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Gov. Beshear declares state of emergency this weekend due to potential flooding
Gov. Beshear declares state of emergency this weekend due to potential flooding
February 14, 2025
Danny Mendoza, an international relations sophomore, hangs up slips for the Hostile Terrain 94 exhibit on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025, at the Lewis Honors College in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
Hostile Terrain 94 memorializes migrants’ lives lost in the Sonoran Desert
February 14, 2025
Visitors take turns reading at the Love and Loss event on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025, at the LGBTQ Resource Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Brayden Finn | Staff
In memory of bell hooks: a talk about Love and Loss
February 14, 2025
Danny Mendoza, an international relations sophomore, sits back and sighs while working on the Hostile Terrain 94 exhibit on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025, at the Lewis Honors College in Lexington, Kentucky. Each slip of paper on the exhibit represents a life that was lost, trying to cross the border between Mexico and the Sonoran Dessert of Arizona, from 1994-2023. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
PHOTOS: Hostile Terrain 94 commemorates the loss of migrants’ lives
February 13, 2025
University of Kentucky Student Government Association senate executive council members discuss the Y’all Means All resolution, on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, in the E. Britt Brockman Senate Chamber in the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Casey Sebastiano | Staff
UKSGA puts off resolution reaffirming commitment to inclusivity amid anti-DEI legislation
February 13, 2025
Danny Mendoza, an international relations sophomore, hangs up slips for the Hostile Terrain 94 exhibit on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025, at the Lewis Honors College in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
Hostile Terrain 94 memorializes migrants’ lives lost in the Sonoran Desert
February 14, 2025
Visitors take turns reading at the Love and Loss event on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025, at the LGBTQ Resource Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Brayden Finn | Staff
In memory of bell hooks: a talk about Love and Loss
February 14, 2025
University of Kentucky Student Government Association senate executive council members discuss the Y’all Means All resolution, on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, in the E. Britt Brockman Senate Chamber in the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Casey Sebastiano | Staff
UKSGA puts off resolution reaffirming commitment to inclusivity amid anti-DEI legislation
February 13, 2025
Students gather around the wildcat statue to speak during a student protest on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Students ‘March for Justice’ against Trump’s latest executive orders
February 13, 2025
University stance, student opinions on UK’s DEI disbandment
University stance, student opinions on UK’s DEI disbandment
February 12, 2025
The class of 2026 fills the student section at Big Blue U on Friday, Aug. 19, 2022, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Kentucky Kernel
‘Healthier, wealthier, wiser Kentucky.’ The changing landscape of UK
August 25, 2022
The Albert B. Chandler Hospital on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
More people than ever are applying to the College of Medicine. Students and faculty have ideas about why
September 9, 2021
UK mandates weekly COVID-19 tests for unvaccinated faculty, staff and students
August 26, 2021
UK to require both vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals to wear masks indoors
August 6, 2021
Database breach discovered in UK College of Education; UK to implement new security measures
August 5, 2021
Gov. Beshear declares state of emergency this weekend due to potential flooding
Gov. Beshear declares state of emergency this weekend due to potential flooding
February 14, 2025
Visitors take turns reading at the Love and Loss event on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025, at the LGBTQ Resource Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Brayden Finn | Staff
In memory of bell hooks: a talk about Love and Loss
February 14, 2025
Danny Mendoza, an international relations sophomore, sits back and sighs while working on the Hostile Terrain 94 exhibit on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025, at the Lewis Honors College in Lexington, Kentucky. Each slip of paper on the exhibit represents a life that was lost, trying to cross the border between Mexico and the Sonoran Dessert of Arizona, from 1994-2023. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
PHOTOS: Hostile Terrain 94 commemorates the loss of migrants’ lives
February 13, 2025
Renee Freville a barkranger pets dogs during the Kentucky Humane Society puppy bowl watch party on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, at PG&J Dog Park Bar in Louisville, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
PHOTOS: Puppy Bowl watch party
February 13, 2025
A person dances with candles in hands at the Love Bites event on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, at Arabesque World Dance, in Lexington, Kentucky.
Love Bites, the Valentine’s Day show that bites back
February 13, 2025
Students gather around the wildcat statue to speak during a student protest on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Students ‘March for Justice’ against Trump’s latest executive orders
February 13, 2025
UK President Capilouto responds to NIH indirect cost policy change
UK President Capilouto responds to NIH indirect cost policy change
February 10, 2025
Kentucky sees impacts from bird flu
Kentucky sees impacts from bird flu
February 9, 2025
Protesters march down Main Street holding up signs on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025, in downtown Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
People of Lexington unite to protest for immigrant rights
January 28, 2025
Trump administration rescinds federal funding freeze
Trump administration rescinds federal funding freeze
January 28, 2025
University stance, student opinions on UK’s DEI disbandment
University stance, student opinions on UK’s DEI disbandment
February 12, 2025
Acting dean of the College of Education reappointed
Acting dean of the College of Education reappointed
December 19, 2024
University of Kentucky President Eli Capilouto speaks to the Kentucky Kernel editors in an interview on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024, at the Main Building in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
University President Eli Capilouto on campus safety, construction and tuition
November 19, 2024
President Eli Capilouto gives the president's report at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky, Board of Trustees Meeting in the Gatton Student Center, Harris Ballroom, Friday, Sep 13, 2024. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
Capilouto discusses record enrollment at UK Board of Trustees meeting
September 16, 2024
Shared governance stones outside of J. David Rosenberg College of Law Building on Monday, May 13, 2024 at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
UK Board of Trustees vote to adopt President’s Recommendation 6
June 24, 2024
Kernel sues UK over withheld records
Kernel sues UK over withheld records
November 25, 2024
Timothy Umstead's mugshot from the Fayette County jail website on Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024. Umstead was arrested on the night of Feb. 7, and he was booked on Feb. 8.
Former UK student’s weapon possession charges reduced
February 12, 2024
Thomas "Lofton" Hazelwood
‘He’s not gonna make it to serenades.’ The missing details of the Hazelwood investigation
November 17, 2022
Excerpts from UK's Student Code of Conduct investigation reveal FarmHouse Fraternity showed a “deeply ingrained culture of alcohol and hazing behaviors.”
UK’s FarmHouse Fraternity had a culture of hazing, investigations reveal
November 17, 2022
An anonymous tip, submitted to UK on September 19, 2020, via the incident reporting form, alleges that Delta Sigma Phi held an over-capacity party. A copy of the tip was obtained by the Kentucky Kernel via an open records request.
Multiple fraternities suspended for COVID-19 infractions
September 28, 2021
University of Kentucky Student Government Association senate executive council members discuss the Y’all Means All resolution, on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, in the E. Britt Brockman Senate Chamber in the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Casey Sebastiano | Staff
UKSGA puts off resolution reaffirming commitment to inclusivity amid anti-DEI legislation
February 13, 2025
University of Kentucky Student Government Association (UKSGA) senate executive council members address the student fee allocation committee roster during a full senate meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, in the E. Britt Brockman Senate Chamber in the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Hannah Piedad | Staff
UK SGA expands Senate seats, amendments made to Constitution
February 3, 2025
Freshman Senator Conner Brumley speaks to fellow University of Kentucky SGA members during the SGA Safety Alliance Caucus on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025, at the University of Kentucky Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
UK SGA holds first ‘Wildcats Safety Alliance Caucus’
January 17, 2025
Gabi Franzone, the Student Activities Board Executive Director of Event Management, hands out a coat, hat, and gloves at the annual Coats for Cats event on Nov. 13 held in the Center for Student Involvement in the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Annie Alvarez | Staff
‘Coats for Cats’ provides students with opportunity for winter gear
November 22, 2024
Former NBA player and Kentucky basketball player Rex Chapman speaks during SpeakBlue with Rex Chapman on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at the Singletary Center for the Arts in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
SAB and SGA present ‘Speak Blue’ featuring Rex Chapman
April 5, 2023
Saif Al-Khafaji was arrested by Louisville Airport police on a warrant issued in Fayette County. Al-Khafaji was charged with first-degree sexual abuse and second-degree indecent exposure. Photo sourced from WDRB.
Suspect arrested for reported on-campus sexual assault released from jail
November 24, 2024
Crime bulletin alerts campus community of 5th reported sexual assault
Crime bulletin alerts campus community of 5th reported sexual assault
November 15, 2024
Tape patches bullet holes in the Cornerstone Parking Structure window after a shooting at Raising Canes across Winslow Street on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
UKPD to increase safety measures, access to be limited for parking on campus
November 7, 2024
Tape patches bullet holes in the Cornerstone Parking Structure window after a shooting at Raising Canes across the street on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky.
Gunfire near UK campus sparks alert confusion, bullet holes found in building
November 3, 2024
Former UK student Sophia Rosing walks into her sentencing on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024, at the Robert F. Stephens Circuit Courthouse in Lexington, Kentucky. Rosing was sentenced to 12 months in jail for assaulting a student desk clerk in November 2022. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Former UK student sentenced to 12 months in jail after being arrested for assault in 2022
October 17, 2024
ROCK huddles to finish the roller derby practice on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025, at The Yard in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
The community behind the Roller Derby of Central Kentucky program
February 13, 2025
Tim and Ellie Harman, owners of High on Art and Coffee, pose together for a portrait on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, at their coffee shop in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
Local coffee shop sets a new standard for love in Lexington
February 13, 2025
Mark Cornelison steps out from the tent with a tin sheet used for a photo on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025, at Greyline Station in Lexington, Kentucky. His daughter, Elsie, sits and waits for Cornelison to finish working. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
Going back in time through photos: How a former photojournalist appreciates the past
February 11, 2025
Photos of Alexandria Landgraf and Wesley Omerso are posed on a table on Thursday, Jan. 31, 2025, at Blazer Dinning, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff
A string connects them: Couple proves that love defies distance
February 10, 2025
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli
The art and soul of theater: A backstage look
February 10, 2025
Kentucky infielder Patrick Herrera rounds third during the Kentucky vs Lipscomb baseball game on Friday, Mar. 1, 2024, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky, Kentucky won 7-4. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Missed opportunities cost Kentucky baseball in 3-1 loss to Lipscomb
February 14, 2025
Kentucky pitcher Robert Hogan pitches the ball during the Kentucky vs Tennessee baseball game on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 4-9. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky baseball 2025 bullpen deep dive
February 14, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Nick Mingione talks to reporters after the No. 18 Kentucky vs. Western Kentucky baseball game on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at Nick Denes Field in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Kentucky won 10-8. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Transfers deliver in Kentucky baseball debut in 11-0 mercy rule win over Lipscomb in 2025 season debut
February 14, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Georgia Amoore (3) shoots tough mid-range jump shot over Texas Longhorns guard Tori Harmon (3) during the Kentucky vs Texas women’s basketball game on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2024, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington Kentucky. Kentucky lost 67-49. Photo by Greysun Niehaus| Staff
PHOTOS: No. 8 Kentucky women’s basketball loses 67-49 to No. 3 Texas
February 14, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Georgia Amoore (3) goes up with the ball during the Kentucky vs. Auburn women’s basketball game on Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 80-61. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Breaking down No. 8 Kentucky women’s basketball’s path to first-ever win against No. 3 Texas
February 13, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Stoops shrugs during the Kentucky vs. Texas football game Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas. Kentucky lost 31-14. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kernel at the Buzzer: A Long Road Ahead
December 8, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats forward Andrew Carr (7) and Kentucky Wildcats guard Kerr Kriisa (77) hug after a timeout was called during the basketball game vs. Lipscomb Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: A New Era
November 22, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats guard Jaxson Robinson (2) celebrates with Kentucky Wildcats center Amari Williams (22) after defeating Duke during the basketball game vs. Duke on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024, at State Farm Arena in Atlanta , Georgia . Kentucky won 77-72 Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: Popes and Devils
November 15, 2024
Kentucky wideout Fred Farrier II (13) jogs off the field during the football game vs. Auburn on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: Turning the Page
November 1, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats quarterback Brock Vandagriff (12) looks for an open receiver during the football game vs. Florida on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida. Kentucky lost 48-20. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: One Last Chance
October 25, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats guard Lamont Butler (1) dribbles the ball while looking for an open teammate during the basketball game vs. South Carolina on Saturday, Feb 8, 2025, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 80-57 Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Kentucky point guard Lamont Butler performs well in return against South Carolina
February 12, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats center Amari Williams (22) gets fouled while shooting the ball during the first half of the basketball game vs. South Carolina on Saturday, Feb 8, 2025, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Kentucky big men Amari Williams and Brandon Garrison prove vital in South Carolina win
February 12, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats forward Brandon Garrison (10) holds three fingers in the air after making a three-point shot during the basketball game vs. Tennessee on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2025, at Rupp Arena in Lexington. Kentucky won 75-64. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
PHOTOS: Kentucky defeats Tennessee 75-64
February 11, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats forward Brandon Garrison (10) celebrates after making a three-point shot during the first half of the basketball game vs. Tennessee on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2025, at Rupp Arena in Lexington. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
AT THE BUZZER: No. 15 Kentucky steps up, completes regular season sweep of No. 5 Tennessee
February 11, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Lamont Butler (1) dribbles the ball while looking for an open teammate during the basketball game vs. South Carolina on Saturday, Feb 8, 2025, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 80-57 Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
PHOTOS: Kentucky cruises past South Carolina 80-57
February 8, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Georgia Amoore (3) shoots tough mid-range jump shot over Texas Longhorns guard Tori Harmon (3) during the Kentucky vs Texas women’s basketball game on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2024, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington Kentucky. Kentucky lost 67-49. Photo by Greysun Niehaus| Staff
PHOTOS: No. 8 Kentucky women’s basketball loses 67-49 to No. 3 Texas
February 14, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Georgia Amoore (3) goes up with the ball during the Kentucky vs. Auburn women’s basketball game on Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 80-61. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Breaking down No. 8 Kentucky women’s basketball’s path to first-ever win against No. 3 Texas
February 13, 2025
Kentucky Women's Basketball discuss a play during the Kentucky vs Queens women’s basketball on Monday, Dec. 9, 2024, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 87-45. Photo by Mateo Smith Villafranco | Staff
No. 8 Kentucky women’s basketball stunned in Oxford by Ole Miss 66-57
February 12, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Georgia Amoore (3) brings up the ball during the Kentucky vs. Miss. St. women’s basketball game on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 91-69. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Georgia Amoore’s career-high 43 Points cements her place amongst Kentucky greats, ties single-game scoring record
February 8, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Georgia Amoore (3) goes up with the ball during the Kentucky vs Arkansas women’s basketball game on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 89-69. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
No. 12 Kentucky women’s basketball outshoots No. 13 Oklahoma 95-86 behind Amoore’s 43 points
February 2, 2025
A tribute graphic to Ben Christman. Graphic created by UNLV Athletics
Former Kentucky football lineman Ben Christman found dead at 21
February 12, 2025
Senior quarterback Mike Hartline looks for an open reciever while being pursued by defensive tackle Mister Cobble during the Blue White game at Commonwealth Stadium Saturday April 24, 2010. Photo by Scott Hannigan
FULL CIRCLE: Mike Hartline returns to Kentucky football as offensive analyst
February 8, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats linebacker Jamon Dumas-Johnson (2) prays before the start of the game before the game between Kentucky and South Carolina. Kentucky lost to South Carolina 31-6. Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Kentucky football star Jamon ‘Pop’ Dumas-Johnson to feature in East-West Shrine Bowl
January 30, 2025
Kentucky defensive back Maxwell Hairston catches his breath during the Kentucky vs. Missouri football game on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 38-21. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
Maxwell Hairston and Deone Walker to represent Kentucky at Reese’s Senior Bowl
January 28, 2025
Kentucky offensive coordinator Liam Coen coaches his team during an open practice in Lexington, Ky., Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Clubb)
Former Kentucky football Offensive Coordinator Liam Coen becomes head coach of NFL Jacksonville Jaguars
January 26, 2025
Kentucky infielder Patrick Herrera rounds third during the Kentucky vs Lipscomb baseball game on Friday, Mar. 1, 2024, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky, Kentucky won 7-4. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Missed opportunities cost Kentucky baseball in 3-1 loss to Lipscomb
February 14, 2025
Kentucky pitcher Robert Hogan pitches the ball during the Kentucky vs Tennessee baseball game on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 4-9. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky baseball 2025 bullpen deep dive
February 14, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Nick Mingione talks to reporters after the No. 18 Kentucky vs. Western Kentucky baseball game on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at Nick Denes Field in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Kentucky won 10-8. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Transfers deliver in Kentucky baseball debut in 11-0 mercy rule win over Lipscomb in 2025 season debut
February 14, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats shortstop Grant Smith awaits in the hole during the Kentucky vs. Morehead State baseball game on Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 9-5. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
Kentucky baseball not seeming to shy away from unpredictable nature ahead of 2025 season
February 12, 2025
Kentucky’s bench celebrates after an Oregon state player struck out. Kentucky beat Oregon State 3-2 to win the Lexington Super Regional and advance to the 2024 College World Series on Monday, June 10, 2024, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Cole Parke | Staff
Breaking down Kentucky baseball’s 2025 schedule ahead of opening day
February 12, 2025
Kentucky infielder Cassie Reasner high-fives Kentucky head coach Rachel Lawson during the Kentucky vs.Parkland softball game on Sunday, Sept. 23, 2023, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 9-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky softball Head Coach Rachel Lawson secures 600th victory with program
February 12, 2025
Kentucky pitcher Sydney Langdon pitches the ball during the No. 21 Kentucky vs. Bellarmine softball match on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
Kentucky softball run-rules Notre Dame 12-4 to wrap up season-opening day
February 9, 2025
Kentucky pitcher Sydney Langdon (33) pitches the ball during the No. 21 Kentucky vs. Bellarmine softball match on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
Kentucky softball kicks off 2025 season with 7-0 shutout of Pittsburgh
February 9, 2025
A Kentucky player slides into home during the No. 21 Kentucky vs. No. 3 LSU softball match on Friday, March 8, 2024, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 6-2. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky softball falls short in Stillwater Regional, ends 2024 season
May 22, 2024
Kentucky pitcher Alexia Lacatena (35) prepares to pitch the ball during the No. 21 Kentucky vs. No. 3 LSU softball match on Friday, March 8, 2024, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 6-2. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky softball selected for 15th straight NCAA Tournament, will play in Stillwater Regional
May 13, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats gymnast Isabella Magnelli performs her beam routine during the Kentucky vs Alabama gymnastics meet on Friday, Jan. 17, 2025, at Historical Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff
No. 8 Kentucky gymnastics puts on show on road, falls anyway at No. 1 Oklahoma
February 9, 2025
Skylar Killough-Wilhelm flips while on the beam during the Excite Night meet vs. Auburn on Friday, Jan. 31, 2025, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 197.050 Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
PHOTOS: Kentucky Gymnastics defeats Auburn 197.050 to 196.600
February 2, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats Gymnast, Skylar Killough-Wilhelm, performs her beam routine during Kentucky vs Alabama gymnastics meet on Friday, Jan. 17, 2025, at Historical Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won. Photo by Jack Stamats | Staff
No. 7 Kentucky gymnastics conquers No. 11 Auburn to wrap up Excite Night in Lexington
February 1, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats Gymnast, Jillian Procasky, performs her floor routine during Kentucky vs Alabama gymnastics meet on Friday, Jan. 17, 2025, at Historical Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won. Photo by Jack Stamats | Staff
No. 6 Kentucky gymnastics upset in SEC road opener by No. 11 Missouri at Retro Cat Classic
January 27, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats gymnast Isabella Magnelli celebrates after her vault routine during the Kentucky vs Alabama gymnastics meet on Friday, Jan. 17, 2025, at Historical Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff
PHOTOS: No. 8 Kentucky gymnastics bests No. 3 Alabama
January 18, 2025
Kentucky sophomore Zoe Hammond celebrates after winning a point during the Kentucky vs Wichita State women's tennis match on Friday, Feb. 9, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-2. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky women’s tennis earns dominant victory at Kansas State
February 9, 2025
Kentucky freshman Julia Zhu hits the ball during the Kentucky vs Wichita State women's tennis match on Friday, Feb. 9, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-2. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky women’s tennis suffers close loss against the Shockers at Wichita State
February 9, 2025
Martin Breysach screams after he scored a point during the tennis match vs. Memphis on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-3 Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
No. 8 Kentucky men’s tennis sweeps Louisville, claims 30th straight victory against the Cardinals
February 3, 2025
Charlelie Cosnet screams after he won his set during the tennis match vs. Memphis on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-3 Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
No. 8 Kentucky men’s tennis survives scare, downs Memphis 4-3 in Lexington
January 31, 2025
Sophomore Jaden Weekes returns a ball to DePaul's Verma at the Hillary J. Boone Tennis Facility on Friday, May 3, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky. Jaden wins his first set 6-3 while the second remains unfinished at 3-3.
No. 12 Kentucky men’s tennis sweeps ITA Kickoff Weekend, Santa Clara and No. 20 Arizona State
January 26, 2025
University of Kentucky rifle team members aim at their targets during the Kentucky vs. West Virginia rifle match on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, at Baker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 4749 to 4716. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
No. 3 Kentucky rifle loses in a nailbiter to No. 1 West Virginia
February 12, 2025
Kentucky fifth year Jaden Thompson lines up a shot during the Kentucky vs. Ole Miss rifle match on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023, at the Buell Armory in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4718-4707. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
No. 3 Kentucky rifle suffers first loss of 2024-25 season at No. 2 Alaska Fairbanks
February 3, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats Rifle head coach Harry Mullins gives a speech after the Kentucky vs. Morehead State rifle NCAA Qualifier on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Barker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky finished with a 4716 qualifying score. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
No. 1 Kentucky rifle defeats No. 10 Memphis thanks to strong performance by Braden Peiser
January 21, 2025
Kentucky fifth year Emmie Sellers and junior Allison Buesseler prepare shots during the Kentucky vs. Ole Miss rifle match on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023, at the Buell Armory in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4718-4707. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
No. 1 Kenutcky rifle bests No. 5 Murray State to remain undefeated
January 21, 2025
Kentucky players line up their shots during the Kentucky vs. Ole Miss rifle match on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023, at the Buell Armory in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4718-4707. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
THRILLER: No. 1 Kentucky rifle outlasts No. 8 Georgia Southern to remain undefeated
January 12, 2025
Members of the Kentucky STUNT team compete during the Kentucky vs. Alma STUNT game on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at the Clive M. Beck Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Alma won 17-13. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
Kentucky STUNT sweeps Bluegrass Classic to open 2025 season
February 8, 2025
Inside Memorial Coliseum while renovations are being done Friday, July 12, 2024, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Construction at Memorial Coliseum continues as fall rapidly approaches
July 13, 2024
The Kentucky STUNT team celebrates during the Kentucky vs. Alma STUNT game on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at the Clive M. Beck Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Alma won 17-13. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
Kentucky STUNT finishes 2024 season as national runner up
April 16, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats junior Gabbi Freeman competes during the Kentucky vs. Michigan State STUNT game on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Michigan State won 15-14. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky STUNT sweeps weekend in Ashland ahead of National Championship
April 7, 2024
Jocelyn Zerr (#19) and Chloe Lynch (#17) compete during the Kentucky vs. Alma STUNT game on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at the Clive M. Beck Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Alma won 17-13. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
Kentucky STUNT concludes California week 4-1
March 26, 2024
Kentucky assistant coach Meredith Jewell and Kentucky head coach Craig Skinner watch closely during the Kentucky vs Louisville volleyball game on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024, at Memorial Colosseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 3-1. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
A look into Kentucky volleyball’s three incoming transfers
January 30, 2025
Kentucky outside hitter Megan Wilson (1) celebrates after scoring a point during the Volleyball match vs. Arkansas on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-0. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Kentucky volleyball punches ticket to Elite Eight with 3-1 win over Missouri
December 12, 2024
Setter Emma Grome (4) and Brooke Bultema (8) celebrate after Kentucky scored a point during the Volleyball match vs. Arkansas on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-0. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Kentucky volleyball advances to NCAA Regional Semifinals behind record-setting Emma Grome performance
December 10, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats outside hitter Erin Lamb (13) and libero Molly Tuozzo (12) celebrate their win during the Kentucky vs Minnesota volleyball game on Friday, Dec. 6, 2024, at Historical Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky volleyball defeats Minnesota 3-1 to advance in the NCAA Tournament
December 7, 2024
Kentucky wildcats head coach Craig Skinner celebrates after the win during the Kentucky vs. Minnesota volleyball game on Friday, Dec. 6, 2024, at Historical Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
Kentucky volleyball begins road to Louisville as No. 3 seed in NCAA Tournament
December 7, 2024
Kentucky goalie (30) Ryan Jack celebrates after a block during the Kentucky vs. Georgia Southern Men's Soccer game on Friday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Wendell and Vickie Bell soccer complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky Tied 0-0. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer goalkeeper Ryan Jack lays foundation for strong collegiate career
January 31, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats goalkeeper Jan Hoffelner (1) calls out to his teammates during the University of Kentucky vs. Florida Atlantic men’s soccer match on Friday, Nov. 5, 2021, at Wendell & Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 3-0. Photo by Amanda Braman | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer adds former star goalkeeper Jan Hoffelner as assistant coach
January 24, 2025
Kentucky Forward Logan Dorsey celebrates after making a goal on Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024, at Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor. Kentucky defeated Oral Roberts 3-2.
Kentucky men’s soccer’s Logan Dorsey excels with lifelong soccer dream
December 10, 2024
Forward, Eric Onos watches as Louisville players celebrate their win over Kentucky on Monday, Sept. 9, 2024, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 1-0. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer falls 2-1 to West Virginia in Sun Belt Tournament Semifinals
November 15, 2024
Kentucky soccer huddles together before the Kentucky vs Bradley Men’s Soccer game on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky and Bradley tied 2-2. Photo by Annie Alvarez | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer bests South Carolina in quarterfinals of Sun Belt Conference Tournament
November 11, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Troy Fabiano smiles as he celebrates with his team after the win in the Kentucky vs. WVU soccer match on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex, in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-2 in penalties in the first round of the NCAA Women’s Soccer Championship. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff
Kentucky women’s soccer season ends after 3-1 NCAA Tournament loss to Notre Dame
November 24, 2024
Fans cheer as the Kentucky goalkeeper saves a penalty in extra time of the Kentucky vs. WVU soccer match on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-2 in penalties in the first round of the NCAA Women’s Soccer Championship. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky Women’s Soccer defeats WVU (4-2) in Penalties
November 17, 2024
Kentucky Wildcat Forward Maddie Kemp (2) celebrates with her team after her equalizing goal in the Kentucky vs. WVU soccer match on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex, in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-2 in penalties in the first round of the NCAA Women’s Soccer Championship. Photo by Jack Stamats | Staff
Kentucky women’s soccer advances in NCAA Tournament with 4-2 penalty kick win over West Virginia
November 17, 2024
Kentucky forward Mia Bookhard kicks the ball during the Kentucky vs. Kent State women’s soccer game on Friday, Sept. 13, 2024, at Wendell and Vickie Bell soccer complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky women’s soccer hosts first NCAA Tournament game in decade
November 15, 2024
Kentucky defender chases for the ball against Florida player in Kentucky Women’s Soccer Game vs Florida, on Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex, in Lexington, Kentucky. The teams drew 0-0. Photo by Brayden Finn | Staff
Kentucky women’s soccer gears up for NCAA Tournament after crushing loss in conference tournament
November 14, 2024
Kentucky track and field logs numerous first-place finishes in Fairgrounds Invitational
February 12, 2025
Katy Kunc runs in the 2017 Bluegrass Cross Country Invitational in Lexington, KY., which she went on to win. Kunc will be racing in the 2017 NCAA Cross Country Championships on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
Kentucky cross country’s Collins Kiprop Kipngok and Morgan Dick lead successful showing
November 6, 2024
CATS RUN WILD: Kentucky’s Ed Bird sets course record at Gans Creek Classic
September 29, 2024
A University of Kentucky track and field athlete gets ready for a race during the Jim Green Invitational at the Nutter Field House on Saturday, January 12, 2019, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Kentucky Kernel
Kentucky track and field wraps up regular season with new records
February 11, 2024
A Kentucky track and field athlete leads the pack in the 60 meter hurdles event during the Jim Green Invitational meet on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019 in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
Kentucky track and field set new records at Tom Jones Memorial
April 16, 2023
Katy Kunc runs in the 2017 Bluegrass Cross Country Invitational in Lexington, KY., which she went on to win. Kunc will be racing in the 2017 NCAA Cross Country Championships on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
Kentucky cross country places sixth in Alabama
October 17, 2023
Katy Kunc runs in the 2017 Bluegrass Cross Country Invitational in Lexington, KY., which she went on to win. Kunc will be racing in the 2017 NCAA Cross Country Championships on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
Kentucky men’s and women’s cross country compete in Sean Earl Lakefront Invitational
October 2, 2023
Kentucky cross country shines at Panorama Farms Invitational
October 19, 2022
Katy Kunc runs in the 2017 Bluegrass Cross Country Invitational in Lexington, KY., which she went on to win. Kunc will be racing in the 2017 NCAA Cross Country Championships on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
UK Women’s Cross Country finish third at NCAA Southeast Regional
November 12, 2021
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October 15, 2021
A Louisville swimmer celebrates after beating the Kentucky swimmer in the 200 meter freestyle during the swim meet vs. Kentucky on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025, at the Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
Kentucky swimmers and divers participate in First Chance Meet in Louisville
February 9, 2025
A Kentucky swimmer poses for a photo during the 2024 SEC Men's and Women's Swimming & Diving Championships on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024, at the James E. Martin Aquatic Center in Auburn, Alabama. Photo by Jenna Lifshen | Staff
Kentucky swim and dive sweeps Cincinnati in dominant display with multiple school top tens
January 26, 2025
Kentucky men’s swimmer Carson Hick competes during the NCAA Men's Swimming and Diving Championships on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at the IU Natatorium in Indianapolis, Indiana. Photo by Jenna Lifshen | Staff
Kentucky swim and dive’s Carson Hick and Bridget Engel thrive despite loss to Auburn
January 26, 2025
A swimmer competes during the 2024 SEC Men's and Women's Swimming & Diving Championships on Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024, at the James E. Martin Aquatic Center in Auburn, Alabama. Photo by Jenna Lifshen | Staff
Kentucky swim and dive men defeat Tennessee for the first time in 71 years 173-127
December 15, 2024
Kentucky men’s swimmer Carson Hick competes during the NCAA Men's Swimming and Diving Championships on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at the IU Natatorium in Indianapolis, Indiana. Photo by Jenna Lifshen | Staff
Kentucky swim and dive comes up short in Tennessee Invitational
November 25, 2024
Kentucky women's golf sophomore Brooke Oberparleiter at the Bettie Lou Evans Invitational at Keene Trace Golf Club in Nicholasville, Kentucky. Photo provided by UK Athletics
Cathryn Brown and Karlie Campbell lead UK women’s golf to third place finish in Boca Raton
February 9, 2025
Kentucky women’s golf’s Elin Pudas Remler racks up career honors
November 19, 2024
Kentucky men’s golf places eighth in Steelwood Collegiate Invitational
October 30, 2024
MEET THE TEAM: Kentucky men’s golf 2024-25
October 17, 2024
Kentucky women's golf sophomore Brooke Oberparleiter at the Bettie Lou Evans Invitational at Keene Trace Golf Club in Nicholasville, Kentucky. Photo provided by UK Athletics
Kentucky women’s golf finishes sixth in Ruth’s Chris Tar Heel Invitational
October 14, 2024
The Kentucky hockey team poses for a photo with the trophy at the Kentucky vs. Louisville hockey game on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023, at the Lexington Ice Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 7-2. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky hockey sweeps Louisville in weekend series to clinch third straight Bourbon Barrel
January 29, 2025
Kentucky center Marc L'Heureux (37) celebrates during the Kentucky vs. Michigan hockey game on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2023, at the Lexington Ice and Recreation center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-1. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Kentucky hockey ends 2024 with sweep of Ohio State
December 10, 2024
Kentucky players celebrate after scoring a goal during the Kentucky vs. Penn State hockey match on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, at the Lexington Ice and Recreation Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-1. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky club hockey splits home-and-home series against Cincinnati
November 18, 2024
Kentucky fan Gavin Marshall, 16, shouts during the Kentucky vs. Boston University hockey game on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, at the Lexington Ice and Recreation center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 3-4. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky club hockey moving up to ACHA men’s Division-I, highest level of non NCAA hockey
November 11, 2024
Fans react to Kentucky scoring a goal during the Kentucky vs. Penn State hockey match on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, at the Lexington Ice and Recreation Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-1. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky hockey scores 23 combined goals in two-game sweep over Bowling Green State Univeristy
November 10, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope watches as his team loses during the basketball game vs. Ole Miss on Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025, at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion in Oxford, Mississippi. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
COLUMN: With or without Lamont Butler, Kentucky’s play in Oxford was unacceptable
February 5, 2025
Kentucky head coach John Calipari calls a timeout during the No. 2 Kentucky vs. No. 7 Texas A&M men's basketball match in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals on Friday, March 15, 2024, at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. Kentucky lost 97-87. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
COLUMN: Big Blue Nation, voice your true feelings for John Calipari
February 1, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats quarterback Cutter Boley (8) looks for an open receiver during the football game vs Florida on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida. Kentucky lost 48-20. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
COLUMN: It’s time for Kentucky football to turn to Cutter Boley full time
October 27, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats linebacker J.J. Weaver (13) celebrates after a stop during the game vs. Ohio University on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. by Matthew Mueller | Staff
COLUMN: Kentucky’s front seven is among the best in the country and will prove it against Vanderbilt
October 11, 2024
University of Kentucky mens basketball head coach John Calipari testifies in front of the Senate Education Committee in favor of Senate bill 6, which passed unanimously on Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022, at Kentucky State Capitol annex building in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
COLUMN: Matthew Sluka fiasco further proves that college football isn’t college football anymore
September 27, 2024
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Sierra Ferrell: Deserved Grammy winner and true star
February 14, 2025
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How to make Valentine’s Day special, without breaking the bank
February 13, 2025
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The best movies to enjoy on Valentine’s Day
February 12, 2025
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The ceasefire in Gaza is misleading
February 9, 2025
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The University of Kentucky is becoming too expensive
February 6, 2025
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The ceasefire in Gaza is misleading
February 9, 2025
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Another four years of Trump will be disastrous for civil rights
February 2, 2025
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COLUMN: Democrats gifted Trump his second term
November 24, 2024
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COLUMN: There is nothing undemocratic about third parties
November 4, 2024
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COLUMN: Kamala Harris has a Palestine problem
September 28, 2024
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EDITORIAL: Your vote matters
October 22, 2024
UK head coach Lars Jorgensen hugs signee Madison Winstead after she swam the 100m breaststroke during the UK's "Sun Shall Shine" Blue and White meet at Lancaster Aquatic Center in , Ky. on Friday, April 22, 2016. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff.
EDITORIAL: UK must protect those who cannot protect themselves
April 23, 2024
Graphic by College Heights Herald Commentary Editor Price Wilborn.
Editorial: Defending DEI against legislative threats is vital to the future of Kentucky
March 29, 2024
A man stands in protest for the lives killed in Gaza holding a sign that reads 'ceasefire now' on Nov. 7, 2023, in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Editorial: A plea for peace: A ceasefire in Gaza is imperative
February 27, 2024
A dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is injected into a patient’s arm. Illustration by Abbey Cutrer
Editorial: Students have the power to cultivate a healthy campus
November 16, 2023
Danny Mendoza, an international relations sophomore, hangs up slips for the Hostile Terrain 94 exhibit on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025, at the Lewis Honors College in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
VIDEO: Hostile Terrain 94 community art project
February 14, 2025
Ron Jones plays saxophone for the Jones Quartet preformance for Coffee House Jazz event on Febuary 13th, 2025, at the Cornerstone in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sophia Isaacs | Staff
VIDEO: Celebrating Black History Month through music
February 14, 2025
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February 14, 2025
A student holds a Mexican flag while other students speak during a student protest on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
VIDEO: Community gathers at ‘March For Justice’
February 13, 2025
VIDEO: JamCats Open Mic Night
VIDEO: JamCats Open Mic Night
February 13, 2025
The Kernel Chronicles: Episode 2
The Kernel Chronicles: Episode 2
November 25, 2024
The Kernel Chronicles: Episode 1
The Kernel Chronicles: Episode 1
April 24, 2024
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BROADCAST: DEI Editorial
March 29, 2024
BROADCAST: LeAndre Hayes
BROADCAST: LeAndre Hayes
December 13, 2023
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February 14, 2025
PODCAST: Pop! Goes the Kernel: Episode 6
PODCAST: Pop! Goes the Kernel: Episode 6
February 11, 2025
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: Women thriving, men barely surviving
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: Women thriving, men barely surviving
February 7, 2025
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: Ain’t No Rest For The Wildcats
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: Ain’t No Rest For The Wildcats
January 31, 2025
PODCAST: Episode Five
PODCAST: Episode Five
January 28, 2025
Danny Mendoza, an international relations sophomore, hangs up slips for the Hostile Terrain 94 exhibit on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025, at the Lewis Honors College in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
VIDEO: Hostile Terrain 94 community art project
February 14, 2025
Ron Jones plays saxophone for the Jones Quartet preformance for Coffee House Jazz event on Febuary 13th, 2025, at the Cornerstone in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sophia Isaacs | Staff
VIDEO: Celebrating Black History Month through music
February 14, 2025
A student holds a Mexican flag while other students speak during a student protest on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
VIDEO: Community gathers at ‘March For Justice’
February 13, 2025
VIDEO: JamCats Open Mic Night
VIDEO: JamCats Open Mic Night
February 13, 2025
VIDEO: President Trump and his administration are stopping the production of pennies
VIDEO: President Trump and his administration are stopping the production of pennies
February 13, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Georgia Amoore (3) shoots tough mid-range jump shot over Texas Longhorns guard Tori Harmon (3) during the Kentucky vs Texas women’s basketball game on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2024, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington Kentucky. Kentucky lost 67-49. Photo by Greysun Niehaus| Staff
PHOTOS: No. 8 Kentucky women’s basketball loses 67-49 to No. 3 Texas
February 14, 2025
Danny Mendoza, an international relations sophomore, sits back and sighs while working on the Hostile Terrain 94 exhibit on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025, at the Lewis Honors College in Lexington, Kentucky. Each slip of paper on the exhibit represents a life that was lost, trying to cross the border between Mexico and the Sonoran Dessert of Arizona, from 1994-2023. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
PHOTOS: Hostile Terrain 94 commemorates the loss of migrants’ lives
February 13, 2025
Renee Freville a barkranger pets dogs during the Kentucky Humane Society puppy bowl watch party on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, at PG&J Dog Park Bar in Louisville, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
PHOTOS: Puppy Bowl watch party
February 13, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats forward Brandon Garrison (10) holds three fingers in the air after making a three-point shot during the basketball game vs. Tennessee on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2025, at Rupp Arena in Lexington. Kentucky won 75-64. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
PHOTOS: Kentucky defeats Tennessee 75-64
February 11, 2025
Rebecca Stacy a bio-systems engineering senior and Adison Forman a mechanical engineering senior build a snowman on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025, outside the William T. Young Library in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
PHOTOS: UK cancels classes and in-person activities
February 11, 2025
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February 13, 2025
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All content by Aaron Benjamin
Kentucky Wildcats infielder Ryder Giles (1) pitches the ball during the No. 13 Kentucky vs. Xavier baseball game on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 13-2. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff

Kentucky baseball ranked No. 13 in week nine D1 Baseball Top 25

Aaron Benjamin, Reporter
April 28, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats infielder Erin Coffel (21) throws the ball during the No. 16 Kentucky vs. No. 6 Tennessee softball game on Saturday, April 15, 2023, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 10-2. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff

Kentucky softball suffers series defeat against No. 6 Tennessee, loses 10-2 in six innings

Aaron Benjamin, Reporter
April 28, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats infielder Erin Coffel (21) slides into home during the No. 16 Kentucky vs. Louisville softball game on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 7-4. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Kentucky softball secures series victory with 7-5 win over Ole Miss Rebels

Aaron Benjamin, Reporter
April 12, 2023
Dhaivat Pandya competes during the Bearcat Invitational. Photo provided by UK Athletics.

Kentucky mens golf records second best result behind Alex Goff in South Carolina

Aaron Benjamin, Reporter
April 4, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats junior Isabella Magnelli performs her floor routine during the No. 12 Kentucky vs. No. 9 Auburn gymnastics meet on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 197.675-196.450. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff

No. 9 Kentucky gymnastics advances to Regional Finals with a score of 197.475

Aaron Benjamin, Reporter
April 1, 2023
Dhaivat Pandya competes during the Bearcat Invitational. Photo provided by UK Athletics.

Kentucky mens golf records top-five finish in Schenkel Invitational

Aaron Benjamin, Reporter
March 21, 2023
The Kentucky mens basketball team watches the Selection Sunday show on Sunday, March 12, 2023, at John Calipari's home in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Kentucky mens basketball reacts to NCAA Tournament matchup with Providence

Aaron Benjamin, Reporter
March 13, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats fifth year Mitchell Nelson adjusts his stock during the Kentucky vs. Morehead State rifle NCAA Qualifier on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Barker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky finished with a 4716 qualifying score. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff

Kentucky rifle comes up short in NCAA Championships in Akron, takes bronze

Aaron Benjamin, Reporter
March 13, 2023
Dhaivat Pandya competes during the Bearcat Invitational. Photo provided by UK Athletics.

Kentucky mens golf finishes ninth at Lake Las Vegas Intercollegiate Tournament

Aaron Benjamin, Reporter
March 2, 2023
Kentucky Wildcat junior Kayla Kowalik (99) celebrates a base hit during the University of Kentucky vs. University of Georgia softball game on Monday, April 12, 2021, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 5-2. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

Kentucky softball splits doubleheader at Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic, reaches 10 wins on season

Aaron Benjamin, Reporter
February 26, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats senior Emmie Sellers aims her rifle during the Kentucky vs. Morehead State rifle NCAA Qualifier on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Barker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky finished with a 4716 qualifying score. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff

Kentucky rifle qualifies for NCAA Championships, eyes three-peat in Akron

Aaron Benjamin, Reporter
February 21, 2023
Members of the Kentucky womens basketball team watch the Kentucky vs. Georgia womens basketball game on Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 50-40. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff

Injuries loom over Kentucky womens basketball in recent losing streak

Aaron Benjamin, Reporter
February 20, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats rifle seniors are honored after the Kentucky vs. Morehead State rifle NCAA Qualifier on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Barker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky finished with a 4716 qualifying score. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff

Kentucky rifle awaits championship decision after concluding NCAA qualifier

Aaron Benjamin, Reporter
February 18, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats pitcher Seth Logue (25) pitches during the UK vs. Morehead State baseball game on Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 7-5. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

Kentucky baseball disappoints on opening day, suffers two-run loss against Elon

Aaron Benjamin, Reporter
February 18, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Kyra Elzy coaches her team during the Kentucky vs. Missouri womens basketball game on Sunday, Jan. 29, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 77-54 Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff

Kentucky womens basketball’s rollercoaster conference season nears its end

Aaron Benjamin, Reporter
February 15, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Nick Mingione cheers from the dugout during the Kentucky vs. Norfolk State University baseball game on Saturday, March 7, 2020, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff

COLUMN: Should the 2023 season be Nick Mingione’s last at-bat?

Aaron Benjamin, Reporter
February 15, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Rachel Lawson watches the University of Kentucky vs. Alabama softball game on Saturday, March 27, 2021, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 11-6. Photo by Michael Clubb | Kentucky Kernel

Kentucky softball faces challenging 2023 schedule in hopes of making a run to College World Series

Aaron Benjamin, Reporter
February 12, 2023
Kentuckys womens golf opened its spring season at the UCF Challenge at Eagle Creek Golf Club in Orlando, Florida, on Feb. 5, 2023. Darren Carroll | USGA

Kentucky womens golf opens spring season with fifth place finish in Orlando, Florida

Aaron Benjamin, Reporter
February 9, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats freshman Jaden Weekes waits to return a serve during the Kentucky vs. Liberty mens tennis match on Friday, Jan. 27, 2023, at the Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 4-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff

Cats stay perfect on the season, shutout VT 7-0.

Aaron Benjamin, Reporter
February 5, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats freshman Jaden Weekes celebrates a point during the Kentucky vs. Liberty mens tennis match on Friday, Jan. 27, 2023, at the Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 4-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff

Kentucky mens tennis advances to ITA Championships, defeats Notre Dame 4-1

Aaron Benjamin, Reporter
January 30, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Stoops coaches his team during the Kentucky vs. Iowa Music City Bowl football game on Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. UK lost 21-0. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff

Kentucky transfer Kiyaunta Goodwin commits to SEC East rival Florida

Aaron Benjamin, Reporter
January 25, 2023
Liam Draxl celebrates winning a game during the UK vs. Virginia tennis match on Thursday, March 31, 2022, at Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 4-2. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

No. 4 Kentucky mens tennis cruises past Northern Kentucky to remain undefeated

Aaron Benjamin, Reporter
January 25, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats thrower Josh Sobota participates in the 2022 Commonwealth College Opener on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2022, at the Norton HealthCare Sports & Learning Center in Louisville, Kentucky. Photo provided by UK Athletics. Kentucky Track and Field competed at Commonwealth Opener. Photo by Ethan Rand | UK Athletics

Russell breaks collegiate record as Cats shine in Red Raider Open and Vanderbilt Invitational

Aaron Benjamin, Reporter
January 22, 2023
Kentucky Wildcat Ryan Hagenow (24) pitches during the University of Kentucky vs. Eastern Kentucky University baseball game on Tuesday, March 2, 2021, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 6-3 Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

Kentucky baseball to start 2023 campaign outside preseason top 25 rankings

Aaron Benjamin, Reporter
January 19, 2023
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Kentucky rifle takes down No. 1 Ole Miss in Oxford

Aaron Benjamin, Reporter
November 21, 2022
Kentucky men's tennis assistant coach Matthew Gordon knuckle bumps Wildcat Joshua Lapadat in the match vs. Duke.IMAGE OBTAINED FROM UK ATHLETICS. PHOTO BY GRANT LEE, UK ATHLETICS. CREDIT: GRACE BRADLEY, UK ATHLETICS

Wildcats compete at ITA Championships in Tulsa

Aaron Benjamin, Reporter
October 9, 2022
Kentucky swimmers compete in the Blue and White Meet on Friday, Sept. 24, 2021, at the Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Kentucky swim and dive swept by Indiana in season opener

Aaron Benjamin, reporter
October 6, 2022
Kentucky womens golfer Laney Frye competes in the third round of the NCAA Championship finals at Grayhawk Golf Club in Scottsdale, Arizona. Photo by Tim Cowie, provided by UK Athletics

Kentucky womens golf finishes 14th in Cougar Classic

Aaron Benjamin, Staff Writer
September 15, 2022

UK T&F finds multiple victories at Drake Relays

Aaron Benjamin
April 30, 2022
Kentucky pitcher Kennedy Sullivan (8) pitches during the UK vs. Oklahoma softball game on Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Oklahoma won 9-1. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Bats wake up late as Kentucky rallies past EKU 10-7

Aaron Benjamin
April 21, 2022

Kentucky finishes fifth in Lewis Chitengwa Memorial

Aaron Benjamin
April 13, 2022
Isabella Magnelli strikes a pose during her beam routine during the Florida vs. Kentucky gymnastics meet on Friday, Feb. 18, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 197.350-97.575. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

UK gymnastics bows out in NCAA Regionals

Aaron Benjamin
April 7, 2022

No. 8 Kentucky sweeps No. 20 LSU in comeback fashion

Aaron Benjamin
April 4, 2022
Millen Hurrion returns a hit during the University of Kentucky vs. Louisiana State men's tennis meet on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2021, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Wildcats edge Ole Miss 4-3 for fifth straight win

Aaron Benjamin
March 27, 2022

Kentucky completes two sets of relays in Raleigh and Austin

Aaron Benjamin
March 27, 2022

Kentucky routed 6-1 by Auburn on the road

Aaron Benjamin
March 6, 2022
Raena Worley performs her bars routine during the Florida vs. Kentucky gymnastics meet on Friday, Feb. 18, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 197.350-97.575. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

No. 10 Kentucky swings past No. 5 LSU in Baton Rouge

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March 5, 2022

Kentucky mens and womens golf finish first spring events of season

Aaron Benjamin
March 3, 2022
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Kentucky rifle wins GARC team championship

Aaron Benjamin
February 26, 2022
Makenzie Wilson launches over the vault during the Florida vs. Kentucky gymnastics meet on Friday, Feb. 18, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 197.350-97.575. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

Kentucky gymnastics falls at Auburn

Aaron Benjamin
February 26, 2022
Yasha Zemel returns a hit during the University of Kentucky vs. Louisiana State men's tennis meet on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2021, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Kentucky mens tennis falls 4-3 to Baylor in Elite Eight of ITA Indoor Championships

Aaron Benjamin
February 20, 2022
Yasha Zemel celebrates during the University of Kentucky vs. Louisiana State men's tennis meet on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2021, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

No. 10 Kentucky mens tennis defeats USC 4-0; advances in ITA indoor championship

Aaron Benjamin
February 19, 2022

Kentucky softball begins season 4-1

Aaron Benjamin
February 17, 2022
Elizabeth Stevens high fives Carla Girbau after scoring a point during the University of Kentucky vs. Tennessee women’s tennis match on Sunday, March 28, 2021, at Hillary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

Sweep of Indiana improves UK womens tennis to 9-0 on season

Aaron Benjamin
February 15, 2022
Kentucky junior Lauren Johnson runs to third base during the home opener against Texas A&M on Saturday, March 7, 2020, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 11-9. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff

UK softball continues hot start, defeats Iowa 11-3

Aaron Benjamin
February 12, 2022
Gabriel Diallo returns a hit during the University of Kentucky vs. Louisiana State men's tennis meet on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2021, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

No. 11 Kentucky mens tennis roll the Tide; sweep Alabama 4-0

Aaron Benjamin
January 29, 2022
Fiona Arrese hits the ball during the University of Kentucky vs. Tennessee women’s tennis match on Sunday, March 28, 2021, at Hillary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

Kentucky womens tennis handle first road test of season; defeat Notre Dame 4-1

Aaron Benjamin
January 21, 2022
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