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Lexington Herald-Leader, 9 Sep 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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ArticleBevin isn’t alone among Ken­tucky gov­ernors that have been arres­ted

While former Gov. Matt Bevin is the first Ken­tucky gov­ernor in recent memory to be arres­ted, there are at least a few other instances in the state’s his­tory when a gov­ernor ended up behind bars. And in a few cases, gov­ernors were able to avoid...

Bevin isn’t alone among Ken­tucky gov­ernors that have been arres­ted

ArticleBevin must serve full 60 days in jail, judge rules

Former Ken­tucky Gov. Matt Bevin will serve 60 days in jail for con­tempt of court, a Louis­ville judge ordered Sept. 4 in Jef­fer­son Fam­ily Court. Judge Angela John­son said she may revisit the case in 30 days, and the sen­tence is appeal­able, but...

Bevin must serve full 60 days in jail, judge rules

Article‘Make it a thing’: Trump brings GOP’s midterm fight to Dal­las

‘Make it a thing’: Trump brings GOP’s midterm fight to Dal­las

ArticleBEVIN

proof and reclas­si­fy­ing guar­an­tees more formal court pro­ced­ures. Cox said dur­ing the hear­ing the arrest and Bevin’s night in jail was the court get­ting his atten­tion, but that he should be allowed to serve home deten­tion without a trial....

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