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A family of 10, a wake boat "doing donuts," and a death on Herrington Lake- what we know
Nazar Svintozelskiy died after being ejected from the boat. His father, Alex, remains unresponsive at UK Hospital following emergency brain surgery. The family's attorney describes a religious family more focused on getting answers than seeking revenge- for now. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay
Robert Froberg expected to plead guilty this week in Morgan Violi's murder
Nearly 30 years after her kidnapping, a change of plea hearing is set for Wednesday- the case now one step closer to seeing justice. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Are you
Records show Henry County EMS knew its defibrillators were failing. A man died. Now the state's highest court is deciding if anyone has to answer for it.
Luke Hinkel died when a Henry County defibrillator failed. Seven years of litigation later, the Kentucky Supreme Court may decide no one has to answer for it. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and
"That's just an incentive to run": A family's fight for accountability after hit-and-run death
The accused hit-and-run driver- Aldwin Jackson- faces two Class D felonies, and up to ten years if convicted and fully penalized on both. The victim's father says that's not enough. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-
"Prove it to us": Inside the fight over a 4% cut that could reshape life for Kentuckians with disabilities
Louisville nonprofits serving Kentuckians with intellectual and developmental disabilities say they can't get a straight answer on who's really behind the cut- or why it's their funding on the chopping block. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent,
Berea bank shooting suspect indicted on murder charges, AG will seek death penalty
Brailen Weaver now faces capital murder charges in state court, months after the deadly shooting left two U.S. Bank employees dead. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Are you new here?
Kentucky's new railroad vegetation law takes effect today. One family went to check if it mattered.
Three years after her son Hunter's death, Tanya Serna returned to the Kraft Road crossing- and found the same overgrowth that made it a "blind spot" in 2020. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to
Bardstown Road reaches a truce- but the hard work is just beginning
After weeks of dueling petitions, public accusations, and fears that beloved Louisville institutions could close, all sides came to the table- and walked away with an agreement. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion andCovering Kentucky
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A family of 10, a wake boat "doing donuts," and a death on Herrington Lake- what we know
Nazar Svintozelskiy died after being ejected from the boat. His father, Alex, remains unresponsive at UK Hospital following emergency brain surgery. The family's attorney describes a religious family more focused on getting answers than seeking revenge- for now. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay
Robert Froberg expected to plead guilty this week in Morgan Violi's murder
Nearly 30 years after her kidnapping, a change of plea hearing is set for Wednesday- the case now one step closer to seeing justice. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Are you
"That's just an incentive to run": A family's fight for accountability after hit-and-run death
The accused hit-and-run driver- Aldwin Jackson- faces two Class D felonies, and up to ten years if convicted and fully penalized on both. The victim's father says that's not enough. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-
"Prove it to us": Inside the fight over a 4% cut that could reshape life for Kentuckians with disabilities
Louisville nonprofits serving Kentuckians with intellectual and developmental disabilities say they can't get a straight answer on who's really behind the cut- or why it's their funding on the chopping block. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent,Bardstown Cases
The latest developments in the Crystal Rogers, Tommy Ballard, and Jason Ellis cases including comprehensive case updates, and breaking news as law enforcement continues working toward answers for these families and the Bardstown community.
"A lot of nerve": Nick Houck sits in front of Sherry Ballard as trial date is set in perjury case
Nick Houck will stand trial November 9. But the moment everyone in that Nelson County courtroom will remember happened before the judge said a word. This story is a 'Shay Original', which is available to paid subscribers only. At the bottom of this page, subscribers will find an
Nick Houck heads back to court Thursday- and this time, he has a lawyer
The last time Nick Houck walked into a Nelson County courtroom, he didn't have an attorney- and he told the judge he had "no idea" why he'd been charged. Thursday morning, that changes, at least in part. I'll be in the courthouse,
Nick Houck appears in court- without a lawyer and 'no idea' why he's been charged
A chaotic arraignment, a missing attorney, and a motion to correct a key date set the stage for a July 2nd hearing. I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. This story is available to
Nick Houck heads to court: what to know before the arraignment
Arraignment is set for 9 a.m. in Nelson Circuit Court. Here's where things stand. I'll be in the courthouse, and when I walk out, paid subscribers will be the first to hear what happened. My full post-court analysis- and any interviews I'mNational News Hitting Home
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The Indiana Supreme Court just settled it: an abortion is not a public record
The Indiana Supreme Court voted to keep terminated pregnancy reports private and confidential after a year of courtroom battles. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Are you new here? Sign up for
Day 23: McConnell's longest known hospitalization comes with few answers
Multiple McConnell allies have confirmed conversations with the Kentucky Senator, while information about his current health status remains unclear. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Are you new here? Sign up for
"CPR in progress": Dispatch audio raises new questions about Sen. Mitch McConnell's hospitalization
McConnell's team has said very little about his recent hospitalization, but newly obtained EMS records are adding context. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Are you new here? Sign up
This week's Supreme Court decisions- and what they mean for Kentuckians
If your eyes glazed over trying to track the headlines from Washington, here's what actually happened- and why it matters if you live in Kentucky. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion andShay Originals
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Records show Henry County EMS knew its defibrillators were failing. A man died. Now the state's highest court is deciding if anyone has to answer for it.
Luke Hinkel died when a Henry County defibrillator failed. Seven years of litigation later, the Kentucky Supreme Court may decide no one has to answer for it. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and
Why can't Louisville solve homelessness? Ten years of answers- and starting over.
The Arthur Street Hotel closes its doors this month. The people who ran it have spent years watching Louisville build solutions, defund them, and start over. This is their story- and the city's. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free
Behind the scenes: What I saw at the Nick Houck hearing
For paid subscribers: the moments before, during, and after Thursday's hearing that didn't make the main article- in photos. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. This story is
Kentucky's child welfare watchdog says the system has 'a culture of secrecy'
Kentucky's State Auditor says the state failed Miya Rudd- and that only one person has the power to force real change. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Are you newLatest Articles
A family of 10, a wake boat "doing donuts," and a death on Herrington Lake- what we know
Nazar Svintozelskiy died after being ejected from the boat. His father, Alex, remains unresponsive at UK Hospital following emergency brain surgery. The family's attorney describes a religious family more focused on getting answers than seeking revenge- for now. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay
Robert Froberg expected to plead guilty this week in Morgan Violi's murder
Nearly 30 years after her kidnapping, a change of plea hearing is set for Wednesday- the case now one step closer to seeing justice. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Are you
Records show Henry County EMS knew its defibrillators were failing. A man died. Now the state's highest court is deciding if anyone has to answer for it.
Luke Hinkel died when a Henry County defibrillator failed. Seven years of litigation later, the Kentucky Supreme Court may decide no one has to answer for it. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and
"That's just an incentive to run": A family's fight for accountability after hit-and-run death
The accused hit-and-run driver- Aldwin Jackson- faces two Class D felonies, and up to ten years if convicted and fully penalized on both. The victim's father says that's not enough. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-
"Prove it to us": Inside the fight over a 4% cut that could reshape life for Kentuckians with disabilities
Louisville nonprofits serving Kentuckians with intellectual and developmental disabilities say they can't get a straight answer on who's really behind the cut- or why it's their funding on the chopping block. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent,
Berea bank shooting suspect indicted on murder charges, AG will seek death penalty
Brailen Weaver now faces capital murder charges in state court, months after the deadly shooting left two U.S. Bank employees dead. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Are you new here?
Kentucky's new railroad vegetation law takes effect today. One family went to check if it mattered.
Three years after her son Hunter's death, Tanya Serna returned to the Kraft Road crossing- and found the same overgrowth that made it a "blind spot" in 2020. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to
