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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 Volleyball Shuts Down Top-6 Wisconsin | Lexington News
Kentucky volleyball exploded onto the scene in 2026, dismantling sixth-ranked Wisconsin in straight sets with a blistering 43-kill performance and elite…
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Hot Coffee, Big Trouble | Lexington News
Hot coffee lawsuits aren’t new — the 1994 McDonald’s case was just the flashiest example, but it ignored the hundreds of prior complaints. Today, similar…
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Mini Golf & Music Night at World of Golf | Lexington News
Florence is teaming up with World of Golf for a fun-filled Saturday night event—mini golf tournament at 4:30 PM with prizes for all ages, plus a live concert…
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Change Is a Slow Burn | Lexington News
Change isn’t a switch you flip—it’s a slow, steady evolution shaped by your environment, habits, and persistence. Real transformation demands immersion in new…
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Kentucky Dems Dismantle Grassroots | Lexington News
Seventy-five days before the election, Kentucky’s Democratic Party is quietly dismantling its grassroots structure—telling county chapters to act like regional…
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Republic Bancorp Named Top Performing Bank | Lexington News
Republic Bancorp just earned top honors from American Banker as one of the nation’s most profitable banks in its asset range, praised for smart lending…
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freshART 2026: Create. Auction. Celebrate. | Lexington News
Get ready for freshART’s 34th annual bash on September 12—where local artists get blank canvases stamped by the museum and just ten days to create brand-new…
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Point Perk Closes After Decade of Impact | Lexington News
Point Perk, the beloved downtown Covington coffee shop that served as a vital job-training hub for over a decade, is closing its doors on Saturday, September…
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Frisch's Big Boy Returns to Fort Wright | Lexington News
Frisch’s Big Boy just dropped a major one in Fort Wright, Kentucky — a brand-new location that’s already drawing crowds from across the region, including…
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Covington Catholic Dominates Ryle in Season Opener | Lexington News
Covington Catholic crushed Ryle 50-6 in a season-opening blowout, powered by young talent—sophomores scored five of seven touchdowns—with Kiyan Miller leading…
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More to the Story Season Launch | Lexington News
Get ready for the explosive new season of “More to the Story” from Thomas More University—where student and faculty voices take center stage. This fall…
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Council Reviews Big Budget Moves | Lexington News
Urban County Council gears up for a major fiscal deep dive Tuesday at 3 PM, reviewing multi-million-dollar contracts and grants impacting animal control, water…
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Students Redesign Space for Healing | Lexington News
University of Kentucky design students transformed The Nest, a 50-year-old nonprofit aiding families in crisis, by reimagining its space through…
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Lexington Crash and Shooting Investigation | Lexington News
A deadly crash unfolded Friday night in Lexington, Kentucky, when a black SUV plowed into a home after shots were fired—killing the driver on scene. Neighbors…
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Fatal Shooting on Tilden Drive Under Investigation | Lexington News
Fatal Shooting on Tilden Drive Under Investigation | Lexington News
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Father Charged with Abuse of Infant | Lexington News
A Kentucky father faces ten felony charges after chilling video footage allegedly shows him slapping his three-month-old daughter while his two-year-old son…
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Lexington Fatal Shooting Under Investigation | Lexington News
Lexington Fatal Shooting Under Investigation | Lexington News
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One School One Book Builds Belonging | Lexington News
Fayette County Public Schools just dropped a bold new initiative: “One School, One Book,” where every middle school student, teacher, bus driver, and custodian…
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Kentucky Schools Boost Bus Safety | Lexington News
Kentucky’s tightening the screws on school bus safety with new laws and tech—cameras now monitor stop arms, Bath County retrofits buses to catch violators. But…
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Veterans Deserve Dignity at Home | Lexington News
Veterans deserve dignity in their golden years — and Lexington’s Home Instead is stepping up to deliver it. Led by Frank Richards, whose stepfather battled…
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Haitian Deportees Return to Crisis | Lexington News
The U.S. just deported over 160 Haitian nationals in its first flight since ending Temporary Protected Status — a move that’s hitting Haiti at its weakest…
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Kentucky Schools Arm Buses with Cameras | Lexington News
Kentucky’s cracking down on school bus violations with new laws and camera tech—Bath County’s retrofitting buses to catch reckless drivers, even as human…
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Man Accused of Targeting UK Hospital Worker | Lexington News
A University of Kentucky hospital worker wearing a hijab was targeted in a frightening harassment incident near campus on August 11, prompting police to seek…
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Millersburg Food Pantry Needs Refrigerator | Lexington News
Millersburg’s food pantry is in urgent need of a commercial refrigerator to expand its ability to provide fresh, nutritious food to a community where nearly a…
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Kentucky Expands Medical Marijuana Access | Lexington News
Lexington just got its first medical marijuana cultivation center, Holler Cannabis Company, marking Kentucky’s 39th such facility — and it’s all local-owned…
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Community Carnival for Healing | Lexington News
Shiloh Baptist Church is hosting its annual community carnival this Friday night in the parking lot — the first big gathering in the East End since the tragic…
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Lexington Man Wanted in Hate Crime Incidents | Lexington News
Lexington Man Wanted in Hate Crime Incidents | Lexington News
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Youth Foundation Steps In After Park Shooting | Lexington News
After a deadly shooting at Charles Young Park left a teen dead and four others injured, the Youth Peace & Justice Foundation sprang into action, distributing…
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Dembo Gets DCCC Boost in Kentucky Race | Lexington News
Zach Dembo, a former federal prosecutor running in Kentucky’s 6th District, has been named a top priority by the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee…
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Police Chief Charged After Crash | Lexington News
Lancaster’s police chief, Ryan Hughes, faces serious charges after a July crash that ignited his car — now accused of DUI and first-degree criminal mischief…
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Friends Plan Lawsuit Against Sharpton | Lexington News
Three friends of Nolan Xavier Wells, who died at 18, are preparing to sue Reverend Al Sharpton for defamation after he made public accusations they murdered…
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Kentucky Judge Lets Period Tax Lawsuit Proceed | Lexington News
A Kentucky judge just cleared the way for a landmark lawsuit challenging the state’s tax on menstrual products, ruling that forcing plaintiffs to first seek…
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Car Crashes Through Lexington Home | Lexington News
A car slammed into a house on Augusta Drive in east Lexington around 2:15 PM, sending driver and passenger to the hospital with minor injuries. The home…
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Liggins Email Scandal Rocks FCPS Election | Lexington News
A shady scheme involving a retired FCPS official, Liggins, who allegedly left fake threatening emails under Rep. Camuel’s office door to silence criticism…
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Dan Wu's Hidden Billionaire Backing | Lexington News
Lexington’s Vice Mayor Dan Wu quietly revealed his ties to the Abundance Elected Network—a billionaire-funded group that sent a Stanford intern to help him…
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Lexington Budget & Economic Outlook | Lexington News
The Budget, Finance and Economic Development Committee meets August 25 to review Lexington’s July 2026 finances and track economic progress, while also…
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Father Charged with Abuse of Infants | Lexington News
A Kentucky father faces ten felony charges after video surfaced showing him slapping his three-month-old daughter—while also admitting to suffocating his…
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Tennessee Sex Offender Charged at Fayette Mall | Lexington News
A Tennessee sex offender is facing felony video voyeurism charges in Lexington after allegedly spying on women at Fayette Mall’s H&M — including a teen in an…
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Government Center Closes Early Due to Plumbing | Lexington News
Plumbing woes forced the Lexington Government Center to shut down early Friday at 11 AM, throwing a wrench in city services for residents and workers alike…
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School Bus Crash Near New Circle | Lexington News
A school bus crash near the New Circle and Georgetown roads intersection Friday morning sent two students to the hospital with minor injuries — thankfully not…
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Lexington City Hall Plumbing Emergency | Lexington News
Lexington’s historic city hall shut down early Friday due to major plumbing leaks—bathrooms hit hard, forcing closure by 11 AM. Repairs are underway with full…
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Sazerac Expands in Kentucky with New Distillery | Lexington News
Sazerac just snagged a massive new distillery in Lancaster, Kentucky — a 200-acre facility that opened this year and is primed to crank out more spirits to…
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Kentucky Students Vote on Wild Election Stickers | Lexington News
Kentucky’s third annual “I voted” sticker contest is heating up with eight wild student designs, including a menacing Spider-Man Lizard, flaming Elmo, and a…
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Southeastern Crush 10U Claims Historic Title | Lexington News
The Southeastern Crush 10U baseball team stunned the nation by winning the Cal Ripken World Series without a single loss — including a heart-pounding comeback…
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Local Heroes Honored for Service and Sport | Lexington News
Northern Kentucky’s sports community came together for a night of celebration, honoring legends and everyday heroes who’ve shaped local athletics. Dick Maile…
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Lexington’s Big Issues and Bright Spots | Lexington News
Lexington’s buzzing with three big stories: a major gym merger, a heated debate over data centers and zoning, and the never-ending Leestown Road construction…
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Former UK Athlete Pleads Guilty in Infant Death | Lexington News
A former University of Kentucky STUNT athlete, Laken Snelling, has pleaded guilty to multiple charges—including first-degree manslaughter and concealing the…
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Laken Snelling Pleads Guilty in Infant Death Case | Lexington News
Laken Snelling has pleaded guilty to first-degree manslaughter in the death of her infant son, a case that began with a tragic August 2025 discovery of the…
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Seven Wildcats Named to Senior Bowl Top 300 | Lexington News
Seven Kentucky Wildcats football players just cracked the Senior Bowl Top 300 — a major NFL scouting milestone — including standout talents like Nic Anderson…
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Three Wildcats in Comeback Race | Lexington News
Three Kentucky football stars—CJ Baxter Jr., Aaron Gates, and Sam Greene—are in the running for the 2026 Comeback Player of the Year Award after each battled…
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Kentucky Women Face NC State in Ally Tipoff | Lexington News
Kentucky Women’s Basketball is primed for a big showdown against NC State in Charlotte on Nov. 8, part of the Ally Tipoff — where history favors the Wolfpack…
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Kentucky Soccer Shows Grit in Draw | Lexington News
Kentucky’s men’s soccer team battled back from a two-goal deficit in a gritty 2-2 draw against Western Michigan, showcasing resilience with 13 newcomers—many…
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Festival of Faiths Builds Community | Lexington News
Fifteen hundred people from all walks of faith gathered at the Cincinnati Festival of Faiths, creating a vibrant tapestry of connection through music…
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Mobile Styling Van Empowers Women | Lexington News
A mobile styling van rolled into the Erlanger Library, bringing professional outfits and confidence to over a dozen women navigating career transitions…
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Iran Conflict: Stalled, Costly, and Unresolved | Lexington News
Six months in, what began as a “little excursion” against Iran has spiraled into a costly, unresolved military stalemate. Public opinion is sharply…
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Verst Logistics Expands with New HQ | Lexington News
Verst Logistics just unveiled its massive new headquarters, the Verst Logistics Excellence Center at CirclePort — a 20,000-square-foot powerhouse housing 75…
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Mapping the Economic Impact of Behavioral Health | Lexington News
OneQuest Health and Northern Kentucky University’s Center for Economic Analysis and Development are teaming up to uncover the real financial and community toll…
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Kentucky Prosecutors Honored for Service | Lexington News
Kentucky’s top prosecutors celebrated big wins at the annual conference, with major awards spotlighting unsung heroes like Alan George—recognized for 45 years…
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Brother and Sister Ball Kids Shine | Lexington News
Two Northern Kentucky siblings, Titus and Everett Barbour, have turned their passion for tennis into a standout career as ball kids at the Cincinnati…
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The Human Side of Trauma Response | Lexington News
When trauma strikes, the hospital’s elite team springs into action—trained, coordinated, and ready to deliver life-saving care from the moment of injury…