A Madisonville man has been charged with murder in connection with a baby’s death. Madisonville Police Department said that emergency services responded at 9:43 a.m. Oct. 2 to a residence on Couch Street in Madisonville for a report of a two-month-old that was not breathing. The child lived with his mother, aunt, two other children, […]
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A Henderson County motorcyclist was killed Sunday evening after his bike struck a deer. Henderson County Sheriff Chip Stauffer said that a motorcyclist hit a deer at approximately 6:55 p.m. Sunday in the 12000 block of U.S. 41-A. The Henderson County Coroner’s Office pronounced the 54-year-old Henderson County man dead at the scene. Authorities have
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Students in Kentucky achieved mixed results in statewide testing, with math scores improving among older students but across-the-board struggles in science raising concerns, the state reported Thursday. The percentage of middle and high school students considered proficient or distinguished in math rose but did not change in elementary schools, according to
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Industry is driving job creation throughout the commonwealth FRANKFORT, Ky. (Oct. 2, 2024) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear highlighted October as Manufacturing Month in Kentucky as the industry continues to be a key factor in Kentucky’s record economic growth and job creation with more than 6,000 facilities statewide employing over 260,000 Kentuckians. “Kentucky plays an important
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (Oct. 1, 2024) – Gov. Andy Beshear encourages Kentuckians to work together to ensure our roadways are safe for everyone. “October is National Pedestrian Safety Month, and we’re asking everyone to do their part to watch out for each other on the roads,” said Gov. Beshear. “If drivers and pedestrians alike look out
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A Madisonville couple is accused of abusing and keeping their 11-year-old child confined. The Department of Child Based Services contacted Madisonville Police Department on Tuesday to assist with a home visit in reference to a report of neglect/abuse. The original complainant advised that an 11-year-old child lived at the residence and had been “grounded” since
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HENDERSON, Ky. (Sept. 25, 2024) — Autumn Has arrived in Kentucky, bringing cooler temperatures and colorful foliage to the commonwealth. The Kentucky State Police (KSP) wants to remind motorists that fall is the peak season for deer-related crashes. Drivers need to be mindful of the increased dangers deer can create on Kentucky roads. “It’s essential for drivers
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The sheriff accused of killing a judge was arraigned Wednesday in Letcher County District Court. Letcher County Sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines, 43, was arraigned for a criminal charge of first-degree murder, according to the Kentucky Attorney General’s office. Stines was arraigned virtually before a special judge from Carter County. He will next appear in court
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HENDERSON, Ky. (Sept. 20, 2024) – The Kentucky State Police (KSP) honored 55 troopers and officers who are dedicated to protecting Kentucky’s 120 counties with a mission of creating a safer commonwealth for future generations during the 2023 Sworn Awards. The awards presented were for heroic acts of service that occurred in 2023. KSP has
BREMEN, Ky. Kentucky State Police are investigating a fatal collision at a train crossing that killed a Providence woman Thursday afternoon. At approximately 4:42 p.m. Thursday, the Muhlenberg County Sheriff’s Department requested KSP Post 2 investigate a fatal collision on Kentucky 70 about eight miles east of Madisonville. A preliminary investigation revealed that Roxana Allison, 37,
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HENDERSON, KY — August 28, 2024 — Matthew 25 AIDS Services, Inc. (M25), a leading advocate for individuals living with HIV in Western Kentucky, is proud to announce it has been awarded a $3 million cooperative agreement grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This substantial funding, allocated over five years, will
OWENSBORO, Ky. (Aug. 27, 2024) – Philip Morris International Inc. has announced its Swedish Match affiliate will expand its presence in Daviess County creating 450 direct jobs with a $232 million investment. Tuesday’s announcement was also the 5th largest investment project supported by Kentucky this year, according to the governor’s office. “I’m excited to see this
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MADISONVILLE, Ky. (August 26, 2024) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet plans to block the Interstate 165 northbound ramp onto U.S. 60 westbound in Owensboro on Tuesday, August 27 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. to install new signage. Motorists are asked to use the I-165 ramp to eastbound U.S. 60 for the duration of the blockage. From there
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OWENSBORO, Ky. – Kentucky State Police have arrested an Owensboro man in connection with drug trafficking charges. Troopers executed a search warrant at a residence in the 300 block of Maple Street in Owensboro at around 9:30 a.m. Thursday. Troopers located large bags of suspected methamphetamine, counterfeit Percocet pills believed to be Fentanyl, synthetic marijuana, marijuana,
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MADISONVILLE, Ky. – Lane restrictions on the southbound U.S. 41 bridge planned for 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, August 22, 2024 will be extended until 5 p.m. after inspectors noticed issues with a beam during the ongoing biannual inspection on Wednesday. Extension of the single lane restriction by three hours will allow the Kentucky
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