Covering Kentucky Body of prime suspect exhumed in KY cold case, one day shy of the 30-year mark Kentucky State Police confirm Marty Dill's body was exhumed this morning, and DNA was collected for testing in the Heather Teague case. By Shay McAlister • 3 min read
Covering Kentucky Marion Co. volunteer firefighters facing life-threatening injuries after crash Family has identified Brian Hatt as one of the two firefighters hurt in the crash. He is now in a medically induced coma at University Hospital in downtown Louisville. "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
Photo by Matt / Unsplash Covering Kentucky Sweater weather?! Not quite... but next week will be a big improvement! The National Weather Service is forecasting cooler temps, less humidity and an overall beautiful week for Kentuckiana! "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 By Shay McAlister • 2 min read
Covering Kentucky 'We failed Jayden Spicer'; Lexington priest covers funeral costs, calls for change Fr. Jim Sichko, a priest out of Lexington, picked up the bill for the funeral plus a proper burial and headstone for the little boy and his grandmother, who lovingly raised him until her death earlier this year. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an By Shay McAlister • 3 min read
Credit: Harvest Homecoming Facebook Covering Kentucky Harvest Homecoming eliminates rides at annual fall festival The Southern Indiana staple announced Thursday, they will be focused on what makes Harvest "truly unique"- including local food, live entertainment, arts and crafts and family friendly activities. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism By Shay McAlister • 2 min read
Covering Kentucky 'No case is ever truly cold'; Clarksville police make major arrest using DNA Clarksville Police detectives traveled to Georgia to to complete a DNA test that eventually led to an arrest in a 2013 double homicide. "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 • 2 min read
Photo by CDC / Unsplash Covering Kentucky JCPS pulls fresh milk from schools after complaints from students Parents were first notified on Wednesday after some students reported milk that "tasted funny". Cafeteria managers agreed and told Nutrition Services. "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 • 2 min read
Covering Kentucky Man convicted in horrific Breckinridge County rape case released from prison Ernie Pine was sentenced to 20 years in prison in 2009, after pleading guilty to multiple charges including rape and attempted murder. "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 Priscilla Du Preez 🇨🇦 / Unsplash Covering Kentucky 502 gets a friend: new area code coming to Louisville region The Kentucky Public Service Commission announced today that the Louisville metro area and Frankfort will receive a new area code in 2027. "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 Omar Lopez / Unsplash Covering Kentucky Indiana Department of Health reports spike in infant deaths, all linked to one thing The Indiana Department of Health issued an urgent public health alert Monday following a concerning surge in infant deaths linked to unsafe sleep environments, during August. "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 Jayden Spicer case: new charges, lingering questions According to court documents, Joshua Gross, who is married to Felicia Gross, has been indicted and charged in the 10-year-old's death and Felicia's charges have been upgraded. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism By Shay McAlister • 3 min read
Credit: LMPD Youtube page Covering Kentucky 'Our children should feel safe'; LMPD says eye witnesses staying silent is keeping killers on the streets Louisville Metro Police provided new details about two shootings in Louisville earlier this week, including one at a bus stop. In both shootings, young mothers were killed. "I'm Shay McAlister, and this is Shay Informed: an independent, ad-free platform dedicated to honest journalism with compassion and clarity. By Shay McAlister • 3 min read
