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After two decades in prison, Stephanie Olsen, convicted for her role in her mothers murder, is released. The complex impact of such a long incarceration and subsequent release on both the individual and the community is a stark reminder of the lasting consequences of violent crime and the justice systems role in addressing it over the long term.

A drunk driving crash in Kentucky leads to arrest and federal immigration detainer. Ricardo Martinez, 40, allegedly caused the accident, admitted to drinking four beers, and attempted to flee from the ambulance. He now faces charges including aggravated driving under the influence and is being held at the Boyle County Detention Center, pending federal immigration proceedings.

Tragic Shooting at Kentucky State University: 19-Year-Old Student Dies, Suspect Arrested A nineteen-year-old student, De’Jon Fox Junior, has tragically lost his life following an on-campus shooting at Kentucky State University. The incident, deemed isolated, occurred on Tuesday afternoon, resulting in Mr. Foxs death and the critical injury of another student. The suspect, 48-year-old Jacob Bard, has been arrested and charged with murder and first-degree assault. The university has suspended all activities for the week, and the investigation continues.

Nineteen-year-old DeJon Darrell Fox, Jr., a student at Kentucky State University, was fatally shot on Tuesday, with the suspect, Jacob Lee Bard, arrested and charged with murder and assault. The university has suspended classes and activities for the week, offering counseling services amidst the tragedy.

Lexington Police seek publics help in locating Joshua Burgess, a 21-year-old with outstanding warrants for Wanton Endangerment, Criminal Mischief, and Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon. Burgess is considered dangerous following a shots-fired incident. Contact Lexington Police with any information.

Swish three-six-five, a cutting-edge basketball training facility, has opened in Lexington, Kentucky. Utilizing advanced technology like shooting machines and software, its helping players, including ten-year-old Cage Davis, improve their skills. With personalized feedback and a variety of training options, Swish three-six-five is becoming a valuable addition to the citys Distillery District.

Tragic Multi-Vehicle Accident in Northern Kentucky: One Fatality, Several Life-Threatening Injuries A devastating multi-vehicle crash on Kentucky Highway Nine in Bracken County resulted in one fatality and multiple life-threatening injuries. The incident, which occurred during snowy conditions, involved a southbound Mitsubishi box truck that lost control and collided head-on with a northbound pickup truck, causing severe damage and injuries. Five other vehicles were also involved in the pile-up, with two drivers sustaining non-life-threatening injuries. Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident, and our thoughts are with those affected.

The Leapfrog Groups latest report reveals mixed progress in U.S. hospitals infection control and patient experience. While Central Kentucky hospitals show improvement in preventing healthcare-acquired infections, patient experience scores have declined due to staffing shortages. Nationwide, fewer hospitals received As and Cs, with more landing in the B category. Kentuckys state ranking for A hospitals improved, moving from 36th to 26th nationally.

In 1954, Saint Ritas Parochial School in Louisville, Kentucky, publicly burned over three hundred comic books, reflecting a national concern about their perceived negative influence on young minds. This act was part of a larger movement across the US, leading to Kentuckys 1956 criminal ban on comic books depicting crime, horror, brutality, or illicit sex to minors. Historian Brian Puacas Comic Book Burnings Project documents these events, highlighting the irony and offering a lesson about the dangers of censorship and the importance of individual choice in reading materials.