State issues health alert following rise in mosquito-borne illnesses, including West Nile Virus

(LEX 18) — The Kentucky Department for Public Health has issued a statewide Health Alert due to a rise in mosquito-borne illnesses, including West Nile Virus and La Crosse encephalitis virus. On Tuesday, health officials confirmed 19 cases of West...

Price spikes set to leave thousands of Kentuckians without health insurance, advocates say

While some Kentucky Republicans in Congress accuse Democrats of shutting down the government to get “free health care for illegal aliens,” advocates are warning that thousands of U.S. citizens in Kentucky will be unable to afford health insurance...

Kentuckians Caught in the Crossfire: Health care at risk amid Shutdown Standoff

While some Kentucky Republicans in Congress accuse Democrats of shutting down the government to get “free health care for illegal aliens,” advocates are warning that thousands of U.S. citizens in Kentucky will no longer be able to afford health...

Kentucky health experts push back on Trump claim linking Tylenol use and autism

Some Kentucky health experts are pushing back against the Trump administration’s claim that Tylenol use during pregnancy increases risk of autism in children. The administration suggested a link last week despite no clear scientific evidence....

Kentucky man admits living with wife's body for days

A Kentucky man pleaded guilty to abuse of a corpse after living with his wife's body for about a week. The man sent text messages from his deceased wife's phone to her family, pretending to be her. He told police he did not call 911 because he...

When You Should Stop Mowing Your Lawn This Fall for Healthier Grass Next Spring

Key Takeaways Continue mowing while grass is growing, cutting only one-third of its height each time. For cool-season grass, mow until growth stops, ending at 3–4 inches tall. Raise mower height for warm-season grass in fall and mow if needed for...

Government shutdown coincides with SNAP benefit changes. What it means for Kentucky

New SNAP benefits, including larger monthly payments, went into effect on October 1 due to cost-of-living adjustments. A government shutdown is not expected to cause immediate changes to SNAP benefits, as funding is paid out a month in advance. If...

Kentucky man arrested after attempting a social media trick that sent his baby to hospital

The two-month-old infant is currently at a Louisville hospital recovering from multiple rib fractures. HARDIN COUNTY, Kentucky — A Kentucky man is behind bars after he tried a social media trick on his two-month-old infant that sent the baby to...

Missing Nelson County hunter found, airlifted to hospital after search party formed

BOSTON, Ky. (WAVE) - Nelson County Emergency Management posted that the search for a missing hunter was successful. At 8:20 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 2, dispatch received a call for a missing hunter in the area of Shady Lane in Boston. Multiple...

Kentucky adds clean energy jobs but Trump policies threaten continued growth, says report

Clean energy jobs continued to grow in Kentucky last year, though at a slower pace, according to an annual report focusing on the economic impact of such jobs. Kentucky ranked 28th in the country for clean energy employment with more than 40,000...

Kentucky Cheerleader’s Roommates Allegedly Heard Her Give Birth, Found Dead Newborn in Closet

The roommates of University of Kentucky cheerleader Laken Snelling allegedly heard her giving birth and later snuck into her room when she went to get McDonald’s and found a dead newborn stuffed in a black plastic bag in her closet. Her roommates,...

East Kentucky Organic hosting medical marijuana card event in Pikeville

East Kentucky Organic is hosting an event in Pikeville to help people seeking to receive their medical marijuana identification cards. According to East Kentucky Organic's Neal Spears, on Oct 4, the company will host an event at the Holiday Inn...

Scorecard gives KY low marks for climate risks to health system

The Commonwealth Fund analysis looked at metrics including air quality, health risks from extreme heat, greenhouse gas emissions, and facility risks from flooding. Kentucky ranked 50th overall, scoring lowest on health impacts from electric...

Kentucky hospital plans $32M expansion

Russell Springs, Ky.-based Russell County Hospital is set to break ground in October on the largest expansion in its more than 40-year history. The $32 million project will add approximately 30,000 square feet and renovate 7,000 square feet of...

This week on Dr. Greg: Top Kentucky public health official weighs in on Tylenol pregnancy controversy

Kentucky Hemp Farmers Urge McConnell to Oppose Limits on CBD Sales

By Jennifer Wimmer Forty-eight Kentucky hemp farmers, including Mark Allen and Steve Ogley of Hancock County, and others from Harrison, McLean, Scott, Owen, Henry, Woodford, Breckinridge, Lyon, Hopkins, Caldwell, Nelson, Green, Hardin and Calloway...

Calipari: Roster healthy to start

FAYETTEVILLE -- Coach John Calipari's second season with the University of the Arkansas men's basketball program is inching closer. The Razorbacks will host "Primetime at the Palace" at 8 p.m. on Friday at Walton Arena, giving fans a look at the...

Kentucky cheerleader Laken Snelling’s roommates heard her giving birth —then snuck into room and found dead baby in closet

Laken Snelling’s roommates heard loud noises coming from the University of Kentucky cheerleader’s bedroom around the time she gave birth — then snuck into her room when she went to get McDonald’s, finding the dead newborn stuffed in her closet....

Kentucky adds clean energy jobs but Trump policies threaten continued growth

Clean energy jobs continued to grow in Kentucky last year, though at a slower pace, according to an annual report focusing on the economic impact of such jobs. Kentucky ranked 28th in the country for clean energy employment with more than 40,000...

Kentucky Cheerleader's Roommates Found Dead Newborn as She Went to McDonald's

Published October 1, 2025 7:57 AM PDT Laken Snelling's roommates grew suspicious when they heard strange noises coming from her room ... eventually sneaking in while she went to get food and discovering her dead newborn's body -- according to a...