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Should College Athletes Be Required To Earn Degrees?

WLKY's Eric King has a look at what the U.S. Secretary of Education calls a major problem.

Published: Thu, 18 Mar 2010 15:24:37 EDT

Calipari Anxious Over Wildcats' Youth

The University of Kentucky begins its mission to bring an eighth national championship banner to the Bluegrass Thursday evening.

Published: Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:39:02 EDT

5 Sent To Hospital After Crash Involving Ambulance

Five people were sent to the hospital Wednesday night after an accident involving a car and an ambulance.

Published: Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:34:09 EDT

Murray State Upsets Vandy

The No.13 seed Murray State Racers upset the fourth-seeded Vanderbilt Commodores 66-65.

Published: Thu, 18 Mar 2010 16:53:33 EDT

Old Dominion Edges Notre Dame 51-50

Carleton ScottÂ’s 3-pointer rattled out in the closing seconds, and 11th-seeded Old Dominion delivered the first upset of the NCAA tournament when it stunned sixth-seeded Notre Dame 51-50 on Thursday in the South Regional.

Published: Thu, 18 Mar 2010 16:07:09 EDT

Villanova Tops Robert Morris 73-70 In OT

Scottie Reynolds responded to his benching with a solid performance at the foul line, and second-seeded Villanova survived a scare from Robert Morris in a 73-70 overtime win Thursday in the NCAA tournament.

Published: Thu, 18 Mar 2010 15:27:21 EDT

Fredette, BYU Outlast Florida 99-92 In Double OT

Jimmer Fredette scored 37 points, including two 3-pointers in double overtime, to seal BYUÂ’s thrilling 99-92 win over 10th-seeded Florida on Thursday in the first round of the NCAA tournament.

Published: Thu, 18 Mar 2010 15:30:07 EDT

Bill Discouraging Sexting Advances

A bill aimed at cracking down on the problem of teenagers sending nude photos via cell phones or online has advanced in the Kentucky General Assembly.

Published: Thu, 18 Mar 2010 13:04:56 EDT

Ohio Park May Reopen Without Troubled Coaster

An Ohio amusement park says a popular but troubled wooden roller coaster is likely to remain closed, at least at the start of the upcoming season.

Published: Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:58:44 EDT

Ky. National Guard Troops Return From Iraq

A welcome home ceremony is planned for Kentucky National Guard troops returning from Iraq.

Published: Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:42:11 EDT

Spring Break Discount For Park Visitors

KentuckyÂ’s state parks are offering visitors a discount on lodgings during spring break.

Published: Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:37:14 EDT

Kentucky High Court Upholds Foley's Murder Convictions

The Kentucky Supreme Court has turned away an appeal by a former FBI informant on death row for multiple killings.

Published: Thu, 18 Mar 2010 10:50:49 EDT

'Amanda's Bill' Passes Ky. Senate

The Senate has passed a bill aimed at protecting domestic violence victims by attaching ankle monitors to track the whereabouts of alleged abusers.

Published: Thu, 18 Mar 2010 09:19:21 EDT

GOP Strategist Karl Rove To Visit Indiana

Republican strategist Karl Rove will visit Indiana on Sunday.

Published: Thu, 18 Mar 2010 09:14:31 EDT

1 Vs. 16 Usually Lopsided In NCAA Tourney

The NCAA tournament is full of upsets in every matchup -- except for No. 1 vs. No. 16.

Published: Wed, 17 Mar 2010 17:02:53 EDT

Group Works To Improve Life In Smoketown-Shelby Park

Improving the quality of life in the Smoketown-Shelby Park neighborhood is the aim of students with the University of Louisville based National Crime Prevention Institute.

Published: Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:19:31 EDT

Irish Stores Celebrate Heritage Year-Round

While the masses celebrate St. Patrick's Day once a year, two Irish shops in Louisville celebrate Irish heritage year-round.

Published: Wed, 17 Mar 2010 15:44:59 EDT

Search Continues For Missing Louisville Man

Louisville Metro police are asking for the public's help in finding a missing man.

Published: Thu, 18 Mar 2010 04:44:02 EDT