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A new report on overdose deaths in Kentucky revealed a steep decline — over 30% compared to 2023.
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Josh James/WUKYA new artist-run space meant for creators and performers alike is now open in Lexington. WUKYs Josh James visited "Artfarm" during its grand opening Thursday evening. -
Jose Luis Magana/AP/FR159526 APThe U.S. Senate rejected a resolution late Wednesday that could have effectively blocked Trump’s sweeping tariffs by rescinding the emergency order the president is using to enact them. A Kentucky senator was one of three Republican lawmakers to join the Democrats in voting for the resolution. -
Josh James/WUKYKentucky lawmakers are paving the way for the University of Kentucky to expand its recreation center and make up for most of the anticipated loss of 1,900 parking spaces. -
Josh James/WUKYPeaceful Bluegrass Resistance held one of its many pop-up protests at the VA Medical Center Wednesday. While the gathering may have been modestly attended, organizers say it's about keeping the rapid changes coming out of Washington top-of-mind — even if reactions are mixed. -
Charlie Riedel/AP/APAt the 151st Kentucky Derby, a global spotlight will shine on equine athleticism. It’s the subject of a growing body of research. On display at Saturday's Derby will be the speed and agility of these 1,000-pound animals. -
Miljan Zivkovic/Miljan Živković - stock.adobe.com/658802578Online extortion cases involving children have been rapidly increasing in Kentucky and nationwide, and legislation signed into law by Gov. Andy Beshear aims to protect kids from digital abuse.
Radio Shows & Music
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This week's episode of the Crunkadelic Funk Show featured music from Deva Mahal, HER, Omar Apollo Featuring Daniel Caesar, Erykah Badu, Durand Bernarr Featuring Ari Lennox, Kendrick Lamar SZA, OutKast, & more! -
This week: Rock & Roots featured new music from Momma (I Want You (Fever)), Dauzat St. Marie (Burn), My Morning Jacket (Squid Ink), Myles Smith (Nice To Meet You), Bon Iver (Everything Is Peaceful Love), & Sabrina Carpenter Featuring Dolly Parton (Please, Please, Please (Remix))! -
This week: Rock & Roots featured new music from ZZ Ward (Love Alive), Moe. (In Stride), Charley Crockett (Lonesome Drifter), JohnnySwim (I'm Alright), & Alison Krauss & Union Station (Looks Like The End Of The Road)!
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This week's episode of the Crunkadelic Funk Show celebrated the first day of Black History Month with a little resistance! Robert Cray, Erykah Badu, Billy Preston, Prince, Des'ree, Mavis Staples, Charles Bradley, & more!
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The 67th Grammy Awards were presented last night! Did any of your favorites win?
Podcasts
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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. -
PodcastsA University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment (CAFE) study researching Appalachian culture and its impact on food insecurity has won Health Education & Behavior’s “Paper of the Year” Award for 2023. The paper, titled “Exploring Food-Based Cultural Practices to Address Food Insecurity in Rural Appalachia,” emphasizes how significant culturally entrenched food practices are in enabling communities from Appalachia to fight food insecurity. The study was led by Lauren Batey and co-authored by Emily DeWitt, Dawn Brewer, Kathryn Cardarelli and Heather Norman-Burgdolf. Batey is the guest this week on Dr. Greg Davis on Medicine. -
PodcastsVoting Matters is back one final time to drop some important info regarding the upcoming election and for that Alan and Liza visit with Dr. Jen Jackson, League of Women Voters of Kentucky Board President. She talks about LWV's various statewide partnerships, some upcoming volunteer opportunities, and a last minute push to get more people to the polls. -
PodcastsJosh and Joe discuss the final weekend for the Sunday Southland Drive Market - and it's still time for you to get your Halloween treats and decorations. Find out what Josh is dressing as for Halloween.
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