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Kentucky Derby victory aboard Mystik Dan provides signature win for jockey Brian Hernandez Jr.
By GARY B. GRAVES AP Sports Writer LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Brian Hernandez Jr. will need a minute to digest his signature victory in the 150th Kentucky Derby.Maybe even more time since the milestone...
Canelo Alvarez retains undisputed championship with unanimous decision over Jaime Munguia
By MARK ANDERSON AP Sports Writer LAS VEGAS (AP) — The question of whether Canelo Alvarez can any longer knock out anyone likely won't go away with his unanimous victory Saturday night, but he...
Gov. Beshear Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Fallen Firefighters
FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 4, 2024) – In accordance with a proclamation from the White House and Public Law 107-51, Gov. Andy Beshear has directed that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to...
Mystik Dan wins 150th Kentucky Derby by a nose in a 3-horse photo finish at Churchill Downs
By BETH HARRIS AP Racing Writer LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Mystik Dan won the 150th Kentucky Derby in a three-horse photo finish, edging out Sierra Leone by a nose with Forever Young third in the...
Kentucky State Police Mourn Loss of Trooper
NEWS RELEASE Jonathon Johnson involved in off-duty fatal crash MADISONVILLE, Ky. (April 30, 2024) – Kentucky State Police (KSP) is mourning the loss of Trooper Jonathan Johnson, age 48, of Bowling...
Lyon County Sheriff’s Department Increases Presence on US 62 East Amid Construction Delays
Media Release KUTTAWA, Ky. (News First) — Lyon County Sheriff's Department advises motorists to expect significant delays on US 62 Eastbound from Barkley Dam to I-24 at Kuttawa until August 1st. The...
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
PADUCAH, Ky. (News First) — May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, and Paducah is amplifying awareness of the critical role mental health plays in our daily lives. Mayor George Bray emphasized the...
Beau’s Seven Day Outlook
Christian County Welcome Center at Kentucky-Tennessee Line Open
Facility has been closed since March 25 for maintenance MADISONVILLE, Ky. (News First) – After an extended closure, the Christian County Welcome Center and rest area along I-24 westbound near the...
Kentucky State Police Arrest Paducah Man After Pursuit
Paducah, Ky. (News First) – A Paducah man is in custody after fleeing from Kentucky State Police Troopers. Just before 11:00 AM, a Trooper observed a red Chevrolet Corvette traveling at 105 mph on...
Contreras keys 3-run 8th as Brewers rally to beat Cubs 3-1 in first game against Counsell
By ANDREW SELIGMAN AP Sports Writer CHICAGO (AP) — William Contreras hit an RBI single during Milwaukee's three-run eighth inning, and the Brewers won their first game against former manager Craig...
Arenado drives in 3 and Gray pitches seven innings as the Cardinals beat the White Sox 3-0
JOE HARRIS Associated Press ST. LOUIS (AP) — Nolan Arenado drove in three runs, Sonny Gray gave up three hits in seven innings and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Chicago White Sox 3-0 on Friday...
Man Arrested in Hazel, KY for Alleged Criminal Mischief
Hazel, Ky. (News First) — Christopher Carney, 36, was arrested Friday after deputies conducted an investigation and secured a warrant. Carney is suspected of moving out of an apartment and causing...
Recovery Now Rehabilitation Center Implements Text Notification System for Residents
MAYFIELD, Ky. (News First) — In a bid to foster transparency and community cooperation, Recovery Now Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Center, located at 4747 Old Dublin Road, announces the adoption...
Work Zone Lane Restriction on U.S. 45/Kentucky Ave in Downtown Paducah
Restriction between 9th Street and 7th Street until further notice PADUCAH, Ky. (May 2, 2024) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) has established a work zone lane restriction...
Police Respond to Two-Vehicle Collision in Mayfield
Mayfield, KY (News First ) — Mayfield Police Department officers responded to a collision at the intersection of South 16th Street and West Broadway on 05/02/2024 at approximately 1812 hours. The...
Child Abuse Investigation Leads to Arrest of Two in McCracken County
PADUCAH, Ky. (News First) — The McCracken County Sheriff’s Office was notified on May 2, 2024, that a child arrived at a local school with severe injuries consistent with abuse. An investigation led...
Summer Sports Camps Await Future Mustangs at MCHS!
Future Mustang Parents, Gear up for an exciting summer filled with athletic endeavors for your aspiring athletes! Our MCHS student athletes and coaches have organized a series of camps you won't...
West Kentucky Crime Stoppers Introduces New Tip Software
MAYFIELD - Beginning May 1, 2024, West Kentucky Crime Stoppers will roll out a new tip software, transitioning from Tip411 to P3 Tips. For the past six years, West Kentucky Crime Stoppers has relied...
Two-Vehicle Rollover Collision Injures Two in McCracken County
PADUCAH - (News First) - On Thursday, May 2, 2024, at approximately 1407 hours, deputies responded to a two-vehicle rollover collision with injuries at the intersection of Old US Hwy 45 and Englert...
