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StubHub sued by fans who say ticket cancellations crushed dreams of going to World Cup

After weeks of complaints from frustrated fans, StubHub is being sued by customers who say the ticket reseller’s inability to fulfill orders crushed their dreams of going to World Cup.

Kentucky AG: Nearly $11 million in Medicaid fraud uncovered in national takedown

Kentucky took part in a national takedown that charged hundreds of people across 45 states. Six people now face state or federal charges.

2-vehicle crash briefly shuts down Lexington road

According to the Lexington Police Department, the crash happened at 6:04 p.m. and caused one of the vehicles to roll over.

Pres. Trump travels to South Dakota

President Donald Trump heads next to South Dakota to mark America's 250th anniversary at Mount Rushmore.

7-year-old girl dies after being injured in altercation at trailer park, police say

Louisiana authorities say a child has died after being injured during an altercation between two adults.

ODOT urging drivers to ‘pay attention’ following equipment-involved crash on U.S. 52

Investigators said the driver of the truck that crashed into an ODOT truck on Wednesday was distracted by a cell phone.

College student announced as Star-Spangled Sing-Off winner

The winner of the Star-Spangled Sing-Off has been announced.

First Alert Weather+ | Hot as a firecracker

The July 4th weekend is upon us. Tony has a look at how hot it will be, as well as an early preview of Mother Nature's fireworks close by.

Lexington to celebrate Fourth of July with full slate of patriotic events

Lexington and the rest of central Kentucky have celebrations going on all week through Sunday.

Mikel Oyarzabal’s 2 goals send dominant Spain past Austria 3-0 and into round of 16 at the World Cup

Mikel Oyarzabal scored two goals and Spain beat Austria 3-0 for its first World Cup victory in a knockout match since winning the title in 2010.

Mother says 4-year-old son was left behind at Chuck E. Cheese during summer camp field trip

A Florida mother says her son was left behind during a summer camp field trip.

Utility regulator launches investigation into 'troubling' Kentucky Power planning practices

Kentucky’s utility regulator has launched an investigation into concerns it has about "troubling" managerial and planning practices at investor-owned electric utility Kentucky Power. The Kentucky Public Service Commission wrote in a Thursday morning order that it was opening an investigation into the Eastern Kentucky utility following years of concerns the regulator and the Kentucky attorney [...]

KY Democratic Senate candidate says voters deserve ‘honest answer’ about McConnell’s health

The Kentucky Democrat who is hoping to succeed Republican U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell says that Kentuckians “deserve a clear and honest answer about their senator’s condition.”

At least 25 homicides in Kentucky's annual domestic violence report for 2025

At least 25 Kentuckians were killed by an intimate partner in 2025.

Doodlebugs

My uncle Cas Newton Day remained a kid at heart to his last days. I loved him for it, and I think (and hope) a little of it rubbed off [...]

After Supreme Court decision, Beshear’s Kentucky State Fair Board removes CEO

After the Kentucky Supreme Court ruled that Gov. Andy Beshear should have appointment power over the State Fair Board, the board removed the leader of the organization that oversees the fair.

Harlan woman arrested on drug charges following traffic stop

By Paul Lunsford Harlan Enterprise A traffic stop on Jones Street in Harlan led to an arrest by the Kentucky State Police. Starr Halcomb, 48, of Harlan, was pulled over [...]

Harlan County jail list

By Paul Lunsford Harlan Enterprise The following people have been taken into custody at the Harlan County Detention Center (Note: some inmates have recently been released: Cari Saylor, 29, of [...]

The most unusual of miracles

The men didn't have enough room where they were living, so they decided to move and build themselves a place. None of them suspected they were about to witness the [...]

Fatal crash on U.S. 23 under investigation

KSP says they responded to the scene of single-vehicle crash on U.S. 23 in the Pikeville community of Pike County on Wednesday.

Team Kentucky launches 2026 Promote Your School Scholarship Contest

FRANKFORT - The Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEA) is launching the 2026 Promote Your School Scholarship Contest, open to rising juniors at Kentucky public and private high schools. Essay [...]

Kentucky attorney general indicts six for $10.8 million in health care fraud

FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) - Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman has announced that investigations by his office, along with state and federal partners, uncovered $10.8 million in health care fraud and [...]

As Kentucky GOP numbers have grown, 25 counties still have more registered Democrats

While Republicans have been gaining more members through Kentucky voter registration in the last few years, Democrats still hold the registration edge in some Kentucky counties.

Where better to celebrate 1776 than Seventy Six, Kentucky?

SEVENTY SIX, Ky. – If the increasing turmoil in Washington makes you worry about our country’s future as we prepare to mark the 250th anniversary of its independence, come with me to Seventy Six. The derivation of this place’s name has been lost to history, but it seems safe to conclude that it was inspired [...]

Bill introduced in Congress to increase black lung benefit stipends for coal miners in Appalachia

Members of the U.S. House of Representatives introduced a bill this week that, if made law, would increase black lung disability payments for coal miners and their families and tie the stipends to inflation rates moving forward. Despite the outsized impact black lung has had on miners in West Virginia, neither of the state’s U.S. [...]

Kentucky heatwave prompts energy tips from Kentucky Power

ASHLAND, Ky. (KT) - The first week of July is bringing a heat wave that has air conditioning units humming and fans turning as electric utility customers in Kentucky try [...]

$200M solar project bringing construction jobs, free training to Perry County

Edelen framed the project as an opportunity for coal communities to benefit from the transition to renewable energy.

Hazard plans Fourth of July events with heat safety measures ahead of America’s 250th

The city of Hazard is preparing for a full weekend of Fourth of July events in Perry County, with officials also urging residents to take precautions as high temperatures are expected during the outdoor festivities.

Shy fox caught on camera

Family reunions fill busy week in Cowan

Hello, everyone. I hope you’ve all had a good week. The heat and humidity have returned, along with some much-needed rain. It looks like we’re in for a hot Independence Day weekend. Please be careful if you’re celebrating with fireworks. The rain arrived during our Gibson Family Reunion. Fortunately, we stayed dry inside, except for a couple of the younger [...] The post Family reunions fill busy

Getting ready for America’s 250th anniversary

Her pain meds quit working

DEAR DR. ROACH: I have horrible neck, shoulder, back and hip pain, which are all from different traumas. I’ve been seeing a pain doctor for the past 14 years. I started out by taking 5 mg of Vicodin and 4 mg of trazodone. Over the years, my prescriptions have been raised to 7.5 mg of oxycodone four times a day [...] The post Her pain meds quit working first appeared on The Mountain Eagle .

Perry County attorney, Mountain Classic committee member dies at 52

Meade-McKenzie served as CEO of Kentucky River Community Care for 12 years.

Valley Elementary School 4th Nine Week Honor Roll

The Valley Elementary School recently released its fourth nine-week honor roll. The students receiving recognition are as follows:

PHS plans musical production for Alumni Auditorium’s 30th anniversary

Pikeville High School is planning a musical performance this fall in honor of the Alumni Auditorium’s 30th anniversary with a production of “Little Shop of Horrors.”

Fiscal Court holds special meeting

The Pike County Fiscal Court met on June 24 for a brief special meeting, during which members adopted the proposed 2026-2027 budget and addressed routine agenda items.

Career training program accepting applications

A non-profit vocational training school located in Salyersville is now seeking applications for its upcoming program.

Pike County Public Library continues “Unearth a Story” events

Three charged with meth trafficking in Pike

Three people were arrested on methamphetamine trafficking charges during the course of a drug investigation by the Pikeville Police Department, according to court documents.

Muskingum: The End of an Island Refuge's Fossil Fuel Legacy

Throughout the Ohio River island’s history, flora and fauna have reacted and adjusted to human development like oil and gas wells. As humans abandoned the infrastructure, they've reclaimed their space. The post Muskingum: The End of an Island Refuge's Fossil Fuel Legacy appeared first on 100 Days in Appalachia .

They Needed Treatment for Drug Addiction. The Company They Turned to May Have Used Them to Commit Fraud.

Many credit Addiction Recovery Care with playing a key role in their sobriety. But most also said they felt betrayed by the organization. The post They Needed Treatment for Drug Addiction. The Company They Turned to May Have Used Them to Commit Fraud. appeared first on 100 Days in Appalachia .