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Kentucky lawmaker wants to address homelessness among college students
38+ min ago (337+ words) FRANKFORT, Ky. (LEX NEWS) — Homelessness among college students is a growing concern in Kentucky and across the country, but state officials say one challenge is determining the true scope of the problem. According to the National Alliance to End Homelessness,…...
Lexington mayor names co-chairs of independent panel to review Lexington's Flock camera program
2+ hour, 58+ min ago (401+ words) LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX NEWS) — Mayor Linda Gorton has appointed two community leaders to co-chair an independent panel that will review Lexington's use of automated license plate reader technology and determine whether it meets best practices and community expectations. Gorton announced…...
Kentucky health officials remain confident as measles cases remain below 100 mark
3+ hour, 16+ min ago (290+ words) LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX NEWS) — The state of New York has declared a state of emergency. In Pennsylvania, the number of measles cases has now topped 1,000. However in Kentucky, the number of cases still remains below 100. In 99% of those cases, health…...
Warm and dry through Saturday before beneficial rain could return
5+ hour, 3+ min ago (308+ words) High pressure will keep us clear and dry tonight before warmer air begins moving into the region Wednesday. Afternoon highs will climb into the upper 70s and low 80s, with plenty of sunshine continuing. It could also turn a little breezy Wednesday…...
Lexington community mourns the loss of 6-year-old who died in his sleep
12+ hour, 13+ min ago (27+ words) LEX 18 News Lexington community mourns the loss of 6-year-old who died in his sleep...
Two sentenced to 10+ years in prison in Richmond meth trafficking case
3+ hour, 8+ min ago (191+ words) MADISON COUNTY, Ky. (LEX NEWS) — The U.S. Attorney's Office, Eastern District of Kentucky announced Tuesday the sentencing of two Richmond residents. Destiny Burns, 24, and Aaron Whittamore, 33, were sentenced to 11 years and 12 years in prison, respectively, on Monday. U.S. District Judge…...
Man injured after early-morning stabbing near New Circle Road
17+ hour, 53+ min ago (21+ words) LEX 18 News Man injured after early-morning stabbing near New Circle Road...
Elevated levels of lead found in Montgomery County water
7+ hour, 3+ min ago (89+ words) MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Ky. (LEX NEWS) — A water warning was issued Tuesday morning in Montgomery County. The Health Department said the Levee Road Water Association found elevated levels of lead in drinking water in some homes or buildings. Lead can cause…...
Appalachian community helps bring local film to the big screen
6+ hour, 49+ min ago (471+ words) FRENCHBURG, Ky. (LEX NEWS) — A movie made with the help of an Appalachian community is getting its big-screen debut this week, bringing local residents and students together both in front of and behind the camera. “Gone 2: The Unshakable Faith” tells…...