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Shay McAlister

Shay McAlister

Shay McAlister is an award-winning journalist and founder of Shay Informed. After a decade as a reporter and anchor, she launched her ad-free, subscription-based outlet in 2025 to focus on accountability journalism and victim-centric reporting.

Sweat, sacrifice & sweet success; the story behind Louisville's top dessert shop — Nicolee Burks and her fiance Roberto Davila, owners of Big Nita Cheesecakes

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Sweat, sacrifice & sweet success; the story behind Louisville's top dessert shop

Big Nita's Cheesecakes sells out every day they're open. The business has gone "viral" more than once, bringing in customers from across the country. But this business was born out of desperation and the owners never forget that. "I'm Shay McAlister,

By Shay McAlister • 11 min read

Kentucky Fish and Wildlife euthanizes 20+ deer at Meade Co. wildlife center — Credit: Broadbent Wildlife Sanctuary Facebook

Covering Kentucky

Kentucky Fish and Wildlife euthanizes 20+ deer at Meade Co. wildlife center

The agency confirmed late Tuesday that the animals were euthanized at the Broadbent Wildlife Sanctuary to prevent the spread of Chronic Wasting Disease. "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

By Shay McAlister • 3 min read

WATCH: firefighters, soldiers, family and nurses line the hospital hall for honor walk

Covering Kentucky

WATCH: firefighters, soldiers, family and nurses line the hospital hall for honor walk

Brian Hatt's life dedicated to service ended on Tuesday, with one final gift of generosity. He was an organ donor, and was wheeled into surgery surrounded by support. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism

By Shay McAlister • 2 min read

KY volunteer firefighter becomes organ donor after on-duty crash

Covering Kentucky

KY volunteer firefighter becomes organ donor after on-duty crash

Brian Hatt will receive an honor walk on Tuesday afternoon when he is taken into surgery to become an organ donor, according to a Raywick Fire Department Spokesperson. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion

By Shay McAlister • 2 min read

30 years later: KY mother fights for truth in daughter's disappearance case — Heather Teague was 23 years old when she disappeared

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30 years later: KY mother fights for truth in daughter's disappearance case

Tuesday marks 30 years since Sarah Teague got a phone call that would change her life forever. Three decades later, she says she feels no closer to getting answers. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with

By Shay McAlister • 7 min read

Improvements underway for one Louisville's biggest traffic headaches — Photo by Adam Donshik / Unsplash

Covering Kentucky

Improvements underway for one Louisville's biggest traffic headaches

The I-264 interchange at Brownsboro has become notorious in recent years for causing major traffic backups in all directions, at all hours. "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

By Shay McAlister • 2 min read

Body of prime suspect exhumed in KY cold case, one day shy of the 30-year mark

Covering Kentucky

Body of prime suspect exhumed in KY cold case, one day shy of the 30-year mark

Kentucky State Police confirm Marty Dill's body was exhumed this morning, and DNA was collected for testing in the Heather Teague case.

By Shay McAlister • 3 min read

Crystal Rogers case; Former Nelson Co. Detective Jon Snow called to sentencing — Credit: Oxygen

Bardstown Cases

Crystal Rogers case; Former Nelson Co. Detective Jon Snow called to sentencing

According to court documents released Monday, the man who led the investigation for the first five years after Crystal was reported missing will be at sentencing next month. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion

By Shay McAlister • 3 min read

Marion Co. volunteer firefighters facing life-threatening injuries after crash

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Marion Co. volunteer firefighters facing life-threatening injuries after crash

Family has identified Brian Hatt as one of the two firefighters hurt in the crash. He is now in a medically induced coma at University Hospital in downtown Louisville. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with

By Shay McAlister • 2 min read

Legendary jockey Ron Turcotte, who rode Secretariat, dies at 84 — Credit: Churchill Downs PR

National News Hitting Home

Legendary jockey Ron Turcotte, who rode Secretariat, dies at 84

His family has announced that the Hall of Fame jockey who clinched the Triple Crown on the back of Secretariat died at his home last week. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity.

By Shay McAlister • 2 min read

Canada drops some retaliatory tariffs- why this is good news for Kentucky — Photo by Katherine Conrad / Unsplash

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Canada drops some retaliatory tariffs- why this is good news for Kentucky

Canadian leaders announced Friday the country was dropping most of its counter-tariffs on U.S. goods, including Kentucky bourbon. "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

Sweater weather?! Not quite... but next week will be a big improvement! — Photo by Matt / Unsplash

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Sweater weather?! Not quite... but next week will be a big improvement!

The National Weather Service is forecasting cooler temps, less humidity and an overall beautiful week for Kentuckiana! "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

By Shay McAlister • 2 min read