“This decline was, like the last month’s, pervasive and unanimous across age, income, education, geographic region and political affiliation,” Joanne Hsu, the survey’s director, said in a release. Read MoreUS consumer sentiment plummets to second-lowest level on records going back to 1952
“The successive imposition of excessively high tariffs on China by the US has become nothing more than a numbers game, with no real economic significance,” a spokesperson for China’s Commerce Ministry said in a statement Friday. Read MoreXi says China ‘not afraid’ as Beijing raises tariffs on US goods to 125% in latest escalation of trade war
After heavy storms in the area, many residents may have received life-saving alerts last week, warning them to take cover from tornadoes or flash flooding. This week, the National Weather Service announced it is no longer providing language translations for those events. Read MoreRecovery group raises alarm over halt to translations in weather alerts
High turbulent water damaged a reservoir spillway in Marshall County, resulting in water backups and flooding. The spillway sits behind private property on Oak Level Road in Marshall County. Read MoreReservoir spillway system in Marshall County causes flooding
The Supreme Court on Thursday required President Donald Trump’s administration to “facilitate” the return of a Maryland man mistakenly deported to El Salvador but stopped short of requiring the government to return him to the United States. Read MoreSupreme Court says Trump must ‘facilitate’ return of man mistakenly deported to El Salvador
Mikal Mahdi, 42, chose to die by three bullets to the heart instead of lethal injection or the electric chair. On March 7, Brad Sigmon was executed in the first U.S. firing squad death in 15 y… Read MoreSouth Carolina prepares for second firing squad execution
One concern voiced by critics is that receiving a basic income could make people less inclined to work. But the Grundeinkommen study suggests that may not be the case at all. Read MoreGerman experiment gave people a basic monthly income. The effect on their work ethic was surprising
Spring is here, and in response the Shawnee Group of the Sierra Club will be holding their Native Plant Sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 12 at the Town Square Pavilion. Read MoreShawnee Group of the Sierra Club to hold annual native plant sale
UPDATE: At 8:43 a.m., KYTC announced that I-24 westbound is open and the roadway is clear. Read MoreKYTC: I-24 westbound open following semi crash cleanup in Lyon County
Have you ever been miles away from home, working remotely, and suddenly realized you desperately need a file from your home computer? Read MoreChrome remote desktop offers access from anywhere
A federal judge is allowing the Trump administration to move forward with a requirement that everyone in the U.S. illegally must register with the federal government, in a move that could have… Read MoreJudge allows requirement that everyone in the US illegally must register to move forward
The US Department of Health and Human Services has launched a “massive testing and research effort,” that will determine “what has caused the autism epidemic” by September, according to Secret… Read MoreRFK Jr. claims new research effort will find cause of ‘autism epidemic’ by September
First Christian Church in Mayfield is making strides in rebuilding after the historic building was destroyed by the December 2021 tornado. Read MoreFirst Christian Church in Mayfield advances in rebuilding
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Kentucky...Illinois...Missouri... Ohio River at Smithland Dam...Paducah...Olmsted Lock and Dam...and Cairo .Water levels continue to rise along the Ohio River from Smithland Dam downstream to Cairo. Crests in minor to major flood stage are forecast. At Smithland Dam and Paducah, the river will crest around Thursday, April 17. At Olmsted Lock and Dam, the river will now crest this afternoon and at Cairo, the river will now crest this evening. For the Ohio River...including Smithland Dam, Paducah, Olmsted Lock and Dam, Cairo...Major flooding is forecast. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Additional information is available at weather.gov && ...FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE... * WHAT...Moderate flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Ohio River at Paducah. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 47.0 feet, Property damage begins on the the Illinois and Kentucky sides of the river. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 11:00 AM CDT Friday the stage was 47.1 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 48.0 feet early Thursday morning. - Flood stage is 39.0 feet. &&
...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM CDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Portions of western Kentucky, including the following counties, Ballard, Carlisle, Fulton, Graves, Hickman, Marshall and McCracken and southeast Missouri, including the following county, Mississippi. * WHEN...Until 1000 PM CDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is occurring. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 958 AM CDT, emergency management reported that numerous state and county roads across the warned area remain closed due to high water. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Paducah, Mayfield, Charleston, Benton, East Prairie, Cairo, Calvert City, Fulton, Hickman, Clinton, La Center, Bardwell, Wickliffe, Lone Oak, Reidland, Towosahgy State Historic Site, Big Oak Tree State Park, Barlow, Wyatt and Anniston. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. &&
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PADUCAH, Ky. -- Below is a list of reported high school baseball and softball scores from Thursday, April 10. Read More4/10 High School Baseball & Softball
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PADUCAH, KY -- Below is a list of reported high school baseball and softball scores from Wednesday, April 9th. Read More4/9 High School Baseball & Softball
The Murray State Baseball team, (20-8, 5-4 MVC), defeated Bellarmine, (8-24, 4-8 ASUN), 10-0 in seven innings at Johnny Reagan Field in Murray, Kentucky Tuesday afternoon. The Racers have now … Read MoreGarner powers Murray State past Bellarmine 10-0
Deputies with the Calloway County Sheriff's Office arrested Almo man Billy K. Reed on Thursday on multiple charges, which marked his 38th arrest since 2001. Read MoreSheriff's office arrests Calloway County man, marks his 38th arrest since 2001
A helicopter has crashed in New York City, into the Hudson River near Pier 40. Read MoreNYC: Helicopter crash in the Hudson River
(CNN) — The federal government outlined evidence to support Mahmoud Khalil’s deportation order in a newly-released, two-page memo from Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Read MoreNewly-released memo from Rubio details government’s only evidence in effort to deport Mahmoud Khalil
At 1:45 p.m., the National Weather Service in Paducah issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Carbondale until 2:15 p.m. Read MoreNWS issues severe thunderstorm warning for Carbondale
There are currently more than 26 million people living with asthma in the US — here are some strategies for mitigating asthma attack triggers. Read MoreTips on navigating asthma triggers
At approximately 9:17 p.m. on April 9, deputies responded to the 11000 block of Ogden Landing Road for reports of an ATV collision, with the preliminary investigation indicating that the drive… Read MoreMCSO: Single vehicle collision kills one
The McCracken County Sheriff's Office states that the investigation determined the deputy jailer was having inappropriate sexual contact with the female inmate and gave her items that he was n… Read MoreMCSO: Deputy jailer charged with first degree sexual abuse
Funeral services have been announced for Lee Chandler, 27. Lee had been unaccounted for after a report of a boating accident on April 6, and the following day his body was recovered from floodwaters. Read MoreFuneral services announced for Lee Chandler
These cuties are waiting for you at the Mayfield-Graves County Animal Shelter! Read MoreSassy and Ekko — Two fantastic felines ready for their forever families
Amazon shoppers can likely expect some prices to rise due to the ongoing global trade war, the company’s CEO admitted. Read MoreExpect Amazon prices to rise because of tariffs, CEO says
According to the Carbondale Police Department, at 6:55 p.m. on April 7, officers responded to the 400 block of East Ashley Street where an individual reported being threatened by a group of ma… Read MoreCarbondale PD: One arrested for aggravated unlawful use of a weapon
Looking to do a little shopping? At United Way of Western Kentucky's Power of the Purse, you can find a great bag while supporting an even better cause. The event will begin at 11:30 a.m. on A… Read MoreUnited Way of Western Kentucky to hold Power of the Purse auction
The US stock market, fresh off its third-best day in modern history, is sinking back into reality. The Dow, after rising nearly 3,000 points Wednesday, fell more than 900 points, or 2.25%, Thu… Read MoreUS stocks tumble again as reality sets back in on Wall Street
After last week's storms and floods, people are still picking up the pieces, including communities affected by mudslides. Hickman neighbors on Wednesday shared why they're still concerned afte… Read More'Terrifying': Hickman residents on edge after mudslides leave homes at risk
Sikeston DPS officers responded Wednesday evening to the area of Ruth Street and Clayton Avenue in Sikeston for a report of gunshots. The investigation is ongoing. Read MoreSikeston DPS: Suspect sought in nonfatal shooting incident
Chief Justice John Roberts signed an order pausing a ruling from the federal appeals court in Washington that had temporarily restored the two women to their jobs. They were separately fired f… Read MoreSupreme Court allows Trump’s firings of independent agency board members to take effect, for now
Jillian Shriner, an author and the wife of Weezer bassist Scott Shriner, was involved in a situation with police that resulted in her being shot by law enforcement and subsequently arrested on… Read MoreWeezer bassist Scott Shriner’s wife arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after being shot by police
PADUCAH — McCracken County Judge Executive Craig Clymer weighed in on disaster readiness after community members raised concerns at Tuesday's night city commission meeting. Read MoreLocal judge executive comments on claims about natural disaster response
KYTC plans lane restrictions between the hours of 6 p.m. and 6 a.m. starting Sunday from mile point 16.2 to the Interstate 24 Ohio Rive Bridge in McCracken County. Read MoreKYTC plans Sunday lane restrictions on I-24 in McCracken County
US stocks immediately surged, posting a historic rally. The Dow skyrocketed 2,963 points, or 7.87%. The S&P 500 shot up 9.52%. The tech-heavy Nasdaq soared 12.16%. In a massive turnaround,… Read MoreUS stocks skyrocket higher after Trump signals shift in trade policy
The judge’s conclusions that all of Newsmax’s election-related broadcasts in the lawsuit were defamatory is a victory for Dominion, but that doesn’t mean Newsmax has been found liable for viol… Read MoreNewsmax defamed Dominion Voting Systems with false 2020 election claims, judge rules
At least 300 people were inside Jet Set nightclub early Tuesday morning, in the capital of Santo Domingo, when the roof collapsed around 1 a.m. during a performance of merengue artist Rubby Pé… Read MoreNightclub roof collapse kills more than 100 people in Dominican Republic, including former MLB players
The Paducah Convention & Visitors Bureau is set to dedicate a bench to its late, longtime executive director, Mary Hammond. The public is invited to attend. Read MoreLocal visitors bureau to dedicate bench in former director's memory
Partnering with various foundations to fund free access to west Kentucky, DARCI is now available in Graves County, Fulton County, Hickman County, Marshall County and Caldwell County. Read MoreDARCI, Mayfield Graves LTRG assist in flood disaster recovery
Law enforcement arrested Graves County man Mark A. Cunningham, 60, on Wednesday in relation to a child molestation investigation. Read MoreGraves County man arrested in CSAM investigation
McCracken County Sheriff's Office arrested two Paducah men this week in relation to separate assault incidents. Read MoreMCSO makes arrests in separate assault incidents
JCPenney’s fledgling parent company, Catalyst Brands, is undergoing the second round of layoffs of its corporate employees as part of an ongoing review of the newly formed business. Read MoreJCPenney’s parent company is cutting 9% of its corporate staff
