CREDIT: Louisville International Airport Covering Kentucky Louisville International Airport announces three new non-stop flights Breeze Airways is expanding service to include three new cities, making non-stop flights to 41 destinations. "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 By Shay McAlister • 2 min read
Covering Kentucky Animal abusers in Kentucky face almost no consequences. Advocates head to Frankfort to demand better. Kentucky ranks 47th for animal protection laws, allowing abuse and neglect to fester across the commonwealth. "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 By Shay McAlister • 5 min read
Photo by Krista Bennett / Unsplash Covering Kentucky Dangerous cold grips Kentucky, as thousands remain without power The snow and ice are done moving through our area, but the bitter air left behind can pose even bigger threats. "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 • 3 min read
Covering Kentucky What the JCPS Superintendent told me about the new budget (and what he couldn't answer) Superintendent Dr. Brian Yearwood says it's "still not very clear" how the district got into this mess. But he is making sweeping changes in an effort to prevent the district from going broke. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, By Shay McAlister • 8 min read
CREDIT: National Weather Service Covering Kentucky Kentucky braces for major winter storm as Beshear declares State of Emergency The National Weather Service is predicting widespread snowfall and ice across the state. Southern Kentucky is also bracing for significant ice accumulations. "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 • 3 min read
Covering Kentucky Say goodbye to Mid City Mall, hello to Mid City Market Developer 'Branch Properties' revealed the new vision for Mid City Mall, which includes a Publix, public library, and retail space that hopes to attract local and national businesses. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with By Shay McAlister • 5 min read
CREDIT: Kentucky State Police Covering Kentucky He fled the country to avoid prison. Kentucky brought him back. A Grayson County child sex offender who disappeared before his September sentencing has been captured and brought back to Kentucky to face justice. "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? By Shay McAlister • 3 min read
Covering Kentucky JCPS Board accepts historic budget cuts, saves mental health staff after marathon meeting What happened at last night's meeting, and what it means for your child's school. "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 • 6 min read
Covering Kentucky Shelby County Schools fires basketball coach, sets timeline for policy reforms Anonymous reporting system, outside investigators, and required training all have scheduled timelines. "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 • 5 min read
Covering Kentucky Shelby County Schools fires basketball coach after sexual misconduct investigation Chris Gaither has been terminated from Shelby County Schools. "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 By Shay McAlister • 6 min read
Mulac as Special Agent Patrick Mullaney; CREDIT: DMW Covering Kentucky He chose family over Hollywood. Then Hollywood came to Louisville. How Kentucky's film tax incentive brought a major motion picture- and local dreams- to life. "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 • 4 min read
Covering Kentucky Kentucky lawmakers push to criminalize child grooming before abuse occurs The legislation would fill a gap in the current law, targeting predatory behavior that leads to sexual abuse. "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 • 7 min read