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Belfry community mourns loss of WVSP Sgt. Cory Maynard

West Virginia State Police Sergeant Cory Maynard was involved in communities across the border into Kentucky.

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West Virginia State Police have identified the man injured in a shooting in Mingo County. A...

Update released on first victim in Mingo County shooting

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The suspect in the shooting death of West Virginia State Trooper Sgt. Cory Maynard was arraigned.

Suspect arraigned in deadly shooting

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IDENTIFIED: Laurel County Sheriff’s Office finds person on I-75

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Stray weekend storm possible as summer heat continues

Updated: 21 hours ago

By Cameron Aaron

Summer weather continues across the mountains for the weekend. Most of us remain dry and warm, but some spotty storms will be possible.

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‘There’s hope after dope’: Second annual Hometown Hope Recovery Rally kicks off in Corbin

Updated: 22 hours ago

By Alyssa Williams

The second annual Hometown Hope Recovery Rally kicked off in Corbin Civic Center on Saturday, inviting those in recovery and those who have recovered to utilize treatment resources and sharing testimonies of overcoming addiction.

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Title IX violations have been found in Mingo Co. schools, according to the U.S. Dept. of...

Mingo County Schools Violate Title IX Law, U.S. Dept. of Education says

Updated: 23 hours ago

By Kim Rafferty

The U.S. Dept. of Education says schools in Mingo County are in violation of Title IX.

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WVSP Sgt. Cory Maynard died after an ambush-type shooting Friday in Mingo County, West Virginia.

Suspect arrested in deadly Mingo County trooper shooting

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 7:25 PM EDT

By Evan Hatter and Buddy Forbes

State Police in West Virginia continue to investigate a shooting incident in which one of their troopers was killed and at least one other person injured in Mingo County.

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According to Bracken County Sheriff Bobby Boody, the fire at Deputy Shields home resulted in a...

Fundraiser held for deputy’s family who lost home to fire

Updated: 18 hours ago

By WKYT News Staff

They’re also planning a special surprise for his daughter, an avid reader and regular customer at the bookstore.

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Fallen trooper remembered for dedication to community

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 2:07 PM EDT

By Marlee Pinchok

Fallen WVSP Cory Maynard is shown dedicating his time to reading with children at Williamson Public Library.

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President Joe Biden addresses the nation on the budget deal that lifts the federal debt limit...

Biden celebrates a ‘crisis averted’ in Oval Office address on bipartisan debt ceiling deal

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 8:28 PM EDT

By The Associated Press

The measure was approved late Thursday night after passing the House in yet another late session the night before.

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GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Daniel Cameron makes first stop in EKY following the May Primary

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 8:18 PM EDT

By Olivia Calfee

He discussed with local leaders and community members his plans to defeat current Governor Andy Beshear in the November election.

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Second day of 68th Annual Poke Sallet Festival kicks off

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 4:11 PM EDT

By Chandler Wilcox

We are in the midst of festival season in Eastern Kentucky, and this week, it’s Harlan’s turn for the fun.

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$230 million solar energy project coming to Martin County

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 4:32 PM EDT

By Keaton Hall

One of the largest solar energy projects in the state recently struck a deal with Toyota to sell some of the energy it produces.

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Fact Check | Madison County’s vague ‘emergency alert’ early morning message

Updated: 24 hours ago

By WKYT News Staff

Dozens of Madison County residents took to social media this morning after a vague emergency alert on their phones woke them up.

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Remote Area Medical Clinic in Hazard - June 2, 2023

Remote Area Medical in Hazard with free clinic

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 8:23 PM EDT

By Madison Carmouche

Patients can start arriving to the school parking lot at six on Friday evening. They should be prepared to possibly sleep in their vehicle due to a large volume of patients.

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London Tourism kicks off the Summer Concert Series with a special guest

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 8:18 PM EDT

By Olivia Calfee

On Friday, the band County Wide opened up before well-known county artist Sammy Kershaw took the stage.

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All across Kentucky, the “400-mile Sale” returns for the twentieth consecutive year, bringing...

The “400-Mile Sale” returns to Kentucky for its’ 20th annual year

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 7:36 PM EDT

By Mason Fletcher

All across Kentucky, the “400-mile Sale” returns for the twentieth consecutive year, bringing people out from all over the state to check out what treasures they might find.

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Melanie Heim was on spring break with her family in Watercolor, just east of Pensacola Florida.

‘I was panicking’: Louisville woman recalls being caught in rip current

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 1:50 PM EDT

By Shannon Cogan

”I just went in the water not thinking about anything,” she recalled. “There were so many people in the water that day.”

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The Louisville Metro Police Department said officer Nickolas Wilt was shot in the head while...

Troubleshooters: Injured LMPD Officer Nick Wilt’s family shares progress

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 7:17 PM EDT

By Natalia Martinez

For the first time, the family of the young officer who put strangers’ lives before his own during the mass shooting at Old National Bank talked about their gratitude, heartache and hope.

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Churchill made its decision as various organizations are investigating the series of horse...

Fans’ reaction to Churchill Downs moving Spring races to Ellis Park

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 11:17 PM EDT

By Marresa Burke

Churchill made its decision as various organizations are investigating the series of horse deaths.

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In past sessions, Representative Aull said the Republican led General Assembly had championed...

Gun Violence Awareness Month in the bluegrass

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 10:41 PM EDT

By Julia Sandor

In past sessions, Representative Aull said the Republican led General Assembly had championed legislation for red flag laws, but it did not pass.

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APP hosts art exhibit focused on celebrating the ‘Mountain Grrls’

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 6:21 PM EDT

By Jordan Mullins

An exhibit in Pikeville is celebrating the women in art across Appalachia.

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David Townley was last seen south of London on Monday, May 29, 2023

Laurel County Sheriff’s Office looking for missing man

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 10:55 PM EDT

By Evan Hatter

The sheriff’s office in one Southern Kentucky county is looking for a man who has been missing for several day

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West Virginia State Police Sgt. Cory Maynard died in a shooting Friday afternoon in Mingo Co.

WVSP trooper shot in ambush-type situation killed; suspect in custody

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 4:08 PM EDT

By Eric Fossell, Andrew Colegrove, Matt Lackritz and Brenda Bryan

It happened on Beech Creek Road in the Matewan area of Mingo County.

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Manchester Fire Department was notified of a structure fire at a home by Clay County E-911...

Clay County fire department puts out multiple fires

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 12:39 PM EDT

By Anthony Sizemore

The Manchester Fire Department responded to five calls in total.

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Prestonsburg PD reportedly found more than two ounces of meth, several pills, and money...

Magoffin Co. man arrested following traffic stop

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 11:45 AM EDT

By Anthony Sizemore

Officers with Prestonsburg PD stopped the man, after they received reports that he was possibly intoxicated.

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On the morning of April 17, 2023, the sign on the grandstand at Churchill Downs was updated to...

Horse racing fans react to new Churchill Downs rules

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 11:34 PM EDT

By David Ochoa

Even with all the controversy surrounding Churchill, people still made their way into stands to watch the races on Thursday.

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Sauder's Village is gearing up to celebrate National Doughnut Day with special offers out of...

Where you can get free donuts for National Doughnut Day

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 7:26 PM EDT

By Carissa Simpson

National Doughnut Day is on Friday, and we have just the way to celebrate.

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ARH Foundation raffling off Mercedes for flood relief ‘this really isn’t over’

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 2:19 PM EDT

By Keaton Hall

ARH Foundation Executive Director Angela Bailey says there are still families in need of flood relief.

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The world famous Twin Spires of historic Churchill Downs.

Churchill Downs announces steps to improve safety

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 1:13 PM EDT

By WAVE Staff

The new safety initiatives were announced following a special meeting between horsemen and Downs officials.

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The man accused of killing a Scott County sheriff’s deputy was back in court Tuesday morning....

Attorney General’s office to take over prosecution of accused Scott Co. deputy killer

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 6:03 PM EDT

By WKYT News Staff and Kelsey Souto

WKYT has learned the prosecution of the man accused of killing Scott County Sheriff Deputy Caleb Conley is being taken over by state’s Attorney General office.