Live News of Kentucky August 31, 2024

Militia Member Sentenced To 5 Years For Capitol Riot

A militia group member who communicated with other far-right extremists while they stormed the U.S. Capitol has been sentenced to five years in prison. Dan Edwin Wilson, a Kentucky electrician, was found guilty of planningRead More

Kentucky Man Sentenced To Over Four Years For Capitol Riot

A Kentucky man has been sentenced to more than four years in prison for his involvement in the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol. The man, who was the first rioter to enter the building,...Read More

Kentucky Failing To Provide Community-Based Mental Health Services

A recent report issued by the U.S. Department of Justice has highlighted Kentucky's potential violation of federal law by not offering community-based services to adults in Louisville with serious mental illness. The 28-paRead More

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First Capitol Rioter Sentenced To 53 Months In Prison

A man from Kentucky, identified as the first rioter to enter the US Capitol on January 6, 2021, has been sentenced to 53 months behind bars. Michael Sparks was convicted in March by a Washington, DC,...Read More

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Promotes Literacy Across States

Dolly Parton, the iconic country music legend, has been on a mission for the past three decades to promote literacy through her Imagination Library book giveaway program. Inspired by her father, who never learned to read...Read More

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Dannielynn Birkhead Celebrates 18Th Birthday Early At Power Morphicon

Anna Nicole Smith’s daughter, Dannielynn, recently kicked off her 18th birthday celebrations at the Official Power Morphicon Convention in Pasadena, Calif. Accompanied by her father, Larry Birkhead, the 17-year-old was desRead More

Kentucky Dentist And Son Face Charges In Employee's Murder

A tragic incident has unfolded in Prestonsburg, Kentucky, where a dentist and his son are facing criminal charges following the death of an employee at their family restaurant. The victim, 39-year-old Amber Spradlin, was fRead More

Federal Judge Dismisses Major Charges In Breonna Taylor Case

A federal judge in Louisville, Kentucky, has made a significant ruling in the case involving the fatal shooting of Breonna Taylor. The judge dismissed major felony charges against two former Louisville officers accused ofRead More

Basketball Coach Rick Pitino's Office Burglarized At St. John's

Renowned basketball coach Rick Pitino fell victim to a burglary this week at St. John's University, where he currently serves as the head coach of the men's basketball program. The incident took place on Tuesday evening,...Read More

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Mcconnell Urges Strong Defense, Support For Allies Amid Global Challenges

In a recent address to a Kentucky audience, Senate Republican leader emphasized the importance of deterring America's adversaries and maintaining a robust military presence. He highlighted the need for a united front withRead More

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Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer To Speak At DNC

Michigan Democrats are gearing up to show their support for Governor Gretchen Whitmer as she prepares to speak at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Whitmer's political group is distributing purple 'I'm with BiRead More

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Universities Restructure Diversity Offices Amid Political Debates

The University of Kentucky has announced plans to disband its Office for Institutional Diversity, citing concerns that its focus on identity has stifled political discussions. The decision comes in response to questions frRead More

Democrats Turn Convention Roll Call Into Ultimate Dance Party

The Democratic National Convention took an unexpected turn on Tuesday as delegates from various states and territories gathered to award their delegates to Vice President Kamala Harris. The convention roll call, typicallyRead More

Ohio Senator JD Vance Accuses Gov. Beshear Of Wishing Rape

Ohio Senator and GOP vice presidential candidate JD Vance recently engaged in a heated exchange with Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, following comments made by both politicians regarding abortion and rape. The controversyRead More

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Kentucky Governor Beshear Advocates For Reproductive Rights At DNC

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear delivered a passionate speech at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, focusing on the importance of reproductive rights. Beshear highlighted the concerning trend of extreme abortionRead More

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Democratic Rising Stars To Speak In Chicago

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer are set to speak at an event in Chicago this week, according to sources familiar with the planning. This event will shine a spotlight on two crucial...Read More

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Supreme Court Denies Biden Administration Request On LGBTQ+ Student Protections

The Supreme Court recently made a decision to reject a request from the Biden administration to implement certain aspects of a new federal rule aimed at safeguarding LGBTQ+ and pregnant students from discrimination in 10 sRead More

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GOP Considers Dismantling Department Of Education Under Trump Administration

Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky has suggested that if Republicans gain control of both Congress and the White House in November, they could potentially dismantle the Department of Education (DOE). Massie's comments come inRead More

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Abortion Rights Amendments Set For State Ballots In 2024

Election officials in Arizona and Missouri have confirmed that abortion-rights supporters in their states have successfully gathered enough petition signatures to place proposed amendments protecting abortion rights into tRead More

Former UK Student Pleads Guilty To Assault Charges

A former University of Kentucky student has pleaded guilty to assault charges after a disturbing incident on campus in 2022. Sophia Rosing admitted to four counts of fourth-degree assault, one count of disorderly conduct,Read More