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Adding to a growing number of protests throughout the state, people in Lexinton gathered again for the “No Kings Then No Kings Now” protest in honor of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. WUKY’s Adah Hufana has more.
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Adah HufanaPeople from all over Lexington helped expand the city’s tree canopy on Saturday at the annual Reforest the Bluegrass event, WUKY’s Adah Hufana reports. -
University of KentuckyThe University of Kentucky is no longer hosting graduation events described as "identity-based." -
Paul Vernon/AP/FR66830 APKentucky hasn't joined the seven states with official measles outbreaks, but with at least one known case in the commonwealth and two neighboring states with outbreaks, it's a good time to review your vaccination history. But it can get a bit tricky. -
Josh James/WUKYWith the loss of a federal grant bolstering support services for unhoused students in Fayette County, some residents are worrying aloud about the future of those programs. -
Associated PressThose lucky enough to win a license to cultivate, process and sell medical marijuana in Kentucky are closer to having products available to patients who hold a medical marijuana card. Governor Andy Beshear anticipates it could be just months away, but the exact timing could shift. -
AP/Timothy D. EasleyKentucky's auditor said Thursday that her office will investigate the state's medical cannabis program after receiving complaints about the lottery system used to award highly sought-after licenses to grow, process, and sell the medicinal products to eligible patients.
Radio Shows & Music
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This week: Rock & Roots featured new music from Sons Of The East (Rescue Me), Ruthie Foster (Hold On (I'm Comin)), Van Morrison (Down To Joy), Bishop Briggs (Woman Is King), Tomar & The FC's (Ain't Worth It), & Willie Nelson Featuring Rodney Crowell (Oh What A Beautiful World)! -
This week's episode of the Crunkadelic Funk Show was a celebration of the life and legacy of the late great D'Wayne Wiggins! Featured music from his time with Tony! Toni! Toné! & more! -
This week: Rock & Roots featured new music from Suzanne Vega (Speakers Corner), The Jaws Of Brooklyn (Litebringer), Crowe Boys (Bootstraps), Sedona Featuring Claud (She's So Pretty), Southern Avenue (Upside), & Santana Featuring Smokey Robinson (Please Don't Take Your Love)!
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Rock & Roots Afternoon host is joined by Kentucky musician Ben Sollee for conversation and songs: talking mountain music, touring with a 9 piece band, and performing songs from his new album 'Long Haul' as a solo artist.Songs:"Under The Spell" from Ben Sollee's 2025 album, 'Long Haul' "Misty Miles" - Live at WUKY"Casino Loyale" - Live at WUKY -
This week: Rock & Roots featured new music from Counting Crows (Spaceman In Tulsa), Fontaines D.C. (It's Amazing To Be Young), Suki Waterhouse (Dream Woman), Hurray For The Riff Raff (Pyramid Scheme), Patterson Hood Featuring Waxahatchee (Forks Of Cypress), & Galactic & Irma Thomas (Where I Belong)!
Podcasts
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PodcastsLawmakers in Frankfort are again floating the idea of ending the requirement for fluoridated drinking water in Kentucky communities with some opponents calling it 'forced medication.' Dr. Emily Winfrey, associate dean of academic and student affairs at UK Dentistry, says that conclusion is not based in science. She talks with Dr. Greg about the 70 plus years of evidence to the contrary. -
PodcastsFall is the time for soups and stews! Joe and Josh discuss delicious ways to turn your market produce into easy and sometimes luxurious meals. Plus a look at chili - is it a soup? -
PodcastsSharon Murphy (she/her), Founder of Real Life Civics, discusses the importance of politics, human-centered leadership, and our favorite crisis manager. -
PodcastsKaterina Stoykova interviews poet Lisa M. Miller about her new poetry book, Woe & Awe, the story of her nonfiction book, The Heart of Leadership for Women, and more.
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Location: WUKY - Studio 49
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