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Police presence at Seattle airport during manhunt.

Manhunt Underway for Escaped Inmate at Seattle Airport

May 12, 2025

News Summary Seattle authorities are currently in pursuit of 28-year-old inmate Sedrick T. Stevenson, who escaped custody while being transported. Stevenson fled from a United Airlines ticket counter at Seattle-Tacoma...

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WKU Softball Player Annie White Makes C-USA All-Tournament Team

May 12, 2025

News Summary Annie White, a standout player for WKU Softball, has been named to the 2025 C-USA All-Tournament Team following her impressive performance in the tournament. White boasted a .364...

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Proposed Federal Budget Cuts Could Impact Medicaid in Kentucky

May 12, 2025

News Summary A committee led by U.S. Representative Brett Guthrie is proposing federal budget cuts that could significantly affect Medicaid services in Kentucky, potentially impacting healthcare for nearly 1.5 million...

Emergency responders at the scene of an accident on Interstate Drive in Bowling Green

Multi-Agency Response to Injury Crash in Bowling Green

May 11, 2025

News Summary A serious accident occurred on Interstate Drive in Bowling Green, resulting in injuries and prompting a multi-agency response. Emergency responders, including fire, police, and EMS teams, assisted the...

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Cardinal Robert Prevost Elected as New Pope Leo XIV

May 11, 2025

News Summary Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected as the new pope, taking the name Pope Leo XIV, making history as the first American in this role. The announcement followed...

Families maintaining their lawns in Bowling Green during the evening.

Bowling Green Officials Address Lawn Mowing Misinformation

May 11, 2025

News Summary City officials in Bowling Green, Kentucky are dispelling false claims that mowing lawns after 4 PM is a felony. They confirm there are no laws regulating evening lawn...

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Bowling Green Fire Department Responds to Major Fires

May 11, 2025

News Summary This week, the Bowling Green Fire Department tackled two significant structure fires at Magna and Kenway Disposal. The department responded swiftly to both incidents, effectively extinguishing the fires...

A hopeful landscape symbolizing the journey of a lymphoma survivor in medicine.

Former Logistics Broker Becomes Future Physician After Lymphoma Battle

May 11, 2025

News Summary Anna Cox, a former logistics broker from Kentucky, shares her inspiring journey from a stage 4 lymphoma diagnosis to pursuing a medical career. Her experience during treatment ignited...

Residents mowing lawns in Bowling Green community

Bowling Green Officials Address Lawn Mowing Misinformation

May 10, 2025

News Summary City officials in Bowling Green, Kentucky, have clarified that there are no regulations limiting lawn mowing hours despite social media misinformation. A recent viral post incorrectly stated that...

BUSINESS

Newly opened Morton Solar & Electric office located at WKU Innovation Center.

Morton Solar & Electric Expands with New Office in Bowling Green

May 9, 2025

News Summary Morton Solar & Electric has opened a new office at the WKU Innovation Center in Bowling Green as part of its mission to enhance clean energy solutions across...

Aerial view of Bowling Green showing active economic development.

Bowling Green Recognized for Economic Development Excellence

May 8, 2025

News Summary The Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce has received the Mac Conway Award for Excellence in Economic Development for the fourth time in five years. This recognition places...

New box truck for Habitat for Humanity with banners in Bowling Green

Habitat for Humanity Unveils New Truck in Bowling Green

May 7, 2025

News Summary Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore in Bowling Green, KY, unveiled a new box truck to enhance its service capabilities. Funded by the American Red Cross, this upgrade is aimed...

Interior of Kyoto Gardens Asian restaurant in Bowling Green

Kyoto Gardens Named Best Asian Restaurant in Bowling Green

May 5, 2025

News Summary Kyoto Gardens has been recognized as the best Asian restaurant in Bowling Green, as awarded by the Bowling Green Daily News. Owned by Nhon and Tuyen Nguyen, the...

Artist's rendering of the new mixed-use development in Bowling Green KY

New Mixed-Use Development Coming to Bowling Green, KY

May 3, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green, Kentucky, is preparing for a significant mixed-use development set to break ground in summer 2025 on Nashville Road. Spanning 26 acres, the project features a ‘lookout...

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12 Kentucky Companies Featured in Forbes’ Best Employers List for 2025

April 25, 2025

News Summary Forbes has released its annual list of best large and mid-sized employers for 2025, featuring twelve companies from Kentucky. While none made the top spots, the inclusion signifies...

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New Weather Stations Enhance Farming in Kentucky

April 25, 2025

News Summary Farmers in Kentucky can now access essential weather and soil information thanks to the Kentucky Mesonet’s new stations, including a recent addition in Green County. This network offers...

Students collaborating on User Experience design projects in a tech-savvy classroom.

WKU Launches Kentucky’s First User Experience Degree

April 24, 2025

News Summary Western Kentucky University (WKU) is set to launch Kentucky’s first Bachelor of Science degree in User Experience, approved by the Council on Postsecondary Education. Starting in fall 2025,...

WKU Imagewest advertising team collaborating on creative ideas

WKU’s Imagewest Advertising Agency Wins First Place

April 23, 2025

News Summary The student-run advertising agency Imagewest at Western Kentucky University has achieved a remarkable first-place victory in a regional competition after 25 years. This success in a highly competitive...

Events/What's Happening

NM State Aggies competing in a softball game during CUSA Championship

NM State Aggies Begin CUSA Championship Pursuit

May 12, 2025

News Summary The NM State Aggies softball team is gearing up for the CUSA Championship, facing LA Tech in the opening round. The Aggies aim for their first NCAA Regional...

Community event showcasing a rollover simulator for seatbelt safety education

Kentucky Reports Historic Decline in Highway Fatalities

May 12, 2025

News Summary Kentucky has announced a significant decrease in highway fatalities, with 707 deaths reported for 2024, a reduction of 107 from the previous year. This marks the lowest fatality...

Community gathering in honor of Chelsea Houchins Coleman

Community Leader Chelsea Houchins Coleman Passes Away

May 11, 2025

News Summary Chelsea Elizabeth Houchins Coleman, a dedicated community leader and beloved family member, passed away at the age of 33 after a struggle with illness. Born in Edmonson County,...

Community gathers for Warren County Peace Officers Memorial ceremony

Warren County Declares Peace Officers Memorial Week

May 8, 2025

News Summary City officials and law enforcement representatives in Warren County have declared the week of May 4-10, 2025, as Warren County Peace Officers Memorial Week. This proclamation honors law...

First responders practice pipeline strike response training in Bowling Green.

Bowling Green Hosts Pipeline Strike Response Training

May 8, 2025

News Summary The Kentucky Public Service Commission organized a Pipeline Strike Response Training at the WKU Ag Expo Center in Bowling Green, aimed at preparing first responders and contractors for...

New Kentucky State Police graduates celebrating their achievement

Three New Troopers Graduate from Kentucky State Police Academy

May 8, 2025

News Summary Three new troopers, Kellen Thompson, Hany Elhubishi, and Devin Roten, graduated from the Kentucky State Police Academy, beginning their law enforcement careers at Post 3 in Bowling Green....

Collegiate softball players competing during the Conference USA Tournament

Changes Announced for Conference USA Softball Tournament

May 8, 2025

News Summary The Conference USA Softball Tournament has made important schedule adjustments in response to potential inclement weather. Hosted by Western Kentucky University, the tournament’s first day now features revised...

Families enjoying a block party at H.D. Carpenter Park in Bowling Green, with food, music, and festive decorations.

Bowling Green Hosts Community Block Party at H.D. Carpenter Park

May 7, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green residents are invited to a community block party at H.D. Carpenter Park, organized by various city departments. This vibrant event will feature free food, music, and...

Classic cars and drag racing at the Bowtie Nationals event

Bowling Green Hosts First Ever Bowtie Nationals

May 7, 2025

News Summary The inaugural Bowtie Nationals brought together drag racing and classic car enthusiasts at Beech Bend Raceway Park in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The event featured various racing competitions and...

CRIME

Police presence at Seattle airport during manhunt.

Manhunt Underway for Escaped Inmate at Seattle Airport

May 12, 2025

News Summary Seattle authorities are currently in pursuit of 28-year-old inmate Sedrick T. Stevenson, who escaped custody while being transported. Stevenson fled from a United Airlines ticket counter at Seattle-Tacoma...

Emergency responders at the scene of an accident on Interstate Drive in Bowling Green

Multi-Agency Response to Injury Crash in Bowling Green

May 11, 2025

News Summary A serious accident occurred on Interstate Drive in Bowling Green, resulting in injuries and prompting a multi-agency response. Emergency responders, including fire, police, and EMS teams, assisted the...

Police inspecting marijuana shipment in suburban area

Bowling Green Man Arrested for Marijuana Trafficking

May 9, 2025

News Summary Devonte Barber, a 26-year-old resident of Bowling Green, has been arrested on multiple charges related to marijuana trafficking. Authorities intercepted a 32-pound shipment of high-grade marijuana sourced from...

Exterior of Walmart store with visible security measures

Bowling Green Police Investigate Series of Thefts at Walmart

May 8, 2025

News Summary The Bowling Green Police Department is investigating a series of thefts at the Walmart on Morgantown Road. A white male suspect has allegedly stolen items from the store...

Motorcycle on a deserted road with warning signs indicating caution.

Tragic Motorcycle Accident in Bowling Green Claims Life

May 7, 2025

News Summary A local man, 42-year-old Charles D. Girdler, tragically died in a motorcycle accident on Old Morgantown Road in Bowling Green. The collision involved another vehicle making a left...

A quiet residential area in Florida, symbolizing hidden dangers.

Man Arrested After Two Decades as Fugitive in Florida

May 6, 2025

News Summary Donnie Phelps, a 49-year-old man, was captured in Largo, Florida after evading law enforcement for nearly 20 years. Phelps, who had been using the alias Jacob Allen Bush,...

Airport security personnel monitoring the area

Prisoner Escapes Police Custody at Seattle Airport

May 6, 2025

News Summary Sedric T. Stevenson, 28, escaped from police custody at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport while being transported to Kentucky. Despite wearing hand and ankle cuffs, he managed to evade capture...

Scene of a car crash in Warren County with emergency services present

Tragic Two-Vehicle Crash Claims Two Lives in Warren County

May 4, 2025

News Summary A tragic crash in Warren County, Kentucky, resulted in the deaths of two individuals and injuries to two others. The accident occurred on Friday evening when one vehicle...

Police at a storage facility in Bowling Green, Kentucky

Bowling Green Man Arrested for Burglary and Drug Possession

May 3, 2025

News Summary A Bowling Green man was apprehended following a burglary and drug possession incident at Ace Self Storage. Mark Sampson, 42, was found with stolen property and drug paraphernalia...

POLITICS

Illustration of healthcare services affected by budget cuts

Proposed Federal Budget Cuts Could Impact Medicaid in Kentucky

May 12, 2025

News Summary A committee led by U.S. Representative Brett Guthrie is proposing federal budget cuts that could significantly affect Medicaid services in Kentucky, potentially impacting healthcare for nearly 1.5 million...

Symbolic illustration of a papal conclave setting

Cardinal Robert Prevost Elected as New Pope Leo XIV

May 11, 2025

News Summary Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected as the new pope, taking the name Pope Leo XIV, making history as the first American in this role. The announcement followed...

Police inspecting marijuana shipment in suburban area

Bowling Green Man Arrested for Marijuana Trafficking

May 9, 2025

News Summary Devonte Barber, a 26-year-old resident of Bowling Green, has been arrested on multiple charges related to marijuana trafficking. Authorities intercepted a 32-pound shipment of high-grade marijuana sourced from...

Police investigation at a residential property related to drug trafficking.

Bowling Green Man Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges

May 9, 2025

News Summary Devonte T. Barber, 26, of Bowling Green, faces multiple drug trafficking charges after authorities seized a 32-pound package of marijuana intended for his residence. The Bowling Green-Warren County...

A peaceful park scene in Bowling Green, symbolizing community and remembrance.

Community Mourns the Loss of Marvin K. Russell

May 8, 2025

News Summary Marvin K. Russell, a cherished member of the Bowling Green community and a dedicated family man, passed away recently at the age of 77. Known for his extensive...

Image representing media relations activities at WKU

WKU’s Jace Lux Navigates Complex Media Relations

May 1, 2025

News Summary Jace Lux, the director of media relations at WKU, plays a vital role in ensuring effective communication between the university and local media. In his fifth year, he...

Students at various Kentucky universities

Kentucky Council Limits Tuition Increases for 2025-27

May 1, 2025

News Summary The Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education has approved tuition increase limits for resident undergraduate students for the 2025-26 and 2026-27 academic years. Research universities can raise tuition and...

Aerial view of Bowling Green with widespread flooding and emergency response activity.

Bowling Green Mayor Declares State of Emergency Amid Flooding

April 30, 2025

News Summary In response to severe flooding in Bowling Green, Mayor Todd Alcott has declared a state of emergency to facilitate disaster response and federal assistance. The flooding has rendered...

Emergency responders assisting in Bowling Green during flooding

Bowling Green Declares State of Emergency Amid Flooding

April 28, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green, Kentucky has declared a state of emergency due to severe flooding that has significantly impacted the city. Mayor Todd Alcott made the announcement to speed up...

SPORTS

Collegiate softball players competing during the Conference USA Tournament

Changes Announced for Conference USA Softball Tournament

May 8, 2025

News Summary The Conference USA Softball Tournament has made important schedule adjustments in response to potential inclement weather. Hosted by Western Kentucky University, the tournament’s first day now features revised...

WKU softball players competing in a game during the tournament

WKU Softball Team Secures No. 2 Seed for Conference Tournament

May 7, 2025

News Summary The Western Kentucky University softball team clinched the No. 2 seed in the 2025 Conference USA Tournament. They finished the regular season with a record of 29-19-1, rebounding...

Celebration of National Tourism Week in Bowling Green, Kentucky

Bowling Green Celebrates National Tourism Week with Local Attractions

May 6, 2025

News Summary Bowling Green, Kentucky, is hosting a week-long celebration for National Tourism Week, highlighting local attractions such as the BG Hot Rods baseball team, National Corvette Museum, and family-friendly...

WKU volleyball team competing in a match at E.A. Diddle Arena

Western Kentucky University Volleyball Schedule Announced

May 6, 2025

News Summary Western Kentucky University’s volleyball program has announced its 2025 season schedule, featuring 30 matches, including games against notable opponents such as Louisville and Vanderbilt. The season begins with...

Players in action during a WKU Softball game

WKU Softball Secures No. 2 Seed in CUSA Tournament

May 5, 2025

News Summary Western Kentucky University (WKU) clinched the No. 2 seed in the Conference USA softball tournament with a hard-fought 4-3 victory over Jacksonville State University. The match, held at...

WKU baseball field with cloudy skies

WKU Baseball Game Rescheduled Due to Weather Concerns

May 4, 2025

News Summary The WKU vs. Louisiana Tech baseball game has been rescheduled to 7 p.m. CT due to inclement weather concerns. This decision prioritizes the safety of fans and players....

South Warren softball players celebrating their victory

South Warren Softball Clinches Top Seed in District 14 Tournament

May 4, 2025

News Summary South Warren’s softball team secured the top seed in the District 14 Tournament with a convincing 14-2 win over Greenwood. The victory enhanced their record to 21-2, with...

Softball team celebrating a victory during a match.

South Warren Softball Secures Top Seed in District 14 Tournament

May 3, 2025

News Summary The South Warren softball team achieved the top seed in the District 14 Tournament with a 14-2 victory over Greenwood at South Warren High School. The Spartans improved...

Greenwood High School athletes celebrating college commitments

Greenwood High School Student-Athletes Sign College Commitments

March 12, 2025

News Summary Six talented student-athletes from Greenwood High School celebrated their commitments to college sports during a signing ceremony on March 11, 2025. The event was filled with joy and...

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