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Kentucky State Police Charges Webster County Man With Child Sexual Exploitation Offenses

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Kentucky State Police Electronic Crime Branch have arrested a Webster County man on charges related to child sexual exploitation offenses. At approximately 12:12 p.m. Tuesday, KSP arrested Joseph Lee Kellems, 32, after an undercover Internet Crimes Against Children investigation. The KSP Electronic Crime Branch began the investigation after discovering the suspect procuring a minor online. […]

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Shawneetown Bridge Inspection Begins Monday

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MADISONVILLE, Ky. (April 14, 2025) – A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet plans to begin a routine hands-on inspection of the Shawneetown Bridge from KY 56 in Union County to Illinois Highway 13 at around 9:30 a.m. Monday Lane restrictions and flaggers should be expected periodically today through Friday. Crews will be utilizing a number of techniques

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KYTC Monitoring Rising Floodwaters on U.S. 60 near Crittenden-Union County Line

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PADUCAH, Ky. (Apr. 10, 2025) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is actively monitoring rising water levels along U.S. 60 near mile point 22.5 in Crittenden County, near the Crittenden-Union County line. At this time, water has reached the edge of the roadway. After reviewing current flood levels, forecasts, and historical data from flooding in 2011, engineers

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Mills Responds to Trump’s Executive Order Regarding Kentucky’s Coal Industry

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FRANKFORT, KY (April 9, 2025) – The following is a statement from Senate Majority Caucus Chair Robby Mills, R-Henderson, regarding President Donald Trump’s executive order on Unleashing American Energy. “Coal is more than just a resource in Kentucky—it’s a way of life. I welcome President Trump’s executive order as a bold and meaningful step toward reviving

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Attorney General Coleman Encourages Kentuckians to Delete 23andMe Data

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FRANKFORT, Ky. (April 9, 2025) – Attorney General Russell Coleman issued a consumer alert and encouraged Kentuckians to protect their genetic data following 23andMe’s bankruptcy announcement. The California-based 23andMe collects and analyzes people’s genetic code and uses DNA samples for a variety of purposes, including helping people trace their ancestry and detect personal health risks. The

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City of Hopkinsville Provides Storm Recovery Update Following April 2025 Flood Event

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Hopkinsville, KY — April 7, 2025 –  In the wake of the historic storm and flooding event that brought over 13.88 inches of rain—with some areas experiencing even higher totals—Hopkinsville and Christian County are now focused on coordinated recovery and clean-up efforts. Rainfall & Impact Between April 3–5, Hopkinsville experienced record rainfall, with accumulation between

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ORX Section 1: Traffic News and Updates

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There are several traffic restrictions underway or upcoming in the next several weeks, including some extended restrictions. Restrictions Currently Underway Southbound US 41 Lane RestrictionA single-lane restriction on southbound US 41 from KY 351 to Audubon Parkway started around March 10 and is expected to be in place through at least the end of May to construct

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KSP seeking tips in cold case involving missing Hopkins County man

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MADISONVILLE Ky. – Sunday marked 28 years since Charles C. Massey went missing in Hopkins County. In wake of the anniversary, Kentucky State Police Post 2 is requesting any information from the public relevant to this cold case. Charles C. Massey, 29 when he went missing in 1997, of Madisonville, was last seen delivering Easter

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Attorney General Coleman Announces $19.8 Million in Grants to Combat Drug Scourge

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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (March. 27, 2025) – The Kentucky Attorney General’s Office has announced more than $19.8 million was awarded to 75 Kentucky organizations to combat the opioid and drug epidemic throughout the Commonwealth. On Tuesday, the Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission approved the grant applications in two categories: Treatment/Recovery and Prevention. Since its creation in 2021

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League of Women Voters of Kentucky holding rally in Frankfort Friday

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FRANKFORT, KY—The League of Women Voters of Kentucky is calling on all League members, friends, and citizen advocacy groups to unite for the Democracy Principle Rally in the Capitol Rotunda on Friday, March 28, 2025. This rally is an important stand for democracy, highlighting that the 2025 legislative session has done little to address the

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RiverValley Behavioral Health Recognized as a 2025 Best Place to Work in Kentucky

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RiverValley Behavioral Health has been selected as one of the 2025 Best Places to Work in Kentucky by the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce. This prestigious recognition highlights the company’s commitment to fostering an exceptional workplace environment and providing outstanding opportunities for its employees, according to a news release. RiverValley was selected for this honor based

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RiverValley Behavioral Health Awarded $1.5 Million to Expand 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Chat and Text Services

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RiverValley Behavioral Health has been awarded $1.5 million by the Kentucky Department of Behavioral Health to enhance the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline network. This funding will enable the expansion of 24/7 chat and text services across Kentucky, improving access to critical mental health and crisis support for individuals throughout the state, according to a

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CSX plans to block U.S. 41 near Henderson-Webster County line to repair railroad crossing

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CSX plans to block U.S. 41 near the Henderson-Webster County line on Tuesday to make repairs to a railroad crossing for the Century Aluminum spur line. The road is expected to be blocked at the 0.1-mile-point from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 18. There will be a marked detour in place. Northbound traffic

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Henderson County woman charged with manslaughter

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A Henderson County woman has been charged with manslaughter in connection with a shooting death. Henderson County Sheriff’s Department deputies and detectives responded to a residence in the 4000 block of Rudy Road at about 11 p.m. Monday, March 10, 2025, in reference to a man who was deceased due to unknown circumstances. Officers found

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