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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’s 4-Hour Nap Rule | Lexington News
Kentucky’s got a quirky rule for truckers: you can nap up to four hours a day—but only in your vehicle, no camping. It’s all about fighting fatigue, since…
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Kentucky Asphalt Contracts Under Fire | Lexington News
A new analysis is exposing troubling patterns in Kentucky’s asphalt contracting, revealing how L-M Asphalt Partners has won over $400 million in contracts…
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Lexington Council Moves Big on Streets and Growth | Lexington News
Lexington’s city council just passed its biggest budget ever—$546 million—with major moves to make streets safer, ban parking in bike lanes (with a $100 fine…
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Exantus Release Sparks Legislative Change | Lexington News
Ronald Exantus, set to walk free July 29 after being found not guilty by reason of insanity for the 2015 murder of six-year-old Logan Tipton, has sparked…
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Texting Thumb Pain You Can’t Ignore | Lexington News
Your thumbs are paying the price for constant texting—doctors are seeing a surge in “texting thumb” pain, from dull aches to nerve pinching and tendonitis. If…
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Working Homeless in a Housing Crisis | Lexington News
It’s a crisis in plain sight: millions of hardworking Americans in warehouses, hospitals, and restaurants are stuck in a cycle where their paychecks can’t…
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Covington Home Repair Grants 2026 | Lexington News
Covington’s new homeowner repair program for 2026-2027 offers up to $10,000 grants for emergency fixes like leaky roofs, broken HVAC, or electrical hazards —…
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New Leaders Shape Thomas More's Future | Lexington News
Thomas More University welcomes two powerhouse new leaders: M. Scott McIntyre, a 1997 grad and former law partner, now Vice-Chair of the Board, and H. Lytle…
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Defending Champs Return for Mike Dyas Classic | Lexington News
Defending champions Jordan Griffin, Mike Kessling, Matt Brady, and Steve Lock aim to repeat as winners at the Mike Dyas Golf Classic, honoring the late Mike…
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NKU Lands Veteran Athletic Leader Mike Odom | Lexington News
Northern Kentucky University has landed a major athletic leadership upgrade, hiring Mike Odom as its new vice-president and director of athletics. With a…
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Nominate Young Leaders Shaping Northern Kentucky | Lexington News
Nominations are open for the Next Generation Leader Awards, celebrating Northern Kentucky’s rising stars under 40 who’re reshaping careers and communities…
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Newport’s Floodwall Becomes Living History | Lexington News
Newport’s floodwall is getting a stunning artistic makeover—turning concrete into a living timeline of the city’s history. The first two mural panels debut in…
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Zotefoams Expands in Walton | Lexington News
Zotefoams just unveiled a $13.8 million expansion at their North American HQ in Walton, set to boost production by over 20% and slash delivery times with local…
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McConnell’s Health Under Scrutiny | Lexington News
Senator Mitch McConnell’s hospitalization has sparked growing public concern over his ability to serve, as allies offer limited updates while groups like the…
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Kentucky Demands Transparency on McConnell's Health | Lexington News
Kentucky’s governor is demanding more transparency from Senator McConnell’s team about his health, as locals grow frustrated with vague statements about his…
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Kentucky Coroners Push for Fair Pay | Lexington News
Kentucky coroners are demanding a statewide salary schedule to close dangerous pay gaps and boost professionalism—after sheriffs and clerks already enjoy…
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Fayette County Schools Face Budget Crisis | Lexington News
Fayette County Public Schools faces a looming budget shortfall after discovering an eight-point-five-million-dollar overstatement in past property tax…
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Tragic Boat Collision in Herrington Lake | Lexington News
Tragedy struck Herrington Lake when 25-year-old Nazar Svintozelskiy died in a boat collision on July 4th; a memorial service is set for Sunday at 6 p.m. at the…
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NASA Astronauts Visit Ark Encounter | Lexington News
Celebrate the Ark Encounter’s 10th anniversary with a cosmic twist—three real NASA astronauts, including a moonwalker, are joining the festivities, which also…
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Colonel Sanders’ Personal Treasures Up for Auction | Lexington News
Colonel Harland Sanders’ personal treasure trove is hitting the auction block July 28th — including handwritten recipes, presidential letters, his engraved…
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Americans Searching for Meaning | Lexington News
Americans are turning to the internet in droves to decode complex social and emotional concepts, with “gaslighting” leading the pack at nearly 287,000 monthly…
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Cannabuzz Champagne Blush Hits Kentucky Shelves | Lexington News
Cannabuzz just dropped its buzzy new sparkling THC drink, Champagne Blush, in 13 Kentucky liquor stores — and it’s already a hit. Inspired by rosé champagne…
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Judge Cole Addresses Nolan Wells Tragedy | Lexington News
Chancery Judge Ashlee Cole steps in to dispel rumors surrounding the tragic death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells, who vanished during a July 4th trip to Horn…
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Kentucky Medicaid Cuts Threaten Kids' Therapy | Lexington News
Kentucky’s 4% Medicaid rate cut hits pediatric therapy hard, risking closures and forcing providers to stop serving Medicaid patients—especially for families…
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Lexington Sends Aid to Venezuela | Lexington News
Venezuelans in Lexington, Kentucky, are rallying in a powerful show of solidarity, packing nearly 90 boxes of diapers, food, and essentials for earthquake…
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Rain, Heat, and Flooding Ahead | Lexington News
Rain’s back and it’s bringing heat, humidity, and flooding risks as scattered storms pummel Central and Eastern Kentucky. Highs hover in the upper 80s with…
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Mayor Jenkins Inducted Into Sports Hall of Fame | Lexington News
Georgetown Mayor Burney Jenkins just earned a legendary honor—induction into the National Federation of High School Sports Hall of Fame—after a half-century of…
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Veterans Clean Up Floods in Madison County | Lexington News
Veterans of Team Rubicon are still on the ground in Madison County, clearing flood debris and restoring homes free of charge since July 2nd — bringing purpose…
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Sixty-Nine-Year-Old Accused of Trafficking and Rape | Lexington News
A 69-year-old Kentucky man, Darrell Carnahan, has been arrested on multiple serious charges including human trafficking and rape after an 18-month…
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Kentucky Gets $400K from Cash App Settlement | Lexington News
Kentucky’s poised to get nearly $400,000 from a $45 million national settlement with Cash App’s parent company, Block — a win for consumers after state…
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McConnell’s Health Under Scrutiny | Lexington News
Senator Mitch McConnell’s hospitalization has sparked widespread concern across Kentucky, with Governor Beshear and civic groups demanding transparency about…
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Exantus Set for Second Release | Lexington News
Ronald Exantus, the man whose controversial early release last year ignited nationwide outrage, is set to walk free again on July 29 after serving his full…
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Katie Comstock Takes Helm at Kentucky LRC | Lexington News
Katie Comstock is stepping into the top role at Kentucky’s Legislative Research Commission, officially starting August 1 after being appointed to succeed…
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Zotefoams Expands in Northern Kentucky | Lexington News
Zotefoams Inc. just unveiled a massive expansion at its North American HQ in Walton, Kentucky — celebrated by Lieutenant Governor Bessie Coleman — marking both…
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Kentucky Roads Get Major Upgrade | Lexington News
Kentucky’s roads and bridges are getting a massive $73 million federal boost—funding three key projects to fix crumbling infrastructure, boost safety, and…
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Teen Driver Involved in Fatal Crash | Lexington News
Teen Driver Involved in Fatal Crash | Lexington News
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Debra Wireman's Remains Identified | Lexington News
The remains of 69-year-old Debra Wireman from Flemingsburg, Kentucky, have been identified after her car was found in Clermont County, Ohio — sparking a…
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Heat Waves Threaten Specialty Farmers | Lexington News
Specialty farmers are battling rising temperatures that threaten their crops and workers, forcing them to harvest early and late, set up shade tents, and…
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CashApp Settles for $45M Nationwide | Lexington News
CashApp and its parent company Block are paying $45 million nationwide after being caught deceiving users—Kentucky alone recouped over $556,000 for victims…
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DUI Arrest After Echo Valley Crash | Lexington News
DUI Arrest After Echo Valley Crash | Lexington News
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Core Spaces Eyes Third Student Tower | Lexington News
Core Spaces is moving forward with a massive new student housing project in Lexington — a seven-story building with 278 units and 717 bedrooms replacing the…
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Evelyn Maggard Wins National Art Award | Lexington News
Evelyn Maggard just shattered expectations—winning top honors in art painting at the Junior National Beta Convention in Nashville, themed “Wired for Success.”…
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Douglass Students Shine at National Educators Rising | Lexington News
Frederick Douglass High School students blew the roof off the Educators Rising National Conference in Portland, Oregon, bringing home a dazzling array of…
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Mayor Weddle’s Lamborghini Legal Trouble | Lexington News
Mayor Randall Weddle’s lavish lifestyle is hitting legal and financial walls as Lamborghini Financial Services sues to repossess his $160K Urus—worth nearly…
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EKU Unveils Next-Gen Drone for Students | Lexington News
Eastern Kentucky University just dropped a drone game-changer: the WingtraRay, a vertical takeoff/fixed-wing beast packed with next-gen sensors and cameras…
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McConnell’s Health Mystery Deepens | Lexington News
Senator Mitch McConnell’s hospitalization has sparked wild social media speculation, but his allies are pushing back—former adviser Scott Jennings says he…
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The Bluegrass Mystery Revealed | Lexington News
Dateline drops a gripping new episode: “The Bluegrass Mystery,” unraveling the chilling disappearance of 47-year-old Ella Jackson — and the shocking truth…
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McConnell’s Health Update Sparks Questions | Lexington News
Senator Mitch McConnell, 84, has been out of public view for 24 days since June 14, sparking rumors and calls for transparency—especially as Governor Andy…
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Kentucky Fair Leadership Shake-Up | Lexington News
Kentucky’s State Fair Board just pulled off a high-stakes leadership shuffle, installing Mike Berry as interim president and CEO — a $440K, two-year role…
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Average Families Paying More | Lexington News
New analysis reveals the average American family is spending at least $2,000 more since the Republican-backed federal budget bill passed last summer—proof that…
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Beshear Demands McConnell Health Update | Lexington News
Governor Andy Beshear is urging Senator Mitch McConnell to publicly address his health, amid growing public concern over the veteran senator’s fitness for…
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Madison County Roadwork Delayed | Lexington News
Roadwork kicks off July 12th on U.S. 25’s Robert Martin Bypass in Madison County, KY — resurfacing from Irvine Road to Jacks Creek Road with a new left-turn…
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Storms, Flooding, and a Cooling Change | Lexington News
Kentucky’s sweltering summer is here with daily afternoon thunderstorms fueled by heat and humidity, bringing heavy rain, lightning, and slow-moving storms…
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Transylvania’s Parent Guide Breakdown | Lexington News
Transylvania University just launched a comprehensive parent’s guide to ease the college transition, unpacking everything from their unique 4-4-1 academic…
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Kentucky Governor Demands Senate Transparency | Lexington News
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has demanded transparency over Senator Mitch McConnell’s health, sparking national concern as the 84-year-old senator remains…
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Debra Wireman’s Remains Found in Ohio Car | Lexington News
In a heartbreaking but conclusive development, human remains found in a car in Ohio have been officially identified as Debra Wireman, the woman reported…
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ICE Officer Shoots Man in Houston | Lexington News
A Houston man, Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, was fatally shot by an ICE officer during a high-speed chase — an incident sparking urgent calls for an independent…
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South Broadway Shooting Ends in Justifiable Homicide | Lexington News
A deadly January 1st shooting on South Broadway ended in two fatalities, labeled “justifiable homicide” by prosecutors after a drug deal turned violent. Police…
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Lexington and Louisville Education Rankings | Lexington News
Lexington and Louisville both made the top 100 in WalletHub’s U.S. city education rankings—with Lexington at 24 and Louisville at 94—but their scores reveal…
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Judge Rejects Bond Reduction in Murder Case | Lexington News
A Fayette County judge refused to lower the $1 million bond for Roberto Carlos Buffill Paredes, accused of murdering his wife, Anisleys Font Lantaron, in…