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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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Tornado Caught on Tape in Kentucky | Lexington News
A Kentucky resident caught a bizarre, possibly tornado-like phenomenon on video—something he’d never seen in his entire life—before realizing his doors were…
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"Only Rock With Real Ones." - A Message from Corey
"Only Rock With Real Ones." - A Message from Corey
- Lexington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
"Only Rock With Real Ones." - A Message from Corey
"Only Rock With Real Ones." - A Message from Corey
- Lexington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Storm Damage Survey Across 7 Kentucky Counties | Lexington News
Severe storms tore through seven Kentucky counties yesterday, leaving thousands without power and prompting the National Weather Service to hit the road today…
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Police Chief Charged After DUI Crash | Lexington News
Police Chief Charged After DUI Crash | Lexington News
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Honoring Anita’s Legacy at Block Party | Lexington News
Anita Franklin’s legacy lives on at the Community Block Party, where families gather for free school supplies, food, games, and music — all to honor her spirit…
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Police Chief Charged After DUI Crash | Lexington News
Lancaster’s Police Chief Ryan Hughes is facing serious consequences after a fiery crash allegedly linked to alcohol — he admitted to drinking before driving…
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Finding Your Therapist in Lexington | Lexington News
Finding the right therapist in Lexington isn’t just about picking a service—it’s about that personal connection. From LifeStance to Beyond Binary, locals are…
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Kentucky’s Big Data Center Deal | Lexington News
A major tech giant is eyeing Eastern Kentucky for a colossal $8–12 billion data center on the former AK Steel site, demanding over 10% of the state’s summer…
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Governor Beshear’s Legal Tightrope | Lexington News
Speculation swirls as Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear faces pressure to act on Senator Mitch McConnell’s health, but legal experts say he can’t force anything…
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Smoke from Wildfires Affects Northern Kentucky | Lexington News
Smoke from wildfires raging across Canada and Minnesota is drifting south, blanketing Northern Kentucky and nearby areas with poor air quality. Experts warn…
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Reviving Historic Building for Short-Term Rentals | Lexington News
ARW Investments is breathing new life into a historic 1910 building at 102 W. High St., transforming it into a luxury short-term rental destination called The…
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Kentucky Housing Market Surges in June | Lexington News
Kentucky’s housing market is heating up—7,000 new homes hit the market in June, sales volume soared past $1.6 billion, and average home prices climbed to…
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Adkins Runs on Experience for Kentucky | Lexington News
A seasoned Kentucky politician with nearly four decades of public service is stepping into the governor’s race, promising to cut costs, strengthen schools and…
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The Aunts and Uncles Who Shaped Me | Lexington News
Celebrate National Aunts and Uncles Day by honoring the unsung heroes of your family—those who’ve been mentors, confidantes, and steady anchors through life’s…
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Data Centers Dividing Communities | Lexington News
Communities are rising up against massive data centers, turning quiet protests into political victories as candidates opposing them win local races. Fueled by…
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Rural Changemakers Get Major Funding | Lexington News
Big money moves in rural America: Interact for Health just awarded $231,000 across three powerhouse projects. The Gathering Wing gets $80,500 to expand its…
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Meet Global Leaders at Local Market | Lexington News
Meet global leaders at Cincinnati’s Farmers Market & Friends on August 1st — a unique chance to connect with international delegates from the State…
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Renee Shaw’s Legacy at KET | Lexington News
After 29 years at KET, veteran journalist Renee Shaw is stepping down — but not before leaving behind a legacy of impactful storytelling, thoughtful public…
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Stein Transforms Role at Kentucky | Lexington News
Will Stein is making a bold move from play-calling maestro to head coach at Kentucky, handing over offensive duties to LSU’s Joe Sloan while staying deeply…
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Life-Threatening Moped Crash on Clays Mills Road | Lexington News
Life-Threatening Moped Crash on Clays Mills Road | Lexington News
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Queer Jobs in Rural Appalachia | Lexington News
A new documentary, “Queer Jobs,” spotlights two LGBTQ+ women in rural eastern Kentucky, revealing how they’re building careers, chasing dreams, and redefining…
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Teacher Steps Into State Education Role | Lexington News
Stephanie Phillips, a teacher at Paul Blazer High in Ashland, is stepping into a major role—appointed to Kentucky’s Board of Education for a one-year term…
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High Schooler Shapes Kentucky Education | Lexington News
A high school junior from Glasgow is about to make history—Trace Brooking has been tapped as Kentucky’s newest non-voting student member on the Board of…
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Immigrants Power Kentucky's Future | Lexington News
Immigrants are the engine behind Kentucky’s population growth, making up 70% of the state’s recent increase—and they’re vital to its survival. With more deaths…
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Empowering Educators for Student Success | Lexington News
Kentucky’s second summer educator institute, KY Transition 360, just wrapped up—equipping 116 teachers across the state with powerful tools to help students…
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Free Back to School Bash at Horse Park | Lexington News
Fayette County Public Schools is hosting a free Back to School Bash at the Kentucky Horse Park on July 25th, packed with horse meet-and-greets, school…
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Zyrtec Recall Due to Ranitidine Contamination | Lexington News
Four batches of Zyrtec (Cetirizine Hydrochloride) are being recalled after being found contaminated with ranitidine — the ingredient in Zantac — which could…
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Rocky Adkins Joins 2027 Gubernatorial Race | Lexington News
Rocky Adkins is officially running for Kentucky governor in 2027, leveraging his decades of public service and deep statewide ties to challenge the status quo…
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Prepaid Power Crisis in Grayson County | Lexington News
A major blackout in Grayson County, Kentucky, hit more than just the lights—it crippled prepaid electric customers’ ability to pay or check balances…
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Prepaid Power Panic in Grayson | Lexington News
A major system glitch at Grayson Rural Electric Cooperative left prepaid customers powerless—literally and figuratively—during a heatwave, triggering panic…
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Photoshoot That Became Friendship | Lexington News
A Somerset photographer sparks joy and connection by hosting free “Stranger Sessions” designed to help autistic individuals build confidence and friendships…
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Two Families, Two Daughters, One Fight | Lexington News
Two Kentucky families are finding unwavering strength in each other as their young daughters battle aggressive neuroblastoma—Remi, just two, and Sophia…
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Mercer County Fair Canceled for Safety | Lexington News
Mercer County Fairgrounds shut down all evening events Tuesday due to severe weather, but safety first—pageants moved indoors at Campbellsville University with…
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Immigration Arrests Surge Amid Controversy | Lexington News
Immigration arrests are surging to record highs, with over 43,000 in June alone and nearly 1,600 daily in early July—driven by a new push to detain and deport…
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Lexington Prepares for Severe Storm | Lexington News
Lexington’s gearing up for a major storm hitting tonight — damaging winds, hail, flash flooding, and possible tornadoes are all on the table as the city shuts…
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Lexington Prepares for Severe Storms | Lexington News
Lexington’s city offices and public library are shutting down early at 3 p.m. as severe storms with possible tornadoes, 70 mph winds, hail, and flash flooding…
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Clays Mill Road Closed After Motorcycle Crash | Lexington News
Clays Mill Road in Lexington is completely shut down after a serious motorcycle crash—both lanes blocked, with no reopening timeline yet. Officials are still…
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Kentucky Flood Watch: Prepare Now | Lexington News
Flood watch issued for Lexington and 33 Kentucky counties as severe storms loom — heavy rain could trigger dangerous flooding, with water just six inches deep…
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Lexington Shutting Down Early for Storms | Lexington News
Lexington’s city offices are shutting down early at 3 PM due to incoming severe storms—flash floods, high winds, and hail expected during evening commute…
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Mosquito Spray Alert for Lexington Area | Lexington News
Mosquito spraying kicks off Thursday morning in the 40505 zip code as health officials battle a rising West Nile virus threat — with conditions strict and…
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LexTran Warns of Severe Weather Delays | Lexington News
LexTran warns of major transit delays as severe thunderstorms barrel into central Kentucky—prepare for damaging winds, hail, and chaos. The mayor’s office…
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Lexington’s Historic Districts Under Review | Lexington News
Lexington’s historic preservation board gears up for a pivotal July 22 meeting, reviewing 37 approved projects and 8 under scrutiny — from roof repairs and…
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Motorcycle Crash Blocks Clays Mill Road | Lexington News
Motorcycle Crash Blocks Clays Mill Road | Lexington News
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Youth Sports Under Private Equity Scrutiny | Lexington News
Youth sports is a $40 billion cash machine, fueled by parents spending thousands—sometimes tens of thousands—on elite camps, private coaches, and travel…
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KSU Turns Mine Land into Opportunity | Lexington News
Kentucky State University is turning abandoned coal mines in Eastern Kentucky into hubs for agricultural innovation, thanks to a $2 million Appalachian…
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Medicaid Cuts Threaten Patient Access | Lexington News
Kentucky’s Medicaid program is about to slash provider payments by four percent starting August first — a move that could shutter clinics, delay care, and push…
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Adkins Enters Governor’s Race | Lexington News
Rocky Adkins, a veteran Democrat with deep Eastern Kentucky roots and a 30-year House legacy, has officially launched his gubernatorial campaign, positioning…
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Kentucky Schools Seek Waiver for Special Test | Lexington News
Kentucky’s education department is seeking public input on a waiver request to allow slightly more than 1% of students to take an alternate assessment for…
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Board Approves Pay Boost for Superintendent | Lexington News
Board Approves Pay Boost for Superintendent | Lexington News
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Kentucky Weather Warning: Prepare for Storms | Lexington News
Kentucky’s on high alert as a dangerous storm system brings damaging winds, flash flooding, and possible tornadoes—officials urge everyone to secure property…
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Rocky Adkins Joins 2027 Governor Race | Lexington News
Rocky Adkins, a key figure in Governor Beshear’s administration, just declared his candidacy for Kentucky governor in 2027—setting the stage for a major…
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Golden Tempo’s Triple Crown Run | Lexington News
Golden Tempo, born and bred at legendary Claiborne Farm, defied all odds by winning the Kentucky Derby at 23-1 odds and then shockingly followed it up with a…
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Lexington Mosquito Spray Alert | Lexington News
Lexington’s targeting the 40505 ZIP code with a nighttime mosquito spray Thursday between 3–6 AM—Bryan Station and Winchester Road corridor included—weather…
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Tate Brothers Face UK Extradition Battle | Lexington News
Andrew and Tristan Tate are locked in a high-stakes legal battle against extradition to the UK, where they face grave allegations of rape, sex trafficking, and…
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Scotty Nevels Faces Six Serious Charges | Lexington News
A man from Somerset, Scotty Nevels, has turned himself in facing six serious charges—including kidnapping, first-degree strangulation, and wanton…
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Lebanon-Israel Ceasefire Begins | Lexington News
Lebanon’s president just returned from a historic White House visit with Trump, as U.S. mediation pushes Israel and Lebanon toward a breakthrough: Israeli…
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Tunnel Collapse in Sikkim Kills 11 | Lexington News
A deadly methane explosion tore through a Himalayan tunnel in India’s Sikkim state, killing 11 workers and leaving 14 missing—among them, six rescue officials…
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Iran-US Deal in Shambles | Lexington News
Diplomats scramble to salvage a fractured Iran-U.S. deal as renewed warfare escalates, shutting down shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and sending oil prices…
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Government Targets Journalists and Families | Lexington News
The government’s sweeping request for phone records from New York Times journalists — even targeting their spouses and parents — has ignited a fierce legal and…