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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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Kentucky Expands Pre-K to 4 Districts | Lexington News
Kentucky’s Pre-K for All initiative is expanding fast, with Franklin County and Glasgow Independent Schools joining the pilot — bringing the total to four…
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Former Grants Manager Sues Fayette County Schools | Lexington News
A former grants accountant for Fayette County Public Schools is suing the district and superintendent, alleging retaliation after she exposed what she believed…
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Lexington Heat Plan Activated Again | Lexington News
Lexington’s heat plan is back on tap as temperatures soar again this week — the second time this month — with the heat index hitting 95°F triggering action…
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Former Cop and Son Face Multiple Charges | Lexington News
A former La Grange cop and his son are facing explosive charges—including domestic violence, strangulation, animal cruelty, and tampering with…
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Lexington Heat Wave Response | Lexington News
Lexington’s Heat Plan kicks off Wednesday, July 15th, with scorching heat index temps hitting 95+ degrees—factoring in humidity, it’s going to feel brutal. The…
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Law Professor Sues Over Dean Appointment | Lexington News
A Kentucky law professor on leave is suing his own university over the controversial appointment of a non-tenured judge as dean, claiming the move violates his…
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Tragic Collision Claims 12-Year-Old's Life | Lexington News
A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded in Northern Kentucky when 12-year-old Camden Hunter died from injuries sustained in a July 6 collision in Florence. He was a…
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Lextran Route Changes Starting August 16 | Lexington News
Lextran’s bus routes are shifting starting Sunday, August 16, to boost reliability—minor tweaks to routes 3 and 5 near Walmart, a later final departure for…
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KATLC Board Meeting to Boost Accessibility | Lexington News
Kentucky’s KATLC is holding a public board meeting on July 17th to spotlight its mission: helping people with disabilities access life-changing tech like…
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Art Teacher Wins National STEAM Award | Lexington News
Leonardo Jaramillo-Jones, a visual arts teacher at Lexington Middle School, just won the prestigious 2026 Distinguished Specialist Award from the Institute for…
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Dr. George Zack's Legacy in Music | Lexington News
Dr. George Zack, the visionary Music Director Emeritus and Conductor Laureate of the Lexington Philharmonic, has passed away, leaving behind a legacy that…
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Kentucky Homeownership Just Got Tougher | Lexington News
Thinking of buying a home in Kentucky by 2026? Brace yourself—saving for that 20% down payment will cost you nearly $21,000 more than it did a decade ago. A…
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States Rethink Juvenile Justice | Lexington News
States across the nation are rethinking juvenile justice—shifting from punishment to rehabilitation as they seek smarter, more humane ways to guide young…
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Utilities Demand Bill Surge | Lexington News
Your wallet’s about to take a hit—utilities nationwide are demanding record-breaking rate hikes totaling over $18 billion just in the first half of the year…
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Crystal Rogers Act Strengthens Grand Jury Secrets | Lexington News
A new law, the Crystal Rogers Act, goes into effect July 15th, making it a felony to share recorded grand jury testimony—with a 10-year statute of limitations…
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So We Begin | Lexington News
You’re about to dive into the wild, weird, and wildly important world of podcasting—where secrets are spilled, trends explode, and hosts turn chaos into gold…
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Kentucky Lowers Carry Age to 18 | Lexington News
Kentucky just dropped a major gun rights update: starting Tuesday, 18- to 20-year-olds can now apply for concealed carry permits — a huge shift from the…
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Bridge Reopens One Lane After Flood | Lexington News
Tates Creek Road bridge is back open—just one lane after major flood damage from June 27’s severe weather. Drivers brace for delays and stay alert near the…
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Senate Amid Leadership Turbulence | Lexington News
The Senate’s agenda is in chaos as the loss of Senator Graham and Senator McConnell’s health struggles create major disruptions, forcing leaders to scramble to…
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Jelly Roll Mural Finally Gone | Lexington News
That iconic Jelly Roll mural at Record Nations — meant to be a short-lived festival promo — stuck around for nearly three years, much longer than anyone…
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COO With No Election Experience | Lexington News
Louisville’s new Jefferson County Clerk, David Yates, is facing backlash over his controversial hire of Troy LeBlanc as chief operating officer — a move…
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Former Grant Manager Sues School District | Lexington News
A former grants accounting manager for Fayette County Public Schools is suing the district and superintendent, alleging she was retaliated against for…
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Publix vs Kroger Price Showdown | Lexington News
Publix is making a bold grocery move near Kroger, sparking a price showdown as food costs soar—dairy’s nearly tied, but Kroger edges out Publix on produce…
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Boat Crash on Herrington Lake | Lexington News
A deadly boat crash on Herrington Lake has left one man dead and another critically injured — sparking a family-led investigation and a call for…
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Family Seeks Answers After Lake Tragedy | Lexington News
A tragic boat collision on Herrington Lake claimed the life of 25-year-old Nazar Svintozelskiy, left his father in critical condition, and injured other family…
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Boat Collision Investigation Deepens | Lexington News
A tragic boat collision on Herrington Lake claimed the life of 25-year-old Nazar Svintozelskiy on July 4th, leaving his father in critical condition and others…
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Kentucky Law Extends Crime Investigation Window | Lexington News
Today marks the launch of Kentucky’s Crystal Rogers Act, a landmark law extending the statute of limitations for investigating serious crimes from one to ten…
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Former Teacher Sues Over Whistleblowing | Lexington News
A former Fayette County Public Schools employee is suing the district after she was transferred and fired for speaking out on financial mismanagement — just as…
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DOJ Subpoenas NYT Over Qatar Jet | Lexington News
Justice subpoenas NYT reporters over Qatar’s $4 billion Air Force One jet — a story that’s sparking national debate on transparency, foreign gifts, and…
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IBM Misses Q2 Targets Amid Client Shifts | Lexington News
IBM’s Q2 earnings missed Wall Street’s mark, sending its stock down 23% in early trading. CEO Arvind Krishna blamed client behavior—buying up hardware ahead of…
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Senators' Health in the Spotlight | Lexington News
Senator Lindsey Graham’s sudden death at 71 from an aortic tear has reignited debate over the health transparency of aging lawmakers, following Senator Mitch…
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Inflation Cooldown Offers Fed Breathing Room | Lexington News
Inflation cooled noticeably in June, dropping 0.4% from May—the biggest monthly decline in four years—with yearly inflation now at 3.5%, down from 4.2%…
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Lindsey Graham’s Sister Takes Senate Seat | Lexington News
Lindsey Graham’s sister, Darline Graham Nordone, has been tapped to temporarily fill his U.S. Senate seat—stepping in for the rest of his term until January…
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New Drug Targets Tau in Alzheimer's | Lexington News
A breakthrough in Alzheimer’s research is unfolding with diranersen, an experimental drug that targets tau protein—instead of amyloid—offering a fresh path to…
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Supreme Court, Iran, and Press Under Fire | Lexington News
Supreme Court Justices Kagan and Barrett are heading to Capitol Hill seeking a $228 million budget boost for security, amid a spike in threats against federal…
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Inflation Ease, Oil Jitters, Tech Bounce | Lexington News
Stocks rally as inflation surprises turn bearish, easing Fed rate hike fears and boosting tech and housing stocks — but Middle East tensions spike oil prices…
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Teenagers Stole Car, Flew From Police | Lexington News
A deputy in Knox County, Kentucky, chased a suspicious dark Dodge Dart after spotting it circling cars in a subdivision—only to catch the teen driver and…
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Kentucky Heat Builds This Week | Lexington News
Kentucky’s soaking up sunshine this week with temps climbing into the 90s and humidity creeping in—be ready for sticky heat, especially by Thursday and Friday…
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Tragic Collision in Boone County | Lexington News
A devastating crash on Industrial Road in Boone County, Kentucky, claimed the lives of two people: 12-year-old Camden Hunter, who died at Cincinnati Children’s…
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Tragic Crash Claims Two Lives in Boone County | Lexington News
A heartbreaking crash on Industrial Road in Boone County, Kentucky, claimed the lives of a 12-year-old boy, Camden Hunter, and his 75-year-old driver, Shirley…
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City Murals Vape Shops and Police | Lexington News
The Jelly Roll mural is officially gone—locals are cheering its removal—while the PRHBTN mural festival prepares for its next wave of downtown art. A quirky…
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Last Standing Choctaw Academy | Lexington News
A Kentucky landowner is on a mission to save a crumbling 200-year-old stone building—the last standing structure of the Choctaw Academy, a pioneering Native…
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Clarion Hotel Expands for BreyerFest Demand | Lexington News
The Clarion Hotel in Lexington is set to transform with a major expansion—adding 14,000 square feet to its convention center, renovating rooms, and building…
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Kentucky Football Tickets & Schedule Breakdown | Lexington News
Kentucky football fans, your ticket window is open! Single-game tickets drop July 16 at 9 AM ET via Ticketmaster or UK Football’s site, while season ticket…
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Tubby Smith Enters Hall of Fame | Lexington News
Tubby Smith is officially headed to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame as part of the 2026 class — a monumental honor for a coach who reshaped…
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Three Sisters Fight Rare TBCK | Lexington News
Three sisters in Kentucky defy the odds with a rare genetic disorder called TBCK—only 170 cases worldwide—each day a battle against seizures and developmental…
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Tubby Smith's Hall of Fame Legacy | Lexington News
Tubby Smith, the legendary college hoops coach whose name is etched in championship lore, is set to be honored with induction into the National Collegiate…
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Data Center Near Shaker Village Sparks Debate | Lexington News
Burgin’s city council narrowly approved annexing land for a major data center near Shaker Village, sparking community backlash over environmental concerns and…
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Kentucky Towns Prep for Data Centers | Lexington News
Two Kentucky towns, Georgetown and Nicholasville, are racing ahead of the curve on data centers—both holding community meetings to plan for potential…
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Kentucky Campaign Finance Shifts | Lexington News
Kentucky’s new campaign finance rules, kicking in July 15th, let candidates use funds for security before and after elections—because protecting those who run…
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Kentucky’s 190 New Laws Take Effect | Lexington News
Kentucky just rolled out over 190 new laws—half now live—set to fully take effect July 15th, reshaping housing, education, criminal justice, and child…
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Fifty Years Saving Lives One Patient at a Time | Lexington News
Terry Foster is celebrating 50 years as an emergency nurse — a journey that began at age 14 when he volunteered at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, sparking a…
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Nominate a Woman Entrepreneur Today | Lexington News
Nominate a trailblazing woman entrepreneur before August 9th—Aviatra Accelerators is honoring six standout categories across Northern Kentucky, Southeast…
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Cyclosporiasis Surge in Midwest | Lexington News
Cyclosporiasis cases are surging across the Midwest, with Michigan reporting over 1,200 cases and Ohio hitting 177—nearly double the seasonal average. This…
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Homebuyer Help Just Got Bigger | Lexington News
Northern Kentucky just doubled down on home ownership dreams—boosting its Homebuyer Assistance Program from $10K to $15K to help families in Covington…
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Dr. Jen Quammen Leads AVMA | Lexington News
Dr. Jen Quammen, a Kentucky vet with a unique blend of clinical experience, tech innovation, and leadership, is set to lead the American Veterinary Medical…
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Campbell County Farm Tour Returns | Lexington News
This Saturday, July 18th, the Campbell County Backroads Farm Tour rolls back with 19 stops packed with wine, organic veggies, horses, beef, flowers, and even…
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Covington Farmers Market Gets Permanent Home | Lexington News
After nearly two centuries and twelve moves, the Covington Farmers Market is finally getting a permanent home — a bold, multi-use development set to become a…
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Teen Entrepreneur Brooke Sweeney | Lexington News
Meet 15-year-old Brooke Sweeney, the brains behind Oats Elevated—a thriving business she launched at just 14, selling delicious, clean-label overnight oats…
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Kentucky Swimmers Dive Into History | Lexington News
Over a thousand young swimmers from across Kentucky converge at the historic Spindletop Farm in Lexington for the Central Kentucky Swim Conference Championship…