https://www.kentuckynewera.com/search/?q=&t=article&l=100&d=&d1=&d2=&s=start_time&sd=desc&nsa=eedition&c%5B%5D=news,news/*&f=rss*&f=rss www.kentuckynewera.com - RSS Results in section(s) news,news/* only for asset type(s) of article TNCMS 1.94.2 http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification 30 The Hopkinsville Police Department released the following reports: Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/6856f4df-5103-5603-84a7-0b6072aaf206 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/crime/article_6856f4df-5103-5603-84a7-0b6072aaf206.html An investor-owned developer looking to build a hyperscale data center at an idled Hancock County aluminum smelter says it’s committing to the governor’s requirements to pay its share of taxes, follow environmental laws and “build a meaningful relationship” with the… Fri, 21 Aug 2026 23:50:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/ab65b35d-3c84-50b4-bbfd-13b96b489060 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_ab65b35d-3c84-50b4-bbfd-13b96b489060.html By LIAM NIEMEYER KENTUCKY LANTERN FRANKFORT – The Kentucky Office of Highway Safety reminds travelers to plan ahead for a safe and sober ride home to help keep roads safe, as Kentuckians celebrate the unofficial end of summer during the upcoming Labor Day weekend. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 23:22:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/e2fcaaf5-6efd-59a9-8607-d323c63b2a6f https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_e2fcaaf5-6efd-59a9-8607-d323c63b2a6f.html By TOM LATEK KENTUCKY TODAY A Tennessee man reviously convicted of secretly recording women and children in restrooms and dressing rooms has been charged for similar conduct in Fayette Mall in Lexington, according to court records. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 22:44:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/57da8c10-d597-5582-8cec-d60d3fd247e3 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_57da8c10-d597-5582-8cec-d60d3fd247e3.html By CHRISTOPHER LEACH TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE For a second time, Attorney General Russell Coleman’s attempt to toss out extensive death penalty litigation has been denied. This time, by the Kentucky Supreme Court. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 22:20:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/cdf7dddc-e2c7-5e1e-b382-d692623029fe https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_cdf7dddc-e2c7-5e1e-b382-d692623029fe.html By TAYLOR SIX TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE A potentially life-threatening fungus has spread across 23 states this year, including Kentucky. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 22:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/c0f8c5b3-d50b-5c00-b1e3-7158d6680b8f https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_c0f8c5b3-d50b-5c00-b1e3-7158d6680b8f.html By CASEY SEBASTIANO TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE A joint investigation involving local, state and federal law enforcement agencies into drug trafficking in Hopkins County and the surrounding area has netted federal indictments against six suspects in the Western District of Kentucky. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 17:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/7873ffe3-ca0a-5ca0-9456-be0015971407 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_7873ffe3-ca0a-5ca0-9456-be0015971407.html By M G McKinley Paxton Media Group Cadiz resident and former Hopkinsville youth pastor Jeremiah E. Swaw, 38, has been charged with grooming a minor after both Swaw and his wife, Hayla Swaw, as well as the minor involved walked into the Cadiz Police Department to report… Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:37:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/87231124-5db7-50eb-9296-af629f0998dc https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_87231124-5db7-50eb-9296-af629f0998dc.html By TONYA S. GRACE NEW ERA Staff Writer FRANKFORT, Ky. — Several experts provided an overview of the state of rural health care during Tuesday’s meeting of the Interim Joint Committee on Health Services, highlighting hospital closures, workforce shortages and financial challenges facing rural communities. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/cfd62cfb-1c21-5918-9ae6-d53a41d0931f https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_cfd62cfb-1c21-5918-9ae6-d53a41d0931f.html Legislative Research Commission The City of Hopkinsville is asking for the public’s help after 27 veteran grave markers were stolen from Cave Springs Cemetery and Riverside Cemetery. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 14:55:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/3dac6647-cb29-5f0d-bfa6-1eaf2f4bd917 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_3dac6647-cb29-5f0d-bfa6-1eaf2f4bd917.html By New Era staff Chief Financial Officer Melissa Clayton of the City of Hopkinsville said a recent increase in payroll tax revenue for the city could be due in part to a three-pay-period month for some companies in July. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:48:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/bb767857-14b5-514e-95e1-1ca8741acfde https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/article_bb767857-14b5-514e-95e1-1ca8741acfde.html By TONYA S. GRACE NEW ERA Staff Writer A horse stabled on the Kentucky Exposition Center grounds died Wednesday evening prior to the opening of the 2026 Kentucky State Fair. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/3d335ace-6a37-5f30-83da-fab48ac789b6 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_3d335ace-6a37-5f30-83da-fab48ac789b6.html By PIPER HANSEN PAXTON MEDIA GROUP Hopkinsville officials are proposing a slight increase in the city’s real property tax rate after declining property values resulted in negative growth for the tax base. Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:45:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/101324fa-fdd9-567d-a11c-4a34f49afdcf https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_101324fa-fdd9-567d-a11c-4a34f49afdcf.html By Jenny Myers New Era Staff Writer The Christian County Board of Education approved an increase to its real property tax rate Thursday while electing Lindsey Clark as the board’s new chairman. Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:55:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/83c67c50-ddae-5562-ad68-c743913e9cdb https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_83c67c50-ddae-5562-ad68-c743913e9cdb.html By Jenny Myers New Era Staff Writer Jefferson County Clerk David Yates told lawmakers Tuesday that as a result of a review of registered voters’ information after a “clerical error” prevented a handful of voters from casting a ballot in the correct precinct, about 290 voters on… Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/8ea530f2-cd51-505e-8fde-22025217363d https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_8ea530f2-cd51-505e-8fde-22025217363d.html By McKenna Horsley Kentucky Lantern The Hopkinsville Police Department released the following reports: Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/26c40035-a7d7-5b19-8f9e-97ca8b23a410 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/crime/article_26c40035-a7d7-5b19-8f9e-97ca8b23a410.html Pembroke sets council meeting Wed, 19 Aug 2026 23:20:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/dd029b60-cac9-52bd-b775-b12e0eb13dea https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/article_dd029b60-cac9-52bd-b775-b12e0eb13dea.html Kentucky Transportation Cabinet engineers and consultants are working to expedite repairs to the approach span of the southbound U.S. 41 Twin Bridge in Henderson after an inspection identified issues with rocker bearings supporting the bridge, the agency announced Wednesday. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:30:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/efd5aed6-d845-5438-a074-be15a66789fe https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_efd5aed6-d845-5438-a074-be15a66789fe.html By M G McKinley Paxton Media Group The first day of school brought excitement, fresh starts and new opportunities to Christian County Public Schools on Wednesday, with students returning to classrooms across the district and Christian County High School officially opening its doors for the first time. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/d5776b6c-088f-551d-8aae-dd5d1f0b3d50 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_d5776b6c-088f-551d-8aae-dd5d1f0b3d50.html By Jenny Myers New Era Staff Writer Hopkinsville Chief Financial Officer Melissa Clayton has reported a decrease in the city’s general fund revenues for the past month. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/be2f7f27-a247-5df2-9509-f44c908225d9 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_be2f7f27-a247-5df2-9509-f44c908225d9.html By TONYA S. GRACE Kentucky New Era FRANKFORT, Ky. — Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources game wardens have arrested Cody Casey, 34, of Harrodsburg, on an indictment warrant in connection with a July 4 boating collision on Herrington Lake that killed a Nicholasville man, according… Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:30:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/a5c76094-9062-58a7-8fe0-44970077c867 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_a5c76094-9062-58a7-8fe0-44970077c867.html By Paxton Media Group Nobody wants to go to school in an old dilapidated building, Rex Booth observes. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:05:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/800bea6c-3c1b-5df0-aa4c-c341280d0412 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_800bea6c-3c1b-5df0-aa4c-c341280d0412.html By TONYA S. GRACE New Era staff writer Nobody wants to go to school in an old dilapidated building, Rex Booth observes. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:05:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/b01d45cf-3afd-53ff-b3f8-77dfcb4898bc https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/article_b01d45cf-3afd-53ff-b3f8-77dfcb4898bc.html By TONYA S. GRACE Record Staff Writer The Kentucky State Police Electronic Crime Branch arrested Brent Ryan Lindsey, 41, of Beaver Dam, on Tuesday in connection with an investigation involving child sexual abuse material, according to a KSP release. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/238dcc50-6291-59a9-b940-b9c53c908d9c https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_238dcc50-6291-59a9-b940-b9c53c908d9c.html By Paxton Media Group Students receive honors at Austin Peay Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:08:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/2f69119a-062c-577a-9b6d-7a93a92c4958 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/article_2f69119a-062c-577a-9b6d-7a93a92c4958.html Some 40 senior citizens in Trigg County will no longer be receiving the home-delivered meals made possible through the Pennyrile Area Development District and Pennyrile Allied Community Services. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 21:10:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/15ee7cab-88af-59e4-b7eb-bc98a45afbef https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_15ee7cab-88af-59e4-b7eb-bc98a45afbef.html By TONYA S. GRACE New Era staff writer The Christian County Relay for Life will return for its 34th year on Friday, bringing the community together to celebrate cancer survivors, remember those lost to the disease and raise money for the American Cancer Society. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:15:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/290b62e4-0bb5-5af2-9c0f-c03822f8a1eb https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_290b62e4-0bb5-5af2-9c0f-c03822f8a1eb.html By Jenny Myers New Era staff writer Ron K. Patterson highlighted the importance of the early childhood and elementary education programs available at the Murray State University Hopkinsville Regional Campus. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/964a5aec-9dc1-597f-9565-8754cf1be8a7 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/article_964a5aec-9dc1-597f-9565-8754cf1be8a7.html By TONYA S. GRACE New Era staff writer Just a couple of days before the start of the new school year, the new Christian County High School campus on Lovers Lane was busy. Junior and senior youth were on campus on Monday for Tiger Jump Start, an ongoing… Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/80e894f6-232d-5214-b4c3-2c095683df27 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/article_80e894f6-232d-5214-b4c3-2c095683df27.html By New Era staff Just a couple of days before the start of the new school year, the new Christian County High School campus on Lovers Lane was busy. Junior and senior youth were on campus on Monday for Tiger Jump Start, an ongoing… Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/2b1878f1-d8ea-50c9-b914-9815e0ce2f25 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/article_2b1878f1-d8ea-50c9-b914-9815e0ce2f25.html By The Eagle Post A $20,000 grant from the WHAS Crusade for Children has been awarded to CASA by the Lakes, allowing help to recruit and train more volunteers to advocate for abused and neglected children in western Kentucky. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/90a84213-1ccb-52c0-9290-cef9ff5f84aa https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_90a84213-1ccb-52c0-9290-cef9ff5f84aa.html By Jenny Myers New Era Staff Writer The Hopkinsville Police Department released the following reports: Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/7dd709fb-c39e-5b5b-963e-f8f75b66ca42 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/crime/article_7dd709fb-c39e-5b5b-963e-f8f75b66ca42.html A Kentucky State Police trooper is being celebrated for rescuing four occupants from a burning vehicle Friday afternoon while responded to a rollover crash on Interstate 65 in Hardin County Mon, 17 Aug 2026 23:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/e0e7b11f-f6ce-5001-99f4-79fd2cc50add https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_e0e7b11f-f6ce-5001-99f4-79fd2cc50add.html BY THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE In the wake of last week's tragic death of an infant, many in the community have had strong reactions to the incident and the events that have followed. Some have taken to social media and questioned what they have seen… Mon, 17 Aug 2026 17:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/ffe79768-e0b0-5f0f-bc00-4403bc22c042 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_ffe79768-e0b0-5f0f-bc00-4403bc22c042.html By M G McKinley Paxton Media Group The Christian County Chamber of Commerce has appointed Kelly Gates as vice president of membership and development and Chloe Dossett as director of marketing, events and member engagement, according to a news release from the chamber. Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:18:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/fcff3aa0-8b31-5ad2-9bd8-ad22b7b72a82 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_fcff3aa0-8b31-5ad2-9bd8-ad22b7b72a82.html By New Era staff MANCHESTER — A Manchester man has been arrested after human remains found in Leslie County were identified as those of a man who had been missing for 10 years. Mon, 17 Aug 2026 11:15:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/c7d50c9f-b0fa-562c-94d4-d2a242cf1c08 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_c7d50c9f-b0fa-562c-94d4-d2a242cf1c08.html By Paxton Media Group Police are looking for a tow truck operator who left the scene of a fatal collision late Friday night in Bullitt County. Sun, 16 Aug 2026 23:30:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/03f4c35b-d626-572d-97b6-968987b19c14 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_03f4c35b-d626-572d-97b6-968987b19c14.html By Paxton Media Group A man wanted for murder in the 2013 death of a woman in Christian County was taken into custody after shooting at police and then falling about 40 feet down a cliffside, Kentucky State Police said. Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:30:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/2a14cf3e-2e06-5137-9a17-d8a42489c3a8 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_2a14cf3e-2e06-5137-9a17-d8a42489c3a8.html By KARLA WARD TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE The city of Crofton attracts attention that goes far beyond the borders of the community, observes Mayor Danny Lacy. Sat, 15 Aug 2026 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/6b8b8014-7f33-5206-a047-1831db77b9f4 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/article_6b8b8014-7f33-5206-a047-1831db77b9f4.html By TONYA S. GRACE NEW ERA Staff Writer The Hopkinsville Police Department released the following reports: Sat, 15 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/09e91d17-1e52-5f3a-9063-4d97657270a7 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/crime/article_09e91d17-1e52-5f3a-9063-4d97657270a7.html With the first day of school set for Wednesday, Christian County Public Schools officials say they are focused on providing a safe and successful start to the new school year after weeks of preparation across the district. Sat, 15 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/f7264909-8bde-547d-83e2-73c545d8ddd7 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_f7264909-8bde-547d-83e2-73c545d8ddd7.html By Jenny Myers New Era Staff Writer The following indictments were released by the Christian County Circuit Court Clerk’s Office: Sat, 15 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/c1c220d7-6c63-5920-a49b-42346589de92 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_c1c220d7-6c63-5920-a49b-42346589de92.html A class-action lawsuit filed this week against Kentucky State University alleges the university fraudulently advertised that its master’s of social work program was accredited when it wasn’t. Fri, 14 Aug 2026 23:20:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/a9c10afd-cca6-53da-93a8-a5046904f9a6 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_a9c10afd-cca6-53da-93a8-a5046904f9a6.html By JESSE FRAGA TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE The University of Louisville has received a new federal designation and funding for its physician-scientist training program, placing it among top MD-PhD training programs across the United States. Fri, 14 Aug 2026 22:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/e33c9ab9-5744-5653-bd17-80a57fc1ac35 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_e33c9ab9-5744-5653-bd17-80a57fc1ac35.html By TOM LATEK KENTUCKY TODAY A former police union leader and lobbyist has been sentenced to more than two years in federal prison for wire fraud involving the Fraternal Order of Police. Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:45:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/fc925048-3e2a-5ae8-9acd-f3e5b722c735 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_fc925048-3e2a-5ae8-9acd-f3e5b722c735.html By LAUREL SWANZ TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE Following the arrest of a Marion County High School band director and teacher on charges of sexually abusing students, district officials said he has been suspended and they were “deeply disheartened” by the allegations. Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/7317bfce-f071-5359-a85e-5bf8457653e5 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_7317bfce-f071-5359-a85e-5bf8457653e5.html By VALARIE HONEYCUTT SPEARS TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE Members of the Hopkinsville-Christian County Planning Commission’s Plan Review Committee continued work Friday on proposed zoning regulations for data centers, weighing how to balance economic development with protections for nearby neighborhoods. Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:15:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/787155e0-80f2-554d-a261-7782dfc4d8af https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_787155e0-80f2-554d-a261-7782dfc4d8af.html By Jenny Myers New Era Staff Writer MADISONVILLE — A 10-month-old girl died Thursday after she was found unresponsive inside a vehicle at Multicare on South Main Street, according to a release from the Madisonville Police Department. Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:15:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/01ab2196-1631-5baa-b0e5-e0274302fd17 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_01ab2196-1631-5baa-b0e5-e0274302fd17.html By Paxton Media Group A case of measles with a high number of community exposures has been confirmed in Christian County, Kentucky Health officials confirmed on Thursday. Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:20:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/35317555-df48-52cf-a4be-196bf478f761 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/article_35317555-df48-52cf-a4be-196bf478f761.html By New Era staff Three people accused of operating an online scam that sold collectible bourbons but mailed water and juice bottles in their place were indicted by the Hopkins County Grand Jury on Tuesday. Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/4b3ee2e4-617e-55f2-babe-ac449b56844f https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_4b3ee2e4-617e-55f2-babe-ac449b56844f.html By M G McKinley Paxton Media Group Christian County Judge-Executive Jerry Gilliam shared his concerns, and those of other officials across the region, about state transportation during the most recent meeting of Christian Fiscal Court. Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/f4c47c84-a360-515a-a4f8-feec1a9c1c71 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/article_f4c47c84-a360-515a-a4f8-feec1a9c1c71.html By TONYA S. GRACE NEW ERA Staff Writer The Janice Mason Art Museum saw the installation of its new cupola on Wednesday morning in downtown Cadiz. Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/dbc6178e-8f1f-571b-a361-f5d2a6a13463 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_dbc6178e-8f1f-571b-a361-f5d2a6a13463.html By TONYA S. GRACE New Era staff writer The Todd County Grand Jury released the following reports: Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/0e5fd8aa-4830-5b8f-a132-303c1391ce36 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_0e5fd8aa-4830-5b8f-a132-303c1391ce36.html The Hopkinsville Police Department released the following reports: Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/a791bc73-7ed3-5791-ba90-b07efc12efcb https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/crime/article_a791bc73-7ed3-5791-ba90-b07efc12efcb.html A group of Kentucky lawmakers voted Tuesday to not revoke a contract with a former president of the State Fair Board that had already been voided by the Beshear administration. Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:29:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/2636a598-ec07-53b2-9d6c-3e7a500e54e2 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_2636a598-ec07-53b2-9d6c-3e7a500e54e2.html By McKENNA HORSLEY KENTUCKY LANTERN The FBI office in Indianapolis is looking for Gregory Henderson Jr., a man recently added to its Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list, who is believed to have ties to Louisville and Lexington. Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/e8667d3d-7780-571c-8e56-e40f11eac6e7 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_e8667d3d-7780-571c-8e56-e40f11eac6e7.html By TOM LATEK KENTUCKY TODAY LEXINGTON — The judge overseeing the murder case for former Letcher County Sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines has ruled he cannot be released on bond and his trial will need to be moved to another county. Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:55:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/3408d206-7c66-54c4-baeb-c5629273f94e https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_3408d206-7c66-54c4-baeb-c5629273f94e.html By TAYLOR SIX TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE LEXINGTON — A group of rising high school seniors representing more than 30 Kentucky counties gathered on the University of Kentucky’s campus this June for the 41st annual Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders (IFAL). IFAL is a leadership development program… Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:13:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/be44c4a0-79cc-5e84-9c96-d320b5978d10 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_be44c4a0-79cc-5e84-9c96-d320b5978d10.html By Jacob Rudy University of Kentucky The 18th annual Butterfly Festival will be held Sept. 5 at the War Memorial Walking Trail in Oak Grove, according to Oak Grove Tourism. Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/69d1854f-2788-52c6-ad22-f4bad9111f17 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_69d1854f-2788-52c6-ad22-f4bad9111f17.html By New Era staff After hearing pleas from preservation advocates, code enforcement officers and other officials, the Hopkinsville Code of Ordinance Enforcement Board voted Tuesday to give Men 2 Be 90 days to address safety violations involving the historic Attucks High School building, delaying… Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:25:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/3649316b-1fd0-5a63-af1e-5f78600ad382 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_3649316b-1fd0-5a63-af1e-5f78600ad382.html By Jenny Myers New Era Staff Writer As the state’s districts and schools prepare for the start of the 2026-27 school year, the Kentucky Department of Education is reminding drivers of a recent change in state law regarding when drivers must stop for school buses picking up… Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/d6282308-a49e-5e9a-a9e6-586435116d15 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_d6282308-a49e-5e9a-a9e6-586435116d15.html By New Era staff The Hopkinsville Police Department released the following reports: Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/fdc4202f-9ae7-52ec-a139-bd9df9f8f71b https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/crime/article_fdc4202f-9ae7-52ec-a139-bd9df9f8f71b.html The region's third significant heat wave has settled over the quad-state this week, with the National Weather Service office in Paducah calling for heat index values in the triple digits through at least Thursday. A heat advisory has been issued,… Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/6d903a8b-ecfa-5860-8f6a-fd4261604c0f https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_6d903a8b-ecfa-5860-8f6a-fd4261604c0f.html By New Era staff Chet Hayes thinks Kentucky has a decent bobcat population. Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/ed550cf9-f0a0-5cc8-8950-5d23c65771e5 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_ed550cf9-f0a0-5cc8-8950-5d23c65771e5.html By Liam Niemeyer Kentucky Lantern The Christian County Board of Health unanimously approved keeping the county’s public health tax rate at 0.032, or 3.2 cents per $100 of assessed value, during a special-called meeting Monday. Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:30:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/3d3eafa3-da97-522d-9b42-cb1ca83ef75e https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_3d3eafa3-da97-522d-9b42-cb1ca83ef75e.html By Jenny Myers New Era Staff Writer Almost 300 of the region’s senior residents who are receiving home-delivered meals will be receiving letters notifying them that their meals will be suspended as of Aug. 17, said Amanda Stokes, director of aging and independent living for the Pennyrile… Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:45:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/7113d334-99e7-5e4a-9212-ba53cc7561e0 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/article_7113d334-99e7-5e4a-9212-ba53cc7561e0.html By TONYA S. GRACE NEW ERA Staff Writer Ryan Tindall was at the Owensboro St. Vincent de Paul store Tuesday, browsing for unusual items, when he came across a metal mug of some significance. Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:30:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/ed97b6e2-9392-5987-9ecf-6744237efb75 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_ed97b6e2-9392-5987-9ecf-6744237efb75.html By James Mayse Paxton Media Group A Graves County Middle School teacher was arrested, accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a student. Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/3b6cbd50-33b5-5182-9da4-a33aaf983305 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_3b6cbd50-33b5-5182-9da4-a33aaf983305.html By KARLA WARD TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE MORGANFIELD, Ky. — The Kentucky State Police Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) has been requested by KSP Post 16 Henderson to investigate a trooper-involved shooting that occurred Thursday, shortly after 11 p.m. in Union County. Mon, 10 Aug 2026 11:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/0c37c290-4c6b-5b85-a621-f58bda24c56a https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_0c37c290-4c6b-5b85-a621-f58bda24c56a.html By The Messenger Staff The Hopkinsville Police Department released the following reports: Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/f724ecec-b540-5f4f-8831-052f9dc659e4 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/crime/article_f724ecec-b540-5f4f-8831-052f9dc659e4.html Kentucky is not building nearly enough homes across all incomes, to bridge the state’s housing supply gap that’s burdening some Kentuckians with severe housing costs, according to a state housing executive. Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/765d3be4-8b6f-54f6-bbd3-cc00e7ad9900 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_765d3be4-8b6f-54f6-bbd3-cc00e7ad9900.html By LIAM NIEMEYER KENTUCKY LANTERN Legislation that would ban artificial intelligence data centers on federal land threatens a $100 billion planned development in Paducah, putting one of Kentucky’s largest proposed economic projects in the crosshairs of a growing national fight over AI’s enormous electricity demand. Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/3942781e-e4be-5572-9535-1c167fab289a https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_3942781e-e4be-5572-9535-1c167fab289a.html By AUSTIN R. RAMSEY TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE The Ford Fathom will be Ford Motor Co.’s first vehicle built on its new Universal Electric Vehicle Platform — a midsize truck that’ll start at $28,350 plus $1,595 destination and come with a standard-range battery. Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/d4cee8ba-f570-58f7-8f82-e1daf70e24c9 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_d4cee8ba-f570-58f7-8f82-e1daf70e24c9.html By BREANA NOBLE TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE For the second time in history, the American Red Cross declared a national blood crisis and Kentucky is feeling the effects. Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:11:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/777f194d-9cde-5b65-a88a-31d27abaedf6 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_777f194d-9cde-5b65-a88a-31d27abaedf6.html By LAUREL SWANZ TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE Gov. Andy Beshear is expanding Kentucky’s Pre-K for All pilot program again — this time to his dad’s hometown of Dawson Springs. Fri, 07 Aug 2026 22:15:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/2875a214-819b-5352-88c4-ce5c64a0c474 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_2875a214-819b-5352-88c4-ce5c64a0c474.html By SARAH LADD KENTUCKY LANTERN FRANKFORT – Kentucky remains part of two multi-state recalls of produce grown in Mexico and used at restaurants in the U.S., which have led to outbreaks of Cyclospora and Salmonella. Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:50:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/4628e99b-7577-5ad8-a9a3-0ce0afbe5287 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_4628e99b-7577-5ad8-a9a3-0ce0afbe5287.html By KENTUCKY TODAY Hopkinsville police are investigating the death of longtime community member Charles “Birddog” Paige after he was found deceased during a welfare check at his home Friday morning on Glass Avenue. According to HPD, foul play is not suspected at this… Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:20:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/3f5a1f9d-8c4c-5616-ab3e-57201d3b293a https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_3f5a1f9d-8c4c-5616-ab3e-57201d3b293a.html The Christian County Board of Education voted Wednesday to advertise a proposed property tax rate for fiscal year 2026-27, beginning a new process required under Kentucky law before board members can adopt a final rate later this month. Thu, 06 Aug 2026 21:15:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/aaef369f-4a4e-5b6d-b9dd-46e2a084c628 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_aaef369f-4a4e-5b6d-b9dd-46e2a084c628.html By Jenny Myers New Era Staff Writer Christian County Public Schools celebrated more than the opening of a new high school Thursday as district leaders officially joined the Ford Next Generation Learning network, marking what they described as a new approach to preparing students for college, careers… Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:05:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/bf15428b-564c-5b37-8386-f05c1d696d4b https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_bf15428b-564c-5b37-8386-f05c1d696d4b.html By Jenny Myers New Era Staff Writer The Hopkinsville Police Department released the following reports: Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/23338b26-d8d4-505d-8b46-acdce3ec5278 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/crime/article_23338b26-d8d4-505d-8b46-acdce3ec5278.html The City of Cadiz is moving forward with efforts for a new apartment complex in the community. Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/9eb8ad1f-9e1c-5e07-a87d-54728b806dc6 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_9eb8ad1f-9e1c-5e07-a87d-54728b806dc6.html By TONYA S. GRACE New Era Staff Writer The 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) and United States Army Corps of Engineers (Louisville District) held a three-day planning conference last week to select the future development site for a new hangar on Campbell Army Airfield. Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/722e45e7-33c9-5dd2-bfb9-6bba08da0726 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_722e45e7-33c9-5dd2-bfb9-6bba08da0726.html By Capt. Andrew Lightsey US Army FRANKFORT — Robots are here – and sometimes they bring dinner directly to your door. Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/d43db439-3039-57f0-8648-04d9ac93e73f https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_d43db439-3039-57f0-8648-04d9ac93e73f.html By Legislative Research Commission New research — which Kentucky participated in as a trial site — shows a combination of cannabidiol and tetrahydrocannabinol can help late-stage dementia patients feel less agitation. Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/ceabf03f-1ad7-5003-8611-33cf3e57b52c https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_ceabf03f-1ad7-5003-8611-33cf3e57b52c.html By SARAH LADD KENTUCKY LANTERN New research — which Kentucky participated in as a trial site — shows a combination of cannabidiol and tetrahydrocannabinol can help late-stage dementia patients feel less agitation. Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/8c936f8c-5775-571d-a85b-24e876a0deb3 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_8c936f8c-5775-571d-a85b-24e876a0deb3.html By SARAH LADD KENTUCKY LANTERN A 17-year-old girl remains hospitalized after she was shot Monday night on Velma Drive, according to Hopkinsville police and fire officials. Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:30:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/af700509-2123-536f-84c0-78c39a7d744d https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_af700509-2123-536f-84c0-78c39a7d744d.html By New Era staff Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/265b4764-cd48-5583-9bd1-d5cf23813f42 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_265b4764-cd48-5583-9bd1-d5cf23813f42.html By Jenny Myers New Era Staff Writer General Manager Jeff Hurd of the Hopkinsville Electric System traces the beginnings of his utility’s fiber efforts for the city to nine years ago, around 2017. Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/9f14a0d3-a81a-58c5-9d5c-0d4ba92e80fb https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/article_9f14a0d3-a81a-58c5-9d5c-0d4ba92e80fb.html By TONYA S. GRACE NEW ERA Staff Writer A battery materials manufacturer will pay nearly $7.5 million to resolve allegations that it submitted inflated reimbursement claims to the U.S. Department of Energy for construction materials, labor and more to build a plant in Kentucky. Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/b4c3e986-c9b1-570e-b82b-91ae31aa2913 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_b4c3e986-c9b1-570e-b82b-91ae31aa2913.html By PIPER HANSEN TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE A hiker who fell over a waterfall and landed on a submerged rock was rescued by a “precision nighttime helicopter hoist” involving multiple agencies Friday night in a remote area near Laurel River Dam, Kentucky State Police said. Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/a1133245-5cdf-5594-82f7-124709eff34e https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_a1133245-5cdf-5594-82f7-124709eff34e.html By KARLA WARD TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE A woman who was detained by federal immigration agents at the Louisville airport a couple of weeks ago has been released from custody Friday. Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/4e463ffe-7623-5b94-9b76-ca634561b938 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_4e463ffe-7623-5b94-9b76-ca634561b938.html By McKENNA HORSLEY KENTUCKY LANTERN As politicians in Washington and Dr. Anthony Fauci butted heads over handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, a nonpartisan commission — which includes a former Kentucky governor — is pushing for better relationships between elected and public health officials. Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/2bf8f127-4ce1-58d5-81f0-ff54544ae566 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_2bf8f127-4ce1-58d5-81f0-ff54544ae566.html By SARAH LADD KENTUCKY LANTERN An injured bald eagle was recently rehabilitated and released back into the wild after a Kentucky State Police trooper helped in the rescue. Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/638d72dc-83b9-5b54-8f91-8352a9cb5e5f https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_638d72dc-83b9-5b54-8f91-8352a9cb5e5f.html By TAYLOR SIX TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE Paducah Mayor George Bray calls the former Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant in McCracken County the ideal site for a hyperscale data center. Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/890bf731-47bf-5305-8111-866488175a0e https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_890bf731-47bf-5305-8111-866488175a0e.html By Liam Niemeyer Kentucky Lantern The Christian County Sheriff’s Office released the following reports: Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/f604a713-e509-516d-a963-ca6968fc1c9d https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/crime/article_f604a713-e509-516d-a963-ca6968fc1c9d.html MADISONVILLE — Two people have been charged following a Madisonville Police Department investigation into alleged human trafficking, commercial sex activity and drug trafficking, the agency stated in a release. Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/cb711f91-76de-505d-86e2-43f82056bea5 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/state/article_cb711f91-76de-505d-86e2-43f82056bea5.html By Paxton Media Group The signage for the new John E. Walton Business Park located just outside of downtown Elkton off U.S. 68/80 was funded by a Kentucky Product Development Initiative grant. Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/62954c9d-fe93-50fb-a759-f387419688df https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/article_62954c9d-fe93-50fb-a759-f387419688df.html By TONYA S. GRACE NEW ERA Staff Writer More than 100 people gathered Sunday at Virginia Street Baptist Church not only to celebrate the history of the Eighth of August Emancipation Celebration, but to recognize the people continuing to shape that history today. Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/eadcae95-ea9a-587f-b2bb-338fe8169018 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_eadcae95-ea9a-587f-b2bb-338fe8169018.html By Jenny Myers New Era Staff Writer The City of Hopkinsville is accepting nominations for the third annual Mayor’s Community Awards, recognizing individuals, businesses and organizations whose dedication and service help strengthen the community. Mon, 03 Aug 2026 12:10:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/0c41b70e-b946-581e-a86f-a73a64b5845b https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_0c41b70e-b946-581e-a86f-a73a64b5845b.html Taste of the Town will return to downtown Hopkinsville this weekend, bringing dozens of food vendors, live entertainment and a new community 8K to Founders Square as organizers look to build on last year’s record attendance. Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:00:00 -0500 http://www.kentuckynewera.com/tncms/asset/editorial/b07a04fa-86a3-5ba7-b7ed-5c97c0a304a2 https://www.kentuckynewera.com/news/local/article_b07a04fa-86a3-5ba7-b7ed-5c97c0a304a2.html By Jenny Myers New Era Staff Writer