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Students get splashed with paint at the SAB Paint Blue event on Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
SAB makes a splash with Paint Blue event
October 7, 2022
Author Dani Shapiro speaks at the Whitehall Classroom Building on Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Bryce Towle | Staff
Dani Shapiro: Storytelling with secrets
October 5, 2022
Campers rush to throw down their tents and blankets to claim a space on the lawn of Memorial Coliseum on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff
‘It’s that Kentucky thing.’ Big Blue Madness Campout brings UK basketball fans together
October 5, 2022
Dibakar Bhattacharyya, left, and Rollie Mills pose for a photo on Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
UK research team develops enzyme-embedded antiviral mask
October 5, 2022
UK SGA announces unofficial election results
UK SGA announces unofficial election results
October 4, 2022
A family poses for a picture at the Bluegrass Biscuit Bash as a part of Family Weekend on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Kentucky Kernel
Cats visit their kittens for University of Kentucky Parents Weekend
October 2, 2022
Police work a scene after responding to reports of shots being fired on University Avenue on Thursday, Sept. 8, 2022, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Increased Lexington, UK police patrol in neighborhoods near campus
September 15, 2022
A Starship robot crosses a road on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2022, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Kentucky Kernel
Star(ship) Wars: Return of the Droids
September 15, 2022
A UK student takes notes on an iPad in a class on Friday, Feb. 5, 2021, at White Hall Classroom Building in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Kentucky Kernel
Eduroam: A hotspot of connection issues
September 10, 2022
Students wait in line at restaurants in the Gatton Student Center on Thursday, Sept. 1, 2022. Photo by Michael Smallwood | Kentucky Kernel
OVERWHELMED: Students face lack of space and long lines in dining halls
September 9, 2022
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
The Kentucky Theatre hosts “And The Creek Rose,” a fundraising event benefiting Appalshop and the Appalachian Media Institution (AMI) on Sept. 16, 2022, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Rayleigh Deaton | Kentucky Kernel
‘Not a building.’ Kentucky Theatre hosts benefit event for Appalshop in wake of flooding
September 26, 2022
A University of Kentucky police car is parked in the driveway of UK mens basketball head coach John Calipari on Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2022, at 11:32 a.m. Two additional police vehicles were parked outside the home on Richmond Road in Lexington, Kentucky.
BREAKING: Woman arrested outside Calipari home, charged with trespassing
September 6, 2022
Kroger on Euclid Avenue on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2015, in Lexington, Kentucky. This location, along with others in Lexington, has adjusted its hours in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lexington Kroger locations implement earlier closing time
November 12, 2021
Rayann White, owner of Rayann’s Popcorn, talks to a customer on Friday, Sept. 3, 2021, at Julietta Market in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Rayann White is popping off: A Lexington success story
September 17, 2021
Construction of the new Coldstream Research Campus on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2021, at the Coldstream Research Campus in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Updates underway at UK’s Coldstream Research Campus
August 26, 2021
UK selected to participate in COVID-19 vaccine booster study
August 11, 2021
UK to require both vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals to wear masks indoors
August 6, 2021
US Supreme Court rules against NCAA, allows student-athletes to be compensated
June 21, 2021
Former Vice President Joe Biden speaks to Amy McGrath supporters during the rally on Friday, Oct. 12, 2018, at Bath County High School in Owingsville, Kentucky. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff
Key swing states called, driving Biden to victory over Trump
November 7, 2020
Lexington voters fill out their ballots at the Dunbar Community Center polling location on Nov. 3, 2020, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff.
Election round-up: What Kernelites are seeing and hearing in Lexington
November 3, 2020
A community member receives a COVID-19 test on Friday, Feb. 5, 2021, at UK’s Kroger Field testing site in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
UK employees suspended for noncompliance with COVID-19 testing
November 12, 2021
Chief Justice John D. Minton Jr. listens to UKs lawyer during oral arguments heard by the Kentucky Supreme Court in UKs 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
Pages from the Harwood file detailing the Kernel Press v. University of Kentucky lawsuit. Some information has been redacted by UK.
A story six years in the making
August 26, 2021
UK mandates weekly COVID-19 tests for unvaccinated faculty, staff and students
August 26, 2021
UK Senate Council members discuss mandating COVID-19 vaccines: “We’re in a strong position to call for a mandate”
August 24, 2021
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 UKs lawyer during oral arguments heard by the Kentucky Supreme Court in UKs 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
Pages from the Harwood file detailing the Kernel Press v. University of Kentucky lawsuit. Some information has been redacted by UK.
A story six years in the making
August 26, 2021
UK officials propose budget for fiscal year 2022
June 8, 2021
Gavel
Appeals Court rules in favor of Kernel in legal battle with UK
May 17, 2019
UK Student Government Association votes on vaccine mandate
UK Student Government Association votes on vaccine mandate
September 23, 2021
Candidates for SGA presidency suspend campaign following endorsement from white student who used N-word on social media
March 3, 2021
A Vote Here sign outside of the Maxwell Elementary Voting location. Voters came out early in the morning to vote in the midterm elections on Tuesday, Nov. 6, at the Maxwell Elementary Voting location in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
UK’s SGA elections have begun. Here’s where and how to vote.
March 2, 2020
Moderator Lance Poston makes closing remarks during the President and Vice President Debate on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2020, at UK College of Law Grand Courtroom in Lexington, Kentucky . Photo by Luke Taylor | Staff
SGA presidential,VP candidates debate ahead of next week’s elections
February 26, 2020
Sidewalks are lined with both Bevin and Beshear supporters before the gubernatorial debate on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019, at the Singletary Center for the Arts in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
PHOTOS: Candidates for Kentucky governor participate in on-campus debate
October 15, 2019
Five current and former UK football players filed a lawsuit against Lexington Police Department officer Cory Vinlove for false charges without probable cause leading to defamation.
UK football players sue Lexington police officer over 2021 felony charges
September 22, 2022
People surround a flipped car on State Street after UK fans gathered following Kentucky footballs win over Florida on Sept. 10, 2022. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Kentucky Kernel
Flipped car, burned couches as fans rush State Street after football victory
September 15, 2022
Police vehicles are parked along University Avenue after responding to reports of shots being fired on Thursday, Sept. 8, 2022, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Two suspects in off-campus shooting have prior charges for shootings
September 9, 2022
Kevin Real, chair of the UK Department of Communication, was arrested on Thursday, Sept. 8, 2022.
UK department chair arrested for sodomy, incest
September 9, 2022
Police talk to witnesses after responding to reports of shots being fired on University Avenue on Thursday, Sept. 8, 2022, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Shooting at off-campus house party injures 11 UK students
September 8, 2022
The author holding one of the Allende meteorite specimens from the Kentucky Geological Survey collection.
The oldest things on campus
October 7, 2022
Neima Moaven, left, and Drew Rodriguez, right, pose for a photo at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo provided by Addie Fresca Photography
Making connections at the Kentucky Sports Industry Conference
October 7, 2022
Shop manager William Varney demonstrates to mechanic Alex Grence how to use a specific tool on Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2022, at Wildcat Wheels Bicycle Library in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Kentucky Kernel
Wildcat Wheels: Wheel the world!
October 3, 2022
Cancer survivor Mafe Chaves poses for a portrait on Monday, Sept. 26, 2022, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Kentucky Kernel
Humans of UK: Mafe Chaves lives life to the fullest
October 2, 2022
Peyton Whitt, left, and Tanner Whitt, right, pose for a photo at the University of Kentucky. Photo by Tate Media Productions.
Rags and Riches: Two brothers and a band
October 1, 2022
Kentucky running back Kavosiey Smoke (0) runs towards the end zone during the University of Kentucky vs. South Carolina football game on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021, at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia, South Carolina. UK won 16-10. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Wildcats seek to deep fry the Gamecocks for bounce-back win
October 7, 2022
Neima Moaven, left, and Drew Rodriguez, right, pose for a photo at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo provided by Addie Fresca Photography
Making connections at the Kentucky Sports Industry Conference
October 7, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats forward Hannah Richardson (8) dribbles the ball up the field during the Kentucky vs. Auburn women’s soccer match on Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022, at the Wendell & Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jackson Dunavant | Staff
Wildcats stay winless in SEC play after falling to Auburn at home
October 7, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats head coach John Calipari coaches his team from the sidelines during the UK vs. Miles College exhibition basketball game on Friday, Nov. 5, 2021, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 80-71. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky mens basketball announces six-year schedule deal with Gonzaga
October 6, 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
October 6, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats head coach John Calipari coaches his team from the sidelines during the UK vs. Miles College exhibition basketball game on Friday, Nov. 5, 2021, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 80-71. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky mens basketball announces six-year schedule deal with Gonzaga
October 6, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats head coach John Calipari coaches his team from the sideline during the UK vs. Tennessee basketball game on Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 107-79. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky mens basketball unveils full 2022-2023 schedule
October 4, 2022
Kentucky mens basketball head coach John Calipari talks to fans during an open practice and telethon benefitting flood victims in Eastern Kentucky at Rupp Arena on Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2022 in Lexington, Kentucky.
2022 Blue-White game to be played in Pikeville
September 26, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats head coach John Calipari talks to reporters after the UK vs. Southern basketball game on Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2021, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 76-64. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky mens basketball announces Florida A&M as “unity series” opponent
September 15, 2022
The sun sets behind rows of tents during the Tent City Live event outside Memorial Coliseum on Thursday, Sept. 27, 2018, in Lexington, Kentucky. Fans campout in order to have the chance to claim free Big Blue Madness tickets. Photo by Jordan Prather | Kentucky Kernel
Kentucky basketball announces return of Big Blue Madness campout
September 14, 2022
Kentucky head coach Kyra Elzy answers a question during a postgame press conference after the UK vs. Princeton womens basketball game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Saturday, March 19, 2022, at Assembly Hall in Bloomington, Indiana. Princeton won 69-62. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kyra Elzy adds fifth signee to 2022 freshman class
April 13, 2022
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
Rhyne Howard drafted No. 1 overall in 2022 WNBA Draft; makes UK history
April 11, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Kyra Elzy celebrates with fans during the team’s return from the SEC Tournament championship game on Sunday, March 6, 2022, at Joe Craft Center in Lexington, Kentucky. UK defeated No. 1 South Carolina 64-62 with a 3-pointer by Dre’Una Edwards in the last seconds of the game in Nashville, Tennessee. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Kentucky extends Kyra Elzy through 2027
April 4, 2022
Kentucky guard Rhyne Howard (10) takes questions during a postgame press conference after the UK vs. Princeton womens basketball game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Saturday, March 19, 2022, at Assembly Hall in Bloomington, Indiana. Princeton won 69-62. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Rhyne Howard named Wooden Award All-American
March 30, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats center Olivia Owens (00) boxes out during a free throw during the UK vs. Presbyterian College women’s basketball game on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2021, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 81-53. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Olivia Owens announces departure from UK womens basketball team
March 28, 2022
Kentucky running back Kavosiey Smoke (0) runs towards the end zone during the University of Kentucky vs. South Carolina football game on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021, at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia, South Carolina. UK won 16-10. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Wildcats seek to deep fry the Gamecocks for bounce-back win
October 7, 2022
A group of South Carolina Gamecocks players make a tackle during the South Carolina vs. Georgia State football game on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia, South Carolina. Photo by Sydney Dunlap | Daily Gamecock
Across the (By)Line: South Carolina Gamecocks
October 6, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats quarterback Will Levis (7) walks off the field after the No. 7 Kentucky vs. No. 14 Ole Miss football game on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, at Vaught Hemingway Stadium in Oxford, Mississippi. Ole Miss won 22-19. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Column: It’s the little things that threaten to sink UK football
October 6, 2022
Ole Miss wide receiver Jordan Watkins (11) is tackled during the No. 7 Kentucky vs. No. 14 Ole Miss football game on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, at Vaught Hemingway Stadium in Oxford, Mississippi. Ole Miss won 22-19. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky Kernel Sports SEC Poll: football week 6
October 3, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats offensive coordinator Rich Scangarello walks off the field after the No. 7 Kentucky vs. No. 14 Ole Miss football game on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, at Vaught Hemingway Stadium in Oxford, Mississippi. Ole Miss won 22-19. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky drops to No. 13 after first loss of the season at Ole Miss
October 2, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats outfielder Adam Fogel (55) catches a fly ball during the UK vs. Bellarmine baseball game on Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2022, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 3-2. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Kentucky drubbed 9-1 by Florida in rainy onslaught in Gainesville
May 1, 2022
Kentucky earns much-needed win over Dayton in Lexington
May 1, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats infielder Chase Estep (12) fixes his hair 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 swamped 9-2 by Florida in Gainesville
April 30, 2022
Kentucky Wildcat Sean Harney (34) pitches during the University of Kentucky vs. Georgia State game on Sunday, March 14, 2021, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 4-2. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Wildcat comeback falls short; Kentucky loses 5-3 against Vanderbilt
April 24, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats infielder Daniel Harris IV (1) drops a fly ball during the UK vs. Bellarmine baseball game on Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2022, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 3-2. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Kentucky rebounds for big 3-2 win over Vanderbilt
April 24, 2022
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 reveals 2023 SEC schedule
September 30, 2022
Kentucky pitcher Izzy Harrison (42) 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
No. 11 Kentucky drops senior day game against Mississippi State, losing 6-2
May 1, 2022
Kentucky pitcher Miranda Stoddard (1) 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
Kentucky unable to win offensive battle against Missouri, loses 8-7
April 25, 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
April 21, 2022
Kentucky infielder Taylor Ebbs (3) dives for a foul ball 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
Kentucky edged out in 2-1 defeat at Arkansas
April 16, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats opposite Reagan Rutherford (10) and setter Emma Grome (4) celebrate a point during the UK vs. Illinois women’s volleyball game in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 3-1. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Kentucky tops Missouri 3-1 to advance to 2-1 in the SEC
September 29, 2022
Kentucky players celebrate during the Kentucky vs. LSU volleyball match on Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Kentucky Kernel
Kentucky volleyball concludes first SEC series 1-1 against LSU
September 25, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats setter Emma Grome (4) answers questions during a post game press conference after the Kentucky vs. Marquette volleyball match on Friday, Aug. 26, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Marquette won 3-2. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Column: Kentucky volleyball still a top tier program despite slow start
September 24, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats middle blocker Elise Goetzinger (11) and Kentucky Wildcats opposite Reagan Rutherford (10) block a ball during the Kentucky vs. Wisconsin volleyball match on Friday, Sept. 9, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Wisconsin won 3-0. Photo by Abby Szydlik | Kentucky Kernel
No. 13 Kentucky swept by No. 2 Nebraska
September 18, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats middle blocker Elise Goetzinger (11) and Kentucky Wildcats opposite Reagan Rutherford (10) block a ball during the Kentucky vs. Wisconsin volleyball match on Friday, Sept. 9, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Wisconsin won 3-0. Photo by Abby Szydlik | Kentucky Kernel
No. 14 Kentucky swept by reigning national champions No. 6 Wisconsin
September 10, 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
March 5, 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
February 26, 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. 12 Kentucky gymnastics comes up short against No. 2 Florida
February 19, 2022
Kentucky gymnasts run out onto the floor before 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
PHOTOS: No. 2 Florida defeats No. 10 Kentucky gymnastics 197.350-197.585
February 18, 2022
Cally Nixon celebrates after performing on bars during the UK vs. Missouri gymnastics meet on Saturday, Jan. 29, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Kentucky gymnastics win quad meet; improve to 5-1
February 4, 2022
Kentucky players celebrate after a goal during the Kentucky vs. Seattle mens soccer on Monday, Aug. 29, 2022, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 1-0. Photo by Abby Szydlik | Staff
No. 5 Kentucky overcomes weather; moves to nine games unbeaten
October 2, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats midfielder Enzo Mauriz (8) makes a pass during the Kentucky vs. Seattle mens soccer match on Monday, Aug. 29, 2022, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 1-0. Photo by David Falade | Staff
Kentucky earns first win in Sun Belt Conference; defeats Georgia State 5-1 in Atlanta
September 25, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats defender Robert Screen (2) shoots a penalty kick to secure the third goal during the Kentucky vs. Belmont mens soccer on Friday, Sept. 2, 2022, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 3-0. Photo by Abby Szydlik | Staff
Robert Screen’s free-kick seals victory as the Cats move to seven straight games unbeaten
September 21, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats defender Robert Screen (2) shoots a penalty kick to secure the third goal during the Kentucky vs. Belmont mens soccer on Friday, Sept. 2, 2022, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 3-0. Photo by Abby Szydlik | Staff
Kentucky battles Marshall to a 1-1 draw to start conference play
September 18, 2022
Kentuckys Luis Grassow (4) pushes the ball upfield during the Kentucky vs. Wright State mens soccer game on Monday, Aug. 30, 2021, at the Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 3-0. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Late equalizer forces 1-1 draw to keep Cats’ unbeaten streak alive
September 13, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats forward Hannah Richardson (8) dribbles the ball up the field during the Kentucky vs. Auburn women’s soccer match on Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022, at the Wendell & Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jackson Dunavant | Staff
Wildcats stay winless in SEC play after falling to Auburn at home
October 7, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats midfielder Úlfa Úlfarsdóttir (20) controls the ball during the Kentucky vs. EKU womens soccer game on Sunday, Aug. 28, 2022, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 4-0. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky womens soccer drops fourth-straight in SEC with 3-2 loss at LSU
October 3, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats forward Hannah Richardson (8) dribbles past defenders during the Kentucky vs. Tennessee womens soccer match on Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022, at the Wendell & Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Smallwood | Kentucky Kernel
Wildcats throttled 4-1 by Tennessee at home
September 26, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats midfielder Taylor Hattori (14) controls the ball during the Kentucky vs. EKU womens soccer game on Sunday, Aug. 28, 2022, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 4-0. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Cats shutout 2-0 in Nashville; suffer second straight loss against Vanderbilt
September 23, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats forward Hailey Farrington-Bentil (0) kicks the ball during the Kentucky vs. Eastern Michigan women’s soccer match on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 5-1. Photo by Abby Szydlik | Staff
Kentucky womens soccer falls short 2-1 in SEC opener against No. 15 Ole Miss
September 17, 2022
Liam Draxl celebrates winning a set 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.
Kentucky comes up short in NCAA Mens Tennis National Championship
May 22, 2022
UK earns a date to the NCAA Mens Tennis National Championship
UK earns a date to the NCAA Mens Tennis National Championship
May 21, 2022
Gabriel Diallo celebrates with his doubles partner during the University of Kentucky vs. Louisiana State mens 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 secures spot in Final Four for first time in program history
May 19, 2022
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. 10 Kentucky fights past LSU 4-2 in Baton Rouge for third straight win
April 16, 2022
Gabriel Diallo 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
Cats earn biggest victory of season, take down No. 5 Tennessee 4-3
April 8, 2022
Kentucky Rifle
Kentucky rifle wins GARC team championship
February 26, 2022
Kentucky rifle defeats West Virginia to earn share of conference title
February 12, 2022
Kentucky Rifle
UK Rifle defeats NC State behind historic performance
January 16, 2022
Mary Tucker. UK Rifle v Akron. Photo by Hannah Phillips | UK Athletics
Kentucky rifle defeats Army in West Point
January 15, 2022
Kentucky Rifle
Kentucky Rifle topples Akron in fall finale
November 21, 2021
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
UK Athletics recognizes Jim Green with naming of new track and field facility
September 19, 2022
UK T&F finds multiple victories at Drake Relays
May 1, 2022
Senior Carly Hinkle clears the bar in the high jump during the Kentucky Invitational meet on Saturday, May 1, 2021, at Shively Track and Field Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky wins six events on day two of Florida Relays
April 4, 2022
Kentucky completes two sets of relays in Raleigh and Austin
March 27, 2022
UK track and field add three personal bests in North Carolina and Virginia
February 6, 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
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 eighth at Notre Dame Invitational
October 1, 2021
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 women’s cross country finish first at Commodore Classic
September 17, 2021
Kentucky men’s cross country win season opener at Missouri
September 3, 2021
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
October 6, 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
Four UK divers punch ticket to NCAA Championships
March 9, 2022
Kentucky sophomore Parker Herren competes in the womens 100 yard backstroke during the meet against the University of Cincinnati on Friday, Jan. 31, 2020, at the Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
Kentucky swimming and diving sweep Cincinnati in final home meet of season
January 28, 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 mens and women’s swimming and diving drop meet against Louisville
January 22, 2022
Kentucky swimming and diving topped by Tennessee in dual meet
November 6, 2021
Dhaivat Pandya competes during the Bearcat Invitational. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
Difficult days in Alabama; Wildcats struggle in SEC Match Play
September 29, 2022
Dhaivat Pandya competes during the Bearcat Invitational. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
Not the superior Cats; Kentucky finishes ninth in Bearcat Invitational
September 23, 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
September 15, 2022
Kentucky finishes fifth in Lewis Chitengwa Memorial
April 13, 2022
Kentucky mens and womens golf finish first spring events of season
March 3, 2022
Kentucky players celebrate after scoring a goal during the UK vs. Louisville hockey game on Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022, at Lexington Ice Center in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 7-5. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky hockey loses 6-4 to Ohio State in first round of TSCHL playoffs
February 19, 2022
Kentucky players celebrate after scoring a goal during the UK vs. Louisville hockey game on Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022, at Lexington Ice Center in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 7-5. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Homework and hockey: Brett Quinn’s story
February 3, 2022
A Kentucky hockey player moves the puck up the rink during the game against EKU on Friday, Jan. 18, 2019, at The Lexington Ice Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 6 to 3. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
Kentucky hockey suffers first loss of season against DePaul
September 20, 2021
Kentucky and EKU hockey players chase after the puck during the game against EKU on Friday, Jan. 18, 2019, at The Lexington Ice Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 6 to 3. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
‘A rowdy, exciting time.’ Hockey returns to Lexington following pandemic, fire
September 9, 2021
A Kentucky hockey player looks for a shot at a goal during the game against EKU on Friday, Jan. 18, 2019, at The Lexington Ice Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 6 to 3. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky hockey defeats Eastern Kentucky 6 to 3
January 19, 2019
Kentucky Wildcats setter Emma Grome (4) answers questions during a post game press conference after the Kentucky vs. Marquette volleyball match on Friday, Aug. 26, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Marquette won 3-2. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Column: Kentucky volleyball still a top tier program despite slow start
September 24, 2022
Fans cheer as three planes perform a flyover before the Kentucky vs. Missouri football game on Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Kentucky Kernel
The culture and ceremony of football: An international perspective
September 1, 2022
Kentucky quarterback Will Levis (7) throws a pass during the Kentucky vs. Missouri football game on Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 35-28. Photo by Jack Weaver | Kentucky Kernel
Column: Will Levis poised for pivotal senior season
September 1, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats quarterback Will Levis walks down the Cat Walk before the UK vs Iowa Vrbo Citrus Bowl football game on Saturday, Jan. 1, 2022, at Camping World Stadium in Orlando. Photo by Michael Clubb | Kentucky Kernel
Column: This season may be do or die for Kentucky football
September 1, 2022
Kentucky football head coach Mark Stoops responded on Twitter to comments made by Kentucky mens basketball head coach John Calipari Wednesday referring to the University of Kentucky as a basketball school.
Column: Kentucky twitter civil war only serves to harm both programs
August 11, 2022
Partying as a refuge for college students
October 7, 2022
A student studies in the William T. Young Library on Monday, Aug. 17, 2020, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Managing your midterm stress
October 7, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats quarterback Will Levis (7) walks off the field after the No. 7 Kentucky vs. No. 14 Ole Miss football game on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, at Vaught Hemingway Stadium in Oxford, Mississippi. Ole Miss won 22-19. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Column: It’s the little things that threaten to sink UK football
October 6, 2022
Hocus Pocus 2: A long wait for disappointment
‘Hocus Pocus 2:’ A long wait for disappointment
October 5, 2022
Fallen leaves collect under a row of trees outside of William T. Young Library on Friday, Oct. 30, 2020, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Kentucky Kernel
How to make the most of fall in Lexington
October 3, 2022
So, what now?
So, what now?
June 24, 2022
A slice of sweet potato pie is served on Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Thanksgiving: A holiday glow up
November 18, 2021
Timothée Chalamet in the movie Dune. Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures.
Dune 2021: A classic gets its due
November 16, 2021
A masked student studies in the William T. Young Library during the first day of classes for the fall 2020 semester on Monday, Aug. 17, 2020, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Is fall 2021 easier?
November 16, 2021
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‘Dreaming of You.’ Novel brings dead pop star back to life
November 12, 2021
Fallen leaves collect under a row of trees outside of William T. Young Library on Friday, Oct. 30, 2020, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Looking back at fall 2021
December 2, 2021
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Fall break is a step in the right direction, but more is needed
October 29, 2021
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When will this end? A need for accountability in Greek life
October 21, 2021
A man remembers the fallen victims of 9/11. UK Army and Air Force ROTC placed nearly 3,000 flags this morning in front of the administration building and had speakers read out the names of fallen victims of the terrorism attacks of September 11th, 2001 on Tuesday, September 11, 2018 in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
How the memory of the 9/11 tragedy lives on
September 9, 2021
The Kentucky State Capitol on Friday, Jan. 29, 2021, in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff.
Game over: UK can no longer hide behind its lawsuit
August 26, 2021
Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver Barion Brown (2) drops a pass during the No. 7 Kentucky vs. No. 14 Ole Miss football game on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, at Vaught Hemingway Stadium in Oxford, Mississippi. Ole Miss won 22-19. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
PHOTOS: No. 7 Kentucky falls 22-19 to No. 14 Ole Miss in Oxford
October 1, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver Barion Brown (2) runs the ball for a touchdown during the No. 8 Kentucky vs. Northern Illinois football game on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 31-23. Photo by Abby Szydlik | Kentucky Kernel
PHOTOS: No. 8 Kentucky football defeats Northern Illinois University 31-23
September 25, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver Tayvion Robinson (9) runs the ball during the No. 9 Kentucky vs. Youngstown State football game on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 31-0. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky shuts out Youngstown State 31-0, remains undefeated
September 17, 2022
Florida fans fill the stands during the No. 20 Kentucky vs. No. 12 Florida football game on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida. UK won 26-16. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky football swamps Florida 26-16 in Gainesville
September 12, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats forward Jordyn Rhodes (30) keeps the ball away from a defender during the Kentucky vs. Eastern Michigan women’s soccer match on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 5-1. Photo by Abby Szydlik | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky womens soccer defeats Eastern Michigan 5-1 on Senior Day
September 11, 2022
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People surround a flipped car on State Street after UK fans gathered following Kentucky footballs win over Florida on Sept. 10, 2022. Photo by Maria Rauh | Kentucky Kernel

Police launch State Street investigation, ask for help identifying those involved

Kendall Staton, Asst. Opinions Editor • September 16, 2022

The Lexington Police Department is asking for assistance identifying those involved in “criminal activity” on State Street following UK’s win over Florida on Sept. 10. The Sept. 16 update from...

A group of UK students poses for a photo with a Lexington police officer during a student celebration after Kentucky football defeated No. 10 Florida on Saturday, Oct. 2, 2021, on Crescent Avenue in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

State Street: Should the tradition continue?

Audrey Fones • October 13, 2021

University of Kentucky fans are notorious for burning couches on State Street. On Oct. 2, Kentucky football upset Florida in a 20-13 victory to remain undefeated. The destructive tradition of State Street...

Students celebrate on State Street on Saturday, September 8, 2018 in Lexington, Kentucky after the UK football team beat the Florida Gators 27-16, ending a 31-year losing streak. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

PHOTOS: Students Celebrate Kentucky’s Win Over Florida on State Street

September 9, 2018

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Flipped cars, burning couches: a brief history of destructive post-game celebrations

Amanda Bryant • March 22, 2018

March Madness is here and, as tradition permits, the celebration isn’t far behind.While stray couches are looking for refuge, it is a good time to recall past celebrations centered on March Madness and...

A fire is set on fire after UKs sweet sixteen upset victory against Ohio St. on State Street on March 26, 2011 in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Brandon Goodwin | Staff File Photo 

Stray couches, flammable materials to be removed ahead of Thursday’s UK Sweet 16 game

Rick Childress • March 19, 2018

State Street is known as the hot spot for clandestine, and sometimes violent, victory celebrations. Lexington is taking preparatory actions ahead of UK basketball's Sweet Sixteen game on Thursday. Couches...

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