Credit: Kristin Worthen Covering Kentucky Norton-Cigna contract dispute leaves families of medically complex children in limbo A Louisville mother of a heart transplant recipient fears losing access to the only pediatric hospital in the area, as the battle over rates continues. "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: Malone Funeral Home, McCracken County Jail Covering Kentucky KY man arrested charged with the double murder of his girlfriend, her daughter Kentucky State Police arrested Joshua Cottrell hours after finding his girlfriend and her daughter dead in their home. "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 • 3 min read
Credit: LMPD Facebook Covering Kentucky Kentucky Supreme Court just threw a wrench into Louisville's police reform efforts If you've been following police reform in Kentucky since Breonna Taylor's death, you probably thought the debate over no-knock warrants was settled. Think again. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and By Shay McAlister • 5 min read
Credit: Kentucky Veterans Parade Celebration Covering Kentucky Do you have a veteran hero in your life? KY Veterans Parade wants to hear about them The 15th annual Kentucky Veterans Parade and Celebration is looking for "Heroes Among Us" to honor at the big 15th anniversary celebration. "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
Dr. Brian Yearwood greets students on the first day of school; Credit: JCPS Covering Kentucky What JCPS parents need to know about the district's financial crisis If you're a Jefferson County Public Schools parent, you probably heard some alarming headlines after Monday night's school board meeting. Here's what's really happening with your child's school district and what it might mean for your family. "I' By Shay McAlister • 4 min read
Covering Kentucky Norton employees fired after inappropriate posts about Charlie Kirk By Shay McAlister • 3 min read
Credit: Give for Good Covering Kentucky 645 organizations, one day, millions of reasons to give Mark your calendars and open your hearts- Give for Good Louisville is back this Thursday, September 18th, and it's shaping up to be the biggest one yet! "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion By Shay McAlister • 2 min read
Covering Kentucky Two Louisville 911 heroes just got the recognition they deserve Two of our very own Louisville dispatchers just received a first-of-its-kind award for going way above and beyond the call of duty. "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 • 5 min read
Credit: Jefferson County Clerk's Office Covering Kentucky Jefferson County Clerk Bobbie Holsclaw dies after 26 years of service The Jefferson County Clerk's Office made the announcement on 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 up for the free newsletter or subscribe to support our By Shay McAlister • 2 min read
Photo by Wesley Tingey / Unsplash Covering Kentucky Louisville's most important elections are also its most ignored Now, a new political group- Louisville Judges Watch- aims to tackle what organizers see as a significant barrier to informed voting in judicial races. "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 • 5 min read
Credit: Norton Healthcare Covering Kentucky Norton and Cigna buy more time: contract extension gives patients breathing room If you're a Cigna member who relies on Norton Healthcare for your medical needs, you can breathe a little easier today. What initially appeared to be a major disruption to your healthcare coverage has received a temporary reprieve. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay By Shay McAlister • 3 min read
Photo by Annie Nyle / Unsplash Covering Kentucky Festivals, foliage and all things fall in Kentuckiana By Shay McAlister • 4 min read