Billionaire Warren Buffett is spending his day listening to business pitches from a select group of kids, but the ideas aren't likely to generate new acquisitions for Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway conglomerate.More >>
Billionaire Warren Buffett is spending his day listening to business pitches from a select group of kids, but the ideas aren't likely to generate new acquisitions for Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway conglomerate.More >>
Federal prosecutors say former Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Richie Farmer's "unwarranted sense of entitlement" goes beyond what he's been charged with.More >>
Federal prosecutors say former Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Richie Farmer's "unwarranted sense of entitlement" goes beyond what he's been charged with.More >>
A judge will rule "as soon as possible" on a motion to dismiss a lawsuit challenging the legality of the Kentucky Health Benefits Exchange that Gov. Steve Beshear created last year by executive order.More >>
A judge will rule "as soon as possible" on a motion to dismiss a lawsuit challenging the legality of the Kentucky Health Benefits Exchange that Gov. Steve Beshear created last year by executive order.More >>
A longtime coal operator is planning to open seven mines in the heart of the eastern Kentucky coalfields in a venture expected to create more than 250 jobs.More >>
A longtime coal operator is planning to open seven mines in the heart of the eastern Kentucky coalfields in a venture expected to create more than 250 jobs.More >>
Officers are beginning a week of traffic patrols for the Memorial Day holiday focusing on making sure motorists are wearing seat belts. Kentucky's 2013 "Click It or Ticket" campaign runs today through June 2.More >>
A stretch of the Bluegrass Parkway in central Kentucky will be closed overnight Monday and again Tuesday night while workers demolish a bridge that crosses the parkway.More >>
A stretch of the Bluegrass Parkway in central Kentucky will be closed overnight Monday and again Tuesday night while workers demolish a bridge that crosses the parkway.More >>
Kentucky law enforcement officers are beginning a week of traffic patrols for the Memorial Day holiday focusing on making sure motorists are wearing seat belts.More >>
Kentucky law enforcement officers are beginning a week of traffic patrols for the Memorial Day holiday focusing on making sure motorists are wearing seat belts.More >>
Groundbreaking will be next month in Frankfort for a memorial to six Kentucky conservation officers killed in the line of duty, but visitors to the Salato Wildlife Education Center can see the bronze statue that will...More >>
Groundbreaking will be next month in Frankfort for a memorial to six Kentucky conservation officers killed in the line of duty, but visitors to the Salato Wildlife Education Center can see the bronze statue that will be at...More >>
A special election will be held in southern Kentucky next month to fill the unexpired House term of Sara Beth Gregory, who was elected to the Senate last month.More >>
Two Powerball tickets sold in Kentucky barely missed out on an estimated $590.5 million grand prize, but they're worth $1 million each.More >>
Freddy Galvis and Erik Kratz each homered off closer Aroldis Chapman in the bottom of the ninth innings Sunday, rallying the Philadelphia Phillies past the Cincinnati Reds for a stunning 3-2 victory. Chapman blew his second...More >>
With Afghan troops increasingly leading combat operations on the ground, the Afghan Air Force's fledgling helicopter fleet based in Kabul has learned new techniques to support them from the air.More >>
With Afghan troops increasingly leading combat operations on the ground, the Afghan Air Force's fledgling helicopter fleet based in Kabul has learned new techniques to support them from the air.More >>
When Louisville became the first city south of the Mason-Dixon line to require businesses to serve people regardless of their race or religion 50 years ago, teenagers were a driving force behind the decision.More >>
When Louisville became the first city south of the Mason-Dixon line to require businesses to serve people regardless of their race or religion 50 years ago, teenagers were a driving force behind the decision.More >>
As soldiers at Fort Knox preparing for a summer deployment to Afghanistan, officials at the central Kentucky Army post are launching an Adopt a Platoon program.More >>
As soldiers at Fort Knox preparing for a summer deployment to Afghanistan, officials at the central Kentucky Army post are launching an Adopt a Platoon program.More >>
A Kentucky veteran who was working as a civilian contractor in Afghanistan has died in an explosion in Kabul that killed at least 15 people including six Americans.More >>
A Kentucky veteran who was working as a civilian contractor in Afghanistan has died in an explosion in Kabul that killed at least 15 people including six Americans.More >>
A Canadian man is accused of stalking and harassing the family of Academy Award-winning actress Jennifer Lawrence and is awaiting a July 23 trial date in the Jefferson County jail.More >>
A Canadian man is accused of stalking and harassing the family of Academy Award-winning actress Jennifer Lawrence and is awaiting a July 23 trial date in the Jefferson County jail.More >>
A police affidavit in the stalking case of an Army officer who manages the sexual harassment and assault response program at Fort Campbell says Lt. Col. Darin Haas threatened to kill his ex-wife in text messages.More >>
A police affidavit in the stalking case of an Army officer who manages the sexual harassment and assault response program at Fort Campbell says Lt. Col. Darin Haas threatened to kill his ex-wife in text messages.More >>
A federal appeals court has ruled that anyone serving prison time in a crack cocaine case should get a new sentence under a law lessening the sentences for offenders.More >>
A federal appeals court has ruled that anyone serving prison time in a crack cocaine case should get a new sentence under a law lessening the sentences for offenders.More >>
The new president of Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College in Cumberland is F. Lynn Moore, the vice president of student development and administrative services at Umpqua Community College in Oregon.More >>
The new president of Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College in Cumberland is F. Lynn Moore, the vice president of student development and administrative services at Umpqua Community College in Oregon.More >>
By The Associated Press A U.S. Army Corps of Engineers plan to put controversial fishing restrictions near Cumberland River dams in Kentucky and Tennessee would be held off under a two-year...More >>
By The Associated Press A U.S. Army Corps of Engineers plan to put controversial fishing restrictions near Cumberland River dams in Kentucky and Tennessee would be held off under a two-year moratorium...More >>
The Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education estimates more than 61,000 students are getting diplomas from the state's public and independent colleges and universities in the academic year coming to a close.More >>
The Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education estimates more than 61,000 students are getting diplomas from the state's public and independent colleges and universities in the academic year coming to a close.More >>
The state attorney general's office says it is reviewing a request from officials in western Kentucky to investigate hundreds of zone changes after allegations that they weren't properly approved.More >>
The state attorney general's office says it is reviewing a request from officials in western Kentucky to investigate hundreds of zone changes after allegations that they weren't properly approved.More >>
The state of Kentucky has been awarded a $2.7 million federal grant to help some 350 workers affected by the closing of Comair at Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky International Airport.More >>
The state of Kentucky has been awarded a $2.7 million federal grant to help some 350 workers affected by the closing of Comair at Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky International Airport.More >>
Sen. Lamar Alexander says President Barack Obama's plan to consider selling the Tennessee Valley Authority has already cost hundreds of millions of dollars - even if the nation's largest public utility is...More >>
Sen. Lamar Alexander says President Barack Obama's plan to consider selling the Tennessee Valley Authority has already cost hundreds of millions of dollars - even if the nation's largest public utility is never sold.More >>
A former Army Ranger who fled from Fayette County Circuit Court last summer just before being convicted of rape and sodomy has been caught in Wyoming.More >>
A former Army Ranger who fled from Fayette County Circuit Court last summer just before being convicted of rape and sodomy has been caught in Wyoming.More >>
Richie Farmer's federal trial on charges of misappropriating government resources when he was agriculture commissioner has been moved to this fall.More >>
Richie Farmer's federal trial on charges of misappropriating government resources when he was agriculture commissioner has been moved to this fall.More >>
Gov. Steve Beshear says he's part of efforts to recruit a Democrat to challenge Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell in next year's election in Kentucky.More >>
Gov. Steve Beshear says he's part of efforts to recruit a Democrat to challenge Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell in next year's election in Kentucky.More >>
By The Associated Press The U.S. Senate has passed a bill that includes legislation aimed at halting controversial fishing restrictions near Cumberland River dams.More >>
By The Associated Press The U.S. Senate has passed a bill that includes legislation aimed at halting controversial fishing restrictions near Cumberland River dams.More >>
Gov. Steve Beshear's administration is planning a campaign to publicize Kentucky's health benefits exchange ahead of the enrollment period for people seeking health coverage.More >>
Gov. Steve Beshear's administration is planning a campaign to publicize Kentucky's health benefits exchange ahead of the enrollment period for people seeking health coverage.More >>
A Lexington police detective has testified that a man charged with murder in the death of his mentally disabled son told police that he gambled while the younger man starved to death.More >>
A Lexington police detective has testified that a man charged with murder in the death of his mentally disabled son told police that he gambled while the younger man starved to death.More >>
The head of Jefferson County Public Schools has sent out a reminder to staff about rules regarding religion in the curriculum after a meeting that sparked some concern.More >>
The head of Jefferson County Public Schools has sent out a reminder to staff about rules regarding religion in the curriculum after a meeting that sparked some concern.More >>
A woman who was in the house where a young Knoxville couple was taken after being carjacked has testified defendant George Thomas did not take part in the crime.More >>
A woman who was in the house where a young Knoxville couple was taken after being carjacked has testified defendant George Thomas did not take part in the crime.More >>
A memorial ceremony is being held at Fort Campbell to mark the 44th anniversary of the Battle of Hamburger Hill, one of the bloodiest battles of the Vietnam War.More >>
A memorial ceremony is being held at Fort Campbell to mark the 44th anniversary of the Battle of Hamburger Hill, one of the bloodiest battles of the Vietnam War.More >>
Survivors of an alcohol-related bus crash that killed 27 people, mostly children, have gathered 25 years later in a small Kentucky town to remember those who died and honor the perseverance of those who survived.More >>
Survivors of an alcohol-related bus crash that killed 27 people, mostly children, have gathered 25 years later in a small Kentucky town to remember those who died and honor the perseverance of those who survived.More >>
Louisville Water Co. and Hardin County Water District No. 2 have reached an agreement for Louisville Water to supply supplemental drinking water to the region, which is experiencing growth.More >>
Louisville Water Co. and Hardin County Water District No. 2 have reached an agreement for Louisville Water to supply supplemental drinking water to the region, which is experiencing growth.More >>
A new report says hard times are expected to continue for the coal industry in Central Appalachia, which at one time was the hub of the nation's coal production.More >>
A new report says hard times are expected to continue for the coal industry in Central Appalachia, which at one time was the hub of the nation's coal production.More >>
A panel appointed by Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear to review cases of severe child abuse and neglect says it expects to issue its first report later this year.More >>
A panel appointed by Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear to review cases of severe child abuse and neglect says it expects to issue its first report later this year.More >>
The National Transportation Safety Board is expected to reveal what caused a cargo ship to slam into a western Kentucky bridge over the Tennessee River.More >>
The National Transportation Safety Board is expected to reveal what caused a cargo ship to slam into a western Kentucky bridge over the Tennessee River.More >>
Survivors of the nation's deadliest alcohol-related highway crash are expected to attend a public memorial service in a central Kentucky town on the 25th anniversary of the tragedy.More >>
Survivors of the nation's deadliest alcohol-related highway crash are expected to attend a public memorial service in a central Kentucky town on the 25th anniversary of the tragedy.More >>
Musicians who were featured in the movie "Lincoln" are scheduled to perform later this month at the Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park near Hodgenville in central Kentucky.More >>
Musicians who were featured in the movie "Lincoln" are scheduled to perform later this month at the Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park near Hodgenville in central Kentucky.More >>
A federal judge has approved a $40 million class-action settlement between Skechers USA Inc. and consumers who bought toning shoes after ads made unfounded claims that the footwear would help people lose weight and...More >>
A federal judge has approved a $40 million class-action settlement between Skechers USA Inc. and consumers who bought toning shoes after ads made unfounded claims that the footwear would help people lose weight and...More >>
They are reaching middle age, in the midst of raising children and building careers. A quarter century has elapsed since an amusement park outing turned into a terrifying night, when they escaped from a school bus...More >>
They are reaching middle age, in the midst of raising children and building careers. A quarter century has elapsed since an amusement park outing turned into a terrifying night, when they escaped from a school bus that burst...More >>
Family and friends are gathering in Monroe for the funeral of a 33-year-old navigator who was one of seven Americans killed when a civilian cargo plane crashed while taking off from an air base in Afghanistan.More >>
Family and friends are gathering in Monroe for the funeral of a 33-year-old navigator who was one of seven Americans killed when a civilian cargo plane crashed while taking off from an air base in Afghanistan.More >>
Democrat Alison Lundergan Grimes could be a strong challenger in next year's U.S. Senate race if she runs as a Washington outsider against both Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell and President Barack Obama.More >>
Democrat Alison Lundergan Grimes could be a strong challenger in next year's U.S. Senate race if she runs as a Washington outsider against both Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell and President Barack Obama.More >>
A 17-year-old Bowling Green girl may look like a typical teenager with trendy clothes, a little makeup and a cellphone that she carries everywhere.More >>
A 17-year-old Bowling Green girl may look like a typical teenager with trendy clothes, a little makeup and a cellphone that she carries everywhere.More >>
The grandparents of a Kentucky toddler who was accidentally shot by her 5-year-old brother say they don't believe young children should have access to guns.More >>
The grandparents of a Kentucky toddler who was accidentally shot by her 5-year-old brother say they don't believe young children should have access to guns.More >>
A group of Northern Kentucky University students has partnered with the Women's Crisis Center in Covington in an effort to fight human trafficking in the area.More >>
A group of Northern Kentucky University students has partnered with the Women's Crisis Center in Covington in an effort to fight human trafficking in the area.More >>
A Franklin County farmhouse that dates back to the 1800s is being considered for a historic designation as an example of how average Kentuckians have lived.More >>
A Franklin County farmhouse that dates back to the 1800s is being considered for a historic designation as an example of how average Kentuckians have lived.More >>
A jury has acquitted a south-central Kentucky sheriff of using excessive force during an arrest, but convicted him of witness tampering. Two other law enforcement officers were acquitted of all charges.More >>
A jury has acquitted a south-central Kentucky sheriff of using excessive force during an arrest, but convicted him of witness tampering. Two other law enforcement officers were acquitted of all charges.More >>
An independent political group is airing a TV ad applauding Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell for his opposition to federal health care reforms.More >>
An independent political group is airing a TV ad applauding Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell for his opposition to federal health care reforms.More >>
A judge has given a state agency 30 days to explain why it has redacted information in records two newspapers have requested on child deaths and near deaths.More >>
A judge has given a state agency 30 days to explain why it has redacted information in records two newspapers have requested on child deaths and near deaths.More >>
The National Transportation Safety Board will hold a public hearing about the collapse of a western Kentucky bridge over the Tennessee River after a cargo ship struck it.More >>
The National Transportation Safety Board will hold a public hearing about the collapse of a western Kentucky bridge over the Tennessee River after a cargo ship struck it.More >>
Some members of Kentucky's biggest school district met with members of the state's biggest church to discuss bringing Christian morals and values to Jefferson County Public Schools.More >>
Some members of Kentucky's biggest school district met with members of the state's biggest church to discuss bringing Christian morals and values to Jefferson County Public Schools.More >>
Hundreds of Major League baseball players will go to the plate with hot pink bats this Sunday to celebrate Mother's Day and raise money to fight breast cancer.More >>
Hundreds of Major League baseball players will go to the plate with hot pink bats this Sunday to celebrate Mother's Day and raise money to fight breast cancer.More >>
First Lady Jane Beshear is scheduled to visit a women-only addiction center in Florence on Friday to take part in a fifth anniversary celebration.More >>
First Lady Jane Beshear is scheduled to visit a women-only addiction center in Florence on Friday to take part in a fifth anniversary celebration.More >>
A northeast Kentucky county is the latest to become a HeartSafe Community, a designation recognizing efforts to improve responses to people suffering from cardiac arrest.More >>
A northeast Kentucky county is the latest to become a HeartSafe Community, a designation recognizing efforts to improve responses to people suffering from cardiac arrest.More >>
By BRETT ZONGKER Associated Press Historians and doctors have long debated what medical complications caused the death of legendary Confederate fighter Thomas J. "Stonewall" Jackson, felled by...More >>
By BRETT ZONGKER Associated Press Historians and doctors have long debated what medical complications caused the death of legendary Confederate fighter Thomas J. "Stonewall" Jackson, felled by friendly fire...More >>
A dairy company is voluntarily recalling ice cream produced in Winston-Salem and distributed to 10 states that don't identify possible allergens because the product is packed in the wrong containers.More >>
A dairy company is voluntarily recalling ice cream produced in Winston-Salem and distributed to 10 states that don't identify possible allergens because the product is packed in the wrong containers.More >>
The Council on Postsecondary Education has awarded three universities a total of $1.5 million to develop model programs that will better prepare future teachers for their careers.More >>
The Council on Postsecondary Education has awarded three universities a total of $1.5 million to develop model programs that will better prepare future teachers for their careers.More >>
Officials in western Kentucky are asking the state attorney general's office to investigate hundreds of zone changes after allegations that they weren't properly approved.More >>
Officials in western Kentucky are asking the state attorney general's office to investigate hundreds of zone changes after allegations that they weren't properly approved.More >>
The Kentucky Court of Appeals has ruled the Council on Developmental Disabilities has no right to review the records of two disabled men who died in state care in 2009.More >>
The Kentucky Court of Appeals has ruled the Council on Developmental Disabilities has no right to review the records of two disabled men who died in state care in 2009.More >>
Gov. Steve Beshear has scheduled a news conference Thursday afternoon to announce whether he will expand Kentucky's Medicaid program to cover hundreds of thousands of additional people.More >>
Gov. Steve Beshear has scheduled a news conference Thursday afternoon to announce whether he will expand Kentucky's Medicaid program to cover hundreds of thousands of additional people.More >>
The Kentucky Division of Forestry has formed a partnership with Cub Scouts in suburban Louisville to supply them with 100 donated seedlings that will someday provide more shade at a Louisville golf course.More >>
The Kentucky Division of Forestry has formed a partnership with Cub Scouts in suburban Louisville to supply them with 100 donated seedlings that will someday provide more shade at a Louisville golf course.More >>
Defense attorneys for a sheriff and two others law enforcement officers accused of using excessive force during an arrest have begun calling witnesses.More >>
Defense attorneys for a sheriff and two others law enforcement officers accused of using excessive force during an arrest have begun calling witnesses.More >>
