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State Auditor Allison Ball gives update on probe into Fayette County Public Schools

Kentucky Auditor for Public Accounts Allison Ball is giving an update on her office’s probe into Fayette County Public Schools.

Permission to Poison? Hundreds of companies ask for exemptions to the Clean Air Act

Investigation finds more than 180 facilities across 38 states and Puerto Rico received temporary waivers to tighter toxic air emission standards

Two 18-year-olds accused of driving lawnmower into Target for social media prank, police say

Two 18-year-olds in Florida were arrested after driving a lawn mower into a Target store for a prank video, authorities said.

Harry Styles and Zoë Kravitz are engaged, report confirms

Harry Styles and Zoë Kravitz are engaged, according to People.

Two Pike residents indicted on federal drug conspiracy charges

LONDON, Ky. -- Two of the five people arrested in a pair of drug raids last month have now seen their cases moved up to federal court. Pikeville Police executed a pair of search warrants early on the morning of March 8, where they arrested five people after seizing drugs, guns, cash and drug paraphernalia. Last week, a federal grand jury indicted Wayne Buzard, 57, of Zebulon Highway, and Cathy McK

‘A man of many firsts.’ Groundbreaking Kentucky legislator dies at 79

Jesse Crenshaw, a longtime Fayette County lawyer and legislator who broke many of Kentucky’s racial barriers, died on Sunday, April 26, after a short illness, his family said. He was 79 years old. Crenshaw grew up in Lexington, and received his undergraduate degree from Kentucky State University and a law degree from the University of [...]

FIRST ALERT | Chris Bailey tracks severe storms across Kentucky

Chilly temps and some showers may be noted for Kentucky Derby Weekend

InvestigateTV+: How police are using new tool to stop pursuits

Police pursuits can put innocent lives at risk and Investigate TV+ explores one solution that some say can catch suspects before the danger escalates.

WSAZ+ | Backroads and Backstories: Week 4 location reveal

Where will Backroads and Backstories take Andrew this week?

Owensboro man arrested in connection to 1984 murder case waives extradition

Authorities say 76-year-old George Bradfield was arrested in connection to the 1984 murder of Lisa Carnes in Massac County, Illinois.

Second body found in the search for 2 missing USF students, officials say

A body has been found in the search for the second missing doctoral student from the University of South Florida (USF).

Investigators on site of deadly chemical emergency

Investigators from the U.S. Chemical Safety Board are on site right now.

Judge sets ground rules for upcoming Amber Spradlin trial

PIKEVILLE, Ky. -- Special Judge Eddy Coleman has issued ground rules for the upcoming trial in the Amber Spradlin murder case, now scheduled to begin two weeks from today. Spradlin's body was found June 18, 2023, at the Arkansas Creek home of Prestonsburg dentist Michael McKinney. McKinney's son, M.K. McKinney, has been charged with her murder, while both McKinneys and family friend Josh Mullins a

Stallard remembered service to community as magistrate, jailer

By Paul Lunsford Harlan Enterprise Curtis Allen Stallard, a community leader in the Clover Fork area for many years as the District 2 magistrate, died on April 16 with funeral [...]

Lady Bears capture Queen of the Mountains tourney at Letcher

The Harlan County Lady Bears won the Queen of the Mountains middle school softball tournament on Saturday at Letcher Central High School on Saturday. Harlan County opened with an 11-1 [...]

Lady Dragons win All ‘A’ regional

Harlan captured the 13th Region All “A” Classic middle school title on Saturday at Lynn Camp, defeating Barbourvile 12-2 in the semifinals and Jackson County 5-4 in the championship game. [...]

Kentucky Derby 2026: Immortality and ebb

There’s a gaping asymmetry between the Kentucky Derby and American horse racing. The nation’s most famous race, to be run for the 152nd time at Churchill Downs in Louisville Saturday, stands as the shining city on a hill amid the growing rubble of its sport and industry. A neophyte, if one can be found in [...]

Fixes to KY optometry licensing problems fall short, say national board, state lawmaker

The state board that oversees optometrists has established an advisory “work group” as it considers changes in response to a controversy about optometrists it improperly licensed in recent years by waiving testing requirements. But the plan doesn’t sit well with Sen. Stephen Meredith, R-Leitchfield, whose measure to create an outside task force to review operations [...]

Last week's Beshear-UK dustup shows once again why journalism matters

Last week’s fireworks between Gov. Andy Beshear and the University of Kentucky have been entertaining, to say the least. The furor has something for everyone: the state’s enormous UK Law alumni groups who are torn about whether a federal judge should become the dean, sports boosters angry about Athletics Director Mitch Barnhart’s golden parachute (and [...]

Howard updates magistrates on soil conservation district work

By Aaron Rowe Harlan Enterprise Soil Conservation District Chairman David Howard disclosed their annual budgeting report during the fiscal court meeting on April 21. Over the past year, the district [...]

'Little Shop of Horrors' at HCHS

The Harlan County High School Black Bear Players performed “Little Shop of Horrors” last week at the high school. Characters in the play included, top from left, Caleb Couch as [...]

Baxter man arrested on public intoxication, possession charges

By Paul Lunsford Harlan Enterprise Kentucky State Police Trooper Colby Amburgey made an arrest late Saturday morning. Marcus Saylor, 25, of Baxter, faces several charges, according to Amburgey. Saylor was [...]

Woman attacked and killed by dog in Floyd County

MAYTOWN, Ky. — Police are investigating after a Floyd County woman was attacked and killed by a dog Sunday afternoon. It happened just after 3 p.m. near Railroad Street in Maytown. Floyd County Coroner Greg Nelson confirmed the woman’s death but has not released her identity, as not all family have been notified. The woman was in her 60s. Nelson said the dog was a German shepherd that belonged to

Pathfork man is charged with murder in death of girlfriend

By Bill Templeton Harlan Enterprise The Kentucky State Police have confirmed that a reported domestic violence incident involving a knife Saturday evening in Pathfork has resulted in the death of [...]

KSP investigating after suspect shot in altercation with Paintsville Police

PAINTSVILLE, Ky. – The Kentucky State Police Critical Incident Response Team has been requested by Post 9 Pikeville to investigate an officer-involved shooting that occurred around 2 a.m. Sunday, in Johnson County. The preliminary investigation indicates that an officer from the Paintsville Police Department was conducting a foot patrol when he observed a parked motorcycle on Main Street matching

Issues replaced by irrelevance in our state's Senate campaign

By John Henson Harlan Enterprise It’s hard to watch political ads these days. No one has any real ideas or goals or plans to help their constituents. They have all [...]

Fiscal Court recognizes national prayer event

Magoffin men indicted on federal drug charges

ASHLAND, Ky. — Two Magoffin County men are now under federal indictment, less than a month after they were arrested following a drug raid. Eddie McFarland, 34, of Lakeville, and Anthony Darrell Saylor, 38, of Salyersville, were each indicted for conspiracy to distribute controlled substances and distributing controlled substances. McFarland is also charged with using a gun in a drug trafficking cr

Postal Service to temporarily raise shipping costs

WASHINGTON, D.C. — People all across America, and especially in Eastern Kentucky, have been watching their everyday costs rise. From gas to food to utility bills, everything seems to be getting more expensive. And starting next week, you can add the cost to mail a package to that list. The U.S. Postal Service will implement a temporary 8 percent price increase on retail and commercial services suc

Speeches galore

Last week, during Hillbilly Days, candidates had a few minutes to convince voters to elect them to positions they are running for. The traditional Stump Speaking drew a crowd.

Pike man and woman indicted on federal drug trafficking charges

A Pike County man and woman have been indicted by a federal grand jury in London on drug trafficking charges.

Pike man sees child porn case moved to federal court

LONDON, Ky. -- A Pike County man charged with possession of child porn back in February has now seen his case bumped up to federal court. Terry Weston Rogers, 29, of Pikeville, was arrested Feb. 26 after police discovered more than 1,000 images of child porn on his phone. He now faces a federal charge of possession of child porn, the same charge he faced in Pike Circuit Court. The key difference b

Pikeville man indicted on federal child porn possession charge

A Pikeville man has been indicted on a federal child pornography charge.

UK BSB: Jack Bennett Named to Midseason Stopper of the Year Watch List

PRESS RELEASE: UK ATHLETICS LEXINGTON, Ky. – Kentucky pitcher Jack Bennett has been named to the Midseason Stopper of the Year Watch List by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association, it has been announced. Bennett, a senior from Paducah, Kentucky, has been an important piece of UK's bullpen and registered six saves to this point of the season. In the Wildcats' Southeastern Conference o

Trial in Amber Spradlin murder case to go forward May 11

The trial of a Floyd County man accused of murdering Amber Spradlin in 2023 and the two men accused of attempting to cover it up will go forward on May 11.

Millard School announces Honor Roll for the second nine weeks

Millard Elementary School has announced its honor roll for the third nine-week grading period. Students who made the honor roll included:

Magoffin County Sheriff’s Office adds guns, gear and armored Humvees through grants

The grants paid for 15 standard-issue pistols, 15 patrol rifles, ammunition, ballistic vests and helmets, a bulletproof riot shield, spike strips and a Halligan tool to force doors.

Still turning wrenches — just on his terms

Jim Croucher relaxes in his garage at Croucher Service Center in Isom, where he has spent 46 years working on vehicles. Now semi-retired, he enjoys spring days like those we’ve been having in Letcher County while picking and choosing the jobs he still takes on. The post Still turning wrenches — just on his terms first appeared on The Mountain Eagle .

Another dog shot; prior suspect is again under scrutiny in Jenkins

Jenkins City Police are investigating the shooting of another dog on Rocky Hollow and are looking at the same person accused in a prior incident. Police were called to the 200 block of Rocky Hollow on Monday and arrested Johnny Tinnel, 41, on outstanding warrants for menacing, harboring a vicious animal and having false or altered vehicle registration plates. He [...] The post Another dog shot; pr

UK commit Nawrot’s rapid rise leads week in UK sports

It seems remarkable that recent Kentucky quarterback commit Jake Nawrot went from a junior varsity quarterback at John Hersey High School in Arlington Heights, Illinois, in 2024 to throwing for more than 3,000 yards and 41 touchdowns in 2025 — and now being ranked the No. 2 quarterback in the 2027 recruiting class. Hersey coach Tom Nelson said the potential [...] The post UK commit Nawrot’s rapid

Jigs remain the go-to bait in spring bass fishing

Bass baits come in many forms and styles. All of these baits have been designed and tested to help anglers find and catch bass during the best times of the year. Some baits are most effective during certain seasons, but a handful will catch bass year-round when presented correctly. Jigs are one of those dependable baits. They come in two [...] The post Jigs remain the go-to bait in spring bass fis

Waiting, praying and finally moving forward after wait

By the time you read this, your old buddy will have had major surgery, and hopefully the pain will be gone. It’s no secret that we live in a complicated healthcare system. More than three years ago, my longtime hospital, Central Baptist in Lexington, ran tests after a surgery I had in 1995 finally began to fail. A screw had [...] The post Waiting, praying and finally moving forward after wait firs

Hazard store gives second chance to people in recovery

The shop plans to hire others coming out of treatment as they transition back into the workforce, teaching retail and production skills they can take anywhere.

Magoffin County middle schoolers plant living memorials to honor community leaders

Students chose apple trees so the fruit can be picked and donated to the local food bank.

New Hazard shop provides work opportunities for those in recovery

Beacon Revival Co. is a partnership between Primary Care Centers and Beacons of Hope, created to help people leaving treatment find purpose and job skills.