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As tariffs loom, Kentucky relies on trade more than any other state, says new study

Kentucky’s economy is the nation’s most reliant on global trade, according to a new study that looks at the potential impact of President Donald Trump’s tariffs on housing prices. The study found that imports into Kentucky equal 32.3% of the state’s gross …

Preparations for 151st Kentucky Derby underway on track’s backside

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Preparations are ramping up as the 151st Kentucky Derby draws closer. A lot of those preparations happen behind the scenes on the backside of the track. On Thursday, the backside of Churchill Downs was buzzing with hundreds of …

16-year-old flown to Nashville hospital after being hit by car in Kentucky

HOPKINSVILLE, Ky. (WSMV) - A 16-year-old is being treated for significant leg injuries after being hit by a car in Kentucky, according to the Hopkinsville Fire Department HFD said the teen was crossing Lafayette Road near the Koffman Drive intersection at …

Churchill Downs nearing completion of $80M upgrades before Kentucky Derby 151

CAN’T DO ANYTHING WITHOUT VOLUNTEERS. THANKS, JAMIE. AND OVER AT CHURCHILL DOWNS, THE RACE IS ON TO COMPLETE AN $80 MILLION IMPROVEMENT PROJECT IN TIME FOR DERBY. 151 WLKY’S JOYCE O’LEARY IS LIVE THERE WITH A LOOK AT THE PROGRESS. AND JOYCE, WHAT CAN WE …

Kentucky Derby Festival kicks off $1M hole-in-one contest

Kentucky Derby Festival kicks off $1M hole-in-one contest Copy Link Copy {copyShortcut} to copy Updated: 6:34 PM EDT Apr 17, 2025 ALL RIGHT. THANKS, JOYCE. WELL, ONE SWING OF THE GOLF CLUB COULD CHANGE YOUR LIFE. THE KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL IS HOLE IN ONE …

Lady Topper basketball lands former Miss Kentucky winner in Trinity Rowe

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – WKU women’s basketball has announced the commitment of Kentucky native Trinity Rowe for the 2025-26 season. Rowe is a rising sophomore transferring from Southern Miss. Rowe was the Sun Belt Freshman of the Year in 2024-25 and was named …

Oldham native Driskell named as Kentucky Poet Laureate

Award-winning poet, essayist and teacher Kathleen Driskell, an Oldham County native, was named the 2025-2026 Kentucky Poet Laureate on April 17 and will be inducted on April 24, at 10 a.m. in the Capitol Rotunda in Frankfort. Gov. Andy Beshear joined …

Kentucky urged to shine 'Two Lights'

The Kentucky Historical Society and America250KY are encouraging all Kentuckians to join them in a nationwide call to action this weekend for Two Lights for Tomorrow. Two Lights for Tomorrow is a national appeal for local governments and citizens alike to …

This Kentucky craftsman home was redesigned with a light, beachy feel

A Kentucky craftsman home was redesigned with a light, bright, beachy feel while maintaining a Kentucky feel. Key changes included a coffee bar conversion in the foyer, a new fireplace in the living room, and updated lighting and furniture in the kitchen. …