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Lyon County, Kentucky Celebrates School Resource Officer Appreciation Day.
LYON COUNTY, KENTUCKY (NewsFirst) -- On this School Resource Officer Appreciation Day, we want to give a shout out to SRO Deputies Jason Young and Cory Jessup. These two work hard every day to keep...
Paducah Police Recognize Holbrook for Heroic Actions in 2023
PADUCAH, Ky. (AP) — The Paducah Police Department extends its appreciation to Christian Holbrook for his commendable assistance in 2023. Mr. Holbrook demonstrated quick thinking and resourcefulness...
Remote weather stations see maintenance and innovation.
ILLINOIS (NewsFirst) -- Remote weather stations are an important part of IDOT’s Roadway Weather Information System, with new sites and innovations a hot topic for frigid temperatures. Because the...
MAYFIELD POLICE: Weekly Activity
MAYFIELD, KY On 02/11/24, the Mayfield Police Department responded to a residence for a domestic disturbance. Prisilla Derevage, age 32 of Mayfield, was placed under arrest for a...
Work Zone for Utility Work along KY 123/East Clay Street in Clinton Starts Feb. 19
Water main replacement work to take several months PADUCAH, Ky. (Feb. 13, 2024) – A contractor for the City of Clinton plans a work zone for utility upgrades along a section of KY...
Roadway Closed at Hickman-Fulton County Line
PADUCAH, Ky. (Feb. 13, 2024) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) has closed a section of KY 239 immediately north of the Hickman-Fulton County Line. This is along KY...
Deputy Arrests Paducah Woman on Drug Charges After Traffic Stop
PADUCAH, Ky. (AP) — On Feb. 13, 2024, at 9:47 p.m., Deputy Jeff Hartman conducted a routine patrol when he observed a Pontiac Bonneville committing traffic violations. A traffic stop was initiated...
Former pitcher Don Gullett, a World Series champion with the Reds and Yankees, dies at 73
By The Associated Press undefined Don Gullett, a standout major league pitcher who played for four consecutive World Series champions in the 1970s, died on Wednesday. He was 73.The Cincinnati Reds,...
Beau’s Seven Day Outlook
Ellington scores 23, Murray State defeats Missouri State 82-72
MURRAY, Ky. (AP) — Nick Ellington had 23 points in Murray State's 82-72 victory over Missouri State on Wednesday night.Ellington added five rebounds for the Racers (11-15, 8-7 Missouri Valley...
Kentucky Senate passes a bill to have more teens tried as adults for gun-related felony charges
By BRUCE SCHREINER Associated Press FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — More Kentucky teenagers charged with gun-related felony offenses would be transferred to adult courts to face trial under legislation passed...
Mass Shooting At Chief’s Parade
By HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTH Associated Press KANSAS CITY (AP) — A shooting at the end of the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl parade left at least eight injured while sending terrified fans running for...
Calloway County Man Arrested On Multiple Charges
CALLOWAY COUNTY, KENTUCKY (NewsFirst) -- On Feb 14, 2024, at approximately 2:00am deputies conducted a traffic stop at South 4th Street and Sycamore Street in Murray. The passenger was found to have...
Westbound Illinois 13 lanes to shift back to
MURPHYSBORO, ILLINOIS (NewsFirst) -- The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that, weather permitting, westbound Illinois 13 near the Big Muddy River in Jackson County will return...
Ballard County Schools recently split the position of transportation and facilities directorship into two jobs.
BALLARD CO. - (NEWS FIRST) “Denisha Renfrow has worked her way up in the transportation department, and we are excited to announce that she now has assumed the role of Ballard’s director of...
Rodeo Star Amberley Snyder to Inspire Students at MCHS FFA Event
MCCRACKEN COUNTY, Ky. (NEWS FIRST) — On February 21, McCracken County High School Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapter will host a special event featuring renowned rodeo star Amberley Snyder....
Congrats to St. Mary Lady Vikings for Winning 2024 Diocese Middle School Girls Basketball Tournament
PADUCAH, Ky. (NEWS FIRST) — The St. Mary Lady Vikings secured victory in the 2024 Diocese Middle School Girls Basketball Tournament, showcasing their prowess on the court. St. Mary Whitesville...
6th Grader Sydney Groves Qualifies for State Governor’s Cup Competition”
PADUCAH, Ky. (NEWS FIRST) — Sydney Groves, a determined 6th grader from St. Mary Paducah, showcased her academic prowess at the Region 1 Governor's Cup competition last Saturday. Groves' exceptional...
“Vikings Secure Dramatic Win Over Trigg County, Enjoy Memphis Grizzlies Game”
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (NEWS FIRST) — In a heart-stopping showdown at the FedEx Forum on Monday, the Vikings emerged victorious with a thrilling 69-67 win against Trigg County. The game showcased the...
“Kentucky Wildcats Baseball Season Opener Approaches After 35-Week Hiatus”
LEXINGTON, KY (NEWS FIRST) - After a 35-week break since the conclusion of the 2023 season, the Kentucky Wildcats baseball team is gearing up for its highly anticipated return to the diamond. The...