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Lexington voters will see an unusual addition to their ballots in two weeks: a trio of city charter amendments. Their story is years in the making.
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Drew Metanchuk and Jake Manson recap the weekend in UK sports. -
Getty ImagesKentucky’s Cabinet for Health and Family Services says a vendor’s recent security breach exposed some health plan information for nearly 4,000 people. -
(Photos provided by campaigns)This week on WUKY's Capitol Chat, Kentucky Gazette editor and publisher Laura Cullen Glasscock shares the latest developments in the key 6th congressional district race between Democrat Zach Dembo and Republican Ralph Alvarado. Polls suggest a tight race with a sizable portion of undecided voters still on the fence. We ask the question, are all of those TV ads making much of a difference? -
APKentucky U.S. Senate candidates Andy Barr and Charles Booker squared off Monday night in their lone scheduled debate before the fast-approaching midterm elections. -
Charles Tasnadi/APColleagues and longtime NPR listeners are paying their last respects to Noah Adams, a Kentucky native who got his start in radio at WBKY, the forerunner to WUKY. -
KNC/Adobe StockKentucky’s data center tax break, previously estimated to cost $15 million a year, could quickly cost the state more than $1 billion in lost revenue, according to the Kentucky Center for Economic Policy.
Radio Shows & Music
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Joe Conkwright interviews Rock & Roots artist Brandon Flowers about his new album Thrasher, which comes out August 21st, 2026. -
Rock and Roots celebrates America's Birthday with a showcase of Americana music and a time capsule of the golden music of 1976. Join Joe Conkwright and John Lee for a listening party on Rock & Roots this weekend - 10 am to 2 pm Friday, and Saturday noon to 5 pm.Only on 91.3 or streaming live @ wuky.org or the free WUKY app. -
10 Foot Pole brings the Roots of Lexington Music Scene back to life at the next Tahlsound, Sunday June 28th at the Great Lawn Stage behind Oleika Shriners Temple, 326 Southland Drive.10 Foot Pole and Rebeca Rego join Joe Conkwright for a conversation on Rock & Roots. Recorded June 16, 2026. -
WUKY Listener Walt Remondini returns as a guest host for The Rock & Roots Special Edition. This program aired first on Saturday, March 7, 2026. -
Molly Tuttle stops by WUKY's Rock & Roots and joins host Joe Conkwright.Recorded live on Thursday, August 14, 2025.
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PodcastsFor nearly four decades now, the U.S. has recognized October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time annually devoted to educating everyone about breast cancer and the importance of early detection and access to timely, high quality care. Dr. Greg talks with Pat McGrath; professor emeritus in the UK Department of Surgery and former medical director of the Comprehensive Breast Care Center at UK. -
Podcasts'From Kentucky Wildcat to NBA Legend' is the title of Dan Issel's long-awaited memoir. This week on the WUKY SportsPage Keith talks with Dan and co-author Doug Brunk. To celebrate the publication, the University Press of Kentucky and the UK Alumni Association will host a special book launch event featuring Issel, Brunk and renowned sportscaster and Emmy Award winner Tom Hammond, who enjoyed a three-decade career with NBC Sports. The launch is 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, at the E.S. Good Barn Gorham Hall, 1451 University Drive in Lexington. -
PodcastsDuane Lundy looks back on his time playing in Gold Tooth Display, Chico Fellini, and several other bands. Plus, he discusses his career as one of Lexington's most successful producers.
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