Kentucky

Biden surveys Kentucky flood damage, pledges more help as state braces for storms

At least 37 people have died after the worst flooding in Kentucky’s history, and flooding remains a threat with more thunderstorms in the forecast this week.

6 days ago

4 Louisville police officers charged in connection with raid that led to Breonna Taylor's death

The charges are another effort to hold law enforcement accountable for the killing of Breonna Taylor after one of the officers was acquitted of state charges earlier this year.

August 4

Dozens still missing in Kentucky as state braces for more rain

Kentucky state police are taking calls from worried people who can’t locate loved ones due to spotty cell phone service.

July 31

Kentucky flooding: At least 25 dead as search for victims continues

Kentucky is expecting more rain storms in coming days as rescue crews continue the struggle to get into hard-hit areas, some of them among the poorest places in America.

July 30

Kentucky floods kill at least 16 as governor warns toll will be 'a lot higher'

Kentucky search and rescue teams backed by the National Guard searched Friday for people missing in record floods that wiped out entire communities.

July 29

How to help victims of the devastating flash floods

Flooding this week has damaged hundreds of homes and is being blamed for at least nine deaths, with Kentucky and eastern Missouri being the hardest hit.

July 29

Historic Kentucky flooding blamed for at least 8 deaths as homes were swept away by raging waters

"We're seeing one of the worst, most devastating flooding events in Kentucky’s history," the governor said.

July 28

Kentucky judge extends block of state's abortion ban

A Kentucky judge has issued a ruling that continues to keep the state’s near-total ban on abortion from taking effect.

July 22

See the photos: Colonel Sanders’ former house, restaurant for sale in Kentucky

The complex in Kentucky includes a working restaurant — but it’s not a KFC.

July 18

3 police officers killed in Kentucky by suspect with rifle

Lance Storz opened fire on officers serving a warrant on his eastern Kentucky home, investigators say. Two officers were killed and five were injured.

July 2

Kentucky suspect shot and killed deputy who let him smoke after arrest

Gary Rowland concealed a gun during the arrest and pulled it out when deputies let him outside to smoke, according to Kentucky State Police.

June 6

Incarcerated father loses bid to attend Uvalde victim's funeral despite help from Kardashian, others

The father of a Uvalde, Texas, school shooting victim is currently in federal prison for a drug trafficking offense and had asked for a temporary release to attend the 10-year-old’s funeral.

June 3

Kentucky pediatrician allegedly tried to hire hitman to kill ex-husband, DOJ says

Stephanie Russell, 52, allegedly contacted someone who she thought would execute the hit but it actually ended up being an undercover FBI employee, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.

May 20

Stranded Kentucky man allegedly kills volunteer firefighter who stopped to help

Authorities are still investigating the shooting which has left many baffled.

May 19

Midterm election 2022 results: All eyes are on these 5 state primaries

Here’s what to look for in Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Kentucky, Idaho and Oregon as the results come in.

May 18

2022 midterm elections: What to watch as 5 states hold primaries

Voters in several states will test former President Donald Trump’s sway again Tuesday — including Pennsylvania, where he’s endorsed celebrity Dr. Oz for U.S. Senate.

May 17

Explainer: How 81-1 shot Rich Strike won the Kentucky Derby

Horses at odds of nearly 81-1 don’t win the Kentucky Derby. Jockeys who have never won any big stakes race of any kind don’t win the Kentucky Derby. Owners with fewer than 10 career wins don’t win the Kentucky Derby.

May 9