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Kentucky abortion amendment campaigns use messages of ‘freedom’ and ‘spirit war’ to sway voters

LEXINGTON, Ky. — On a recent Saturday afternoon, on the steps of the Kentucky Capitol, Bishop John Iffert wanted to make something clear: Christians have a duty to publicly advocate on behalf of unborn fetuses ahead of the November election.

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Abortion access hinges on state elections

In the first national election since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, voters in many states Tuesday will decide the future of abortion access, whether through ballot initiatives, gubernatorial and legislative races or choices for state courts.

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Health officials say the flu is already widespread throughout Kentucky

Various illnesses are circulating throughout communities in Kentucky. More than a dozen schools have been shut down due to high absences over the last week.

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Early voting produced large crowds in both urban and rural voting locations

Early voting across Kentucky is in the books. Voters cast their ballots over three days last week. In Powell County, Clerk Jackie Everman said just under a thousand people voted in-person

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Flu, RSV and strep are forcing more Kentucky school districts to close

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Kentucky candidates make final pitches ahead of election

Republican Sen. Rand Paul is stressing his faith in a “hands off” federal government in final campaigning across Kentucky

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Today's Interview: Taking a look at Amendment 2

WEKU news team speaks with Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates and Kentucky Right to Life about Amendment 2

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Dry conditions are taking a toll on the Daniel Boone National Forest during wildfire season

Kentucky’s fall wildfire season is hitting the Daniel Boone National Forest.

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KY nonprofits have another chance at getting state help

Kentucky nonprofits have another chance to apply for help from the state government.

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Mark Story: Is this the year that Kentucky basketball recovers its mojo?

With apologies to 17th century English poet John Milton, the theme for Kentucky men’s college basketball’s two marquee programs since 2015 has been “Paradise Lost.”

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Here are the places where abortion is on the ballot (in one way or another) this week

Abortion is on the ballot in California, Kentucky, Michigan, Montana and Vermont, but it's also playing a major role in races for governor, attorney general and state supreme courts nationwide.

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Meditate wins Juvenile Fillies’ Turf on big day for Europeans at Breeders’ Cup

European-trained runners won the three turf races on the first day of the Breeders’ Cup meeting in Kentucky, with Meditate’s victory in the Juvenile Fillies’ Turf the highlight

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Money from interests groups floods into Kentucky nonpartisan judicial races

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Violent crime on the minds of Louisville mayoral candidates

Crime in Kentucky’s largest city has taken center stage in the race for mayor of Louisville

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‘Breaking our way.’ Kentucky's Comer, Massie eye GOP House gains, weigh priorities after midterms

WASHINGTON — Rep. James Comer of Kentucky said he expects Republicans to gain 30 House seats in Tuesday’s midterm elections, easily clearing the six necessary for the GOP to capture control of the chamber.

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Some survivors of tornadoes and flooding can have diplomas and credentials replaced for free

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Fifth district congressional race finds a first-time candidate battling the dean of the U.S. House

The race for the fifth district congressional seat features a first-time candidate against the House of Representatives’ most senior member. The large southeastern Kentucky district has been a Republican stronghold for decades.

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Bob Baffert returns to race in Kentucky for first time since last year's Derby

LEXINGTON, Ky. — The Commonwealth of Kentucky is the self-proclaimed horse racing capital of the world. It has the most famous racetrack, the most iconic race and more than 450 breeding farms.

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More school systems in central and eastern Kentucky closing due to illness

Two more school systems in central and eastern Kentucky are shutting down Friday due to illness.

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Kentuckians to weigh in on anti-abortion constitutional amendment on Election Day

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Money from interests groups floods into Kentucky nonpartisan judicial races

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Charles Booker touts abortion rights in Kentucky Senate bid

Democratic Senate candidate Charles Booker is bidding to stop Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky from winning a third term

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$1.25 million being invested in Kentucky’s meat and poultry industries

On Wednesday, U.S. Department of Agriculture undersecretary for rural development Xochitl Torres Small announced over $1.25 million dollars in funding.

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Jack Harlow review – dextrous rapper lets his charisma do the heavy lifting

The Kentucky native’s introduction to Brum may have left him a little bemused, but the city showed its appreciation for his ruthlessly effective hits

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Three months after flooding, eastern Kentuckians worry about low voter turnout

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