Kentucky News

Meet Millie Biscuit, a rescue pit mix who's become a huge Kentucky social media star and adoption advocate.

The Tristate is under a rare Magenta-level heat alert — the NWS's highest tier — with 110°+ heat index expected through Sunday night. Get the maps, risk details, and tips to keep yourself, your neighbors, and your pets safe.

A popular bland diet called BRAT is very tempting if you have an upset stomach or diarrhea, but don't stick with it too long, experts say.

Join WBKR Friday, August 14, for BBQ, hot dogs, and a St. Jude fundraiser featuring Jerry Morris' famous pulled pork.

American Idol's 2026 virtual auditions are heading to Kentucky and Indiana on September 18. I've survived two overnight audition lines myself — here's how you can skip the floor-sleeping and sign up for your time slot instead.

OCTC celebrates 40 years with Boots & BBQ, Sept. 26 in Owensboro. Live music, food, and family fun — $15 plates support students.

Early forecasts are out, and here's what they suggest for Indiana, Kentucky, and the Tri-State.

A rare old menu from The Callas Sweet Shop offers a unique glimpse in Owensboro's past.

Eleven Kentucky towns have elevated themselves in 11 different categories, and now they are the (Fill in the Blank) Capitals of the World.

Four Owensboro Special Olympics softball teams brought home gold at Regionals, with a fifth team punching its ticket to state on silver. Now they're all eyeing September's State Tournament — and a shot at Nationals.

The World Chicken Festival is all set for the last weekend in September in London, Kentucky. And it's prepped in the world's largest skillet.

You'll have a hard time finding them, but we have learned that there are porcupines in Kentucky.