kentucky Dems Heat Up for 2027 | Lexington News
Kentucky’s 2027 gubernatorial race is heating up as two top Democratic insiders—Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman and former Beshear adviser Rocky Adkins—launch…
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Fayette Officer Walks 50 Miles for Students | Lexington News
Fayette County resource officer Jeremy Day is walking 50 miles across Lexington to raise $10K for back-to-school supplies, hitting 29 schools in 18…
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Kentucky Floods Demand Federal Aid | Lexington News
Kentucky’s Governor Andy Beshear is urgently calling for federal disaster relief after catastrophic June flooding killed six people and devastated communities…
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Federal Shift Leaves Teen Pregnancy Programs in Limbo | Lexington News
The federal government is ditching proven teen pregnancy prevention strategies—like comprehensive sex ed and contraception access—in favor of abstinence and…
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Biscuit Belly Expands with 35 New Locations | Lexington News
Biscuit Belly just pulled off a massive expansion, snagging 35 Maple Street Biscuit locations—formerly owned by Cracker Barrel—to catapult itself into a…
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Dry Skies Fade Into Heat | Lexington News
Blessed with perfect weather right now—cool mornings, sunny skies, and low humidity making everything feel just right. Highs in the upper 70s to low 80s, way…
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Fayette County Schools Face Budget Shortfall | Lexington News
Fayette County Public Schools faces a looming budget deficit that threatens to reshape education for 40,000 students — with cuts likely hitting programs…
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Kentucky Expands Access to Experimental Treatments | Lexington News
Kentucky’s considering a bold move to expand its Right to Try law, opening the door for more patients—beyond just those with terminal illnesses—to access…