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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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Community Paramedics Preventing 911 Overuse | Lexington News
Georgetown Scott County EMS is revolutionizing emergency care with a community paramedicine program led by seasoned EMT Brandon Remley, who makes house calls…
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Kentucky Surplus Sparks Tax Debate | Lexington News
Kentucky just posted its seventh straight budget surplus, thanks to nearly $16 billion in General Fund receipts—$300 million more than projected—despite recent…
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McConnell’s Health in Question as Senate Awaits | Lexington News
Mitch McConnell’s return to the Senate remains uncertain as he stays hospitalized, sparking calls for transparency amid growing speculation. While his office…
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Kentucky Voter Surge Breaks Records | Lexington News
Kentucky just hit a voter registration milestone—over 11,000 new voters signed up last month, the biggest jump in nearly two years. Even in summer, the state’s…
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Golden Alert for Autistic Man Missing | Lexington News
Golden Alert for Autistic Man Missing | Lexington News
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Versailles Fire Victims Need Help | Lexington News
A devastating fire in downtown Versailles leaves five residents homeless, one hospitalized, and a beloved pet lost. The blaze tore through an apartment above…
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Kentucky Surplus Amid Tax Cuts | Lexington News
Kentucky just shattered records with its seventh straight budget surplus—bringing in 1.7% more than projected for FY2026—opening the door to restoring slashed…
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Jerry Jackson Plea Deal in Bell County | Lexington News
Jerry Jackson has pleaded guilty to multiple horrific charges involving two young children, spanning from 2020 to 2023, including first-degree rape, sodomy…
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Dean Pleads Guilty After Road Rage Gun Incident | Lexington News
Bryan Station High’s dean, John Bordas, took a guilty plea for menacing after a volatile road rage incident last March—where he followed a driver home and…
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Glover Leads With Fire at ISCO | Lexington News
Lucas Glover is firing on all cylinders at the ISCO Championship, sharing the first-round lead with a stellar 7-under 63 — including clutch birdies on the…
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Tragic Lake Loss in Laurel County | Lexington News
Tragic Lake Loss in Laurel County | Lexington News
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Calvary Church Demolishes Vacant Limestone Buildings | Lexington News
Calvary Baptist Church is demolishing two long-vacant buildings on South Limestone in downtown Lexington, transforming the lots into lush greenspace — no more…
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Lextran Bus Crash on Nicholasville Road | Lexington News
Lextran Bus Crash on Nicholasville Road | Lexington News
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45-Year Sentence for Child Pornographer | Lexington News
A woman from Pike County, Pamela Denise Sargent, received a 45-year federal prison sentence after pleading guilty to producing child pornography — including…
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Cyclospora Outbreak in Kentucky | Lexington News
Kentucky’s grappling with a rising cyclospora outbreak—31 to 80 confirmed cases as of July 10—part of a nationwide surge hitting 843 cases and 86…
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Bulgarian Scammer’s Crypto Escape Attempt | Lexington News
Bulgarian cat Rossen Iossifov, already behind bars for a $5 million crypto scam targeting 900 Americans, is facing fresh charges after trying to move seized…
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Romanian Scammer Sentenced for Global Vacation Fraud | Lexington News
A Romanian tech guy just got four years in U.S. prison for building a fake vacation rental scam empire that ripped off 14,000 people — all while hiding out in…
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Kentucky's Double Meteor Showers | Lexington News
Kentucky’s skies are about to light up with a dazzling double meteor shower this month — the Alpha Capricornids and Southern Delta Aquariids. The Alpha…
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Target Eyes New Store in Georgetown | Lexington News
Target’s big move in Georgetown, Kentucky is heating up—officially snapping up 13 acres at Georgetown Commons with plans for a brand-new store, teaming up with…
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Weddle Resigns After Legal Fallout | Lexington News
London Mayor Randall Weddle is stepping down after a whirlwind legal battle that ended with the Kentucky Court of Appeals upholding his removal from office — a…
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FTC Proposes New AI Rules Amid State Pushback | Lexington News
The Trump administration is rolling out a bold federal pushback against state AI laws, arguing they’re ideologically skewed, and is proposing a new FTC policy…
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Target to Open in Georgetown Kentucky | Lexington News
Target’s big move to Georgetown, Kentucky, just got official—snagging 13.28 acres at Georgetown Commons with a site development deal that’s already inked and…
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BCTC Grants Boost Immigrant Career Paths | Lexington News
Bluegrass Community and Technical College just won a $30,000 Truist Foundation grant to launch “New Roots, New Careers,” a bold new program empowering…
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Flash Flood Watch in Central Kentucky | Lexington News
Storms and soaking rain are hitting central Kentucky hard — with flash flood warnings in effect as multiple rounds of heavy downpours could dump 3-4 inches in…
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Flood Watch Alert for Kentucky | Lexington News
A major flood watch is in effect across central and eastern Kentucky, including Lexington and Louisville, through late Saturday night—meaning heavy rain could…
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Mayor Weddle Faces New Lawsuit | Lexington News
Mayor Weddle Faces New Lawsuit | Lexington News
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Ann Widdecombe Murder Investigation | Lexington News
Former MP Ann Widdecombe, 78, was found dead at her home with serious injuries, sparking a murder investigation. Known for her hardline conservative views and…
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New Little House Reimagines Frontier Spirit | Lexington News
Netflix’s fresh take on Little House on the Prairie taps into the enduring American dream with a gritty, frontier spirit, as showrunner Rebecca Sonnenshine…
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Legacy Lives Through Scholarships | Lexington News
From humble Kentucky roots to NCAA glory, Coach Lee Rose’s journey is now fueling the next generation. The Coach Lee Rose Foundation at Transylvania University…
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SK Hynix IPO Surges on AI Demand | Lexington News
SK Hynix just hit Wall Street with a record-breaking IPO, soaring 14% as AI demand explodes — raising $26.5 billion, the largest foreign debut ever on U.S…
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Tragic UTV Collision in Clay County | Lexington News
A heartbreaking tragedy struck Clay County when 56-year-old Robert L. Fisher Jr. died after stepping into the path of a utility terrain vehicle on Robinson…
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Kentucky Ice Cream Faces Off for National Crown | Lexington News
Three Kentucky ice cream spots—The Comfy Cow, Dairy Del, and Crank and Boom Craft Ice Cream—are battling for America’s Best Ice Cream crown in a fan-voted…
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Mayor Weddle Out After Mortgage Scandal | Lexington News
London Mayor Randall Weddle is stepping down after a dramatic legal showdown — the Kentucky Court of Appeals sided with the city council, ruling that his…
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Tragic UTV Collision in Clay County | Lexington News
Tragic UTV Collision in Clay County | Lexington News
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Fayette Schools' Finance Chief Retires Amid Crisis | Lexington News
Rodney Jackson, Fayette County Public Schools’ longtime finance chief, has retired amid mounting financial turmoil and criticism — including an independent…
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Mayor Weddle Resigns Amid Court Ruling | Lexington News
London’s mayor, Randall Weddle, has resigned effective July 12th, citing a court ruling as the reason — a decision he respected despite not wanting to step…
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Police Cruiser Crash in Lexington | Lexington News
A police cruiser in Lexington crashed Thursday afternoon at the intersection of Man o’ War Blvd and Sir Barton Way while en route to a call with lights…
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Honoring Alice Carter Through Back-to-School Giveaways | Lexington News
This Saturday, the Alice Carter Foundation kicks off its fifth annual backpack giveaway at the Charles Young Center, honoring the memory of beloved mother…
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Jewish Americans Feel Less Safe | Lexington News
Jewish adults in the U.S. feel increasingly unsafe since October 7, 2023, as protests over the Gaza war fuel antisemitic attacks and reshape public perceptions…
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Man Dragged by Car After Robbery | Lexington News
A Kentucky man is facing robbery and wanton endangerment charges after allegedly snatching $6,000 from a victim and dragging him down the street while he clung…
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Who’s Really Bombing Iran Now | Lexington News
Iran’s southern provinces rocked by mysterious airstrikes just hours after U.S. strikes wrapped up — no one claims responsibility, but one Iranian lawmaker…
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China Recovers First Rocket Stage | Lexington News
China just pulled off a historic space milestone: successfully recovering the first stage of its Long March-10B rocket — a first for the nation and a major…
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UFC Plot, Iran Strikes, Election Moves | Lexington News
Eight men are charged with plotting a deadly drone and sniper attack at a UFC event near the White House—stopping just in time. As tensions escalate in the…
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Kentucky Woman Sentenced for Child Abuse | Lexington News
A Kentucky woman, Pamela Denise Sargent, 45, received a 45-year federal prison sentence for producing child pornography involving two toddlers—filming herself…
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Terry Brooks Steps Down, Calls for Child-Centered Change | Lexington News
Terry Brooks, the longtime face of Kentucky Youth Advocate, is stepping down after two decades of transforming the state’s child well-being rankings—from…
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Forty-Five Years for Child Pornographer | Lexington News
A Kentucky woman, Pamela Denise Sargent, 45, received a 45-year federal prison sentence after being convicted of producing child pornography involving two…
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Kentucky’s Spider Sightings and Safety | Lexington News
Black widows are popping up in Kentucky, sparking online chatter—but don’t panic: these spiders are shy, only bite if provoked, and usually hide in woodpiles…
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UK Tailgating Rules Change 2025 | Lexington News
UK football tailgating gets a major upgrade starting 2025—no more wild setups, no more shady spots. Tents go up official time only (Aug 8 at 8 AM), must be…
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J. Batt Takes Over at Kentucky | Lexington News
J. Batt, Michigan State’s former VP and AD, is set to take the reins as UK’s new AD and CEO of Champions Blue LLC, starting July 28th — a move that follows…
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Ron Mercer Inducted Into Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame | Lexington News
Ron Mercer, the electrifying Kentucky guard who led the Wildcats to the 1996 national title as a freshman and the 1997 Final Four as a sophomore, was…
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Kentucky Football Adds Four Key Coaches | Lexington News
Kentucky football is shaking things up with four big hires as head coach Will Stein gears up for the 2026 season—Dillon Sanders returns to coach inside…
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Superintendent Standoff Escalates | Lexington News
Fayette County’s superintendent Demetrus Liggins is locked in a tense standoff with the school board, facing paid administrative leave amid claims of illegal…
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Solar Farms Blocked Again in Fayette | Lexington News
Fayette County’s Urban County Planning Commission just voted down another solar farm proposal — the second time in two years they’ve blocked large-scale solar…
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DartPoints AI Hub Plans in Lexington | Lexington News
DartPoints just dropped $29 million on a former Lexmark campus in Lexington, eyeing a $1 billion AI data center boom — with $300M for infrastructure and up to…
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Mia White’s Plea Deal and Probation | Lexington News
In a shocking twist of justice, Mia White, charged with murder in 2025, walked away with a 10-year sentence—but only after pleading guilty to lesser charges…
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Richmond Road Night Work Starts Soon | Lexington News
Richmond Road Night Work Starts Soon | Lexington News
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New Coach, New Stadium, New Start | Lexington News
Newport Central Catholic’s new head coach Terry Brown has just six weeks to turn around a rebuilding team, all while preparing for the historic home opener at…
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Licking River Link Route Update | Lexington News
The Licking River Link bus is getting a major upgrade—new stops in Newport, ditching old ones in Covington, and running seven days a week with bike racks and…
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Car Show for a Good Cause | Lexington News
Get ready for the 12th Annual Villa Hills Car & Truck Show — July 18th, 8 AM to 4 PM at 729 Rogers Rd. Featuring killer rides, live music, food, games, and a…
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Kentucky Teens Behind the Wheel | Lexington News
Kentucky’s teen drivers are facing a deadly crisis, with fatal crash rates more than double the national average—researchers are diving deep to uncover why…