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UKPD reports fourth sexual assault this semester
UKPD reports fourth sexual assault this semester
October 21, 2024
Dance Attack Dance Company dances through the Thriller parade on Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024, in downtown Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Grace Owoeye | Staff
PHOTOS: Lexington’s annual Thriller Parade
October 21, 2024
Christina Sutton and Ryan Lewis (each end) pose with their checks after winning the $10,000 scholarship prizes at Keeneland College Scholarship Day on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, at Keeneland in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
Keeneland fall College Scholarship Day raffles off scholarships to students
October 20, 2024
University of Kentucky denies open records request from Kentucky Kernel
University of Kentucky denies open records request from Kentucky Kernel
October 18, 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
University of Kentucky denies open records request from Kentucky Kernel
University of Kentucky denies open records request from Kentucky Kernel
October 18, 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
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
Wildcab Voucher for Keeneland College Scholarship Day
October 16, 2024
Alpha Kappa Alpha members pose during their step performance at the University of Kentucky National Pan-Hellenic Council Annual Step Show at the Gatton Student Center on Oct. 11, 2024. Photo by Chloe Bradley | Staff
‘Divine 9’ continue stepping tradition at NPHC Homecoming Step Show
October 14, 2024
Dr. Stephen Voss speaks during the Wendell H. Ford Lecture at the Singletary Center for the Arts in Lexington, Kentucky on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024. Photo by Greyson Niehaus | Staff
Douglas Brinkley delivers Wendell H. Ford Lecture on the presidential election
October 12, 2024
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
Christina Sutton and Ryan Lewis (each end) pose with their checks after winning the $10,000 scholarship prizes at Keeneland College Scholarship Day on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, at Keeneland in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
Keeneland fall College Scholarship Day raffles off scholarships to students
October 20, 2024
Author Penelope Douglas signs a fan's book at Authors in the Bluegrass at Central Bank Center in Lexington, Kentucky, on October 12, 2024. Photo by Michael Henning | Staff
‘Authors in the Bluegrass’ unites readers at the Central Bank Center
October 15, 2024
Chase McGuire stands at the podium at his preliminary hearing on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, at the Robert F. Stephens District Courthouse in Lexington, Kentucky. McGuire is facing charges of rape, strangulation, sodomy and sexual abuse of a UK student. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Man arrested for rape, strangulation of a UK student headed to grand jury; denied release from house arrest
October 10, 2024
People hold flags and flowers at a vigil for the deaths in Palestine on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024, outside of the William T. Young Library in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PHOTOS: Students gather at vigil for lives lost in Gaza
October 7, 2024
Fans cheer as horses race past to the finish line during the opening day of the Fall Meet on Friday, Oct. 4, 2024, at Keeneland in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Horse racing fans from across the country attend Keeneland’s annual Fall Meet
October 7, 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
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear speaks on Monday, Oct. 23, 2023, before the fourth gubernatorial debate. Kentucky Lantern photo by Matthew Mueller
Andy Beshear makes the 2024 TIME100 Next list
October 7, 2024
Key takeaways from the Vance-Walz debate
Key takeaways from the Vance-Walz debate
October 2, 2024
Democratic Party Chair Morgan Eaves and Republican Committeewoman KC Crosbie debate during the pre-debate Q&A on Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024, at Lewis Honors College in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
PHOTOS: Students gather to watch Vice Presidential Debate
October 2, 2024
Students walk through Category 4 Hurricane Helene to get to class on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Road closures and bus delays: UK remains open amid Hurricane Helene conditions
September 27, 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
Resolution on Shared Governance at UK approved in Senate Council meeting
Resolution on Shared Governance at UK approved in Senate Council meeting
April 13, 2024
Brandi Frisby named associate provost for academic affairs
Brandi Frisby named associate provost for academic affairs
April 12, 2024
UK extends enrollment deadline for the fall 2024 semester for first-year students
UK extends enrollment deadline for the fall 2024 semester for first-year students
April 11, 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
Chief Justice John D. Minton Jr. listens to UK's lawyer during oral arguments heard by the Kentucky Supreme Court in UK's lawsuit against the Kernel on Friday, Oct. 23, 2020, at the Kentucky Supreme Court in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff.
Details of the James Harwood investigation and records battle
August 26, 2021
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
Isaac Sutherland, left, and Mallory Hudson answer questions during the SGA Presidential and Vice Presidential Debate on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023, at the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
SGA court finds Sutherland/Hudson violated election rules, Sutherland will appeal
March 23, 2023
Lizzy Hornung, left, and Jason Marcus were named the 2023 student body president and vice president on March 8.
SGA disqualifies unofficial student body president and vice president winners, names new official winners
March 9, 2023
Ashlee Bell, a junior marketing major, pays for parking outside William T. Young Library on Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2023, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Students can park for free using SGA coupon program
February 10, 2023
UK SGA announces unofficial election results
UK SGA announces unofficial election results
October 4, 2022
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
Crime bulletin reports third on-campus sexual assault this semester
Crime bulletin reports third on-campus sexual assault this semester
October 2, 2024
Chase McGuire stands for a mugshot on Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2024, and was charged for rape, strangulation, sodomy and sexual assault.
Man arrested for rape and strangulation of UK student
September 26, 2024
Laurel County Sheriff John Root speaks at a media briefing, providing updates on the I-75 shooting investigation in Laurel County. Photo from the livestream by WHAS11.
Body of I-75 shooter ‘believed’ to have been found
September 18, 2024
UKPD reports drug-related incident on campus
UKPD reports drug-related incident on campus
September 17, 2024
People gather to shop and buy clothes during The Drunken Flea Market at The Burl Brewery in Lexington, Kentucky, on October 12, 2024. Photo by Michael Henning | Staff
Founder of The Drunken Flea cultivates ‘beautiful community’ for vintage vendors
October 20, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
Book of the week: ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty,’ by Jenny Han
October 20, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
Book of the week: ‘Betty,’ by Tiffany McDaniel
October 13, 2024
Space Lex leaders Lucas Stevenson, Rayan Pasha, Christian Lauritzen, Perry Calvert, and Tatum St. Clair discuss measurements during the Space Lex meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024, at the Terrell Civil Engineering building in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Henning | Staff
SpaceLex takes off beyond their national win
October 11, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
Book of the week: ‘Beloved,’ by Toni Morrison
October 4, 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 falls to JMU 2-0 in conference contest
October 21, 2024
Kentucky forward Maddie Kemp attempts penalty during the Kentucky vs. LSU women’s soccer game on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, at Wendell & Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 2-1. Photo by Greyson Niehaus | Staff
Kentucky women’s soccer draws No. 15 Auburn 0-0
October 21, 2024
Kentucky volleyball celebrates after scoring a point during the match between Kentucky and Missouri on Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-0. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff
No. 15 Kentucky volleyball sweeps Alabama on the road.
October 21, 2024
Florida Gators fans cheer after a touchdown is scored 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
PHOTOS: Kentucky falls 48-20 to Florida
October 21, 2024
Kentucky punter Wilson Berry (93)t hrows the ball during the Kentucky vs Vanderbilt football game on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 20-13. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
PREVIEW: Kentucky football looks to drain the swamp in Gainesville
October 20, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats linebacker D'Eryk Jackson (54) intercepts the ball during the game vs. Vanderbilt on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 20-13. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: A Rough Patch
October 18, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats linebacker J.J. Weaver (13) high-fives Kentucky Wildcats linebacker Jamon Dumas-Johnson (2) after making a tackle for loss during the game vs. Ohio University on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 41-6. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: Prove it Week
October 12, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Stoops yells after a flag was thrown during the game vs. Ohio University on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 41-6. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: The Road Ahead
September 27, 2024
BROADCAST: Kentucky volleyball plays in the newly-renovated Historic Memorial Coliseum
BROADCAST: Kentucky volleyball plays in the newly-renovated Historic Memorial Coliseum
September 23, 2024
Kentucky quarterback Brock Vandagriff (12) throws the ball during the Kentucky vs. No. 1 Georgia football game on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 13-12. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: A Tale of Cats and Dogs
September 20, 2024
Kentucky guard Collin Chandler (5) dunks the ball during the Kentucky Blue-White Preseason Event on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
PHOTOS: Blue vs. white game
October 20, 2024
Ansley Almonor answers interview questions during Kentucky Men’s Basketball Media Day on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024, at Joe Craft Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
Kentucky men’s basketball star Ansley Almonor accomplishes childhood dream in Lexington
October 17, 2024
Kentucky guard Lamont Butler sings during his introduction during Big Blue Madness on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Kentucky men’s basketball star Lamont Butler boasts treasure trove of experience
October 17, 2024
Former Kentucky head coach Rick Pitino and current Kentucky head coach Mark Pope wave to the crowd during Big Blue Madness on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Kentucky men’s basketball checks in at No. 23 in preseason AP Top 25
October 14, 2024
Mark Pope holds up his championship trophy from 1996 as he is introduced at his press conference as the new head coach of Kentucky men’s basketball on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Kentucky men’s basketball star Jaxson Robinson selected to have breakout season in 2024-25
October 3, 2024
Kentucky guard Collin Chandler (5) dunks the ball during the Kentucky Blue-White Preseason Event on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
PHOTOS: Blue vs. white game
October 20, 2024
Cassidy Rowe shoots the ball during the Kentucky Women’s Basketball media day on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at Joe Craft Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
‘Do whatever it takes to play for this program.’ Cassidy Rowe locks down title of Kentucky women’s basketball’s lifeblood
October 17, 2024
Kentucky guard Dazia Lawrence watches her shot after attempting a three-point shot during the three-point contest during Big Blue Madness on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Kentucky women’s basketball shines in 2024 Big Blue Madness
October 17, 2024
Kentucky women’s Basketball head coach Kenny Brooks speaks to the crowd during Big Blue Madness on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 20-13. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Kentucky women’s basketball enters 2024-25 season with lofty expectations
October 17, 2024
Kentucky Women’s basketball celebrates after guard Dazia Lawrence hits a three-point from half court during Big Blue Madness on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Kentucky women’s basketball receives preseason AP Top 25 ranking, No. 22 slot
October 15, 2024
Florida Gators fans cheer after a touchdown is scored 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
PHOTOS: Kentucky falls 48-20 to Florida
October 21, 2024
Kentucky punter Wilson Berry (93)t hrows the ball during the Kentucky vs Vanderbilt football game on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 20-13. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
PREVIEW: Kentucky football looks to drain the swamp in Gainesville
October 20, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats defensive back Jordan Lovett (25) tackles Florida Gators Tight End Arlis Boardingham during the football game vs Florida on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
RAPID-FIRE RECAP: Four takeaways from Kentucky’s loss at Florida
October 19, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats running back Demie Sumo-Karngbaye (0) runs through a gap in the defense during the football game vs Florida on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
At the Whistle: Kentucky football blown out by Florida 48-20
October 19, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats linebacker D'Eryk Jackson (54) intercepts the ball during the game vs. Vanderbilt on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 20-13. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: A Rough Patch
October 18, 2024
Kentucky Pitcher Ryan Hagenow delivers a pitch to home plate. 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
Kentucky baseball announces fall exhibition against Wright State in Ohio
October 4, 2024
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
Kentucky baseball head coach Nick Mingione receives significant contract extension
September 7, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats infielder Émilien Pitre (4) runs to third base during the Kentucky vs. Morehead State baseball game on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 15-1. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky baseball infielder Emilien Pitre selected by Tampa Bay Rays in 2024 MLB Draft
July 14, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats outfielder Ryan Waldschmidt (21) runs to first base during the Kentucky vs. Evansville home opener baseball game on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 6-3. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky baseball star Ryan Waldschmidt drafted No. 31 overall by Arizona Diamondbacks in 2024 MLB Draft
July 14, 2024
Kentucky outfielder Ryan Waldschmidt swings during the Kentucky vs Louisville baseball game on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at Jim Patterson Stadium in Louisville, Kentucky. Kentucky won 17-13. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
MLB Draft expert wary of UK’s Ryan Waldschmidt as first-round MLB Draft pick
July 12, 2024
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 outfielder Vanessa Nesby prepares to throw the ball towards 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
No. 25 Kentucky softball’s SEC Tournament run ends early after loss to Ole Miss
May 8, 2024
Kentucky infielder/outfielder Peyton Plotts (37) prepares to bat 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
No. 24 Kentucky softball swept by No. 3 Tennessee in final weekend of regular season
May 7, 2024
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
No. 22 Kentucky softball falls short in final home series against South Carolina
May 1, 2024
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
Jillian Procasky, Annie Riegert, and Makenzie Wilson watch their teammates perform during the No. 6 Kentucky vs No 5. Florida gymnastics meet on Sunday, March 3, 2024 at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 198.100-198.225.
‘Team 50’ ends historic season in NCAA Tournament Regionals
April 10, 2024
Cecily Rizo performs her bars routine during the No. 6 Kentucky vs No 5. Florida gymnastics meet on Sunday, March 3, 2024 at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 198.100-198.225.
Records continue to break for Kentucky gymnastics after finishing third in SEC Championship
March 28, 2024
Raena Worley winks after completing her bars routine during the No. 6 Kentucky vs No 5. Florida gymnastics meet on Sunday, March 3, 2024 at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 198.100-198.225.
Kentucky gymnastics sweeps Kidney Care Women’s Collegiate Gymnastics Championship
March 24, 2024
Raena Worley winks after completing her bars routine during the No. 6 Kentucky vs No 5. Florida gymnastics meet on Sunday, March 3, 2024 at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 198.100-198.225.
No. 6 Kentucky gymnastics falls on senior night
March 5, 2024
Members of the Kentucky men's tennis team celebrate during the No. 5 Kentucky vs. Illinois men's tennis match on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-3 Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
FAMILY AND CHARACTER: A look into the unique world of college tennis recruiting
September 13, 2024
Senior Joshua Lapadat looks to hit the ball at the Hillary J. Boone Tennis Facility on Friday, May 3, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky. He wins his sets 6-3 and 6-1 respectively.
Kentucky men’s tennis relishes in offseason awards ahead of pivotal 2024-25 season.
July 5, 2024
Freshman Eli Stephenson warms up at the Hillary J. Boone Tennis Facility on Friday, May 3, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky.
Key takeaways for Kentucky men’s tennis following NCAA Tournament defeat
May 22, 2024
Sophomore Jaden Weekes warms up at the Hillary J. Boone Tennis Facility on Friday, May 3, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky.
Kentucky men’s tennis prepares for critical Elite Eight matchup in NCAA Tournament
May 16, 2024
No. 5 Kentucky men's tennis blows past Harvard in NCAA Sweet Sixteen
No. 5 Kentucky men’s tennis blows past Harvard in NCAA Sweet Sixteen
May 12, 2024
Kentucky Rifle
Kentucky rifle edges out Georgia Southern in closely contested road contest
October 14, 2024
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
Kentucky rifle welcomes in new season with win over Morehead State
October 5, 2024
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
Kentucky rifle prepares for 2024-25 season under familiar guidance of Harry Mullins
October 4, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats fifth year Richard Clark puts his hand in his pocket 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 earns 4,730 NCAA qualifying score
February 21, 2024
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
Kentucky rifle comes up short at West Virginia
February 11, 2024
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
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 boasts strong showing at Dallas Baptist Tournament
February 20, 2024
Kentucky volleyball celebrates after scoring a point during the match between Kentucky and Missouri on Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-0. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff
No. 15 Kentucky volleyball sweeps Alabama on the road.
October 21, 2024
Kentucky volleyball celebrates after scoring a point during the match between Kentucky and Missouri on Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-0. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff
No. 15 Kentucky volleyball takes down Tennessee on the road 3-1
October 17, 2024
Kentucky outside hitter Reagan Rutherford and middle blocker Azhani Tealer go up for the block during the Kentucky vs Texas A&M volleyball game on Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
PREVIEW: Kentucky volleyball faces familiar faces against No. 7 Texas
October 17, 2024
Kentucky Assistant Coach Merideth Jewell talks to the team during a timeout at the Kentucky vs Louisville volleyball game on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 3-1. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
Kentucky volleyball swept by Texas in record-setting home SEC clash
October 14, 2024
Kentucky volleyball celebrates after scoring a point during the match between Kentucky and Missouri on Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-0. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff
No. 12 Kentucky volleyball earns statement SEC win, sweeps Missouri at home
October 8, 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 falls to JMU 2-0 in conference contest
October 21, 2024
Kentucky Midfielder Agustin Lopez (10) shoots the ball during the Kentucky vs. Old Dominion men’s soccer game on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, at Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Stamats | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer draws against Bradley in home clash
October 20, 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 continues to excel amidst struggling season
October 17, 2024
Josh Gordon and Eric Ono celebrate the Kentucky Men’s Soccer teams win against Old Dominion on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 1-0. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer wins penalty-filled affair 2-1 against Old Dominion
October 14, 2024
Kentucky forward Josh Gordon saves the ball from going out during the Kentucky vs. Georgia Southern Men’s Soccer game at Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024. Kentucky tied 0-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
SEC CHAMPIONS? Kentucky men’s soccer bests South Carolina 2-0
October 5, 2024
Kentucky forward Maddie Kemp attempts penalty during the Kentucky vs. LSU women’s soccer game on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, at Wendell & Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 2-1. Photo by Greyson Niehaus | Staff
Kentucky women’s soccer draws No. 15 Auburn 0-0
October 21, 2024
Kentucky forward Makala Woods goes for the ball against a defender in the 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 tied 0-0. Photo by Brayden Finn | Staff
MID-SEASON MVPS: Makala Woods and Alexis Tylenda shine for Kentucky women’s soccer
October 17, 2024
Kentucky forward Maddie Kemp kicks the ball during the Kentucky vs Georgia Women’s Soccer game on Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky tied 1-1. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky women’s soccer snaps win streak, loses 3-1 at Vanderbilt
October 17, 2024
Kentucky forward Maddie Kemp attempts penalty during the Kentucky vs. LSU women’s soccer game on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, at Wendell & Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 2-1. Photo by Greyson Niehaus | Staff
Kentucky women’s soccer outlasts LSU 2-1 in SEC affair
October 14, 2024
Kentucky forward Maddie Kemp follows the ball during the Kentucky vs Georgia Women’s Soccer game on Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky tied 1-1. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
PREVIEW: Kentucky women’s soccer prepares for pivotal match against LSU
October 12, 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
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
Masai Russell breaks 100-meter hurdles record at Texas Relays.
April 3, 2023
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 records personal bests at Black and Gold Invitational
March 21, 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
Cross Country FSU Pre-Nationals
UKXC completes top-25 finish at FSU Pre-Nationals
October 15, 2021
Kentucky Athletics Director Mitch Barnhart speaks to members of the press at Mark Pope’s introductory press conference as the new head coach of Kentucky men’s basketball on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
NCAA rules Kentucky swim and dive committed practice violations, sexual misconduct case remains open
August 2, 2024
A Kentucky women's swimmer competes during the Kentucky Swim & Dive Senior Night and meet against the University of Cincinnati on Friday, Feb. 2, 2024, at the Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky Men's swim & dive won 186-111, while Kentucky Women's swim & dive won 207-93. Photo by Cameron Guagenti
Long-distance specialist Carson Hick highlights 2024 U.S. Olympic Trial run for Kentucky swim and dive
June 25, 2024
Head coach Lars Jorgensen talks to assistant coaches during the UK Swimming and Diving meet against The Ohio State University on Friday, October 11, 2013, at the Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jonathan Krueger | Staff
Briggs Alexander and lawyers host press conference to discuss lawsuit against Kentucky and former head coach Lars Jorgensen
April 20, 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.
UK says it will cooperate with police after lawsuit alleges former coach sexually assaulted swimmers
April 17, 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.
BREAKING: Kentucky swim and dive accused of complicity in sexual violence against student athletes
April 12, 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
Kentucky men’s golf hosts Cullan Brown Collegiate, places two teams in top ten
October 14, 2024
Kentucky men’s golf concludes Windon Memorial Classic with 10th place finish
October 14, 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 12th in stacked Mason Rudolph Championship
September 26, 2024
Kentucky defensemen Nick Hahn (5) leaves the rink after warmups 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
COLUMN: Kentucky club hockey must beat Liberty to keep playoff hopes alive
October 18, 2024
A fan celebrates after Kentucky scores 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 prepares for pivotal road series at Liberty in control of own destiny
October 17, 2024
Kentucky winger Collin Costello (19) is helped off the rink 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
Meet the team: A look into Kentucky hockey
October 9, 2024
A Kentucky player speaks with an official during a break in play 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
Penalties cost Cats win as Kentucky hockey loses in overtime to Miami (OH)
October 9, 2024
Kentucky forward Alex Clingerman (36) hits the puck 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 looks to freshmen for key contributions early in 2024 campaign
October 3, 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
Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops speaks to a game official during 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
COLUMN: Kentucky football has peaked and change is necessary
September 20, 2024
Head Coach Mark Stoops speaks with members of the media about Kentucky’s upcoming season during Kentucky Football’s media day on Friday, Aug. 2, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
COLUMN: Kentucky football is fine and the outrage after Georgia was unwarranted
September 20, 2024
Kentucky defensive back Jonquis “JQ” Hardaway celebrates an incomplete pass during the Kentucky vs Southern Miss football game on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 31-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
COLUMN: An outside view of Kentucky football’s season from a lifelong Tar Heel fan
September 7, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
Vote no to Kentucky Constitutional Amendment 2
October 20, 2024
Illustration by Tessa Kasman.
Hurricane Helene should be a call to action for climate change
October 18, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
Adopt an adult animal and transform its life
October 13, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
Will the first woman chief justice of the Kentucky Supreme Court bring about change?
October 10, 2024
Illustration by Cameron Holmes.
Road to ruin: remedies for dangerous streets
October 4, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
COLUMN: Kamala Harris has a Palestine problem
September 28, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
COLUMN: Harris had a better debate than Trump
September 18, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
COLUMN: The end of DEI is a bad sign for UK
September 15, 2024
Freshman Amelia Hall, 18, majoring in Political Science helps her father pour trash from a move-in cart into a dumpster on Monday, Aug. 19, 2024, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. During Big Blue Move-In. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
COLUMN: Pain. Tears. Mild Discomfort: The Tale of UK’s Move-In Week
September 3, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli
COLUMN: Everyone is eating healthier…and it’s pissing me off
May 15, 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
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear speaks on Monday, Oct. 23, 2023, before the fourth gubernatorial debate. Kentucky Lantern photo by Matthew Mueller
Editorial: We endorse Andy Beshear
October 24, 2023
Horses pass the finish line during Keeneland College Scholarship Day on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, at Keeneland in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Mateo Smith Villafranco | Staff
VIDEO: Fall 2024 Keeneland College Scholarship Day
October 21, 2024
VIDEO: Halloween Festival Promotes Animal Adoption
VIDEO: Halloween Festival Promotes Animal Adoption
October 21, 2024
A groundskeeper climbs to rearrange the numbers on the starting gates on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, at Keeneland in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
PHOTOS: College Scholarship day at Keeneland
October 20, 2024
Former UK student Sophia Rosing waits at the stand during 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
VIDEO: Former UK student, Sophia Rosing, was sentenced to 12 months in jail for assaulting fellow UK student Kylah Spring
October 17, 2024
UK students seek solutions for rising cost of course materials
UK students seek solutions for rising cost of course materials
October 16, 2024
UK students seek solutions for rising cost of course materials
UK students seek solutions for rising cost of course materials
October 16, 2024
Kentucky runs onto the field during the Kentucky vs Vanderbilt football game on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 20-13. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
BROADCAST: UK Homecoming Game vs. Vanderbilt
October 14, 2024
Delta Sigma Theta performs to Micheal Jackson's music at the University of Kentucky National Pan-Hellenic Council Annual Step Show at the Gatton Student Center on Oct. 11, 2024. Photo by Chloe Bradley | Staff
BROADCAST: The National Pan-Hellenic hosts their Annual Homecoming Step Show
October 14, 2024
A ballot drop box stands outside on Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023, outside of the Fayette County Clerk's Office in downtown Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
BROADCAST: Fayette County Clerk prepare for Election Day
October 13, 2024
BROADCAST: It's more than just pumpkin painting
BROADCAST: It’s more than just pumpkin painting
October 12, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats linebacker D'Eryk Jackson (54) intercepts the ball during the game vs. Vanderbilt on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 20-13. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: A Rough Patch
October 18, 2024
PODCAST: Catching Up with the Kernel-Episode 6
PODCAST: Catching Up with the Kernel-Episode 6
October 13, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats linebacker J.J. Weaver (13) high-fives Kentucky Wildcats linebacker Jamon Dumas-Johnson (2) after making a tackle for loss during the game vs. Ohio University on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 41-6. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: Prove it Week
October 12, 2024
PODCAST: Catching Up with the Kernel: Deep Dive into DEI
PODCAST: Catching Up with the Kernel: Deep Dive into DEI
October 8, 2024
Students walk through Category 4 Hurricane Helene to get to class on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PODCAST: Catching Up with the Kernel-Episode 5
October 6, 2024
Horses pass the finish line during Keeneland College Scholarship Day on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, at Keeneland in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Mateo Smith Villafranco | Staff
VIDEO: Fall 2024 Keeneland College Scholarship Day
October 21, 2024
VIDEO: Halloween Festival Promotes Animal Adoption
VIDEO: Halloween Festival Promotes Animal Adoption
October 21, 2024
Former UK student Sophia Rosing waits at the stand during 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
VIDEO: Former UK student, Sophia Rosing, was sentenced to 12 months in jail for assaulting fellow UK student Kylah Spring
October 17, 2024
UK students seek solutions for rising cost of course materials
UK students seek solutions for rising cost of course materials
October 16, 2024
Kentucky runs onto the field during the Kentucky vs Vanderbilt football game on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 20-13. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
BROADCAST: UK Homecoming Game vs. Vanderbilt
October 14, 2024
Florida Gators fans cheer after a touchdown is scored 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
PHOTOS: Kentucky falls 48-20 to Florida
October 21, 2024
Dance Attack Dance Company dances through the Thriller parade on Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024, in downtown Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Grace Owoeye | Staff
PHOTOS: Lexington’s annual Thriller Parade
October 21, 2024
A groundskeeper climbs to rearrange the numbers on the starting gates on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, at Keeneland in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
PHOTOS: College Scholarship day at Keeneland
October 20, 2024
Kentucky guard Collin Chandler (5) dunks the ball during the Kentucky Blue-White Preseason Event on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
PHOTOS: Blue vs. white game
October 20, 2024
Kentucky guard Collin Chandler dunks the ball over head coach Mark Pope during Big Blue Madness on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
PHOTOS: Big Blue Madness 2024
October 13, 2024
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March 29, 2022
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Kentucky guard Dazia Lawrence watches her shot after attempting a three-point shot during the three-point contest during Big Blue Madness on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff

Kentucky women’s basketball shines in 2024 Big Blue Madness

Kai McClelland, Women's Basketball Beat Reporter
October 17, 2024
Kentucky women’s Basketball head coach Kenny Brooks speaks to the crowd during Big Blue Madness on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 20-13. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff

Kentucky women’s basketball enters 2024-25 season with lofty expectations

Kai McClelland, Women's Basketball Beat Head
October 17, 2024
Kentucky Women’s basketball celebrates after guard Dazia Lawrence hits a three-point from half court during Big Blue Madness on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff

Kentucky women’s basketball receives preseason AP Top 25 ranking, No. 22 slot

Kai McClelland, Women's Basketball Beat Head
October 15, 2024
Frederick Douglass High School edge rusher and Kentucky commit Cedric Works (5) looks down in disappointment during the game vs. Male High School on Friday, Oct. 5, 2024, at Frederick Douglass High School in Lexington, KY. Male won 31-28.

Cats or Cards? Louisville commit Antonio Harris and Kentucky commit Cedric Works duel in top-10 KHSAA matchup

Kai McClelland, Women's Basketball Beat Head
October 5, 2024
Jordan Obi warms up during the Kentucky Women’s Basketball media day on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at Joe Craft Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

‘This is the first one.’ Kentucky women’s basketball star Jordan Obi reflects on injury that derailed first UK season

Kai McClelland, Women's Basketball Beat Head
October 3, 2024
Kentucky women’s Basketball head coach Kenney Brooks makes an appearance before the start of the match on Friday, Aug. 30, 2024, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky beat NKU 3-0. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo editor

Kentucky women’s basketball gears up to kick off 2024-25 campaign with new look and high expectations

Kai McClelland, Women's Basketball Beat Head
October 1, 2024
Former Kentucky womens basketball player Rhyne Howard receives the Power of Women ball along with her SEC Tournament championship ring during halftime of the Kentucky vs. Alabama womens basketball game on Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Alabama won 72-65. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff

CATS IN THE PROS: Atlanta Dream, star Rhyne Howard clinch WNBA playoff spot

Kai McClelland, Women's Basketball Beat Head
September 20, 2024
Kentucky defensive back Jonquis “JQ” Hardaway celebrates an incomplete pass during the Kentucky vs Southern Miss football game on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 31-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff

COLUMN: An outside view of Kentucky football’s season from a lifelong Tar Heel fan

Kai McClelland, Women's Basketball Beat Head
September 7, 2024
Kenny Brooks arrives to practice during the Kentucky Women’s Basketball media day on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at Joe Craft Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

Kentucky women’s basketball unveils full 2024-25 schedule

Kai McClelland, Women's Basketball Beat Head
August 26, 2024
Kentucky women's basketball head coach Kenny Brooks speaks to media during his introductory press conference inside the Joe Craft Center on Thursday, March 28, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo provided by Chet White | UK Athletics

Kentucky women’s basketball commit Clara Silva shines overseas

Kai McClelland, Women's Basketball Beat Head
August 8, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats guard Rhyne Howard (5) smiles after making a 3-pointer during the UK vs. Auburn womens basketball game on Sunday, Feb. 27, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 90-62. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

Kentucky star Rhyne Howard earns bronze medal at Paris Olympics

Kai McClelland, Women's Basketball Beat Leader
August 7, 2024
Senior Joshua Lapadat looks to hit the ball at the Hillary J. Boone Tennis Facility on Friday, May 3, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky. He wins his sets 6-3 and 6-1 respectively.

Kentucky men’s tennis relishes in offseason awards ahead of pivotal 2024-25 season.

Kai McClelland, Women's Basketball Beat Reporter
July 5, 2024
Freshman Eli Stephenson warms up at the Hillary J. Boone Tennis Facility on Friday, May 3, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky.

Key takeaways for Kentucky men’s tennis following NCAA Tournament defeat

Sara Gibson and Kai McClelland
May 22, 2024
No. 5 Kentucky men's tennis blows past Harvard in NCAA Sweet Sixteen

No. 5 Kentucky men’s tennis blows past Harvard in NCAA Sweet Sixteen

Kai McClelland, Tennis Beat Reporter
May 12, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats junior Joshua Lapadat prepares to hit the ball during the No. 5 Kentucky vs. No. 6 South Carolina mens tennis match on Thursday, March 2, 2023, at the Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. South Carolina won 4-3. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff

PREVIEW: Kentucky men’s tennis begins path to National Championship in Lexington

Sara Gibson and Kai McClelland
May 3, 2024
Kentucky senior Joshua Lapadat celebrates during the Kentucky vs Notre Dame mens tennis match on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff

No. 1 Kentucky men’s tennis takes home SEC Championship title

Kai McClelland, Tennis Beat Reporter
April 24, 2024
Lizzy Stevens and Zoe Hammond during their doubles match vs Missouri on Mar. 29, 2024 in Lexington Kentucky at Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center. Kentucky won the match 4-0. Photo by Aidan Dillard-Hijikata | Staff

Kentucky women’s tennis falls to Auburn 4-0 in SEC Tournament

Kai McClelland, Tennis Beat Reporter
April 21, 2024
The Kentucky mens tennis team huddles up during the Kentucky vs Notre Dame mens tennis match on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff

PREVIEW: No. 5 Kentucky men’s tennis predictions for SEC Tournament

Sara Gibson, Kai McClelland, and Grace Brydges
April 19, 2024
Kentucky freshman Matt Rankin hits the ball during the Kentucky vs Notre Dame mens tennis match on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff

COLUMN: Kentucky men’s tennis freshmen and their role in undefeated SEC season

Kai McClelland, Tennis Beat Reporter
April 17, 2024
Kentucky freshman Jack Loutit hits the ball during the Kentucky vs. Virginia mens tennis match on Sunday Feb. 4, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-3. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff

No. 5 Kentucky men’s tennis claims SEC Title, finishes league play undefeated

Sara Gibson and Kai McClelland
April 15, 2024
Kentucky fifth year Taha Baadi hits the ball during the Kentucky vs Notre Dame mens tennis match on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff

No. 4 Kentucky men’s tennis defeats No. 19 South Carolina, improves to 19-2

Kai McClelland, Tennis Beat Reporter
April 9, 2024
Kentucky players celebrate during the No. 7 Kentucky vs. No. 18 Alabama men's tennis match on Sunday, March 3, 2024, at the Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-2. Photo by Cameron Guagenti | Staff

No. 5 Kentucky men’s tennis takes down Arkansas and Ole Miss on the road

Kai McClelland, Tennis Beat Reporter
April 2, 2024
Kentucky fifth year Taha Baadi hits the ball during the Kentucky vs Notre Dame mens tennis match on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff

No. 5 Kentucky men’s tennis remains undefeated in SEC, defeats No. 10 Texas A&M and No. 21 Auburn

Kai McClelland, Tennis Beat Writer
March 25, 2024
Kentucky players serve the ball during the No. 7 Kentucky vs. No. 18 Alabama men's tennis match on Sunday, March 3, 2024, at the Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-2. Photo by Cameron Guagenti | Staff

Kentucky men’s tennis improves to 5-0 in SEC, takes down LSU and Mississippi state

Kai McClelland, Tennis Beat Writer
March 20, 2024
Kentucky fifth year Taha Baadi celebrates during the Kentucky vs Notre Dame mens tennis match on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff

Kentucky men’s tennis defeats Florida Gators 6-1

Kai McClelland and Grace Brydges
March 11, 2024
Kentucky freshman Jack Loutit hits the ball during the Kentucky vs. Virginia mens tennis match on Sunday Feb. 4, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-3. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff

Kentucky men’s tennis sweeps opening weekend of SEC play

Kai McClelland and Grace Brydges
March 9, 2024
Kentucky senior Elizabeth Stevens 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

PREVIEW: Kentucky women’s tennis prepares for conference play

Kai McClelland and Grace Brydges
March 1, 2024
Kentucky freshman Jack Loutit hits the ball during the Kentucky vs. Virginia mens tennis match on Sunday Feb. 4, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-3. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff

Get to Know: 2024 Kentucky men’s tennis team

Kai McClelland, Reporter
February 29, 2024
The Kentucky mens tennis team huddles up during the Kentucky vs Notre Dame mens tennis match on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff

PREVIEW: A look into the SEC schedule for Kentucky men’s tennis

Kai McClelland and Sara Gibson
February 29, 2024
Kentucky fifth year Taha Baadi hits the ball during the Kentucky vs Notre Dame mens tennis match on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff

Kentucky men’s tennis takes down Dayton in last matches before SEC play

Sara Gibson and Kai McClelland
February 22, 2024
Kentucky senior Elizabeth Stevens celebrates after winning a set 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 sweeps Eastern Kentucky 7-0

Kai McClelland and Grace Brydges
February 20, 2024
Kentucky senior Joshua Lapadat hits the ball during the Kentucky vs Notre Dame mens tennis match on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff

Key players from No. 11 Kentucky men’s tennis’ split weekend

Kai McClelland and Grace Brydges
February 13, 2024
Kentucky freshman Jack Loutit hits the ball during the Kentucky vs. Virginia mens tennis match on Sunday Feb. 4, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-3. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff

No. 16 Kentucky men’s tennis upsets defending national champions No. 3 Virginia 4-3

Kai McClelland and Grace Brydges
February 5, 2024
Kentucky fifth year Taha Baadi celebrates during the Kentucky vs Notre Dame mens tennis match on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff

Takeaways from Kentucky men’s tennis’ first loss during ITA Kickoff Weekend

Sara Gibson and Kai McClelland
January 29, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats senior Taha Baadi hits the ball during the No. 5 Kentucky vs. No. 6 South Carolina mens tennis match on Thursday, March 2, 2023, at the Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. South Carolina won 4-3. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff

Kentucky men’s tennis remains undefeated with comeback win over Illinois

Kai McClelland, Tennis Beat Reporter
January 27, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats senior Taha Baadi hits the ball during the No. 5 Kentucky vs. No. 6 South Carolina mens tennis match on Thursday, March 2, 2023, at the Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. South Carolina won 4-3. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff

Three takeaways from Kentucky men’s tennis’ sweeping opening weekend

Kai McClelland and Sara Gibson
January 22, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats freshman Zoe Hammond waits for her singles opponent to serve during the Kentucky vs. Alabama womens tennis match on Sunday, April 2, 2023, at Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Alabama won 4-1. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff

Three takeaways from Kentucky women’s tennis’ 2-0 opening weekend

Sara Gibson and Kai McClelland
January 17, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats running back Ray Davis (1) celebrates a touchdown during the Kentucky vs. Florida football game on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 33-14. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff

Kentucky football’s Ray Davis becomes the first player since 2009 to record touchdowns in first seven matches at UK

Kai McClelland, Reporter
October 19, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats midfielder Alfred Baafi (7) kicks the ball midair during the Kentucky vs. Lipscomb mens soccer match on Friday, Sept. 9, 2023 at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-2. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff

Kentucky men’s soccer snaps four-match losing streak, draws Indiana 1-1

Kai McClelland, Reporter
October 5, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats midfielder Casper Grening (10) walks off the pitch during the Kentucky vs. ETSU mens soccer match on Monday, Aug. 28, 2023, at the Wendell & Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 1-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff

Kentucky men’s soccer falls to Ohio State 3-0, losing back-to-back games

Kai McClelland, Reporter
September 20, 2023
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