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Lexington's Urban County Council has moved to add back an opportunity for public comment on final development plans — as the city grapples with a state law that altered that portion of the planning process.
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Josh James/WUKYAnother $16 million in cuts are coming to the Fayette County Public School system. That's on top of across-the-board department belt-tightening. -
LRC Public InformationFormer Democratic State Rep. Cherlynn Stevenson is jumping into the race to replace Sixth District Congressman Andy Barr. -
Josh James/WUKYThirty winners were officially awarded with "Be the Change" scholarships — a program meant to encourage students who want to enter fields that touch on gun violence and its effects. -
RD1The ribbon has been cut and the new two-story, 10,250 square foot Registered Distillery One Spirits is officially open for business. -
sudok1 - stock.adobe.com/240996735A new report from the Commonwealth Fund showed between 8,000 and 12,000 Kentuckians could lose their jobs as a result of the state implementing Medicaid work requirements, which would cause more people to lose health coverage. -
J. Scott Applewhite/AP/APHouse 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.
Radio Shows & Music
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This week's episode of The Crunkadelic Funk Show celebrated the life and musical legacy of Lucius Tawl "Tal" Ross, the original rhythm guitarist for Funkadelic who passed away on January 3rd 2023 at the age of 75. -
This week's episode of the Crunkadelic Funk Show took a look back at some favorites from 2023! Featured music from ALO, Peggy Gou & Lenny Kravitz, Joslyn & The Sweet Compression, Beyoncé Featuring Tems & Grace Jones, & more!
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This week's episode of The Crunkadelic Funk Show was our December 2023 tribute to Eddie Hazel!
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This week: Rock & Roots featured new holiday music from My Morning Jacket (Feelin' Sorry), Norah Jones & Laufey (Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas), Lumineers (Deck The Halls), Bright Eyes Featuring John Prine (Christmas In Prison), War ((Yes It's) Christmas), & Chicago Featuring Dolly Parton (Wonderful Christmas Time)! -
The Reverend Freakchild joins Joe Conkwright in WUKY's studio for a live session and conversation about dementia, psychedelics, recovery, and his journey through blues.
Podcasts
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In this week's episode of Dr. Greg Davis on Medicine, Michaela Keener, Ph.D., discusses her work in developing an interactive digital health system designed to enhance access to care for equestrians. Keener is an assistant professor of athletic training and clinical nutrition in the UK College of Health Sciences. She has received research funding from the U.S. National Science Foundation, National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health and University of Cincinnati. -
PodcastsJosh and Joe get you ready for your Thanksgiving meal preparations with suggestions to make your Holiday dining unique and healthy. Joe and Josh reveal their favorite side item for Thanksgiving, and an unusual vegetable available at the Farmers' Market to bring to your table. -
PodcastsIn this episode, Tony & B-Mad talk about inspiration through music, art, comics, pop culture, & more! -
PodcastsDawn Walters is a celebrated former University of Kentucky (UK) cheerleader, coach, and entrepreneur whose contributions have left a lasting impact on and the cheer and dance community. As a student-athlete, Walters played a pivotal role in UK’s cheerleading history, helping the Wildcats secure their first national championship in 1985.
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