Covering Kentucky Ex-Louisville Metro Police detective ordered to report to prison Brett Hankison has been ordered to report to prison on Thursday in connection with his federal conviction for violating Breonna Taylor’s civil rights. "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 • 1 min read
Credit: Kentucky Department of Corrections Covering Kentucky Controversial release triggers threats against Kentucky Parole Board Kentucky State Police confirm the agency is investigating after members of the state's Parole Board received violent threats and had their personal information posted online in recent days, authorities announced. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest By Shay McAlister • 2 min read
Credit: Amy McGrath Facebook Covering Kentucky Amy McGrath announces new campaign for Mitch McConnell's Senate seat "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 support our mission. Democrat Amy McGrath announced Monday she is running for Mitch McConnell& By Shay McAlister • 2 min read
Photo by Paolo Aldrighetti / Unsplash Covering Kentucky Government shutdown interrupts Kentucky high school sports Football teams at Fort Campbell and Fort Knox high schools were sidelined Friday after the government shutdown paused extracurricular activities at the schools for military families. "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 • 2 min read
Covering Kentucky Norton Healthcare and Cigna reach last-minute agreement, ending dispute that threatened care for thousands Norton Healthcare and Cigna Healthcare announced Thursday they have reached a new agreement, effective Oct. 1. "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 By Shay McAlister • 2 min read
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 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
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
