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Nick Houck case: What happened in court and an unexpected face in the courtroom
A signed venue order, a new filing naming three grand jury dates, and Sherry Ballard's unfiltered reaction- everything from inside the courthouse. 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
What to expect when Nick Houck is back in court Friday
A venue decision, a possible new trial date, and a defense motion that could finally spell out the lie at the center of this case- all on the docket at 9am. Reminder... Court hearings like this one move fast, and a lot happens in that room that never makes it
Kentucky's Supreme Court just let prosecutors slip in one more argument against Brooks Houck
Months after the last brief was filed, a small procedural filing offers a rare glimpse of the case still in motion. 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
Kentucky measles outbreak hits worst level since 1991
More than two dozen confirmed cases prompt state health officials to urge unvaccinated Kentuckians to get the MMR shot. 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
He had access to every license plate in the city. Police say he used it to stalk the mother of his child.
Officer Asad Zahir is accused of using the department's license plate reader system to monitor a woman he shares a child with- a case now folded into a national reckoning over police misuse of Flock technology. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an
Nick Houck's attorney wants to know: What exactly did he lie about?
A new filing asks prosecutors to point to one lie among 33 recordings- before this case reaches a jury. "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
Follow the fix: supporting crime victims in Kentuckiana
Journalism doesn't only have to highlight the problems. Sometimes, it feels good to highlight the solutions. This week: supporting victims of crime. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Are you
Bullitt County school bus crash sends 12 students to local hospitals
The Bullitt County Sheriff's Office is investigating the Monday afternoon crash, which sent the driver and several students to area hospitals. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Are you newCovering Kentucky
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Kentucky measles outbreak hits worst level since 1991
More than two dozen confirmed cases prompt state health officials to urge unvaccinated Kentuckians to get the MMR shot. 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
He had access to every license plate in the city. Police say he used it to stalk the mother of his child.
Officer Asad Zahir is accused of using the department's license plate reader system to monitor a woman he shares a child with- a case now folded into a national reckoning over police misuse of Flock technology. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an
Bullitt County school bus crash sends 12 students to local hospitals
The Bullitt County Sheriff's Office is investigating the Monday afternoon crash, which sent the driver and several students to area hospitals. "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
Shelby County math teacher facing charges in a child exploitation case
Kentucky State Police say James Michael Powell, 41, shared child sexual abuse material online. "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 orBardstown 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.
Nick Houck case: What happened in court and an unexpected face in the courtroom
A signed venue order, a new filing naming three grand jury dates, and Sherry Ballard's unfiltered reaction- everything from inside the courthouse. 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
What to expect when Nick Houck is back in court Friday
A venue decision, a possible new trial date, and a defense motion that could finally spell out the lie at the center of this case- all on the docket at 9am. Reminder... Court hearings like this one move fast, and a lot happens in that room that never makes it
Kentucky's Supreme Court just let prosecutors slip in one more argument against Brooks Houck
Months after the last brief was filed, a small procedural filing offers a rare glimpse of the case still in motion. 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
Nick Houck's attorney wants to know: What exactly did he lie about?
A new filing asks prosecutors to point to one lie among 33 recordings- before this case reaches a jury. "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 forNational News Hitting Home
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Could flock cameras have solved these murders? Nelson County's sheriff believes so
Sheriff Ramon Pineiroa says the technology now under fire in Congress might have cracked the Jason Ellis and Kathy and Samantha Netherland cases years ago. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Are
Man with Louisville and Lexington ties added to FBI's Ten Most Wanted list
Gregory Henderson, Jr. is now the 542nd person ever added to the list, which the FBI created back in 1950 to help track down its most dangerous and elusive fugitives. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism
Kentucky's organ donation network faces federal decertification over safety failures
Agency cites years of unresolved safety failures; Network for Hope says it will appeal and warns thousands of transplant patients could be affected. "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
Beshear demands answers as McConnell's silence stretches to six weeks
With no direct word from McConnell in 43 days, Governor Andy Beshear tells senator to prove his capacity or step down. "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? SignShay Originals
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Follow the fix: supporting crime victims in Kentuckiana
Journalism doesn't only have to highlight the problems. Sometimes, it feels good to highlight the solutions. This week: supporting victims of crime. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Are you
A year ago, I bet on me and started Shay Informed. Here's what happened.
The wins, the lessons, and what comes next. "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 or subscribe to support our mission and
Postpartum psychosis is rare. Postpartum moms falling through the cracks isn't.
A conversation about postpartum mental illness, prompted by- but not about- Lindsay Clancy. I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. I believe some stories are too important to stay behind a paywall. That'
Follow the fix: a new series highlighting the change-makers
Journalism doesn't only have to highlight the problems. Sometimes, it feels good to highlight the solutions. First up: homelessness and housing. "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
Nick Houck case: What happened in court and an unexpected face in the courtroom
A signed venue order, a new filing naming three grand jury dates, and Sherry Ballard's unfiltered reaction- everything from inside the courthouse. 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
What to expect when Nick Houck is back in court Friday
A venue decision, a possible new trial date, and a defense motion that could finally spell out the lie at the center of this case- all on the docket at 9am. Reminder... Court hearings like this one move fast, and a lot happens in that room that never makes it
Kentucky's Supreme Court just let prosecutors slip in one more argument against Brooks Houck
Months after the last brief was filed, a small procedural filing offers a rare glimpse of the case still in motion. 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
Kentucky measles outbreak hits worst level since 1991
More than two dozen confirmed cases prompt state health officials to urge unvaccinated Kentuckians to get the MMR shot. 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
He had access to every license plate in the city. Police say he used it to stalk the mother of his child.
Officer Asad Zahir is accused of using the department's license plate reader system to monitor a woman he shares a child with- a case now folded into a national reckoning over police misuse of Flock technology. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an
Nick Houck's attorney wants to know: What exactly did he lie about?
A new filing asks prosecutors to point to one lie among 33 recordings- before this case reaches a jury. "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
Follow the fix: supporting crime victims in Kentuckiana
Journalism doesn't only have to highlight the problems. Sometimes, it feels good to highlight the solutions. This week: supporting victims of crime. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Are you
