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Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals Blocks KREF’s Restriction of Kentuckians’ First Amendment Rights
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Sept. 5, 2024) – Attorney General Russell Coleman announced today that the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit immediately blocked the Kentucky Registry of Election Finance's (KREF) attempt to stop Kentuckians from expressing political opinions through local county...
Marshall County Sheriff’s Weekly Activity
On 09/02/2024, Keith Kraft (44) of Hardin KY, was arrested served a criminal complaint warrant for the charge of assault 4th degree. On 08/30/2024, Claude Johnson Jr (27) of Paducah KY, was arrested for the charge of Assault 1st degree following an investigation into a male that had arrived at a...
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New Antique, Home and Garden Store Opens Today in Paducah
PADUCAH, Ky. — The Frayed Home is opening its doors today in Paducah, bringing an eclectic mix of antiques, home goods, and garden items to the community. Owned by Shane and Jennifer Boudreaux, the...
KY 365 to be Blocked Next Week for Cross Drain Replacement
Blockage scheduled for Sept. 4-6 PADUCAH, Ky. – KY 365 in Crittenden County will be blocked for approximately three days next week as the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet replaces a cross drain at...
‘Seismic’ or ‘absolutely horrible’? Helmet communication in major college football is here
By GARY B. GRAVES AP Sports Writer Louisville coach Jeff Brohm looks forward to being that voice in his player's ear – much like he enjoyed hearing one as an NFL quarterback in the late 1990s. Brohm...
A.P. Scorecard
Here are the scores from yesterday's sports events: INTERLEAGUEFinal Philadelphia 3 Houston 2Final N.Y. Yankees 5 Washington 2Final Atlanta 10 Minnesota 6 AMERICAN LEAGUEFinal Kansas City 4...
Small Dog Enclosure at Noble Park Dog Park Opens Tuesday, August 27
The Paducah Parks & Recreation Department is announcing that the small dog enclosure at the new Noble Park Dog Park officially opens to the public on Tuesday, August 27. After relocating...
Paducah Police Honor K-9 Units on National Dog Day
PADUCAH, Ky. — In celebration of National Dog Day, the Paducah Police Department is recognizing the dedication and hard work of its K-9 units. Bary, along with his handler K-9 Officer Ben Anthony,...
Mobile Lane Restrictions Planned on I-69 in Marshall County on Thursday
Work scheduled from 8 p.m. to midnight PADUCAH, Ky. – A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet plans to utilize mobile lane restrictions along a section of Interstate 69 in Marshall...
KYTC D-2 Road Report
Road project schedule for the week of August 25-31 MADISONVILLE, Ky. (August 23, 2024) –The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet anticipates work zone construction and maintenance activities at the...
Officer Keith Thuline Honored with 2024 Governor’s Occupant Protection Enforcement Award
PADUCAH, Ky - Officer Keith Thuline of the Paducah Police Department was recognized today by the Kentucky Office of Highway Safety, receiving the 2024 Governor's Occupant Protection Enforcement...
The University of Kentucky to disband DEI
The University of Kentucky's president says the school will disband its office promoting diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. Office President Eli Capilouto said Tuesday it's in response to...
Recent News
ALERT: Active Shooter Situation with “Numerous Persons” Shot on Interstate south of Lexington, Ky
Arnold man dies in Ste Genevieve Co accident
Missouri abortion-rights amendment could be axed from the ballot after ruling
Missouri patient tests positive for bird flu despite no known exposure to animals
Farmington Empire Speedway closes 2024 season
news from around KENTUCKY
Tips for Safe Driving Near Schools as New Year Begins
News First - As the new school year approaches, it's crucial to prioritize safety when driving near schools. Here are some tips to help ensure the safety of students, parents, and staff: Slow Down: Always reduce your speed in school zones. Children can be...
Boar’s Head expands recall to include 7 million more pounds of deli meats tied to listeria outbreak
The popular deli meat company Boar's Head is recalling an additional 7 million pounds of ready-to-eat products made at a Virginia plant as an investigation into a deadly outbreak of listeria food poisoning continues, U.S. Agriculture Department officials said Tuesday....
UPDATE: Kentucky State Police Investigate Fatal Shooting in Trigg County
UPDATE CADIZ, Ky. (July 24, 2024) – Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 1 has continued the investigation into a shooting that occurred in Trigg County on July 20, 2024. The deceased has been identified as Austin Gardner, 25, of Cadiz, who entered the residence of Cody...
Joe Biden drops out of the 2024 Presidential race
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race for the White House on Sunday, ending his bid for reelection following a disastrous debate with Donald Trump that raised doubts about his fitness for office just four months before...
A widespread technology outage is disrupting flights around the globe on a busy summer travel day
Developing story WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — A global technology outagegrounded flights, knocked banks and hospital systems offline and media outlets off air on Friday in a massive disruption that affected companies and services around the world and...
Comedian Bob Newhart, deadpan master of sitcoms and telephone monologues, dies at 94
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Bob Newhart, the deadpan accountant-turned-comedian who became one of the most popular TV stars of his time after striking gold with a classic comedy album, has died at 94. Jerry Digney, Newhart's publicist, says the actor died Thursday in Los...
Trump picks Senator JD Vance of Ohio as his GOP running mate
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Former President Donald Trump chose Sen. JD Vance of Ohio as his running mate on Monday, picking a one-time critic who became a loyal ally and is now the first millennial to join a major-party ticket at a time of deep concern about the advanced age of...
Man Sets Fire, Chokes Woman, and Causes Crash After Fleeing Police
PADUCAH, Ky. (News First) — At approximately 7:18 a.m. Friday, the McCracken County Sheriff’s Office responded to a residential structure fire on Almyra Avenue. Upon arrival, authorities discovered the fire had been intentionally set by one of the occupants, Noah...
Attorney General Coleman Slams Biden Administration Appliance Mandates
Radical Green Agenda Strikes Too Close to Home FRANKFORT, Ky. (July 12, 2024) – Attorney General Russell Coleman announced his opposition to the Biden Administration's relentless regulatory assault on everyday household appliances. The U.S. Department of Energy...
NATIONAL NEWS
BREAKING: Donald Trump whisked off stage in Pennsylvania after apparent gunshots rang through the crowd
BUTLER, Pa. (AP) — Donald Trump was whisked off the stage at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania after apparent gunshots rang through the crowd. The former president and presumptive Republican nominee was showing off a chart of border crossing numbers during his last...
Kentucky drug crackdown yields 200 arrests in Operation Summer Heat
By BRUCE SCHREINER Associated Press FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — A sweeping investigation into suspected drug trafficking rings has produced more than 200 arrests and drug seizures valued at nearly $685,000, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear said Thursday. He also touted prevention...
Fort Campbell soldier found dead in home was stabbed nearly 70 times, autopsy shows
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A Fort Campbell soldier found dead in her home earlier this year died of nearly 70 stab wounds, according to an autopsy report. No arrests have been made in the death of 23-year-old Pfc. Katia Dueñas Aguilar, whose body was found in her...
Missouri governor says new public aid plan in the works for Chiefs, Royals stadiums
By DAVID A. LIEB Associated Press JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Missouri Gov. Mike Parson said Thursday that he expects the state to put together an aid plan by the end of the year to try to keep the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals from being lured across state lines to...
Tesla sales fall for second straight quarter despite price cuts, but decline not as bad as expected
By TOM KRISHER AP Auto Writer DETROIT (AP) — Tesla's global sales fell for the second straight quarter despite price cuts and low-interest financing offers, another sign of weakening demand for the company's products and electric vehicles overall. The Austin, Texas,...
Attorney General Coleman Achieves Another Victory Over Biden Administration’s Illegal Attempt to Redefine Sex Discrimination
FRANKFORT Ky. (July 3, 2024) – Attorney General Russell Coleman announced today a federal district court judge blocked the Biden Administration's attempt to force medical professionals to adhere to its gender politics over medical reality. In May, Kentucky joined...
Houston Rockets add elite shooter by taking Kentucky’s Reed Sheppard at No. 3 overall in NBA draft
By KRISTIE RIEKEN AP Sports Writer HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Rockets selected Reed Sheppard with the third overall pick in the NBA draft Wednesday night, adding a elite long-range shooter to their young team."We ended up with Reed as the best player in the draft by...
Celebrations honor Willie Mays and Negro League players ahead of MLB game at Rickwood Field
By ALANIS THAMES AP Sports Writer BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — As Ajay Stone strolled around historic Rickwood Field and gazed at tributes displayed in honor of Willie Mays and other Negro Leaguers, he clutched a cherished memory under his arm.It was a picture from 2004 of...
Donald Sutherland, the towering actor whose career spanned ‘M.A.S.H.’ to ‘Hunger Games,’ dies at 88
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Donald Sutherland, the Canadian actor whose wry, arrestingly off-kilter screen presence spanned more than half a century of films from "M.A.S.H." to "The Hunger Games," has died. He was 88.Son Kiefer Sutherland confirmed...
BREAKING: Donald Trump whisked off stage in Pennsylvania after apparent gunshots rang through the crowd
BUTLER, Pa. (AP) — Donald Trump was whisked off the stage at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania after apparent gunshots rang through the crowd. The former president and presumptive Republican nominee was showing off a chart of border crossing numbers during his last...
Kentucky drug crackdown yields 200 arrests in Operation Summer Heat
By BRUCE SCHREINER Associated Press FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — A sweeping investigation into suspected drug trafficking rings has produced more than 200 arrests and drug seizures valued at nearly $685,000, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear said Thursday. He also touted prevention...
Fort Campbell soldier found dead in home was stabbed nearly 70 times, autopsy shows
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A Fort Campbell soldier found dead in her home earlier this year died of nearly 70 stab wounds, according to an autopsy report. No arrests have been made in the death of 23-year-old Pfc. Katia Dueñas Aguilar, whose body was found in her...
Missouri governor says new public aid plan in the works for Chiefs, Royals stadiums
By DAVID A. LIEB Associated Press JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Missouri Gov. Mike Parson said Thursday that he expects the state to put together an aid plan by the end of the year to try to keep the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals from being lured across state lines to...
Tesla sales fall for second straight quarter despite price cuts, but decline not as bad as expected
By TOM KRISHER AP Auto Writer DETROIT (AP) — Tesla's global sales fell for the second straight quarter despite price cuts and low-interest financing offers, another sign of weakening demand for the company's products and electric vehicles overall. The Austin, Texas,...
Attorney General Coleman Achieves Another Victory Over Biden Administration’s Illegal Attempt to Redefine Sex Discrimination
FRANKFORT Ky. (July 3, 2024) – Attorney General Russell Coleman announced today a federal district court judge blocked the Biden Administration's attempt to force medical professionals to adhere to its gender politics over medical reality. In May, Kentucky joined...
Houston Rockets add elite shooter by taking Kentucky’s Reed Sheppard at No. 3 overall in NBA draft
By KRISTIE RIEKEN AP Sports Writer HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Rockets selected Reed Sheppard with the third overall pick in the NBA draft Wednesday night, adding a elite long-range shooter to their young team."We ended up with Reed as the best player in the draft by...
Celebrations honor Willie Mays and Negro League players ahead of MLB game at Rickwood Field
By ALANIS THAMES AP Sports Writer BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — As Ajay Stone strolled around historic Rickwood Field and gazed at tributes displayed in honor of Willie Mays and other Negro Leaguers, he clutched a cherished memory under his arm.It was a picture from 2004 of...
Donald Sutherland, the towering actor whose career spanned ‘M.A.S.H.’ to ‘Hunger Games,’ dies at 88
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Donald Sutherland, the Canadian actor whose wry, arrestingly off-kilter screen presence spanned more than half a century of films from "M.A.S.H." to "The Hunger Games," has died. He was 88.Son Kiefer Sutherland confirmed...