Saturday, May 25 2013 10:18 AM EDT2013-05-25 14:18:36 GMT
Jason Ellis (Source: Bardstown Police)
K-9 Officer Jason Ellis, 33, was shot and killed on the ramp of Exit 34 from the Bluegrass Parkway to Highway 55 in Nelson County early Saturday morning.
K-9 Officer Jason Ellis, 33, was shot and killed on the ramp of Exit 34 from the Bluegrass Parkway to Highway 55 in Nelson County early Saturday morning.
Health officials, health care workers and drug control professionals are talking about the problems surrounding Kentucky babies who are born addicted to drugs.
Health officials, health care workers and drug control professionals are talking about the problems surrounding Kentucky babies who are born addicted to drugs.
Government health officials are investigating several health problems reported with potentially contaminated medications made by a Tennessee specialty pharmacy.
Health officials are investigating cases involving patients who suffered complications after being injected with potentially contaminated medications made by a Tennessee specialty pharmacy.
Friday, May 24 2013 11:49 AM EDT2013-05-24 15:49:49 GMT
Postal Service employees who have driven more than a million-accident-free miles are offering safety tips to those hitting the road this Memorial Day weekend.
Postal Service employees who have driven more than a million-accident-free miles are offering safety tips to those hitting the road this Memorial Day weekend.
Friday, May 24 2013 4:20 AM EDT2013-05-24 08:20:24 GMT
Kentucky's Transportation Cabinet and a Laurel County resident have been recognized for their efforts to restore rather than replace a landmark bridge.
Kentucky's Transportation Cabinet and a Laurel County resident have been recognized for their efforts to restore rather than replace a landmark bridge.
Thursday, May 23 2013 10:57 AM EDT2013-05-23 14:57:35 GMT
Firefighters in a Kentucky town that is still rebuilding after being devastated by tornadoes last year are collecting goods to send to tornado victims in Oklahoma.
Firefighters in a Kentucky town that is still rebuilding after being devastated by tornadoes last year are collecting goods to send to tornado victims in Oklahoma.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 7:54 PM EDT2013-05-22 23:54:34 GMT
A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is gearing up for a repair project on the U.S. 51 Ohio River Bridge between Wickliffe, Ky., and Cairo, Ill., that will impact truck traffic this summer.According to KYTC, trucks will be have to be rerouted for approximately 70 days beginning after June 24.KYTC District 1 spokesman Keith Todd said the agency wants truckers and suppliers who depend in the bridge to be aware of the coming project.“This project involves repairs on bridge deck s...
A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is gearing up for a repair project on the U.S. 51 Ohio River Bridge between Wickliffe, Ky., and Cairo, Ill., that will impact truck traffic this summer.According to KYTC, trucks will be have to be rerouted for approximately 70 days beginning after June 24.KYTC District 1 spokesman Keith Todd said the agency wants truckers and suppliers who depend in the bridge to be aware of the coming project.“This project involves repairs on bridge deck s...
Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:23 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:23:56 GMT
Police in western Kentucky say a 13-year-old boy has been charged with assault in connection with a playground attack that sent another boy to the hospital.
Police in western Kentucky say a 13-year-old boy has been charged with assault in connection with a playground attack that sent another boy to the hospital.
A 13-year-old has been charged with fourth-degree assault in connection with an incident Sunday evening on the playground of a local elementary school.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 2:39 PM EDT2013-05-22 18:39:34 GMT
Families and friends will be meeting loved ones this week at Fort Campbell, where more soldier are returning to the post on the Kentucky-Tennessee from Afghanistan.
Families and friends will be meeting loved ones this week at Fort Campbell, where more soldier are returning to the post on the Kentucky-Tennessee from Afghanistan.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:30 AM EDT2013-05-21 15:30:27 GMT
(Source: Kentucky Transportation Cabinet)
About 80 citizens from Kentucky, Illinois and Missouri attended a public meeting tonight to provide input for a study on the US 51 Ohio River Bridge between Wickliffe, Ky., and Cairo, Ill.
About 80 citizens from Kentucky, Illinois and Missouri attended a public meeting tonight to provide input for a study on the US 51 Ohio River Bridge between Wickliffe, Ky., and Cairo, Ill.
The Paducah Police Department Honor Guard had the privelege of presenting the colors prior to the St. Louis Cardinals baseball game Sunday afternoon at Busch Stadium.
Monday, May 20 2013 11:56 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:56:18 GMT
Federal prosecutors say former Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Richie Farmer's "unwarranted sense of entitlement" goes beyond what he's been charged with.
Federal prosecutors say former Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Richie Farmer's "unwarranted sense of entitlement" goes beyond what he's been charged with.
Monday, May 20 2013 11:53 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:53:34 GMT
A judge will rule "as soon as possible" on a motion to dismiss a lawsuit challenging the legality of the Kentucky Health Benefits Exchange that Gov. Steve Beshear created last year by executive order.
A judge will rule "as soon as possible" on a motion to dismiss a lawsuit challenging the legality of the Kentucky Health Benefits Exchange that Gov. Steve Beshear created last year by executive order.
Monday, May 20 2013 4:17 AM EDT2013-05-20 08:17:22 GMT
Kentucky law enforcement officers are beginning a week of traffic patrols for the Memorial Day holiday focusing on making sure motorists are wearing seat belts.
Kentucky law enforcement officers are beginning a week of traffic patrols for the Memorial Day holiday focusing on making sure motorists are wearing seat belts.
Saturday, May 18 2013 8:10 AM EDT2013-05-18 12:10:34 GMT
A Kevil man is in hot water with the law after allegedly stealing a boat and running from police. McCracken County deputies say 39-year-old Daniel Clayton stole an aluminum boat from a home on old Mayfield
A Kevil man is in hot water with the law after allegedly stealing a boat and running from police.
Friday, May 17 2013 9:51 PM EDT2013-05-18 01:51:32 GMT
A single vehicle crash on the Purchase Parkway sent two Graves County residents to the hospital on Friday afternoon.At around 2:10 p.m. on Friday, the Graves County Sheriff's Office says Tonya Tyler was
A single vehicle crash on the Purchase Parkway sent two Graves County residents to the hospital on Friday afternoon.
Friday, May 17 2013 4:48 PM EDT2013-05-17 20:48:55 GMT
A federal appeals court has ruled that anyone serving prison time in a crack cocaine case should get a new sentence under a law lessening the sentences for offenders.
A federal appeals court has ruled that anyone serving prison time in a crack cocaine case should get a new sentence under a law lessening the sentences for offenders.
Friday, May 17 2013 9:36 AM EDT2013-05-17 13:36:37 GMT
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) - A U.S. Army spokesman says one member of the U.S. Navy was killed and several others injured during a training exercise at the Fort Knox, Ky., Army post. Fort Knox spokesman Ryan
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) - A U.S. Army spokesman says one member of the U.S. Navy was killed and several others injured during a training exercise at the Fort Knox, Ky., Army post. Fort Knox spokesman Ryan
Thursday, May 16 2013 7:30 PM EDT2013-05-16 23:30:05 GMT
Robin Drum admits she's had a hard time dealing with her oldest daughter's death. Just a few short weeks ago a chance search on the Internet revealed a surprising path to justice.
Robin Drum admits she's had a hard time dealing with her oldest daughter's death. Just a few short weeks ago a chance search on the Internet revealed a surprising path to justice.
Thursday, May 16 2013 1:35 PM EDT2013-05-16 17:35:41 GMT
The state attorney general's office says it is reviewing a request from officials in western Kentucky to investigate hundreds of zone changes after allegations that they weren't properly approved.
The state attorney general's office says it is reviewing a request from officials in western Kentucky to investigate hundreds of zone changes after allegations that they weren't properly approved.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:44 PM EDT2013-05-15 21:44:43 GMT
Gov. Steve Beshear says he's part of efforts to recruit a Democrat to challenge Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell in next year's election in Kentucky.
Gov. Steve Beshear says he's part of efforts to recruit a Democrat to challenge Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell in next year's election in Kentucky.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 7:40 PM EDT2013-05-14 23:40:46 GMT
The National Transportation Safety Board is expected to reveal what caused a cargo ship to slam into a western Kentucky bridge over the Tennessee River.
Federal investigators have concluded that the crew of a cargo ship ignored radioed and visual warnings about lights being out on a bridge in the moments leading up to a wreck.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 1:46 PM EDT2013-05-14 17:46:46 GMT
The National Transportation Safety Board is expected to reveal what caused a cargo ship to slam into a western Kentucky bridge over the Tennessee River.
The National Transportation Safety Board is expected to reveal what caused a cargo ship to slam into a western Kentucky bridge over the Tennessee River.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 7:02 AM EDT2013-05-14 11:02:44 GMT
5KFVS Packet Pick up (and other important info.) Friday, May 17 4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Saturday , May 18 6:30 a.m.-8 a.m. South Main Street (in front of Hutson's, downtown Cape Girardeau) You may
Tuesday, May 14 2013 4:17 AM EDT2013-05-14 08:17:10 GMT
Musicians who were featured in the movie "Lincoln" are scheduled to perform later this month at the Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park near Hodgenville in central Kentucky.
Musicians who were featured in the movie "Lincoln" are scheduled to perform later this month at the Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park near Hodgenville in central Kentucky.
Monday, May 13 2013 3:44 PM EDT2013-05-13 19:44:10 GMT
A federal judge has approved a $40 million class-action settlement between Skechers USA Inc. and consumers who bought toning shoes after ads made unfounded claims that the footwear would help people lose weight and...
A federal judge has approved a $40 million class-action settlement between Skechers USA Inc. and consumers who bought toning shoes after ads made unfounded claims that the footwear would help people lose weight and strengthen muscles.
Sunday, May 12 2013 7:31 PM EDT2013-05-12 23:31:33 GMT
Family and friends are gathering in Monroe for the funeral of a 33-year-old navigator who was one of seven Americans killed when a civilian cargo plane crashed while taking off from an air base in Afghanistan.
Family and friends have gathered in Monroe for the funeral of a 33-year-old navigator who was one of seven Americans killed when a civilian cargo plane crashed on takeoff from Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan.
Sunday, May 12 2013 10:07 AM EDT2013-05-12 14:07:08 GMT
A husband and wife are behind bars after shots are fired and police learn a child in their care is allegedly drunk.Kentucky State Police say it happened in Livingston County Friday night. Someone called
A husband and wife are behind bars after shots are fired and police learn a child in their care is allegedly drunk.
Authorities say an Illinois man who led police on a chase in Missouri was shot and killed by officers after he suddenly accelerated his car and pointed a gun at the law enforcers.
Authorities say an Illinois man who led police on a chase in Missouri was shot and killed by officers after he suddenly accelerated his car and pointed a gun at the law enforcers.
Sunday, May 12 2013 12:18 AM EDT2013-05-12 04:18:17 GMT
BALLARD COUNTY, KY (KFVS) - The US60/US51/KY62 Ohio River Bridge, also known as the Cairo Bridge, has been reopened after it was hit by a barge Saturday evening. According to Keith Todd, Public Information
The US60/US51/KY62 Ohio River Bridge, also known as the Cairo Bridge, has been reopened after it was hit by a barge Saturday evening.
Saturday, May 11 2013 10:58 PM EDT2013-05-12 02:58:09 GMT
The grandparents of a Kentucky toddler who was accidentally shot by her 5-year-old brother say they don't believe young children should have access to guns.
The grandparents of a Kentucky toddler who was accidentally shot by her 5-year-old brother say they don't believe young children should have access to guns.
Saturday, May 11 2013 12:16 PM EDT2013-05-11 16:16:32 GMT
A Franklin County farmhouse that dates back to the 1800s is being considered for a historic designation as an example of how average Kentuckians have lived.
A Franklin County farmhouse that dates back to the 1800s is being considered for a historic designation as an example of how average Kentuckians have lived.
Saturday, May 11 2013 8:47 AM EDT2013-05-11 12:47:35 GMT
Heartland universities are bustling with moms, dads and grads preparing for commencement ceremonies. This afternoon, 1,333 Southeast Missouri State University students will receive their degrees at the
Heartland universities are bustling with moms, dads and grads preparing for commencement ceremonies.
Friday, May 10 2013 4:31 PM EDT2013-05-10 20:31:52 GMT
The National Transportation Safety Board will hold a public hearing about the collapse of a western Kentucky bridge over the Tennessee River after a cargo ship struck it.
The National Transportation Safety Board will hold a public hearing about the collapse of a western Kentucky bridge over the Tennessee River after a cargo ship struck it.
Friday, May 10 2013 1:28 PM EDT2013-05-10 17:28:37 GMT
The wet start to the corn planting season may reduce the amount each acre produces this year, but farmers are planting so much corn they're still likely to bring in a record crop.
The wet start to the corn planting season may reduce the amount each acre produces this year, but farmers are planting so much corn they're still likely to bring in a record crop.
Friday, May 10 2013 11:12 AM EDT2013-05-10 15:12:25 GMT
Some members of Kentucky's biggest school district met with members of the state's biggest church to discuss bringing Christian morals and values to Jefferson County Public Schools.
Some members of Kentucky's biggest school district met with members of the state's biggest church to discuss bringing Christian morals and values to Jefferson County Public Schools.
Thursday, May 9 2013 7:25 PM EDT2013-05-09 23:25:58 GMT
It's spreading across the country, and no one really knows how to stop it. A deadly, incurable disease threatens our wildlife. It could impact you, whether you enjoy the great outdoors or not. Chronic
It's spreading across the country, and no one really knows how to stop it. A deadly, incurable disease threatens our wildlife. It could impact you, whether you enjoy the great outdoors or not.
Thursday, May 9 2013 11:16 AM EDT2013-05-09 15:16:57 GMT
Officials in western Kentucky are asking the state attorney general's office to investigate hundreds of zone changes after allegations that they weren't properly approved.
Officials in western Kentucky are asking the state attorney general's office to investigate hundreds of zone changes after allegations that they weren't properly approved.
Thursday, May 9 2013 9:09 AM EDT2013-05-09 13:09:17 GMT
Gov. Steve Beshear has scheduled a news conference Thursday afternoon to announce whether he will expand Kentucky's Medicaid program to cover hundreds of thousands of additional people.
Gov. Steve Beshear has scheduled a news conference Thursday afternoon to announce whether he will expand Kentucky's Medicaid program to cover hundreds of thousands of additional people.
Wednesday, May 8 2013 4:55 PM EDT2013-05-08 20:55:23 GMT
The chairman of the Murray State University board of regents is asking the board to vote again on extending President Randy Dunn's contract, which expires next year.
The chairman of the Murray State University board of regents is asking the board to vote again on extending President Randy Dunn's contract, which expires next year.
Wednesday, May 8 2013 12:10 PM EDT2013-05-08 16:10:34 GMT
A former police chief was indicted by the Weakley County grand jury on stealing charges Monday following an investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI).
A former police chief was indicted by the Weakley County grand jury on stealing charges Monday following an investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI).
Tuesday, May 7 2013 7:06 PM EDT2013-05-07 23:06:50 GMT
Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear has announced the beginning of work on the first phase of a project to build two needed bridges paving the way to Land Between The Lakes.
Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear has announced the beginning of work on the first phase of a project to build two needed bridges paving the way to Land Between The Lakes.
Tuesday, May 7 2013 4:16 AM EDT2013-05-07 08:16:43 GMT
For the second year in a row, Carol Martin Gatton Academy of Mathematics and Science at Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green has been named the best high school in America.
For the second year in a row, Carol Martin Gatton Academy of Mathematics and Science at Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green has been named the best high school in America by a national news magazine.
Saturday, May 4 2013 1:28 PM EDT2013-05-04 17:28:40 GMT
With the latest round of rainfall hitting our area, rivers are on the rise once again. Here is a breakdown of rivers are at risk of flooding and who got the most rainfall amounts.
With the latest round of rainfall hitting our area, rivers are on the rise once again. Here is a breakdown of rivers are at risk of flooding and who got the most rainfall amounts.
Saturday, May 25 2013 10:38 AM EDT2013-05-25 14:38:46 GMT
Illinois State Police are the scene of a car wreck on U.S. 51 near DuQuoin.Du Quoin State Police and the Perry County Sheriff's Office tells us U.S. 51 is shut down near Highway 14.
Illinois State Police are the scene of a car wreck on U.S. 51 near Du Quoin.
Saturday, May 25 2013 10:18 AM EDT2013-05-25 14:18:36 GMT
Jason Ellis (Source: Bardstown Police)
K-9 Officer Jason Ellis, 33, was shot and killed on the ramp of Exit 34 from the Bluegrass Parkway to Highway 55 in Nelson County early Saturday morning.
K-9 Officer Jason Ellis, 33, was shot and killed on the ramp of Exit 34 from the Bluegrass Parkway to Highway 55 in Nelson County early Saturday morning.
Health officials, health care workers and drug control professionals are talking about the problems surrounding Kentucky babies who are born addicted to drugs.
Health officials, health care workers and drug control professionals are talking about the problems surrounding Kentucky babies who are born addicted to drugs.
Delightful Quality held off Sure Route by a nose yesterday in the $72,520 allowance feature for fillies and mares at Belmont Park. Javier Castellano guided the 4-year-old trained by Tom Albertrani to her second win in seven...
Joey Votto extended his hitting streak to 12 games with a homer, and Ryan Hanigan and Brandon Phillips also homered on Friday night, powering the Cincinnati Reds to their fourth straight win, 7-4 over the Chicago...
Joey Votto extended his hitting streak to 12 games with a homer, and Ryan Hanigan and Brandon Phillips also homered on Friday night, powering the Cincinnati Reds to their fourth straight win, 7-4 over the Chicago Cubs.
Tyler Beede allowed two hits in 7-1/3 innings and Vanderbilt advanced to the semifinals of the Southeastern Conference baseball tournament with a 3-0 victory over Texas A&M Friday night in an elimination game.
Tyler Beede allowed two hits in 7-1/3 innings and Vanderbilt advanced to the semifinals of the Southeastern Conference baseball tournament with a 3-0 victory over Texas A&M Friday night in an elimination game.
Health officials, health care workers and drug control professionals are talking about the problems surrounding Kentucky babies who are born addicted to drugs.
Health officials, health care workers and drug control professionals are talking about the problems surrounding Kentucky babies who are born addicted to drugs.
HIGHLAND HEIGHTS, Ky. (AP) - A newspaper report reveals that nearly 100 bridges in the northern Kentucky-Cincinnati region need attention due to age or defects. The Kentucky Enquirer cited information from a national...
Delightful Quality held off Sure Route by a nose yesterday in the $72,520 allowance feature for fillies and mares at Belmont Park. Javier Castellano guided the 4-year-old trained by Tom Albertrani to her second win in seven...
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After their 2-year-old son died of untreated pneumonia in 2009, faith-healing advocates Herbert and Catherine Schaible promised a judge they would not let another sick child go without medical care.
After their 2-year-old son died of untreated pneumonia in 2009, faith-healing advocates Herbert and Catherine Schaible promised a judge they would not let another sick child go without medical care.
Saturday, May 25 2013 7:00 AM EDT2013-05-25 11:00:14 GMT
(KTXL/CNN) - A California man scarfed down more than 11 pounds of apple pie ... and somehow lived to tell the tale. Jamie "The Bear" McDonald consumed two giant apple pies in an attempt to break two world
Authorities say they have found a child's body believed to be that of an 18-month-old girl as they continue to investigate a series of Kansas farm deaths.
A body recovered amid an intensive search is believed to be that of a missing 18-month-old girl whose mother was found dead along with two men on a Kansas farm days ago, authorities said Sunday.
Dan Sligh and his wife were in their pickup truck on Interstate 5 heading to a camping trip when a bridge before them disappeared in a "big puff of dust."
The trucker was hauling drilling equipment when his load bumped against the steel framework over an Interstate 5 bridge. He looked in his rearview mirror and watched in horror as the span collapsed into the water behind him....
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