Covering Kentucky 'I hate you'; After 30 years, Morgan Violi's family faces her killer Robert Froberg pleaded guilty to kidnapping and murdering 7-year-old Morgan Violi in federal court Monday. He will spend the rest of his life in prison. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. - Before they walked into federal court, Morgan Violi's family held on to each other and prayed outside the By Shay McAlister • 9 min read
Photo by Luke Michael / Unsplash Covering Kentucky Early voting is surging in Kentucky, up more than 30% since the last midterm Kentucky voters are showing up to cast their ballots, resulting in a nearly 30% increase since 2023. 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 • 3 min read
Covering Kentucky Before you vote: Louisville’s mayoral candidates answer the same five questions I asked both candidates for Louisville mayor the same five questions. Questions I don't think anyone else has asked. Here's what they said. I'm Independent Journalist Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed. I believe some stories are too important to stay behind a By Shay McAlister • 8 min read
Credit: Paintsville Police Department Covering Kentucky Eastern Kentucky man charged after mother’s body found in home, police say she died months earlier A welfare check led to a body, a week-long investigation, and a list of charges that includes 17 counts of forgery. 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
Credit: Jefferson Family Court Covering Kentucky Louisville family court judge agrees to suspension after misconduct findings The Judicial Conduct Commission says Judge Lauren Ogden failed to uphold due process, impartiality, and courtroom decorum in multiple cases. 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 • 4 min read
Photo by CDC / Unsplash Covering Kentucky Oldham leads, JCPS trails: Where your district ranks on Kentucky’s report card Yellow is the most common rating in our area, but a few districts are pulling ahead and one is still working to move up. 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
Photo by John Cardamone / Unsplash Covering Kentucky LaRue County family sues five school employees over alleged abuse on a school bus The lawsuit accuses a bus monitor and bus driver of turning a blind eye to the abuse on a special needs bus. 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 30 lawyers, one judge and a fight over evidence: The UPS crash lawsuits get their first day in court Plaintiffs say Boeing and UPS are holding back what they've told federal investigators, and that victims shouldn't have to wait a year to learn why their loved ones died. For Grade A Autoparts Manager Manuel Leos, the wait is both painful and angering. Another story dives By Shay McAlister • 4 min read
Credit: WKYT Covering Kentucky Booker and Barr trade sharp words in Lexington as the race for McConnell’s seat heats up Republican U.S. Senate nominee Andy Barr and Democratic nominee Charles Booker defended their policies and plans in a one-hour live televised debate. 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 • 4 min read
Covering Kentucky Former UK student sentenced to 10 years in prison for death of newborn son Laken Snelling was officially sentenced Friday morning in Lexington. 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 the mission and By Shay McAlister • 1 min read
Covering Kentucky 'It’s so hard to let go'; Louisville staple since 1983, closes for good By Shay McAlister • 2 min read
Photo by Fusion Medical Animation / Unsplash Covering Kentucky Kentucky measles outbreak climbs to 167 cases, nearly all in unvaccinated people State health officials say the outbreak is concentrated in close-knit, under-vaccinated communities. 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 By Shay McAlister • 2 min read
