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Jury reaches verdict in rape trial of fmr. Kentucky Justice Cabinet Secretary
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - A jury has reached a verdict in the Lexington rape trial of former state lawmaker John Tilley. The Lexington Herald-Leader reports that after five hours of deliberation, a jury found Tilley not guilty of rape. Tilley is a former Democratic representative. He was also a cabinet...
Not too Hot as Slight Rain Chances Continue
OVERNIGHT: Partly Cloudy. Warm with Lows of 69-71. Sunrise 5:47. WEDNESDAY: Mix of Sun & Clouds (More Clouds South) with a Few Showers/T’Showers Developing. Humid with Highs 83-90 (Southeast to Northwest…84-88 in the Evansville Metro). Winds SW 5-10 WED NIGHT: Partly Cloudy. Warm with Lows 69-70. THURSDAY: Mix...
12 states in Midwest and East coast see listeria illness linked to sliced deli meat
Two people in the United States have died, and 28 people have been hospitalized across 12 states from a listeria outbreak linked to sliced deli meat, federal health officials said Friday. No cases have been reported in Kentucky as of Tuesday. ...
CHRISTMAS IN JULY BEGINS THURSDAY, THROUGH SATURDAY
The Fulton Tourism Commission will sponsor "Christmas In July" beginning Thurs., July 25, with a 5 p.m. ribbon cutting ceremony for the new "Ventures Village" area of small, newly constructed buildings to house artisan based businesses. The shops are located off Walnut Street in Fulton, and adjacent to the Fulton Farmers Market, as well as downtown Fulton's Lake Street.
Tennessee Ranks Among the Most Dangerous States in the Nation
In a recent study, Tennessee has found itself among the most dangerous states in the nation. In a study, US News dove into both the violent crime rates and property crime rates in all 50 states. After combing through all of the data, the outlet was able to determine how well each state fosters public safety.
County health dept. to celebrate 75 years with free community health fair
CHARLESTON, Mo. (KFVS) - The Mississippi County Health Department will celebrate 75 years of serving the community with a free health fair. On Thursday, July 25 the community can come by the department at 1200 E. Marshall St. in Charleston, Missouri for free health services, classes and demonstrations, activities for children and more.
Paducah Police Department granted license plate reading technology
PADUCAH — The Paducah City Commission approved a contract for 15 additional license plate readers for the Paducah Police Department during Tuesday’s meeting. The license plate readers are fixed cameras placed at high-traffic intersections, thoroughfares, and state highways. They operate solely on solar power and are used with the goal of enhancing public safety.
2 arrested in connection with McCracken Co. copper theft investigation
MCCRACKEN COUNTY, Ky. (KFVS) - Two people were arrested in connection with a theft investigation. Kimberly Humphrey, 49, of Eddyville, was arrested on charges of first-degree possession of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia. Jason C. Peace, 50, of Paducah, was arrested on drug charges, first-degree criminal mischief and two...
Former deputy's employment history may reveal troubling loopholes in Illinois law enforcement system
SANGAMON COUNTY, Ill. — Records show the former deputy officer who shot and killed an unarmed Black woman, Sonya Massey, worked for multiple departments in the state of Illinois in just a handful of years. Legal experts told us the State of Illinois has something Missouri does not have:...
Don't Waste Your Money | Consumers cashing in as gold prices hit historic high
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Have some old jewelry that you don't really wear anymore? Now might be the perfect time to cash in!. Gold has been on a tear in 2024 and just hit historic highs, and the likelihood of interest rate cuts this fall has sent it up even higher.
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