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.

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.

Inside the Kentucky Derby: Tradition, pageantry and big stakes at Churchill Downs | ChicagoLIVE
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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.

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.

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. 

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.

Jim Beam shutting down production at Kentucky distillery for a year

Jim Beam is shutting down production temporarily at one of its Kentucky distilleries as the whiskey industry faces tariffs and declining demand.

Arrested Kentucky DoorDasher said she was spraying ‘spider,’ not food: Sheriff

A Kentucky DoorDasher who is facing multiple felonies told detectives she was pepper spraying a spider - not her customer’s food - when she was seen on doorbell footage spraying an unknown substance.

NTSB releases first report into UPS plane crash in Kentucky that killed 14

The NTSB's preliminary report showed one of the engines broke off from the wing as the plane took off and burst into flames. The plane never made it more than 30 feet above ground level.

MD-11 planes grounded by UPS, FedEx after Kentucky crash

MD-11 planes have been grounded by UPS and FedEx following the deadly crash in Kentucky this week. Here’s what to know about the planes.