Credit: Louisville Regional Airport Authority Covering Kentucky Louisville's airports report a record year, making international travel a real possibility By Shay McAlister • 5 min read
Covering Kentucky 'Monster on the run'; police looking for man convicted of sex crimes against children William Carter was set to be sentenced Tuesday morning but did not show up to court. "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 • 3 min read
Brian Epperson appeared over video from the Clark County Detention Center Covering Kentucky KY man tied to three suspicious overdose deaths pleads not guilty in court By Shay McAlister • 3 min read
Photo by Zaini Izzuddin / Unsplash Covering Kentucky Reading revival; JCPS sees library use soar in response to cell-phone ban According to the school district, JCPS students have checked out a record number of books in the first two weeks of 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 By Shay McAlister • 2 min read
Photo by Aaron Burden / Unsplash Covering Kentucky The meaning behind Labor Day and how Kentuckiana celebrates You know, Labor Day isn't just another long weekend- it actually has some pretty meaningful roots. "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
Covering Kentucky 'Joy and distraction'; family requests cards for Louisville toddler undergoing risky surgery Reid was born with a rare birth defect that has impacted almost every part of his life. Now, he's scheduled for a major surgery, and his family is asking for help encouraging him during the tough recovery. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: By Shay McAlister • 3 min read
Credit: Kentucky Lottery Covering Kentucky Another night, another no-winner; Powerball jackpot explodes to $950 million! We're officially approaching the billion-dollar club, folks. "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. It happened By Shay McAlister • 3 min read
Credit: KYTC Covering Kentucky Get ready for major traffic changes: I-65 bridge project will close interstate for two months If you drive through downtown Louisville regularly, you'll want to mark your calendar for summer 2026. "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
Credit: Broadbent Wildlife Sanctuary Facebook Covering Kentucky Kentucky Fish and Wildlife euthanizes 20+ deer at Meade Co. wildlife center The agency confirmed late Tuesday that the animals were euthanized at the Broadbent Wildlife Sanctuary to prevent the spread of Chronic Wasting Disease. "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 WATCH: firefighters, soldiers, family and nurses line the hospital hall for honor walk Brian Hatt's life dedicated to service ended on Tuesday, with one final gift of generosity. He was an organ donor, and was wheeled into surgery surrounded by support. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with By Shay McAlister • 2 min read
Covering Kentucky KY volunteer firefighter becomes organ donor after on-duty crash Brian Hatt will receive an honor walk on Tuesday afternoon when he is taken into surgery to become an organ donor, according to a Raywick Fire Department Spokesperson. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and By Shay McAlister • 2 min read
Photo by Adam Donshik / Unsplash Covering Kentucky Improvements underway for one Louisville's biggest traffic headaches The I-264 interchange at Brownsboro has become notorious in recent years for causing major traffic backups in all directions, at all hours. "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
