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School Avoidance: warning signs parents should know

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2026 Football Frenzy: Caverna Colonels

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2026 Football Frenzy: Caverna Colonels

Barren County deputies searching for man accused of threatening resident with gun

Upton firetruck hit by vehicle during I-65 crash response

Western Kentucky University holds 2026 convocation, honors dean for their work

Family remembering 34-year-old who drowned in Metcalfe County

7 vehicles recovered after reportedly being stolen in Lexington

St. Teresa Thrift Store Celebrates National Thrift Shop Day by giving back

Bowling Green crossing guard becomes a familiar face and trusted friend after 17 years

Portion of Warren County road to close for sinkhole repair

Slowing down in a digital world: Bowling Green typewriter shop brings old machines back to life

Locals discuss postpartum psychosis as Lindsey Clancy trial brings national awareness to the diagnosis

1 to be flown after reported dirt bike crash in Warren County

Need More Acres farm plans new local food hub

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2026 Football Frenzy: Caverna Colonels

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Former Lady Hilltopper and WNBA, turned SKYPAC CFO Shea Mahoney shares her story

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2026 Football Frenzy Preview: Edmonson County Wildcats

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WKU Soccer Starts 2026 Season with Tie Against Missouri

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Western Kentucky University holds 2026 convocation, honors dean for their work

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Family remembering 34-year-old who drowned in Metcalfe County

Sunrise Spotlight: Recovery In Unity Block Party

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Pet of the Day: Diego

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Family remembering 34-year-old who drowned in Metcalfe County

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7 vehicles recovered after reportedly being stolen in Lexington

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Bowling Green crossing guard becomes a familiar face and trusted friend after 17 years

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Portion of Warren County road to close for sinkhole repair

Slowing down in a digital world: Bowling Green typewriter shop brings old machines back to life

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Locals discuss postpartum psychosis as Lindsey Clancy trial brings national awareness to the diagnosis

1 to be flown after reported dirt bike crash in Warren County

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Need More Acres farm plans new local food hub

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8 arrested on drug charges in Owensboro

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Traffic impact report released for week of Aug. 17

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City of Hartford ends partnership with Flock Safety

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Troopers seeking man after fatal crash in Bullitt County

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UPDATE: Allen County law enforcement arrest man wanted on rape, sexual abuse charges

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Bomb squad responds after device found in donation to Goodwill in Clarksville

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Bowling Green man charged with burglary of local shop

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SoKY's Choice: Med Center Health celebrates 100 years with High Street Tower opening

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Police arrest man after he allegedly attempted to hide meth in child's playpen

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New Information: 1 in critical condition after shooting in Smiths Grove

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Authorities conducting death investigation after body found in Hopkinsville roadway

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Auburn firefighters respond to hay bale fire during extreme heat

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1 dead, 4 injured after reported shooting in Lexington

Teen killed, 1 arrested after shooting in Bowling Green

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Pet of the Day: Diego

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Sunrise Spotlight: Upcoming Theatre Education Classes

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Feel Good Friday: The Hive expanding days of operation in Allen County

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Pet of the Day: Lady Grey

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Throwback Thursday: The legacy of Ervin Houchens, the self-made mogul of Houchens Industries

Sunrise Spotlight: The Great Futures Jubilee

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Pet of the Day: Girl Pop