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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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France Legalizes Medically Assisted Suicide | Lexington News
France just legalized medically assisted suicide, marking a historic shift in end-of-life care after a three-year battle. With a 291-241 vote, the bill allows…
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Trump Endorses Lindell for Minnesota Governor | Lexington News
Trump’s surprise endorsement of MyPillow’s Mike Lindell as Minnesota governor candidate is sparking political firestorms — with Lindell riding high on the…
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George Santos Joins Reality TV Show | Lexington News
George Santos, the disgraced ex-congressman turned reality TV star, is diving headfirst into the jungle for Fox’s “Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test,”…
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Mullin’s First Test as DHS Chief | Lexington News
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin faces his first major crisis as three deaths in separate ICE encounters in under a week reignite national debate…
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Sam Neill’s Legacy Beyond Jurassic Park | Lexington News
Sam Neill, beloved for Jurassic Park and The Piano, passed away from pneumonia after a courageous battle with rare lymphoma — he’d beaten cancer thanks to…
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Kentucky’s Economic Boom Shines | Lexington News
Kentucky’s economic engine is roaring — three counties just landed top national honors for development, backed by over 1,300 new business projects, $50 billion…
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U.S. Targets Islands Guarding Oil Lifeline | Lexington News
The U.S. military is striking three strategically vital islands at the mouth of the Strait of Hormuz—Abu Musa, Greater Tunb, and Lesser Tunb—long held by Iran…
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Testosterone Access Expands for Men | Lexington News
The Trump administration is rolling out a major shift: making testosterone prescriptions easier for men, even for age-related issues like low libido and…
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Kentucky Lets 18-20 Year Olds Carry Concealed | Lexington News
Kentucky just dropped a major bombshell: teens 18, 19, and 20 can now apply for provisional concealed carry licenses — a huge leap from the old 21-year-old…
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Lexington’s CentrePointe Garage Deal | Lexington News
In 2014, Lexington voters approved bonds for the CentrePointe parking garage — but here’s the twist: the city had zero liability. The project was handed off to…
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Frontier League Drama and Kentucky Rivals | Lexington News
The Frontier League All-Star Game delivered a nail-biter as the Atlantic Conference edged out a 2-1 win, capped by David Glancy’s walk-off homer in the ninth…
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Trump’s Election Claims Under Scrutiny | Lexington News
Donald Trump is poised to reignite claims of a 2020 election rig, despite overwhelming evidence—including statements from his own officials and a January 2021…
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Texas Flood Wave Hits Again | Lexington News
Texas is facing a catastrophic flood wave sweeping through the Hill Country and near the Mexican border — a deadly repeat of last year’s devastation…
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Italy’s Bridge Collapse Verdicts | Lexington News
In a landmark verdict, Italy’s courts convicted 30 individuals, including the former CEO of Autostrade per l’Italia, in the 2018 Genoa bridge collapse that…
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Jelly Roll Mural Removed for PRHBTN Festival | Lexington News
A controversial Jelly Roll mural, installed after his Rupp Arena show, is being torn down to make way for PRHBTN festival art — sparking backlash from locals…
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Red Mile's Decade of Tax Subsidy | Lexington News
For a decade, the Red Mile development in Lexington has been quietly soaking up a state tax subsidy — but now, a fierce local backlash is forcing a reckoning…
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Emmi Scales Shines on Track and in the Classroom | Lexington News
Emmi Scales just made history as Kentucky’s first-ever Academic All-America Third Team honoree, joining elite company with 13 Division I athletes nationwide. A…
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Teacher on School Board Challenges State Law | Lexington News
Fayette County school board chair Tyler Murphy is locked in a legal battle over a new Kentucky law that bars him from serving on the board because he also…
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Richmond Road Closed Due to Power Line Damage | Lexington News
Road closure alert on Richmond Road in Lexington between Chinoe Road and St. Margaret Drive due to damaged power lines from a recent collision. Drivers heading…
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Lexington Goes Plastic Free | Lexington News
Lexington’s diving back into Plastic Free July — a global movement now spanning 190+ countries — to slash single-use plastics like bags, bottles, and straws…
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Newport Ends Flock Cameras Amid Legal Shifts | Lexington News
Newport, Kentucky, has shut down its Flock Safety camera pilot program after weighing legal developments, public feedback, and constitutional…
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Frankfort Gets Its First Target | Lexington News
Frankfort’s first-ever Target, opening July 26, brings a fresh twist with its “Food Forward” concept—bigger groceries, wine & spirits, and EV charging—all part…
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Former Detective Faces New Charges | Lexington News
Former Kentucky police detective Justin Swope’s legal troubles just got a whole lot worse—after facing 28 charges in Calloway County, a new indictment from…
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Kentucky School District Under Fire | Lexington News
The U.S. Department of Education is launching a major probe into a Kentucky school district accused of sweeping misconduct allegations under the rug—moving…
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McConnell's Silence Sparks Political Tension | Lexington News
Senator Mitch McConnell’s four-week hospitalization sparked widespread speculation after his silence about his health, especially given his age, recent falls…
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Kentucky’s Menstrual Tax Under Fire | Lexington News
A Louisville judge is weighing a landmark challenge to Kentucky’s six percent sales tax on menstrual products — one of 18 states still taxing tampons and pads…
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Massie Out of Race for Senate | Lexington News
Congressman Thomas Massie has officially exited the race for Mitch McConnell’s Senate seat, signaling his full exit from Congress — even though he’s already…
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Kentucky School Board Meeting Flaw | Lexington News
Kentucky’s Attorney General just called out the Fayette County School Board for secretly meeting about superintendent Dr. Demetrus Liggins — and they failed to…
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Woodcock Challenges Law School Dean Appointment | Lexington News
Ramsi Woodcock, suspended UK law professor, files new lawsuit challenging the university’s appointment of a new law school dean, reigniting tensions over…
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Covington Boosts Latonia Corridor with New Incentives | Lexington News
Covington’s rolling out a major boost for its Latonia corridor, offering up to $15,000 in forgivable loans for storefront upgrades starting in FY2027—up from…
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Latonia Corridor Gets Boosted Incentives | Lexington News
Covington’s new small business incentives are hitting the Latonia corridor hard—starting in FY27, storefronts can get up to $15K in forgivable loans (up from…
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A New Chapter with Skyline Views | Lexington News
Jeff and his wife made a bold move after 25 years, swapping their Union home for a luxury residence at The Boardwalk Residences in Newport—where they’re loving…
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KY 536 Upgrades: Public Input Welcome | Lexington News
Kentucky’s Transportation Cabinet is unveiling preliminary plans for major upgrades to KY 536 in Kenton County — two key stretches from KY 16 to KY 177 and KY…
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Kentucky’s New Laws Just Took Effect | Lexington News
Kentucky just rolled out over 190 new laws—most kicking in Wednesday—reshaping everything from sports betting to DUI enforcement. Now you need to be 21 to bet…
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Less Screens, More Learning in Kentucky | Lexington News
Kentucky schools are ditching tech overload for proven learning methods—physical books, handwritten notes, and face-to-face talk are reigniting student…
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Pedestrians and Bikes Bear Brunt of Traffic Crashes | Lexington News
A new 10-year study of crashes in Greater Cincinnati reveals that though pedestrians and cyclists are a small part of all traffic accidents, they account for a…
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Boone Library Turns Plastic Waste into Filament | Lexington News
Boone County Public Library just got a $5,000 grant to turn 3D printing plastic waste into reusable filament—making their makerspaces greener, smarter, and…
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Missing Teen Riland James: Help Find Him | Lexington News
Missing Teen Riland James: Help Find Him | Lexington News
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Kentucky’s New Laws Go Into Effect | Lexington News
Kentucky’s big legislative moment arrives today as over 100 new laws, passed during a 60-day session in January, officially go into effect—marking a major…
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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Safety Tips | Lexington News
Cyclosporiasis is spreading nationwide, causing watery diarrhea, cramps, and loss of appetite—mostly from contaminated produce or water. Don’t panic and ditch…
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New Circle Road Night Closures Ahead | Lexington News
New Circle Road is getting a major upgrade — and it’s causing some serious overnight headaches this Friday, July 17th. Starting at 8 PM, the far left lane in…
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Todd Ziegler Joins Blue Grass Airport Board | Lexington News
Todd Ziegler, a seasoned banking executive with over 37 years of experience, has joined the Blue Grass Airport board—a pivotal 10-member volunteer group…
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Man Arrested After High-Speed Police Chase | Lexington News
A 39-year-old man, Ova B. Collett, was finally arrested after a two-month manhunt in Bell County, Kentucky, accused of attempting to murder a police officer…
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Utility Rate Hikes Threaten Millions | Lexington News
Utility giants are asking for nearly $9.2 billion in rate hikes across the U.S. — mostly hitting southern states hardest — and while regulators rarely say no…
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Searching for Truth Amid Online Chaos | Lexington News
A grieving family seeks calm as they prepare to bury their 18-year-old son, Nolan Wells, whose body was found on Horn Island after he vanished during a Fourth…
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New Circle Road Upgrade Set for 2027 | Lexington News
Lexington’s major $51 million New Circle Road reconstruction between Leestown and Georgetown Roads is set to finish by summer 2027, transforming the Leestown…
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Teen Pilot Soars Above Traffic | Lexington News
Seventeen-year-old Gaige Neely is already a licensed pilot and driver—yes, he soloed at sixteen, before even getting his driver’s permit—and he’s not done yet…
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Heatwave Ends with Cool Front | Lexington News
Scorching temps stick around this week with highs in the low 90s and humidity making it feel like 100—stay hydrated and seek shade. Friday brings a weather…
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Data Center Threat to Farmland and Horses | Lexington News
A new data center is sparking outrage in Mercer County, threatening a 12-year-old equestrian business on prime farmland. Horses are highly sensitive to noise…
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Teen Accused in Berea Bank Tragedy | Lexington News
A 19-year-old suspect, Brailen Weaver, faces capital murder charges after a deadly bank robbery in Berea, Kentucky, where two people died. Escaping at high…
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Kentucky Branded Closes Forever | Lexington News
Kentucky Branded, the go-to spot for UK and U of L gear, is shutting down all its physical stores—offering up to 70% off before they’re gone for good. The…
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Kentucky Officials Clash Over State Fair Control | Lexington News
Kentucky’s top Republican constitutional officers are rallying to overturn a Supreme Court ruling that gave the governor unchecked control over the State Fair…
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Teen Cannabis Treatment Delays Rise | Lexington News
Teen cannabis use disorder treatment wait times are rising again, with nearly 34% of teens in 2022 facing delays of days to months—driven by pandemic…
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Teen Accused in Berea Bank Shooting | Lexington News
A 19-year-old, Brailen Weaver, faces multiple state charges—including two counts of murder—after a deadly bank shooting in Berea on April 30th that killed…
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McConnell’s Absence Tests GOP Power | Lexington News
Senator Mitch McConnell’s prolonged absence from Capitol Hill is sparking concern over its impact on key Senate votes, especially as Republicans hold a…
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Kentucky School Board Law Under Fire | Lexington News
Kentucky’s government is defending Senate Bill 4, a controversial law restricting school board members in large districts from working more than 100 days a…
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Kentucky Law Stops Organ Harvests When Life Returns | Lexington News
A Kentucky man named T.J. Hoover woke up during an organ donation procedure after medical staff declared him dead — sparking national concern and a push for…
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Kentucky Law Stops Organ Harvests When Life Returns | Lexington News
A Kentucky man named T.J. Hoover woke up during an organ donation procedure after medical staff declared him dead — sparking national concern and a push for…
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School Board Procedural Slip | Lexington News
Kentucky’s Attorney General ruled the Fayette County School Board violated open meeting laws by holding a closed-door session to discuss putting Superintendent…
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Kentucky Medicaid Cuts Threaten Health and Economy | Lexington News
Kentucky’s Medicaid cuts threaten both health access and local economies, with rural counties like Breathitt and Harlan hit hardest as hospitals face closure…