Featured News
For the first time in its nearly 50 year history, Lexington's Saint Patrick's Day celebration will expand to two days.
Local News
-
Josh James/WUKYThe Kentucky State Board of Elections is seeking the dismissal of a U.S. Department of Justice lawsuit dealing with the disclosure of private voter information to the federal government. -
APPresident Donald Trump spoke for over an hour during a trip to northern Kentucky Wednesday. The president used the speech to attack incumbent GOP Rep. Thomas Massie in his own his own district while boosting his primary challenger Ed Gallrein, whom he invited onstage. -
Michael Dwyer/AP/APSocial media platforms that generate more than $1 billion in annual advertising revenue might have to play by a new set of rules in Kentucky, should House Bill 227 pass. -
Otega Oweh scored 23 points, including a key jumper with 1:12 remaining, and Brandon Garrison added 17 points off the bench as No. 9 seed Kentucky beat 16th-seeded LSU 87-82 on Wednesday in the opening game of the SEC Tournament. -
Margery Beck/AP/APCannabis-infused beverages could be sold in bars, restaurants, and festivals under a bill currently being considered by the Kentucky General Assembly. The measure also places new rules on the sales. -
Josh James/WUKYLexington's ongoing Civic Assembly recieved a crash course Tuesday night in the merged government charter. The volunteer group will be weighing whether there should be a regular process for reviewing the core document governing the city.
Radio Shows & Music
-
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. -
This week: Rock & Roots featured new music from Rodney Crowell Featuring Tyler Bryant (The Twenty One Song Salute (Owed to G.G. Shinn and Cléoma Falcon)), Mt. Joy (Lucy), St Paul & the Broken Bones (Sushi And Coca Cola), Tame Impala (End Of Summer), Alison Krauss & Union Station (One Ray Of Shine), & Christone "Kingfish" Ingram (Voodoo Charm)! -
This week: Rock & Roots featured new music from Flyte Featuring Aimee Mann (Alabaster), Jade Bird (Save Your Tears), Jeff Tweedy (Enough), The Last Dinner Party (This Is The Killer Speaking), Robert Plant Featuring Suzy Dian (Everybody's Song), & Sheryl Crow & The Real Lowdown (The New Normal)!
-
This week: Rock & Roots featured new music from Goose (Your Direction), Khatumu (Fire Drill), Counting Crows (With Love From A To Z), Grant-Lee Phillips (She Knows Me), & Warren Haynes Featuring Derek Trucks (These Changes)!
Podcasts
-
PodcastsBecause Medicare does not routinely cover hearing aids and Medicaid coverage can leave high out-of-pocket costs, many patients are unable to move forward with recommended treatment. Third year UK med student Evan Smith helped organize a 5K race to offset some of those costs. Dr. Greg talks with Evan about the third annual event and how you can participate. -
PodcastsMeet Asia Smith. Asia is a real estate broker who champions health by bringing awareness to the accessibility of homeownership. -
PodcastsMeet Quron Marks and Justin Edmondson. Coach Marks is a rising leader in college athletics, now in his third year coaching basketball at Kentucky State University. Justin is a senior business major and shooting guard who brings wisdom beyond his years. Quron and Justin champion health through teamwork and common purpose.
-
PodcastsKelly McManus, Vice President of Higher Education at Arnold Venture, discusses high-quality education, effective policymaking, and persistent advocacy.
Donate your car to WUKY. It's simple, hassle-free, and a great way to help fund your favorite public radio station.
Latest from NPR
See upcoming events in the Lexington area and submit your own.
The Lane Report Latest Headlines
- State provides $6M to build homes in Jackson for flood victims
- Kentucky Power give KAED $60,000 growth grant
- Kentucky American Water Investing $18 Million to Support Water Service in Millersburg Area
- Omni Architects’ Amy Arnold becomes firm shareholder
- Omni Architects promotes Jody Boelhauf to firm principal