Author: WNKY Staff

UK researcher leads team developing simpler test for schizophrenia

By Christian Honce, UK Research Communications

March 9, 2026

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Source: University of Kentucky. LEXINGTON, Ky. – A University of Kentucky researcher is leading a team in what the university calls a groundbreaking study. According to UK, the study identifies biological markers for schizophrenia, which could “revolutionize how the disorder is diagnosed and treated in the Commonwealth and beyond.” UK states researches found two markers, Sp4 mRNA and the HSP60…

Woman arrested after allegedly desecrating grave in Christian County

March 9, 2026

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CROFTON, Ky. – A woman is charged after allegedly desecrating a grave. According to a release, the Kentucky State Police Post 2 was contacted by Christian County Dispatch to assist in an investigation on March 5. KSP’s initial investigation shows that 46-year-old Jessica Hamby, of Hopkinsville, desecrated a family member’s grave at a property located on South Madisonville Street in…

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Princeton Police searching for woman wanted on escape charge

March 9, 2026

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Photo source Princeton Police DepartmentPRINCETON, Ky. – The Princeton Police Department is searching for Jai’bre Cozart. According to a social media post, Cozart has an active arrest warrant for second-degree escape. If located, call the Princeton Police Department at 270-365-2041 or 270-365-4657.

Allen County Coroner’s Office looking for next-of-kin of 81-year-old man

March 9, 2026

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ALLEN COUNTY, Ky. – The Allen County Coroner’s Office is asking for assistance to locate the next-of-kin of a local man. According to a social media post by Allen County coroner Darren Davis, the office is searching for next-of-kin of 81-year-old Ernest Risner. If anyone has any information, they may call the Allen County Coroner’s Office at 270-618-0661.

Man charged in wife’s murder in Bullitt County

March 9, 2026

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MOUNT WASHINGTON, Ky. – A Bullitt County man is charged with murder in the death of his wife. According to a uniform citation, the Mount Washington Police Department was dispatched Friday shortly after 9 p.m. to 120 Williamsburg Court for an investigation. Police say upon arrival, they saw 67-year-old Richard Chesher of Mount Washington standing at his open garage door,…

Edmonson County man charged with vehicle theft, drug possession

March 9, 2026

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BEE SPRING, Ky. – An Edmonson County man is facing multiple charges, including vehicle theft. According to a uniform citation, Edmonson County dispatch received a call Saturday at 9:20 p.m. regarding a stolen vehicle. Authorities say the caller stated she knew “who probably stole it” and that the individual had picked up the vehicle without permission from a mechanic shop….

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How the partial government shutdown impacts Nashville International Airport

March 9, 2026

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Young woman traveling solo.Traveller alone at the airport with suitcases,big luggage,travel bannerSource: Envato/By by ShintarTatsiana.NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Nashville International Airport is notifying travelers about how the partial government shutdown can impact operations. According to an update shared by the airport Monday, Transportation Security Administration checkpoints and TSA Pre-Check are fully operational, with an average maximum wait of “under 10…

Kentucky soldier dies from injuries sustained during attack in Saudi Arabia

March 9, 2026

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Source: U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command.FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Kentucky soldier has been identified after officials say he died due to injuries sustained in a reported Iranian attack in Saudi Arabia. According to a social media post by Gov. Andy Beshear, the governor received confirmation Monday morning 26-year-old Sgt. Benjamin N. Pennington of Glendale has died. “Please join…

Grayson County firefighters save dog from house fire

March 9, 2026

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Photo source K105LEITCHFIELD, Ky. – Grayson County first responders saved a dog from a house fire Friday morning. According to K105, the Leitchfield and Falls of Rough Fire Departments responded to a home on Warren Purcell Spur Road at approximately 9 am to a report of a house fire that started in a stove. Firefighters arrived at the scene and…

1 dead, 1 charged in Hopkinsville crash involving tractor-trailer

March 8, 2026

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Photo source WKDZ RadioHOPKINSVILLE, Ky. – One person is dead following a crash in Christian County. According to a WKDZ report, Kentucky State Police responded to an accident involving a tractor-trailer on Fort Campbell Boulevard Saturday evening. KSP says a tractor-trailer operated by 36-year-old Gerasimos Livieratos of Chicago, Illinois, was traveling southbound when it attempted a U-turn to travel northbound….