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11/20/09Indiana Reports Less Flu Activity
Indiana health officials report that the risk is still high, but cases of flu-like illnesses are on the decline. Emergency rooms,... more >>
11/20/09State Christmas Tree Arrives in Frankfort
The Commonwealth's Christmas tree has been delivered to the State Capitol. This years tree has special meaning, as it was donated... more >>
11/20/09PSC Says Everyone Can Learn From Ice Storm
The Kentucky Public Service Commission says everyone -- including utilities, government organizations, and individuals -- can learn... more >>
11/20/09Kentucky Jobeless Rate Goes Up Again
Despite Kentucky gaining nearly three-thousand jobs in the month of October, the unemployment rate went up. Labor officials say... more >>
11/20/09Harley-Davidson Plant Move Doubtful
Governor Steve Beshear doubts the Harley-Davidson plant currently located in York, Pennsylvania will relocate to Shelbyville. The... more >>
11/20/09Former State Rep Pleds Not Guilty to Murder Charge
Former Kentucky State Representative Steve Nunn has pled not guilty on murder charges connected with the shooting death of his former... more >>
11/19/09CrimeStoppers Tip Results in Arrest
Another tip from the CrimeStoppers program has led to the arrest of an Owensboro man. Last week a man entered the Kentucky Konvenience... more >>
11/19/09Stroke Experts Meet With Lawmakers
Stroke continues to be a major killer in Kentucky and health officials are hoping to do something about it. Stroke experts met with... more >>
11/19/09Spencer County Amusement Park Getting Rid of Surplus
Holiday World is getting rid of some of their surplus and you could benefit. This Saturday, the park will hold an auction for... more >>
11/19/09Owensboro Voted Best City in State to Raise Family
The findings come as no surprise to people that live in Owensboro and raise a family. 14 WFIE reports Business Week Magazine has... more >>
11/19/09Poor Paying More Taxes in Kentucky
A study by the Institute on Taxation found low and middle-income residents in Kentucky pay a larger share of their incomes on state... more >>
11/19/09Kentucky Owes Feds A Lot of Money
Kentucky owes the federal government about half-a-billion dollars and probably will have to pay it back when the economy recovers.... more >>
11/19/09UK and U of L Start Smoking Bans
Smoking bans go into effect Thursday on the two largest college campuses in Kentucky. The University of Kentucky is banning the... more >>
11/19/09Kentucky Ranked High in Most Unhealthy States List
Kentucky is ranked as one of the most unhealthiest states in the country. A report by the United Health Foundation shows the state... more >>
 Camping Out for Free Food at Chick-Fil-A
They come from all over the country to get a years worth of free combo meals at the Grand Opening of Chick-Fil-As. Chick-Fil-A... more >>
 AUDIO Governor Beshear Guest by Phone Tuesday Morning

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Governor Steve Beshear was the WBIO guest by phone Tueday morning Several items were discussed... more >>
11/18/09New Report on Premature Babies Gives Kentucky F
Too many babies are being born too early in Kentucky. In the second annual March of Dimes Premature Birth Report Card, Kentucky has... more >>
11/18/09Storms Cost State Over 1 Billion
The Kentucky Public Service Commission is releasing a report later this week on how the state can improve disaster response. The... more >>
11/18/09Former State Rep Pleds Not Guilty
Former Kentucky Lawmaker Steve Nunn had pled not guilty to charges in Hart County. The wanton endangerment charges are allegedly... more >>
  UPDATE Owensboro Clerk Shot in Early Morning Robbery Dies
Update Louisville Metro Police and the U.S. Marshalls arrested 27 year old Brock Handley of Owensboro Monday night about... more >>
11/17/09Hoosier Food Stamp Usage on the Rise
The U.S. Department of Agriculture reports Indiana's participation in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program is up. The report... more >>
11/17/098 Out of 9 Ky Fatalities Not Buckled Up
Kentucky State Police say twelve people died in eleven separate crashes on Kentucky roadways last week. Eight of the crashes involved... more >>
11/17/09Indiana School Chief Touts Teacher Reform Plan
The Indiana superintendent used a gathering of educators yesterday to tout his teacher qualification reform plan. State Superintendent... more >>
11/17/09November is Deadly Driver-Deer Month
Kentucky State Police say deer kill more humans each year than any other animal. Officials say the animals do that by jumping in... more >>
11/17/09Ky Smoking Tax Not Likely
Lawmakers are not likely to hit smokers in the wallet to solve Kentucky's massive budget shortfalls. The "Herald-Leader" reports... more >>
11/17/09Former State Rep has Busy Court Week
Former state representative Steve Nunn has a busy week ahead in state courtrooms. This morning he is expected in a Hart County court... more >>
11/17/09 AUDIO Interview With Attorney General Jack conway

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Attorney General Jack Conway was the WBIO guest by phone Monday morning. Several items were discussed including... more >>
11/16/09Motorcyclisit Injured After Collision with Car
A motorcyclist was injured over the weekend after colliding with a car. The Daviess County Sheriffs Department says 55 year old... more >>
11/16/09Extreme Family Chosen as Grand Marshal
The Honorary Grand Marshals have been chosen for the Owensboro Christmas Parade. Steve and Melissa Mattingly and their two daughters... more >>
11/16/09McConnell Upset With Decision to Bring 911 Suspects Back to U.S.
Kentucky Senator Mitch McConnell is firing back at the Obama administration's decision to bring 9-11 suspects to the U.S. for trial.... more >>
11/13/09New Traffic Signal on Hwy 54 Now Working
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has activated a new traffic signal on Hwy 54/East Parrish Avenue at the entrance to The Springs... more >>
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