HHS investigates Humana Medicare mailer warning seniors on health overhaulWASHINGTON — The Obama administration warned insurance companies Monday they face possible legal action for allegedly trying to scare seniors with misleading information about the potential for lost benefits under health care legislation in Congress. Knowing heat is a danger, football coaches focus on player safety after colleague acquittedLOUISVILLE, Ky. — Bart Curtis knows running and conditioning are part of preparing football players for a game. Extensive flood damage will force Kentucky Derby Museum to remain closed for rest of yearLOUISVILLE, Ky. — The Kentucky Derby Museum will remain closed for the rest of the year as the tourist attraction showcasing the world’s most famous horse race tries to recover from flood damage. Police: Ex-lawmaker charged with murder told police he was ‘at end of his rope’FRANKFORT, Ky. — A one-time Kentucky political star whose reputation was tarnished by an ex-girlfriend’s domestic violence allegations told police of wanting revenge when he was arrested in a cemetery hours after she was shot to death. Former coach Billy Gillispie wants UK countersuit against him moved to federal courtLEXINGTON, Ky. — Former Kentucky coach Billy Gillispie wants a lawsuit the school filed against him moved to federal court. Ex-Ky. lawmaker charged with murder, violation of protective order in woman’s deathFRANKFORT, Ky. — Lexington police charged former Kentucky lawmaker Steve Nunn with murder Monday in the death of his ex-girlfriend. EPA identifies 79 coal mine permits in 4 states for additional reviewCHARLESTON, W.Va. — The Obama administration on Friday stepped up its efforts to curb environmental damage from surface coal mining, announcing plans to give 79 permit applications in four states additional scrutiny. Growth industry: Recession blamed as marijuana farming increases from California to AppalachiaBARBOURVILLE, Ky. — Machete-wielding police officers have hacked their way through billions of dollars worth of marijuana in the country’s top pot-growing states to stave off a bumper crop sprouting in the tough economy. Growth industry: Marijuana seizures rise in bad economy; Appalachia home to hard luck growersBARBOURVILLE, Ky. — Machete-wielding police officers have hacked their way through billions of dollars worth of marijuana in the country’s top pot-growing states to stave off a bumper crop sprouting in the tough economy. CEO of coal miner Massey Energy blasts climate bill, government at industry rally in W.Va.HOLDEN, W.Va. — The chief executive of coal mining giant Massey Energy blasted supporters of climate-change legislation and other environmental issues affecting the coal industry at a free Labor Day concert and rally in southern West Virginia. Safety reforms show no instant impact at curbing racehorse deaths; 1,200 fatalities in ‘08LEXINGTON, Ky. — The rush to improve safety since Eight Belles was euthanized at last year’s Kentucky Derby did little to curb the number of horses dying at American racetracks in 2008, The Associated Press found in a national count. Former Army soldier gets 5 life sentences in Ky. for rape, murders in IraqPADUCAH, Ky. — A former soldier received five consecutive life sentences Friday for his role in the rape and murder of an Iraqi teenager and the slaying of three of her family members. Former Army soldier gets 5 consecutive life sentences in Ky. for rape, murders in IraqPADUCAH, Ky. — A former soldier has received five consecutive life sentences for his role in the rape and murder of an Iraqi teenager and the slaying of three of her family members. Mother of Ky. player who died testifies ex-football coach told her he pushed team hardLOUISVILLE, Ky. — Michelle Crockett dabbed her eyes. Her voice cracked with emotion. Mother of player who died says ex-football coach told her he pushed team hard before collapseLOUISVILLE, Ky. — The mother of a high school football player who died after collapsing at practice said Friday the coach told her in the hospital that he had pushed the team hard. Former Army soldier scheduled to get life sentence in Ky. for rape, murders in IraqPADUCAH, Ky. — A former soldier is scheduled to be sentenced to life in prison without parole for the rape and murder of an Iraqi teenager and the shooting deaths of three of her family members. Prosecutors: Football player who later died was ignored after collapse during running drillLOUISVILLE, Ky. — Prosecutors say that a former Kentucky high school football coach charged with reckless homicide ignored a player who collapsed in running drills and later died. Brown-Forman 1st-quarter profit rises 38 percent on lower operating costsLOUISVILLE, Ky. — Liquor company Brown-Forman Corp. reported a 38 percent spike in first-quarter profit Wednesday as job cuts and lower advertising spending offset sluggish sales for such key brands as Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey and Finlandia vodka. Analysts expect liquor company Brown-Forman to report lower 1st-qtr profit amid soft salesLOUISVILLE, Ky. — Liquor company Brown-Forman Corp. reports earnings for its first quarter on Wednesday before the market opens. The following is a summary of key developments and analyst opinion related to the period. Ky. coroner report called H.S. football death an accident, was completed before charges filedLOUISVILLE, Ky. — A coroner’s report completed months before a high school football coach was charged with reckless homicide in a player’s death declared the death an accident. Ky. coach’s trial in death of high school athlete centers on practice that many saw as typicalLOUISVILLE, Ky. — After two-plus hours of practice, Pleasure Ridge Park football coach David Jason Stinson had seen enough of players goofing off. Ky. military contractor accused of threatening witnesses amid investigation of faulty repairsLOUISVILLE, Ky. — A military contractor under investigation on allegations he overbilled and did faulty repair work on Navy and Army aircraft has been charged with threatening to kill witnesses in the case, according to a complaint unsealed Thursday. Prosecutors: Ky. man accused of killing Wis. couple in 1980 says he had sex with female victimJEFFERSON, Wis. — A former drifter accused of killing two high school sweethearts nearly 30 years ago told detectives he had sex with the woman and then watched a group of men stomp the couple to death, according to prosecutors. STIMULUS WATCH: Republicans oppose stimulus as billions of dollars flow to their districtsWASHINGTON — Georgia’s Republican senators, Saxby Chambliss and Johnny Isakson, voted against the $787 billion economic stimulus package, blasting the bill as a bloated government giveaway. Judge declares unconstitutional Ky. Homeland Security law that requires dependence on GodLOUISVILLE, Ky. — It is one thing to trust in God, but quite another to be ordered to rely on protection from above during national emergencies, a judge has ruled. Papa John’s founder pays $250K reward, reunites with ‘71 Camaro Z28 he sold to save businessLOUISVILLE, Ky. — With the help of a $250,000 reward, the founder of the Papa John’s pizza chain has finally reunited with the muscle car he sold years ago to help keep his family’s business afloat. Gen. Petraeus: Fighting, civilian improvements equally important to winning Afghan conflictLOUISVILLE, Ky. — The commander of the U.S. Central Command warned Tuesday that growing numbers of American soldiers sent to Afghanistan will encounter tough fighting, but said improving civilians’ lives is as important to winning the war as defeating militants. Top US military officer welcomes debate about Afghanistan war amid declining supportLOUISVILLE, Ky. — The nation’s top military officer says he welcomes debate about the war in Afghanistan on the heels of a recent poll showing diminishing support for the conflict. Papa John’s founder reunites with the beloved 1971 Camaro Z28 he sold to save family businessLOUISVILLE, Ky. — The founder of the Papa John’s pizza chain has finally reunited with the muscle car he sold years ago to help keep his family’s business afloat. Official: Smoking ban in effect at Ky. prison where inmates rioted and burned down buildingsBURGIN, Ky. — A government official says smoking has been banned — at least temporarily — at a Kentucky prison where several buildings were burned down during an inmate riot. |
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