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Culvert Replacement Planned on KY 548 in Carlisle County this week
Roadway to be blocked from Wed. through Fri. PADUCAH, Ky. (Sept. 16, 2024) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) plans to block KY 548 in Carlisle County for three days this week to replace a failing culvert. The blockage will be at the 1.4 mile marker, about 0.3 miles from the...
Bridge on State Line Road in Calloway County to be Blocked on Tuesday
Should reopen Wednesday morning PADUCAH, Ky. (News First) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is planning a two day blockage of a bridge on State Line Road (KY 893) in Calloway County starting Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 8:30 a.m. KYTC will be applying a waterproofing membrane to the bridge over...
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Paramount Drive to Close for Stormwater Infrastructure Installation Starting Sept. 3
MURRAY Ky. — Paramount Drive, from Lowes Drive to Highway 121, will be closed from 7 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 3, through 5 p.m. on Sept. 20, for stormwater infrastructure installation, officials...
City Commission Meeting Highlights
August 27, 2024 Announcement Regarding Agreement with Weyland Ventures At the end of the meeting, Mayor George Bray announced that the City is dissolving its agreement with Weyland Ventures, a...
Brookport Bridge to be Blocked Briefly Next Week
KYTC to make repairs to Ohio River navigational lighting PADUCAH, Ky. – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet will block the U.S. 45 Ohio River "Brookport Bridge" in Paducah for about three hours...
Kentucky likely violating federal law over lack of mental health support
The U.S. Department of Justice says Kentucky is likely violating federal law for failing to provide community-based services to adults in Louisville with serious mental illness. The report released...
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,...
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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...
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...
Public Gets First Look at U.S. 51 Ohio River ‘Cairo’ Bridge Project Design Type
Tied arch design deemed best for new crossing PADUCAH, Ky. (July 11, 2024) — The U.S. 51 Ohio River Project team shared the design type for a new bridge that will connect Kentucky and Illinois during a public meeting tonight in Cairo, Illinois. Almost 90...
4 killed in shooting during party at a Kentucky home; suspect died after a vehicle chase, police say
FLORENCE, Ky. (AP) — Four people were killed and three others were wounded in an early Saturday shooting during a party at a home in northern Kentucky, police said. The shooting suspect later died after fleeing the home and leading police on a vehicle pursuit that...
Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie announces the death of his wife, Rhonda Massie
By BRUCE SCHREINER Associated Press FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Rhonda Massie, the wife of U.S. Rep. Thomas Massie, has died, the Kentucky congressman announced Friday in a moving social media tribute to his high school sweetheart and the "love of my life." No details about...
Liberatore pitches Cardinals to 4-1 win over Braves and doubleheader split after 6-2 loss in opener
By STEVE OVERBEY Associated Press ST. LOUIS (AP) — Matthew Liberatore pitched six shutout innings in a spot start and Alec Burleson hit a go-ahead, two-run double to lead the St. Louis Cardinals over the Atlanta Braves 4-1 Wednesday for a day-night doubleheader...
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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...
Celtics win 18th NBA championship with 106-88 Game 5 victory over Dallas Mavericks
By KYLE HIGHTOWER AP Sports Writer BOSTON (AP) — Jayson Tatum put his hands behind his head, with TD Garden fans standing on their feet cheering around him, and took it all in.Walking to the bench, he wrapped both arms around Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla.The journey was...
Key new features coming to Apple’s iOS 18 this fall
Cupertino, CA . (AP) - Apple announced a slew of new features for iOS 18 at Monday's developers conference event, many of which are designed to enhance the Siri assistant and bring artificial intelligence tools to iPhone users.The AI-packed updates coming in the fall...
AGs Coleman and Skrmetti Fight to Block Biden Administration’s Title IX Rule
First Challenge in the Nation to be Heard in Court LEXINGTON, Ky. (June 10, 2024) – Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman and Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti urged a federal judge in Lexington to block the Biden Administration's outrageous new...
Bobrovsky makes 32 saves as the Panthers shut out the Oilers 3-0 in Game 1 of Stanley Cup Final
By STEPHEN WHYNO AP Hockey Writer SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — Sergei Bobrovsky turned the puck over on the first shift and recovered. He lost his stick for 30 seconds at one point and still made saves. Connor McDavid put six shots on net, and none of them went in.Bobrovsky...
Caitlin Clark, physical play and questions about fouls dominating discussions around the WNBA
By DOUG FEINBERG AP Basketball Writer Caitlin Clark has been tested during her first month in the WNBA with physical play from opponents that has brought an increased spotlight on the league.Not all of the attention has been positive.The conversations exploded over...
Democrats wanted an agreement on using artificial intelligence. It went nowhere
DAN MERICA Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The Democratic National Committee was watching earlier this year as campaigns nationwide were experimenting with artificial intelligence. So the organization approached a handful of influential party campaign committees...
A Chinese spacecraft lands on the moon’s far side to collect rocks in growing space rivalry with US
BEIJING (AP) — A Chinese spacecraft landed on the far side of the moon Sunday to collect soil and rock samples that could provide insights into differences between the less-explored region and the better-known near side.The landing module touched down at 6:23 a.m....
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...
Celtics win 18th NBA championship with 106-88 Game 5 victory over Dallas Mavericks
By KYLE HIGHTOWER AP Sports Writer BOSTON (AP) — Jayson Tatum put his hands behind his head, with TD Garden fans standing on their feet cheering around him, and took it all in.Walking to the bench, he wrapped both arms around Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla.The journey was...
Key new features coming to Apple’s iOS 18 this fall
Cupertino, CA . (AP) - Apple announced a slew of new features for iOS 18 at Monday's developers conference event, many of which are designed to enhance the Siri assistant and bring artificial intelligence tools to iPhone users.The AI-packed updates coming in the fall...
AGs Coleman and Skrmetti Fight to Block Biden Administration’s Title IX Rule
First Challenge in the Nation to be Heard in Court LEXINGTON, Ky. (June 10, 2024) – Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman and Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti urged a federal judge in Lexington to block the Biden Administration's outrageous new...
Bobrovsky makes 32 saves as the Panthers shut out the Oilers 3-0 in Game 1 of Stanley Cup Final
By STEPHEN WHYNO AP Hockey Writer SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — Sergei Bobrovsky turned the puck over on the first shift and recovered. He lost his stick for 30 seconds at one point and still made saves. Connor McDavid put six shots on net, and none of them went in.Bobrovsky...
Caitlin Clark, physical play and questions about fouls dominating discussions around the WNBA
By DOUG FEINBERG AP Basketball Writer Caitlin Clark has been tested during her first month in the WNBA with physical play from opponents that has brought an increased spotlight on the league.Not all of the attention has been positive.The conversations exploded over...
Democrats wanted an agreement on using artificial intelligence. It went nowhere
DAN MERICA Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The Democratic National Committee was watching earlier this year as campaigns nationwide were experimenting with artificial intelligence. So the organization approached a handful of influential party campaign committees...
A Chinese spacecraft lands on the moon’s far side to collect rocks in growing space rivalry with US
BEIJING (AP) — A Chinese spacecraft landed on the far side of the moon Sunday to collect soil and rock samples that could provide insights into differences between the less-explored region and the better-known near side.The landing module touched down at 6:23 a.m....