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Lexington Herald-Leader, 6 Nov 2026

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The Lexington Herald-Leader is an American newspaper focused on local news, politics and community reporting across Lexington and central Kentucky. First published in 1870, it has served as one of the state’s leading news sources for generations. Published three times per week, it provides comprehensive coverage of the issues, events and people shaping the Bluegrass region. The newspaper is known for its reporting on local and state government, business, education and public affairs, alongside breaking news, investigative journalism and in-depth features that examine topics of regional importance. It also covers arts, entertainment, food and community life, reflecting the culture and traditions of central Kentucky. Sports reporting is a major strength, featuring extensive coverage of University of Kentucky athletics, high school sports, horse racing and major professional sporting events, supported by expert analysis and commentary. The newspaper combines a long tradition of public service journalism with authoritative reporting and regional expertise, making it a trusted source of information for readers across Kentucky. Available on PressReader, the Lexington Herald-Leader newspaper delivers reliable journalism, insightful analysis and comprehensive daily news coverage from the Bluegrass State.

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ArticleLinda Gor­ton wins third term as Lex­ing­ton mayor

Lex­ing­ton Mayor Linda Gor­ton has been elec­ted to a his­toric third term lead­ing the city. She defeated chal­lenger Rathe quel Carter in Tues­day’s elec­tion, with Carter con­ced­ing just before 9 p.m. With all votes coun­ted, Gor­ton recor­ded...

Linda Gor­ton wins third term as Lex­ing­ton mayor

ArticleBrown becomes Lex­ing­ton’s new vice mayor in his­toric win

One of Lex­ing­ton coun­cil’s longest-serving mem­bers will soon become its leader. Lex­ing­ton-Fay­ette Urban County Coun­cil­man James Brown’s vic­tory on Tues­day, lead­ing the at-large coun­cil vote to become the city’s new vice mayor, is his­toric.

Brown becomes Lex­ing­ton’s new vice mayor in his­toric win

ArticleBarr wins race to replace McCon­nell ina Ken­tucky US Sen­ate seat

Rep. Andy Barr will suc­ceed Sen. Mitch McCon­ell in the Sen­ate, main­tain­ing a GOP strong­hold over Ken­tucky’s Sen­ate seats. The Asso­ci­ated Press called Barr’s race shortly after 9 p.m. Tues­day. He defeated Demo­cratic can­did­ate Charles...

Barr wins race to replace McCon­nell ina Ken­tucky US Sen­ate seat

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