Covering Kentucky Part of I-65 is reopening early- here's what that means for your commute Good news for Louisville drivers who've been navigating detours since June 1: a two-mile stretch of southbound I-65 is set to reopen ahead of schedule. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with By Shay McAlister • 3 min read
TaNaa Griffin, a former Lee Specialty Clinic staff member and her brother, a current patient Covering Kentucky "He was sent home to die": A federal law, a state budget, and the fight to save Kentucky's only specialty clinic for people with disabilities A chain of decisions- from Washington to Frankfort- has left more than 1,300 Kentuckians with intellectual and developmental disabilities facing the loss of the only specialty clinic in the state equipped to care for them. Now the governor says he has a temporary fix. "I'm Shay By Shay McAlister • 9 min read
Covering Kentucky Shots fired, bars blamed: The battle over who's really responsible for Bardstown Road Two people were shot, dozens of people were arrested, and one business was penalized. But now that business is pushing back, pointing to a bigger problem. "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 • 7 min read
Nathan Stotts' booking photo at Louisville Metro Corrections Covering Kentucky Former LMPD officer charged in shooting of unarmed man pleads not guilty Nathan Stotts appeared in court Monday morning for his arraignment hearing. "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 By Shay McAlister • 3 min read
Shay Originals Kentucky's child welfare watchdog says the system has 'a culture of secrecy' Kentucky's State Auditor says the state failed Miya Rudd- and that only one person has the power to force real change. "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 • 13 min read
Covering Kentucky Superintendent breaks his silence on the Gaither settlement- lays out the legal risks Dr. Joshua Matthews has a lot he says he can't talk about. This morning, he tried to explain what he can. "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 • 6 min read
Bardstown Cases Nick Houck appears in court- without a lawyer and 'no idea' why he's been charged A chaotic arraignment, a missing attorney, and a motion to correct a key date set the stage for a July 2nd hearing. 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 available to By Shay McAlister • 10 min read
Bardstown Cases Nick Houck heads to court: what to know before the arraignment Arraignment is set for 9 a.m. in Nelson Circuit Court. Here's where things stand. I'll be in the courthouse, and when I walk out, paid subscribers will be the first to hear what happened. My full post-court analysis- and any interviews I'm By Shay McAlister • 4 min read
Covering Kentucky Kentucky State Police confirm active investigation into former Shelby County coach Kentucky State Police are asking for the public's help with an active investigation into a high school basketball coach accused of sexual misconduct. "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
Shay Originals Introducing One More Question- Kentucky journalism that goes deeper If you've been a Shay Informed reader for any length of time, you already know the drill: I use this site to go deeper. To ask the questions others forget. To stay focused on a story that isn't done being told. That's the inspiration By Shay McAlister • 2 min read
Covering Kentucky Families speak out as fight to save Lee Specialty Clinic grows: 'People are going to die' A retired couple. A sister turned activist. And a rally in Frankfort that's growing by the hour. "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 • 7 min read
Shay Originals From trafficked to trailblazer: the woman fighting to open Louisville's first home for survivors Jennifer Beagle spent nearly eight years on the streets. Today, 24 years sober, she's one signature away from opening Louisville's first long-term residential home for survivors of human trafficking. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform By Shay McAlister • 7 min read
