Covering Kentucky Louisville gets new sheriff and county clerk after loss of two longtime public servants Two experienced Louisville leaders step into crucial roles left vacant by beloved public servants. "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 newsletter or subscribe to By Shay McAlister • 2 min read
Credit: Kentucky Department of Corrections Covering Kentucky Joseph Lawson starts prison sentence at eastern Kentucky penitentiary Joseph Lawson has been transferred to the Little Sandy Correctional Complex, where he will serve his 25-year prison sentence. "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 • 3 min read
Photo by Karl Callwood / Unsplash National News Hitting Home Who pays the price when the government shuts down? Two local women share their stories The federal government shutdown has left Hoosiers like Census Bureau worker Shea Norton without a paycheck and Kentuckians like disabled patient Tammy Chittenden without access to life-saving telehealth services through Medicare. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism By Shay McAlister • 5 min read
Photo by Adam Michael Szuscik / Unsplash National News Hitting Home First government shutdown in seven years now in effect Senate Democrats voted down a Republican measure to fund the government, 55-45, sending the federal government into a shutdown at midnight Wednesday. "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 • 2 min read
Photo by Kimberly Farmer / Unsplash Covering Kentucky JCPS budget crisis: what the district is protecting, and what's on the chopping block JCPS Superintendent Brian Yearwood put it simply: "This is not a situation we should be in". "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 • 4 min read
Covering Kentucky "He was doing what he loved": Kentucky mom mourns son lost in fishing tragedy Sara Hughes reached out to me to share more about her son Peyton and the incredible legacy he leaves behind. "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 By Shay McAlister • 3 min read
Bardstown Cases Both Steve and Joseph Lawson have filed a notice of appeal; so, what happens now? Two of the three men convicted in the death of Crystal Rogers have filed court documents telling the court they intend to appeal their convictions. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Are you By Shay McAlister • 6 min read
Credit: Indiana Department of Corrections National News Hitting Home Execution date set for Indiana death row inmate convicted of brutal rape and murder of teen Governor Mike Braun has followed the recommendation of the Indiana Parole Board, allowing the execution Roy Lee Ward. "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 • 4 min read
National News Hitting Home What Kentucky lawmakers are saying about a possible government shutdown As of midday Tuesday, politicians in Washington are still sparring over details of how to fund the US government. "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 • 3 min read
Jessica Dishon Covering Kentucky A garden to remember Jessica, a place to save others What started as an idea on a drive home from work has become a mission: a memorial garden that remembers Jessica Dishon while quietly offering a lifeline to others facing abuse. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism By Shay McAlister • 5 min read
Credit: McCracken County Jail Covering Kentucky 'We knew this would happen': family of Kentucky double murder suspect speaks out When Joshua Cottrell's family saw his face on the news last week, charged with the double murder of his girlfriend and her 13-year-old daughter, their first thought wasn't shock- it was confirmation of their worst fears. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay By Shay McAlister • 5 min read
Photo by Delhieye centre / Unsplash Covering Kentucky Humana billing dispute blocks access to vision surgery for Kentucky seniors across the state The impact has been swift and severe, according to the Kentucky Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons, with dozens of ophthalmology practices impacted across the state. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. Are By Shay McAlister • 5 min read
