Source: Kentucky Lantern

WASHINGTON  — U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham died on Saturday night of a “brief and sudden illness,” the South Carolina Republican’s office announced early Sunday. “Senator Graham’s family appreciates prayers at this time and asks for privacy during this incredibly difficult period,” the statement added. Graham, who turned 71 on Thursday, was a close ally of…

Kentucky First Lady Britainy Beshear announced the launch of an interactive domestic violence data dashboard providing statewide and county-level information on domestic violence cases, shelters, and support services.

Residents debated the ongoing controversy surrounding FCPS Superintendent Demetrus Liggins, confirmed Vice President JD Vance’s golf visit, discussed extreme rainfall patterns, and rehashed Lexington SC’s latest loss to Louisville City FC.

Kentucky pitcher Jaxon Jelkin was selected by the Philadelphia Phillies with the 135th overall pick in the fourth round of the 2026 MLB Draft, marking the final selection of Day 1. The Omaha native, who redshirted in 2025, went 8-3 with 106 strikeouts in his only season with the Wildcats.

Lexington’s planning commission has rejected a recommendation that would have permitted large-scale solar projects in the city’s agricultural zones, citing concerns about farmland preservation.

University of Kentucky shortstop Tyler Bell was selected 10th overall by the Colorado Rockies in the 2026 MLB Draft, becoming the highest-drafted player under coach Nick Mingione and only the second Kentucky player ever picked in the top 10.

UK shortstop Tyler Bell was selected 10th overall by the Colorado Rockies, becoming the highest drafted player in the Nick Mingione era. Pitcher Jaxon Jelkin was selected 135th overall by the Philadelphia Phillies in the fourth round.

Residents are discussing Baptist Health’s prenatal communication, ongoing disputes over the superintendent’s severance, and growing opposition to a major data center expansion near a historic neighborhood.

J Batt will begin his role as CEO of Champions Blue LLC and University of Kentucky Athletics Director on July 28, university officials announced, taking over leadership of the Wildcats athletics program.