Photo by Scott Graham / Unsplash Covering Kentucky Kentucky leaders pass new law aimed at lowering your utility and mortgage costs Governor Andy Beshear signed two new pieces of legislation this week that could put more money back in Kentuckians' pockets. "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 By Shay McAlister • 2 min read
Photo by Dawn McDonald / Unsplash National News Hitting Home No gas tax for 30 days- here's what Indiana drivers need to know Indiana Governor Mike Braun is giving drivers a break- at least for now. Braun announced a 30-day suspension of the state's 7% usage tax on fuel, framing it as emergency relief for Hoosiers struggling with high gas prices. The governor issued an emergency declaration to trigger the holiday, By Shay McAlister • 1 min read
Bardstown Cases Circumstantial Episode 8: "This man is guilty of murder" The judge laid out the entire case against Brooks Houck. The defense asked the jury to send him home to his son. And behind the scenes, attorneys debated whether to dismiss a juror who slept through the evidence. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an By Shay McAlister • 6 min read
Covering Kentucky 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 By Shay McAlister • 8 min read
Photo by Artem Beliaikin / Unsplash Covering Kentucky 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 By Shay McAlister • 2 min read
Brooks Houck's attorneys- Steve Schroering and Brian Butler Bardstown Cases 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 By Shay McAlister • 7 min read
Photo by Annie Spratt / Unsplash Shay Originals 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 By Shay McAlister • 10 min read
Bardstown Cases 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 By Shay McAlister • 6 min read
Covering Kentucky 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 By Shay McAlister • 8 min read
Bardstown Cases 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 By Shay McAlister • 5 min read
Covering Kentucky 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? Sign By Shay McAlister • 5 min read
Bardstown Cases 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: By Shay McAlister • 6 min read
