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.
The Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission is awarding more than 100 organizations with more than $34 million in grant money in its largest settlement fund distribution yet.
The Paducah Police Department hosted its bi-annual Drug Takeback Day Saturday in partnership with the Drug Enforcement Administration and the McCracken County Agency for Substance Abuse Policy.
KC's Bar & Grill hosted a fundraiser event aiming to raise money for the children of Stephanie Stacey, the 31-year-old mother from Paducah who was killed in an incident while working her shift at the location.
The Wingo Lions Club held its 94th annual Trade Day on April 24-25, bringing vendors, entertainment and political candidates together for a weekend of community events.
Middle school students from across western Kentucky competed April 25 at the Carson Center in the National Civics Bee Western Kentucky regional competition.
The Barkley Regional Airport Authority Board approved a project to build a new aircraft rescue and firefighting station and purchase a new fire truck to improve safety and expand operations.
Calloway County has had the largest population increase since 2020, while McCracken County has had the largest decrease, according to a new report by the U.S. Census Bureau.
United Way of Western Kentucky is partnering with The Leadership Center to offer a three-part Nonprofit Board Leadership Series aimed at strengthening board leadership across the region.
Kentucky Democratic primary candidates for the United States Senate shared their platforms and answered policy questions at a luncheon hosted by the Paducah Area Chamber of Commerce ¶¶ÒõÖ±²¥Èí¼þ.
Marshall County Schools has selected Amanda Melton as the next principal of Calvert City Elementary School, the school system announced Thursday. She is set to take over the role on July 1.
Two Paducah Police officers and their K-9s were awarded quilts for their service at the American Quilter’s Society QuiltWeek on Friday. The ceremony highlighted the officers and their K-9s’ service and bravery in keeping the community safe.
An inaugural event held during Paducah's AQS QuiltWeek aimed to bring performers, entertainers, audiences and tourists together during one of the city's busiest weeks of the year.
A Carterville man employed at a local elementary school has been arrested on multiple felony charges after the case was uncovered during a separate investigation involving school personnel.
METROPOLIS, Ill. — An Owensboro, Kentucky, man has been arrested following the 42-yearlong investigation into the murder of Lisa Ann Hill Carnes, of Karnak.
Kentucky State Police held its seventh annual statewide "Cover the Cruiser" campaign in April, raising almost $11,000 for Kentucky Special Olympics athletes.Â
LEXINGTON — In the wake of criticism from Gov. Andy Beshear over recent UK actions, Board of Trustees member Jim Gray called for a “collaborative group†to review and adjust the university’s governing regulations.
The first medical cannabis dispensary in the West Kentucky region opened this week in Paducah, the industry trade association announced Thursday, following the state's approval of the treatment method in recent years.
The early spring blooms created a blanket of color throughout the yard. They are being replaced with blooming shrubs that are as beautiful and dramatic as spring blooms. My favorite is whichever is in bloom and is fragrant. Over the last thre…
As AQS QuiltWeek entered its third day, attendees slowed their pace to take it all in. Groups of quilters gathered around tables stitching side by side, while others shared lunch, laughter and stories with friends old and new. Throughout the …
