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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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Ohio River Swim Postponed for Safety | Lexington News
The Great Ohio River Swim has been postponed to September 13th due to unsafe river conditions — current too strong at over one mile per hour. Safety is the top…
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Matt Young Takes Rulebook Helm | Lexington News
Matt Young, veteran game-caller with 37 years in high school and college football, is now the NCAA’s official rulebook editor — the ultimate arbiter of…
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Decade of Impact at Gateway College | Lexington News
Dr. Fernando Figueroa celebrates a decade leading Gateway Community and Technical College, transforming it into a regional powerhouse for workforce development…
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Lexington’s $74M Accessibility Push | Lexington News
Lexington’s city council is tackling a massive accessibility overhaul, with over 19,000 barriers across 188 sites needing repair — a $74 million project…
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License Plate Searches Under Fire | Lexington News
Lexington police have racked up over 266,000 license plate searches in just two years — but audits meant to monitor this are disappearing, with early records…
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Kentucky Democrats Seek Medicaid Feedback | Lexington News
Kentucky Democrats are hitting the road for a “Medicaid Reality Check” tour, visiting four cities to hear firsthand how upcoming federal Medicaid changes could…
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License Plate Searches Under Fire | Lexington News
Lexington police have racked up over 266,000 license plate searches in just two years — but audits meant to monitor this are disappearing, with early records…
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Lexington's Second Dispensary Finally Set to Open | Lexington News
Lexington’s second medical cannabis dispensary, sitting idle for two years despite holding a state-issued license, is finally set to open in early October —…
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Kilgore Captured After Yearlong Fugitive Hunt | Lexington News
Zachary Kilgore, on the run for over a year, finally surrendered—pleading not guilty to horrific sexual abuse charges dating back to 2007. Accused alongside…
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Christine Ko Leads Kentucky Doctors | Lexington News
Doctor Christine Ko has officially taken the helm as the 176th president of the Kentucky Medical Association, stepping into the role at their major Louisville…
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I-64 Shutdown Causes Major Traffic Chaos | Lexington News
Interstate 64 Westbound shut down near the Fayette and Scott County line yesterday afternoon after a chain-reaction wreck left multiple injuries and massive…
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Rural Hospital Emergency Model Tested | Lexington News
A new emergency hospital model launched by Congress in 2023 aimed to rescue struggling rural facilities by focusing on emergency care, but its first major…
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Meta Pays Billions for Kids' Safety | Lexington News
Meta’s paying up to $18 billion to settle with Kentucky and 47 states, a landmark deal forcing major changes to protect kids online—stricter age verification…
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City’s Development Pulse This Month | Lexington News
City buzz is heating up with new signs popping up for a Lego Store, Country Boy Brewing at Turner Commons, and even a Goodwill — plus 15 new sign permits since…
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Semi Crash Closes US 27 Overnight | Lexington News
Semi-truck hauling batteries crashes on U.S. 27 near Paris, triggering hazmat alert—but no serious injuries or evacuations. Road is fully closed both ways…
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I-64 Westbound Reopens After Major Crash | Lexington News
I-64 Westbound in Fayette and Scott counties finally reopened after a major multi-vehicle crash that shut down all lanes, injured drivers, and forced traffic…
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Semi Crash Closes U.S. 27 in Bourbon County | Lexington News
A semi-truck carrying batteries flipped on U.S. 27 near Paris, Kentucky, triggering a hazmat response and shutting down the major north-south artery for hours…
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Kentucky Gymnasts Lead Academics | Lexington News
The University of Kentucky gymnastics team just shattered records off the floor—earning a top-five national academic ranking for the 2025-26 season with a…
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Kentucky Plates, Driving Frustrations, and Student Jobs | Lexington News
Kentucky’s new all-black nature license plate is sparking debate—designed as a sleek, coal-free alternative to the controversial “Friends of Coal” plate, with…
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Oklahoma Libraries Bridge the Digital Divide | Lexington News
Oklahoma is launching a groundbreaking initiative to install 175 private, internet-connected portals in public libraries statewide, funded by $14 million from…
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Kentucky Medical Marijuana Now Live | Lexington News
Kentucky’s medical marijuana program is finally live—with 22 dispensaries now open across the state, bringing safe, locally grown cannabis to patients after a…
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Laser at Helicopter After Rescue | Lexington News
A Kentucky State Police helicopter returning from a rescue mission in the Red River Gorge was targeted by a laser pointer at 12:30 AM near Lexington, forcing…
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Kentucky’s Sturgeon Moon Eclipse | Lexington News
Kentucky skywatchers, get ready for a celestial double feature: a partial lunar eclipse peaks at the same time as the full “sturgeon” moon — when nearly 93% of…
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Fayette County Schools Face Legal Storm | Lexington News
Fayette County Public Schools spent over $340,000 on legal fees in just four months—mostly defending against lawsuits tied to their former superintendent’s…
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Lexington Murder Verdict and Mental State Debate | Lexington News
A jury in Lexington, Kentucky, convicted a man of murder in the 2021 shooting death of Raymar Webb after nearly six hours of deliberation — but the case is far…
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Three Suspects in Lexington Shooting | Lexington News
A chilling homicide in Lexington unfolds as 19-year-old Jarell Rojas is gunned down in a crashed SUV after being robbed — and now two teens, Jordan Jackson and…
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I-75 Reopens After Multi-Vehicle Crash | Lexington News
Southbound lanes of I-75 in Laurel County are open again after a deadly multi-truck crash shut down traffic—northbound lanes remain closed as authorities…
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Father Sichko’s Dolly Parton Whiskey Fundraiser | Lexington News
A Kentucky priest is rallying the community around a rare Maker’s Mark bottle to fundraise in honor of Dolly Parton—whose genuine kindness and support for his…
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Kentucky Farmers Face Market Turbulence | Lexington News
Kentucky cattle farmers are under siege—weather chaos, disease fears, and sweeping policy shifts are crashing their markets. A flood of Argentine beef and…
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I-64 Westbound Shut Down Near County Line | Lexington News
Major traffic jam on I-64 westbound near the Fayette and Scott County line—lanes completely shut down. Drivers rerouted to I-75 northbound at the county split…
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Versailles Fire Chief Named Top in State | Lexington News
Versailles Fire Chief T.A. Rankin just earned top honors—Fire Chief of the Year from the Kentucky Association of Fire Chiefs—celebrating his unwavering…
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Fire Breaks Out on Kirklevington Drive | Lexington News
A fire erupted on Kirklevington Drive around 1 PM, spreading from the second floor into the attic via piping. Six apartments were affected by smoke and flames…
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200 Dogs Found in Neglect | Lexington News
In Metcalfe County, Kentucky, police uncovered over 200 neglected dogs in horrific condition—dehydration, malnutrition, broken bones, and missing rabies shots…
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School Bus Reroute Alert for McCroskey | Lexington News
Montgomery County Schools is rerouting buses and pickups for McCroskey subdivision families near Fogg Pike as a precautionary safety measure—no incident at…
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Dolly's Legacy Lives Through Books | Lexington News
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is exploding in popularity after her passing, with libraries reporting that all their display materials vanished within…
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Alvarado Scrubs Trump From Site | Lexington News
Kentucky Democrats are accusing GOP candidate Ralph Alvarado of erasing Trump references from his campaign site — a move they say reveals a desperate pivot to…
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Hazardous Material Crash in Bourbon County | Lexington News
A crash in Bourbon County sent emergency crews rushing to Cynthiana Road—turns out, it wasn’t just a fender bender. Hazardous material was found, but officials…
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Dolly’s Last Duet and Reed’s Faith | Lexington News
Reed Elliotte, a cancer survivor turned gospel artist, had his heart soaring when Dolly Parton agreed to duet on his song “Satisfied” — only for the dream to…
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Kentucky Candidate Scrubs Trump Mentions | Lexington News
Kentucky’s Dr. Ralph Alvarado is caught in a political firestorm after Democrats accuse his campaign of scrubbing Trump mentions from his website — a move they…
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Voices of Hope in Kentucky | Lexington News
Kentucky’s overdose deaths dropped nearly 23% in 2025, but recovery remains a daily battle for many. In Lexington, Voices of Hope empowers people through lived…
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49 Doves Remembered | Lexington News
A haunting new documentary, 49 Doves, honors the 49 lives lost in the 2003 Comair Flight 5191 crash, capturing vivid personal stories and community resilience…
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Girl Hit by Drunk Bus Driver | Lexington News
A Kentucky girl, just ten years old, is recovering at home after a harrowing school bus incident where an allegedly intoxicated driver slammed into her —…
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Lexington Distributes 1,000 Free Gun Locks | Lexington News
Lexington’s ‘Let’s Lock It Lex’ program has already distributed 1,000 free gun locks since March—with 3,000 more on the way—and is sparking community-wide…
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Kentucky Launches New Birthing Centers | Lexington News
Kentucky is finally rolling out freestanding birthing centers — a major win for moms seeking more choices in where they give birth. After years of effort, new…
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Meta Settles with States for Youth Protections | Lexington News
Meta faces a $17.1 billion settlement with 46 states, including Kentucky’s $358 million share, over allegations it knowingly exploited young users with…
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McConnell Funds UK Ag Research Building | Lexington News
Senator Mitch McConnell is rallying behind Kentucky’s agricultural future, announcing $26.7 million in federal funding to finish the Martin-Gatton Agricultural…
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Jury Deliberates in Dockery Murder Trial | Lexington News
In a tense murder trial in Lexington, jury deliberations are underway for Brandon Dockery, 37, accused of fatally shooting Raymar Webb in June 2021 and firing…
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Officer Accused of Tracking Woman with License Plate Readers | Lexington News
A Shively police officer is facing serious charges after allegedly using license plate readers to track a woman for over four months, running 2,000 searches on…
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College That Feels Like Home | Lexington News
Transylvania University is proving that your college experience isn’t just about the school—it’s about where it’s located. Nestled downtown in Lexington, a…
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200 Dogs Rescued in Kentucky Abuse Case | Lexington News
In Metcalfe County, Kentucky, authorities discovered over 200 neglected dogs—many dehydrated, malnourished, and even with broken legs—on a single property…
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Valvoline Global HQ Moves to Cincinnati | Lexington News
Valvoline Global Operations is relocating its worldwide HQ to downtown Cincinnati, opening in spring 2027 with 120 execs focused on international operations —…
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Kentucky Gets Big Meta Settlement | Lexington News
Kentucky is set to receive a massive $358 million payday as part of a landmark $17 billion settlement with Meta — the biggest Big Tech settlement ever, pending…
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UofL Lands $11.6M Grant for Health Research | Lexington News
Louisville just landed an $11.6 million federal grant to fight Kentucky’s crushing chronic disease crisis — obesity, diabetes, heart and liver issues — with a…
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Kentucky’s ESOP Revolution | Lexington News
Kentucky’s business landscape is facing a major retirement wave—over half of small business owners are 55+, risking thousands of local companies shutting down…
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Kentucky’s Horse Expo: Smart Farming for Equine Success | Lexington News
Kentucky’s equine industry is getting a major boost with the Horses and Horsemen Farm & Facilities Expo on September 10th, bringing together top experts to…
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Kentucky Ag Research Gets Major Boost | Lexington News
Kentucky’s agricultural future just got a massive upgrade: the University of Kentucky has landed $26.7 million in federal funding to build a cutting-edge…
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Cedarhurst Acquires Preston Greens | Lexington News
Preston Greens Senior Living, off Polo Club Boulevard, has just been sold for $50 million to Cedarhurst Senior Living—now rebranded as Cedarhurst Hamburg. This…
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Scam Alert: Jail Bond Calls Are Fake | Lexington News
Scammers are calling folks pretending to be from the Pulaski County Detention Center, asking for bond payments over the phone — but don’t fall for it. The jail…
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Teen Rescued by Helicopter in Red River Gorge | Lexington News
An 18-year-old camper stranded in the remote Red River Gorge at Hanson’s Point needed a helicopter rescue after medical trouble struck Tuesday night. With…
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Kentucky Restores Gun Rights for Some | Lexington News
Kentucky’s rolling back a long-dormant program to restore gun rights to eligible felons — but don’t get your hopes up, it’s not for everyone. To qualify…