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Kentucky passed a lot of laws this session. Here's what actually matters.
Kentucky lawmakers are currently on a break while Governor Andy Beshear signs or vetoes bills sent to his desk. "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 the
You're not overreacting- Louisville has some of the worst allergies in the country
Allergies in Kentuckiana are no joke. Here's what a Louisville doctor says you should actually do to help it. "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
Circumstantial Episode 7: The defense strikes back
A cell phone expert says Steve and Joey weren't on the Bluegrass Parkway. A psychologist identifies 300+ coercive police tactics, calling witness testimony 'useless' and Brooks' sister takes the stand in her family's defense. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is
Vanished: Kentucky's hidden crisis of missing children in state custody
When the state promises to protect vulnerable kids but can't keep track of where they are, families are left searching- and the system offers few answers. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and
Circumstantial Episode 6: "Shave her head, pull her teeth and the hogs would do the rest"
The most horrific testimony of the trial. The witnesses who corroborated it. And the defense that nearly tore it all apart. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Circumstantial: The Crystal Rogers Trials is
The danger Kentucky parents don't see coming this spring break
A Louisville-area mother's mission to save lives after losing her son in 30 silent seconds "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 the free weekly
Circumstantial Episode 5: The white car
Hair similar to Crystal's. A cadaver dog hit. And the moment I learned the Houck family was talking about me on their jail calls, officials feared for my safety. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism
She lost her son at a rural railroad crossing; now she's taking on the industry
34 states require railroads to clear vegetation, but Kentucky isn't one of them. Now, Tanya Serna wants to change that. "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? SignCovering Kentucky
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Kentucky passed a lot of laws this session. Here's what actually matters.
Kentucky lawmakers are currently on a break while Governor Andy Beshear signs or vetoes bills sent to his desk. "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 the
You're not overreacting- Louisville has some of the worst allergies in the country
Allergies in Kentuckiana are no joke. Here's what a Louisville doctor says you should actually do to help it. "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
The danger Kentucky parents don't see coming this spring break
A Louisville-area mother's mission to save lives after losing her son in 30 silent seconds "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 the free weekly
She lost her son at a rural railroad crossing; now she's taking on the industry
34 states require railroads to clear vegetation, but Kentucky isn't one of them. Now, Tanya Serna wants to change that. "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? SignBardstown 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.
Circumstantial Episode 7: The defense strikes back
A cell phone expert says Steve and Joey weren't on the Bluegrass Parkway. A psychologist identifies 300+ coercive police tactics, calling witness testimony 'useless' and Brooks' sister takes the stand in her family's defense. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is
Circumstantial Episode 6: "Shave her head, pull her teeth and the hogs would do the rest"
The most horrific testimony of the trial. The witnesses who corroborated it. And the defense that nearly tore it all apart. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Circumstantial: The Crystal Rogers Trials is
Circumstantial Episode 5: The white car
Hair similar to Crystal's. A cadaver dog hit. And the moment I learned the Houck family was talking about me on their jail calls, officials feared for my safety. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism
Circumstantial Episode 4: The family conspiracy
Hidden audio devices. Coordinated phone calls. A brother who vanished for 24 hours. This wasn't one person committing murder. This was a family conspiracy. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Circumstantial:National News Hitting Home
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A Kentucky girl at heart: what to know about Nancy Guthrie's ties to the commonwealth
Nancy grew up in Fort Wright, a small city in Kenton County just south of Cincinnati. "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 the free weekly newsletter
Immigration policy creates confusion for Kentucky families in the midst of international adoption
Adoption is timely, stressful and almost always requires a stroke of luck. But now families are facing a new hurdle- mixed messages from the White House about who is allowed in the country. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to
Kentucky Senator demands independent investigation into fatal federal shooting in Minneapolis
Sen. Rand Paul said during a Wednesday interview that nobody who has watched the videos believes the protester was assaulting police when the shooting happened. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Are you
Feds pick Indiana as one of two new National Drone Test Sites
The move is being celebrated by Indiana's Congressional delegation, which pushed for designation, citing state's manufacturing base and military testing infrastructure "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Are youShay Originals
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Vanished: Kentucky's hidden crisis of missing children in state custody
When the state promises to protect vulnerable kids but can't keep track of where they are, families are left searching- and the system offers few answers. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and
New episode: the #1 killer of women (that nobody's talking about)
Heart disease is the number 1 killer of women, causing 1 in 3 deaths each year. It’s a third of our mothers, sisters, friends, neighbors, coworkers- a third of the women we can’t bear to live without. So why don't we talk about this more? "
In rural Kentucky, a 40 year old lifeline for mothers is about to disappear
The doctor who founded Fort Logan's birthing spa says the closure breaks a promise. The mothers counting on it say it could put lives at risk. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and
Ethan’s Law was supposed to protect Kentucky’s animals. So why isn’t it being used?
One year after Kentucky made the intentional torture of a dog or cat a felony, the man who fought for the law says the real battle is just beginning. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassionLatest Articles
Kentucky passed a lot of laws this session. Here's what actually matters.
Kentucky lawmakers are currently on a break while Governor Andy Beshear signs or vetoes bills sent to his desk. "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 the
You're not overreacting- Louisville has some of the worst allergies in the country
Allergies in Kentuckiana are no joke. Here's what a Louisville doctor says you should actually do to help it. "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
Circumstantial Episode 7: The defense strikes back
A cell phone expert says Steve and Joey weren't on the Bluegrass Parkway. A psychologist identifies 300+ coercive police tactics, calling witness testimony 'useless' and Brooks' sister takes the stand in her family's defense. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is
Vanished: Kentucky's hidden crisis of missing children in state custody
When the state promises to protect vulnerable kids but can't keep track of where they are, families are left searching- and the system offers few answers. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and
Circumstantial Episode 6: "Shave her head, pull her teeth and the hogs would do the rest"
The most horrific testimony of the trial. The witnesses who corroborated it. And the defense that nearly tore it all apart. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Circumstantial: The Crystal Rogers Trials is
The danger Kentucky parents don't see coming this spring break
A Louisville-area mother's mission to save lives after losing her son in 30 silent seconds "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 the free weekly
Circumstantial Episode 5: The white car
Hair similar to Crystal's. A cadaver dog hit. And the moment I learned the Houck family was talking about me on their jail calls, officials feared for my safety. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism
