Man found insane in 6-year-old's killing released from Kentucky prison
A Kentucky father is speaking out after Ronald Exantus, the man found not guilty by reason of insanity in the 2015 stabbing death of his 6-year-old son, Logan Tipton, was released from prison after completing his sentence.
A Kentucky father is speaking out after Ronald Exantus, the man found not guilty by reason of insanity in the 2015 stabbing death of his 6-year-old son, Logan Tipton, was released from prison after completing his sentence.
Governor to Mitch McConnell: 'Address the people of Kentucky ... or resign'
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear is calling on Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell to either prove he’s able to fulfill his duties after a long hospital stay or resign from office.
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear is calling on Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell to either prove he’s able to fulfill his duties after a long hospital stay or resign from office.
Kentucky family awarded record settlement against gun dealer
A ghost gun organization has been ordered to pay more than $100 million to a Kentucky family after the death of a teenager who bought a pistol-building kit online from the company.
A ghost gun organization has been ordered to pay more than $100 million to a Kentucky family after the death of a teenager who bought a pistol-building kit online from the company.
Sen. Mitch McConnell taken to the hospital
Senator Mitch McConnell was taken to the hospital on Sunday morning, according to his office.
Senator Mitch McConnell was taken to the hospital on Sunday morning, according to his office.
Kentucky football mourns Nic Smith after defensive lineman found dead on campus
Nic Smith, a defensive lineman for Kentucky, has died, the program announced. He was 20.
Nic Smith, a defensive lineman for Kentucky, has died, the program announced. He was 20.
Kentucky social media settlement: Meta reportedly paying $27M to settle addiction case
Meta platforms are reportedly paying $27 million to settle a social media addiction case in Kentucky, Reuters reported.
Meta platforms are reportedly paying $27 million to settle a social media addiction case in Kentucky, Reuters reported.
Remains found in 1992 disappearance case as husband, mother-in-law charged
Human remains believed to be connected to the decades-old disappearance of Anna Manning have been discovered in Boyle County, Kentucky, authorities said.
Human remains believed to be connected to the decades-old disappearance of Anna Manning have been discovered in Boyle County, Kentucky, authorities said.
Rep. Massie Kentucky primary loss is victory for Trump
A loss for a Republican Kentucky congressman in Tuesday night’s primary was a victory for President Trump, after the two have been at odds for years.
A loss for a Republican Kentucky congressman in Tuesday night’s primary was a victory for President Trump, after the two have been at odds for years.
New video of deadly UPS plane crash shows engine flying off upon takeoff
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) released new video showing the moment an engine flew off a UPS plane before it crashed.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) released new video showing the moment an engine flew off a UPS plane before it crashed.
Mom charged after toddler found with tattoo in ‘deplorable’ home: police
Kentucky authorities arrested a woman accused of giving her 22-month-old child a tattoo.
Kentucky authorities arrested a woman accused of giving her 22-month-old child a tattoo.
Kentucky man enters insanity plea after admitting to beating his grandmother to death in recorded attack
A 19-year-old man admitted to brutally killing his grandmother in Kentucky, pleading guilty but mentally ill in court. He faces 20 years to life in prison.
A 19-year-old man admitted to brutally killing his grandmother in Kentucky, pleading guilty but mentally ill in court. He faces 20 years to life in prison.
Kentucky teen charged in deadly bank robbery after high-speed chase
An 18-year-old Kentucky man, identified as Brailen Weaver, has been charged by federal investigators in connection with a deadly bank robbery in Berea that left two people dead.
An 18-year-old Kentucky man, identified as Brailen Weaver, has been charged by federal investigators in connection with a deadly bank robbery in Berea that left two people dead.
Kentucky Derby 2026 winner: Golden Tempo races to historic win for trainer
Golden Tempo came charging from the back of the field at Churchill Downs and took the lead when it counted to win the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby.
Golden Tempo came charging from the back of the field at Churchill Downs and took the lead when it counted to win the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby.
Inside the Kentucky Derby: Tradition, pageantry and big stakes at Churchill Downs | ChicagoLIVE
Darren Rogers of Churchill Downs joined ChicagoLIVE to break down what makes Kentucky Derby weekend such a massive event, from the traditions and pageantry to the huge crowds and high-demand tickets. He also shared why the Derby continues to be a bucket-list experience for fans across the country.
Darren Rogers of Churchill Downs joined ChicagoLIVE to break down what makes Kentucky Derby weekend such a massive event, from the traditions and pageantry to the huge crowds and high-demand tickets. He also shared why the Derby continues to be a bucket-list experience for fans across the country.
Former Chicago police officer shot and killed in line of duty in Kentucky
A former Chicago police officer turned Kentucky deputy has died after being shot in the line of duty.
A former Chicago police officer turned Kentucky deputy has died after being shot in the line of duty.
Woman crushed to death by garbage truck claw, family's attorney says
Tyrah Adams of Kentucky died Feb. 12 after being crushed by a garbage truck’s grappler claw while a waste crew cleared an alley, her family’s attorney said.
Tyrah Adams of Kentucky died Feb. 12 after being crushed by a garbage truck’s grappler claw while a waste crew cleared an alley, her family’s attorney said.
Louisville to pay $800K after Christian photographer beats law forcing her to shoot same-sex weddings
The city of Louisville, Kentucky, has agreed to pay $800,000 in attorney fees as part of a settlement with a Christian photographer after years of litigation over a nondiscrimination provision in a local law she was concerned would make her violate her faith.
The city of Louisville, Kentucky, has agreed to pay $800,000 in attorney fees as part of a settlement with a Christian photographer after years of litigation over a nondiscrimination provision in a local law she was concerned would make her violate her faith.
Ex-Kentucky cheerleader indicted in newborn’s death
Former University of Kentucky student athlete Laken Snelling, 21, was indicted on a first-degree manslaughter charge and other felonies after her newborn son was found dead in a closet last August.
Former University of Kentucky student athlete Laken Snelling, 21, was indicted on a first-degree manslaughter charge and other felonies after her newborn son was found dead in a closet last August.
Man confesses to killing 7-year-old while on the lam after DNA links him to 30-year cold case: authorities
A man who was an escaped fugitive at the time of a 7-year-old Kentucky girl's abduction has been charged in her killing 30 years later, according to authorities.
A man who was an escaped fugitive at the time of a 7-year-old Kentucky girl's abduction has been charged in her killing 30 years later, according to authorities.
UPS retires MD-11 fleet after deadly Louisville crash | ChicagoLIVE
UPS announced it has retired its McDonnell Douglas MD-11 cargo planes following a fatal crash in Louisville.
UPS announced it has retired its McDonnell Douglas MD-11 cargo planes following a fatal crash in Louisville.