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7 rescued after getting stranded on Russell County island

July 17, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – Seven people were rescued in Russell County on Thursday after they were stranded on an island due to rising water. The Russell County Search and Rescue Team was dispatched to the island near […]

Temporary Closure of US 127 in Russell County Next Week

July 17, 2026 Kisha Jones

Temporary Closure of US 127 in Russell County Next Week The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will temporarily close U.S. 127 across Wolf Creek Dam on Thursday, July 23, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. […]

Corbin police seek public’s help in theft investigation

July 17, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – The Corbin Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in a theft investigation. An individual is being sought in connection with a July 15 theft that happened at 5 p.m. Corbin police seek […]

Casey County Man Drowns at Lake Cumberland

July 16, 2026 Eric Criswell

A Casey County man drowned Wednesday afternoon while swimming in a creek connected to Lake Cumberland. According to information released by the Russell County Coroner’s Office and local law enforcement, the victim—identified as 28‑year‑old Joshua […]

McCreary County Man Returned to Kentucky to Face Manslaughter Charge

July 16, 2026 Eric Criswell

A McCreary County man accused in the death of a Whitley City resident has been returned to Kentucky to face a manslaughter charge stemming from an April incident. Authorities say 60‑year‑old Gene Cooper of Whitley […]

Former London mayor’s attorney alleges evidence was ‘destroyed’ in campaign donation case

July 16, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – Former London Mayor Randall Weddle’s attorney alleged that a fundraiser for Gov. Andy Beshear’s reelection campaign destroyed evidence in a campaign contribution case. In a memorandum filed by Weddle’s attorney requesting a change […]

Somerset fire crews respond to house fire

July 16, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – Somerset fire crews found heavy fire and smoke coming from a home while responding to a request for aid from Parker’s Mill Volunteer Fire Department. The homeowner and her K9 were reportedly able […]

Laurel County Sheriff’s Office arrest one in connection with stabbing

July 15, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – One man has been arrested in relation to the July 12 stabbing. PREVIOUS STORY: Laurel County Sheriff’s Office identifies 3 people wanted in connection with stabbing Deputies arrested 19-year-old Joseph Middleton July 13. […]

Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corp. approves more than $1.4 million in loans

July 15, 2026 Kisha Jones

The Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corp. (KAFC) approved eight agricultural loans totaling $1,483,476 for projects across the Commonwealth at its monthly board meeting. Beginning Farmer Loan Program (BFLP) Seven Beginning Farmer loans totaling up to […]

7 rescued after getting stranded on Russell County island

Temporary Closure of US 127 in Russell County Next Week

Corbin police seek public’s help in theft investigation

Casey County Man Drowns at Lake Cumberland

McCreary County Man Returned to Kentucky to Face Manslaughter Charge

Former London mayor’s attorney alleges evidence was ‘destroyed’ in campaign donation case

Somerset fire crews respond to house fire

Laurel County Sheriff’s Office arrest one in connection with stabbing

Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corp. approves more than $1.4 million in loans

Lane closed on highway in Lincoln County for road work

London City Council appoints new mayor

Orr calls it ‘a new day’ as London mayor resigns ahead of November’s mayoral election

Willie Colene (Riddle) Dulworth

Michael T. Foster

Barbara Sue Ramsey

Carrol Lynn New

Janice Lucille Bell