House Republicans have unveiled the cost-saving centerpiece of President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful bill,” at least $880 billion in cuts largely to Medicaid to help cover the cost of $4.5 trillion in tax breaks. Gov. Andy Beshear continues to sound the alarm over the proposal — as Sen. Rand Paul levels his own criticisms about his party's spending plans.
Local News
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Junior Alvarado considering appeal of fine and suspension for excessive whip usage in Kentucky DerbyJockey Junior Alvarado is considering appealing a fine and suspension for using his whip eight times on Sovereignty in winning the Kentucky Derby on May 3. Alvarado was fined $62,000 and suspended two days by the Horse Racing Integrity and Safety Authority, whose rules allow a rider to use a whip six times in a race. He has 10 days to inform HISA if he plans to appeal.
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"Now, therefore, I, Linda Gorton, mayor of Lexington, do hereby declare May 11 through the 17th, 2025, National Police Week in Lexington."
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For the 16th-straight season under head coach Rachel Lawson, the Kentucky Softball team was selected to compete in the NCAA Championship, as the Wildcats were selected as an at-large team out of the Southeastern Conference and will begin the march to the Women’s College World Series on Friday.
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Early Sunday morning, a 2.8-magnitude earthquake was recorded in central Kentucky. On Saturday, a 4.1-magnitude earthquake originating in Tennessee was also felt in eastern Kentucky.
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Road crews have begun milling and repaving Avenue of Champions, closing east and westbound lanes from South Limestone to Rose Street.
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Kentucky ranks among the worst states for seasonal allergies from early spring through late fall, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America.
Radio Shows & Music
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This week: Rock & Roots featured new music from Eric Bibb (Roll On Buddy), Nada Surf (Second Skin), Bruce Springsteen (She Don't Love Me Now), Warren Haynes (This Is Life As We Know It), Linkin Park (The Emptiness Machine), Kacey Musgraves (The Architect), & Sting (I Wrote Your Name (Upon My Heart))!
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Rock & Roots afternoon host Joe Conkwright is joined by Joan Osborne for conversation and a sampling of music. Joan talks about growing up in Kentucky and her life in music, and she shares a taste of her music. Next year is the 30th anniversary of her major label debut, Relish.Hear what she may have in mind to celebrate.
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This week: Rock & Roots featured new music from Joe P. (Violet), Wyatt Flores (Don't Wanna Say Goodnight), Jonah Kagen (God Needs The Devil), Bryan Ferry (Star), The Mavericks (Overnight Success), Ruthie Foster (Milage), & Lucius (Old Tape)!
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This week: Rock & Roots featured new music from Something Corporate (Happy), Dawes (Still Strangers Sometimes), Valley (When You Know Someone), St. Vincent (Big Time Nothing), Coldplay (We Pray), Shemekia Copeland (Blame It On Eve), & Kate Pierson (Take Me Back To The Party)!
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WUKY contributing listener and Rock & Roots Guest DJ, Janet Whitaker joins Joe Conkwright for lively discussion and a set of Americana Rock that spans the ages with inspiring lyrics and crafty guitar.
Podcasts
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PodcastsIn this episode, Tony & B-Mad talk about the differences between Visual Arts and Branding and share some new projects along the way!
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PodcastsKaterina Stoykova interviews Chris Williams, Senior Vice President of Communications at Kosair for Kids about the mission and the history of the organization.
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PodcastsAccording to the US Census Bureau by the year 2034 more Americans will be over the age of 65 (numbering some 77-million people), than under the age of 18. That will be a first for our nation and it underscores the importance of communities enhancing the quality and volume of senior-oriented support services. Dr. Greg talks with Kristy Stambaugh - director of Aging and Disability Services for the city of Lexington. She tells us all about the programs on offer at the city's four senior centers (Life Lane, Bell Court, Charles Young and Black & Williams Cultural Center) and shares more details on a brand new one coming to Shillito Park in 2026.
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PodcastsVoting Matters is back with an episode focusing on energizing young voters. Recently our guest, Lexington SCAPA student Cricket Brown appeared in the Voices Amplified production of What the Constitution Means to Me and we were so blown away by their performance, we thought who better to talk about the youth vote? Cricket talks about being a non-binary performer on the local theatre scene and gives tips on how to speak to young people about why and how voting matters.
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