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On Today's Morning Edition - Mourners gathered to remember Charlie Kirk, Palestinians react as more countries recognize them as a sovereign state, and a campaign seeks to change how communities respond to substance use emergencies. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org
September 22, 2025 at 9:47 AM
On Today's Morning Edition - Mourners gathered to remember Charlie Kirk, Palestinians react as more countries recognize them as a sovereign state, and a campaign seeks to change how communities respond to substance use emergencies. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org
On Today's Morning Edition - Israel launches airstrike targeting Hamas in Qatar, Administration released plan to improve children's health, and with possible SNAP cuts on the way, a central Kentucky food bank is expanding. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
September 10, 2025 at 9:42 AM
On Today's Morning Edition - Israel launches airstrike targeting Hamas in Qatar, Administration released plan to improve children's health, and with possible SNAP cuts on the way, a central Kentucky food bank is expanding. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
On Today's Morning Edition Trump moves to fire member of Federal Reserve's governing board, Kilmar Abrego Garcia taken into ICE custody again, and Berea College named 'number one best college for your tuition and tax dollars'. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
August 26, 2025 at 9:43 AM
On Today's Morning Edition Trump moves to fire member of Federal Reserve's governing board, Kilmar Abrego Garcia taken into ICE custody again, and Berea College named 'number one best college for your tuition and tax dollars'. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
On Today's Morning Edition - Israel announces plan to take over Gaza City, the political battle over redrawing congressional maps continues to escalate, and Apple announces plans to have all iPhone and Apple Watch glass produced in Ky. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 or weku.org.
August 8, 2025 at 9:43 AM
On Today's Morning Edition - Israel announces plan to take over Gaza City, the political battle over redrawing congressional maps continues to escalate, and Apple announces plans to have all iPhone and Apple Watch glass produced in Ky. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 or weku.org.
On Today's Morning Edition - President Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff visits Russia for talks over Ukraine war, how Pam Bondi has redefined the Attorney General role, and Lexington opens new offices for community paramedics. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
August 6, 2025 at 9:46 AM
On Today's Morning Edition - President Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff visits Russia for talks over Ukraine war, how Pam Bondi has redefined the Attorney General role, and Lexington opens new offices for community paramedics. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
On Today's Morning Edition - As ceasefire talks stall, Israel's government weights a full occupation of Gaza, and Republicans spar over chance at McConnell’s seat at 145th annual Fancy Farm picnic. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
August 5, 2025 at 9:42 AM
On Today's Morning Edition - As ceasefire talks stall, Israel's government weights a full occupation of Gaza, and Republicans spar over chance at McConnell’s seat at 145th annual Fancy Farm picnic. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
On Today's Morning Edition - Businesses along the U.S.-Mexico border feel the uncertainty of tariffs negotiations, and FEMA says KY non-profits may be eligible for storm-related public assistance. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
August 4, 2025 at 9:46 AM
On Today's Morning Edition - Businesses along the U.S.-Mexico border feel the uncertainty of tariffs negotiations, and FEMA says KY non-profits may be eligible for storm-related public assistance. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
On Today's Morning Edition - Global pressure builds on Israel to let more aid into Gaza, and an environmental attorney says a Trump Administration rule changes won't bring back coal mining. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
July 31, 2025 at 9:46 AM
On Today's Morning Edition - Global pressure builds on Israel to let more aid into Gaza, and an environmental attorney says a Trump Administration rule changes won't bring back coal mining. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
On Today's Morning Edition - Israel will allow limited aid into Gaza as global outrage grows, President Trump announces trade deal with EU, and early childhood advocates unite behind Gov. Beshear's plan for universal pre-K. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
July 28, 2025 at 9:49 AM
On Today's Morning Edition - Israel will allow limited aid into Gaza as global outrage grows, President Trump announces trade deal with EU, and early childhood advocates unite behind Gov. Beshear's plan for universal pre-K. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
On Today's Morning Edition - Congress rolls back $9 billion in public media funding and foreign aid, Trump threatens to sue Wall Street Journal, and NWS says flash floods possible amid rainfall through weekend in KY. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
July 18, 2025 at 9:43 AM
On Today's Morning Edition - Congress rolls back $9 billion in public media funding and foreign aid, Trump threatens to sue Wall Street Journal, and NWS says flash floods possible amid rainfall through weekend in KY. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
On Today's Morning Edition - The latest on the deadly floods in Texas, The Supreme Court allows Trump to resume mass federal layoffs for now, and four more measles cases are reported in central Kentucky outbreak. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
July 9, 2025 at 9:42 AM
On Today's Morning Edition - The latest on the deadly floods in Texas, The Supreme Court allows Trump to resume mass federal layoffs for now, and four more measles cases are reported in central Kentucky outbreak. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
On Today's Morning Edition - An update on the floods in Texas that have killed dozens, Trump shifts deadline on sweeping tariffs, and a Central Kentucky superintendent says federal funding freeze could cost his district nearly $200K. Plus local traffic and weather. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
July 7, 2025 at 9:46 AM
On Today's Morning Edition - An update on the floods in Texas that have killed dozens, Trump shifts deadline on sweeping tariffs, and a Central Kentucky superintendent says federal funding freeze could cost his district nearly $200K. Plus local traffic and weather. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
On Today's Morning Edition - The latest on the GOP megabill now before the House, forecasters say tax cut and spending bill would add trillions to U.S. debt, and GE has announced plans to bring more production to its Kentucky complex. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
July 3, 2025 at 9:43 AM
On Today's Morning Edition - The latest on the GOP megabill now before the House, forecasters say tax cut and spending bill would add trillions to U.S. debt, and GE has announced plans to bring more production to its Kentucky complex. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
On Today's Morning Edition - What the GOP tax and spending bill means for people on Medicaid, Trump administration to slash ATF budget and ease gun regulations, and black bear sightings in KY are on the uptick. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
July 2, 2025 at 9:42 AM
On Today's Morning Edition - What the GOP tax and spending bill means for people on Medicaid, Trump administration to slash ATF budget and ease gun regulations, and black bear sightings in KY are on the uptick. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
On Today's Morning Edition - Senate Republicans are closing in on a final vote on GOP spending bill, USAID officially shuts down Tuesday, and Madison County discusses new 911 service fee amid zoning classification errors. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
July 1, 2025 at 9:42 AM
On Today's Morning Edition - Senate Republicans are closing in on a final vote on GOP spending bill, USAID officially shuts down Tuesday, and Madison County discusses new 911 service fee amid zoning classification errors. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
On Today's Morning Edition - The senate moves ahead on massive tax and spending bill, Russia launches record aerial attack on Ukraine over the weekend, and the state will use over $6 million for critical road and bridge projects. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
June 30, 2025 at 9:40 AM
On Today's Morning Edition - The senate moves ahead on massive tax and spending bill, Russia launches record aerial attack on Ukraine over the weekend, and the state will use over $6 million for critical road and bridge projects. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
On Today's Morning Edition - Officials have yet to provide evidence on the damage to Iran's nuclear facilities, Supreme Court meets to decide 6 remaining cases, and KSP make 16 arrests as part of national online child safety operation. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 or weku.org.
June 27, 2025 at 9:45 AM
On Today's Morning Edition - Officials have yet to provide evidence on the damage to Iran's nuclear facilities, Supreme Court meets to decide 6 remaining cases, and KSP make 16 arrests as part of national online child safety operation. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 or weku.org.
On Today's Morning Edition - Pres.Trump is back after a NATO summit in the Netherlands, Senate Republicans rush to pass President Trump's signature policy bill, and a KY Power company offers tips to save energy costs amid heat wave. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 or weku.org.
June 26, 2025 at 9:46 AM
On Today's Morning Edition - Pres.Trump is back after a NATO summit in the Netherlands, Senate Republicans rush to pass President Trump's signature policy bill, and a KY Power company offers tips to save energy costs amid heat wave. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 or weku.org.
On Today's Morning Edition - Pres.Trump announced Iran and Israel have agreed to a ceasefire, the U.S. Supreme Court allows third-country deportations temporarily, and KY unemployment rate remains steady amid growth in jobs and labor. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
June 24, 2025 at 9:46 AM
On Today's Morning Edition - Pres.Trump announced Iran and Israel have agreed to a ceasefire, the U.S. Supreme Court allows third-country deportations temporarily, and KY unemployment rate remains steady amid growth in jobs and labor. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
On Today's Morning Edition - The Trump administration defends its strikes on three nuclear targets in Iran, a Horseracing industry group says ICE raids could leave racetracks with workforce shortages, and Heat Advisories for much the state. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
June 23, 2025 at 9:46 AM
On Today's Morning Edition - The Trump administration defends its strikes on three nuclear targets in Iran, a Horseracing industry group says ICE raids could leave racetracks with workforce shortages, and Heat Advisories for much the state. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
On Today's Morning Edition - An appeals court backs Trump's control of the CA National Guard for now, EU ministers undertake diplomatic effort to end Iran-Israel conflict, and the NWS forecasts high heat and humidity in upcoming days. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 or weku.org.
June 20, 2025 at 9:51 AM
On Today's Morning Edition - An appeals court backs Trump's control of the CA National Guard for now, EU ministers undertake diplomatic effort to end Iran-Israel conflict, and the NWS forecasts high heat and humidity in upcoming days. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 or weku.org.
On Today's Morning Edition - Suspect in killing of a Minnesota lawmaker and her husband taken into custody and charged, the latest on the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel, and ‘No Kings’ protesters rally across Kentucky. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
June 16, 2025 at 9:41 AM
On Today's Morning Edition - Suspect in killing of a Minnesota lawmaker and her husband taken into custody and charged, the latest on the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel, and ‘No Kings’ protesters rally across Kentucky. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
On Today's Morning Edition - Israel strikes Iran killing two top military leaders, Congress moves to eliminate federal funding for public media, and Lexington's city council passes a city budget for next fiscal year. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
June 13, 2025 at 9:44 AM
On Today's Morning Edition - Israel strikes Iran killing two top military leaders, Congress moves to eliminate federal funding for public media, and Lexington's city council passes a city budget for next fiscal year. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
On today's Morning Edition - A feud erupted between President Trump and former adviser Elon Musk, migrant detainees staged a protest at a facility in Miami, and Kentucky’s gas tax will lower by another cent in July. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
June 6, 2025 at 9:43 AM
On today's Morning Edition - A feud erupted between President Trump and former adviser Elon Musk, migrant detainees staged a protest at a facility in Miami, and Kentucky’s gas tax will lower by another cent in July. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
On Today's Morning Edition - The senate returns to work with Pres.Trump's budget plan in the agenda, Ukraine and Russia resume peace talks, and EKU Aviation instructors fly supplies to southern Kentucky tornado victims. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.
June 2, 2025 at 9:48 AM
On Today's Morning Edition - The senate returns to work with Pres.Trump's budget plan in the agenda, Ukraine and Russia resume peace talks, and EKU Aviation instructors fly supplies to southern Kentucky tornado victims. Plus local weather and traffic. Join us 5-9 on 88.9 and weku.org.