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Daniel Cameron · Fancy Farm

Republican Senate candidates seeking to replace McConnell aim to define themselves at Fancy Farm

55% Center coverage: 31 sources

Three Republicans competing to succeed longtime Sen. Mitch McConnell tried to define themselves before the political attacks that could come Saturday when they share the spotlight at the Fancy Farm picnic, a daunting rite of passage for candidates seeking statewide office in Kentucky.“You're going to hear some barbs tomorrow, but what I want to focus on is my vision for serving in the United States Senate,” Daniel Cameron, one of the candidates,…See the Story

James Comer · United States

Comer Says Ghislaine Maxwell Can Testify After Supreme Court Appeal

60% Right coverage: 30 sources

House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chair James Comer (R-Ky.) agreed Friday to a request from Ghislaine Maxwell to delay deposing her until after the Supreme Court considers her petition to overturn her conviction for sex trafficking. See the Story

Boxing · Louisville

Local Event: 60-Days Thrilla in Manila at 50, Canelo/crawford "Vegas Thrilla in Septila" r.i.p. Rahaman Ali

41% Center coverage: 17 sources

60-Days Thrilla In Manila at 50, Canelo/Crawford "Vegas Thrilla In Septila" R.I.P. Rahaman Ali August 2, 2025 See the Story

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Comer Says Ghislaine Maxwell Can Testify After Supreme Court Appeal

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Americans Twice as Likely to Disapprove of Trump’s Handling of Epstein Investigation: Survey

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Mega Millions Numbers: Are You the Lucky Winner of Friday’s $140 Million Jackpot?

54% Center coverage: 11 sources

Are you tonight’s lucky winner? Grab your tickets and check your numbers. The Mega Millions lottery jackpot continues to rise after someone won the $344 million prize on March 25.Here are the winning numbers in Friday’s drawing:Mega Millions · United States See the Story

Gray Media, Inc. Acquires WDRB, Block Communications Broadcast Division for $80 Million

87% Center coverage: 8 sources

In addition to WDRB, the Block broadcast division also includes WBKI in Louisville, WAND in Decatur, Illinois and WLIO in Lima, Ohio.Television · United States See the Story

McConnell Accuses Paul of Not Supporting Kentucky Farmers in Federal Hemp Ban Dispute

100% Left coverage: 2 sources

Sen. Mitch McConnell is putting his push to ban intoxicating hemp products on hold — but not without some strong words for fellow Sen. Rand Paul.Rand Paul · Kentucky See the Story

House Explosion in Indiana Leaves 5 Injured; Cause Under Investigation

70% Center coverage: 10 sources

Fire investigators are working to learn what caused a massive house explosion that left five people injured in Jeffersonville, Indiana.Jeffersonville, Indiana · Jeffersonville See the Story

Inspector General Report: Ex-LMPD Officer Who Shot, Killed Armed Suspect Violated Policy

67% Center coverage: 3 sources

A report from the Office of Inspector General found a former LMPD officer violated department policies when he shot and killed an armed suspect.Louisville, Kentucky · Louisville See the Story

FEMA Denies Disaster Aid as Trump Begins Push to Make States Responsible

64% Center coverage: 11 sources

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) denied three counties’ requests for federal disaster assistance for areas in Kentucky affected by severe storms and tornadoes on May 16 and 17, 2025, according to a letter sent to Democratic Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear. The agency issued the denials despite a large number of counties being approved for general federal help with public infrastructure recovery. FEMA denied individual assistance for Chr…Floods · Kentucky See the Story

Jeff Brohm thinks Louisville football should play only Power Four schools in nonconference

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Louisville football coach Jeff Brohm dishes on building offense behind transfer quarterback for third straight season and ideal nonconference scheduleLouisville, Kentucky · Louisville Read Article

This Louisville bar was just named one of the best in the US. Here's why it's so special

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

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