2 bodies found in search for pilot instructor and student after crash
The bodies were found Thursday morning after a drone located a debris field, Trooper Corey King said in a tweet, after the plane was reported missing on Wednesday.
Kentucky
Arrest made in connection to 2015 disappearance of mother of 5
Brooks Houck was arrested "without incident" on charges stemming from the investigation into Crystal Rogers.
Man dead after attack by swarm of bees, Kentucky coroner says
The man was moving an old bag of potting soil from his porch when the bees came out of the bag.
Capitol physician clears McConnell
The Capitol attending physician said Thursday Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell is "medically clear to continue with his schedule." The statement came a day after McConnell appeared to freeze during an exchange with reporters in Kentucky. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
Concerns raised over McConnell's health
There are new questions surrounding the health of Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell after the top Republican appeared to freeze on Wednesday while speaking with reporters in Kentucky -- the second such incident in recent months. CBS News political director Fin Gomez reports on the latest concerns.
McConnell freezes again in front of reporters
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell froze again during an exchange with reporters at an event in his home state of Kentucky on Wednesday. A spokesperson for McConnell said he felt "momentarily lightheaded." The incident comes about a month after the 81-year-old paused while answering questions at the Capitol, leading to growing concerns over his health. Scott MacFarlane reports.
3 teens charged with "terroristic threats" after social media challenge
The challenge reportedly encourages students to record a video of themselves telling a teacher there was a bomb or gun in their backpack as a "joke."
Bus driver shortage closes schools in Kentucky
A severe shortage of bus drivers led to major transportation issues that ultimately forced the public school district for Louisville, Kentucky, to close most of its schools this week. Adriana Diaz reports.
"Transportation disaster" closes schools, leaves students stranded in Kentucky
Seventy percent of public school students in Louisville depend on buses for transportation.
Houston Texans minority owner Javier Loya facing Kentucky rape charge
Loya has been charged with one count of first-degree rape, five counts of first-degree sexual abuse and one count of third-degree sexual abuse.
Flash flooding hits Kentucky, Tennessee
Portions of Tennessee and Kentucky saw nearly a foot of rain fall in just 24 hours, forcing emergency evacuations and rescues. This comes as the South and West brace for more severe heat. Omar Villafranca has more.
Man convicted of abuse of corpse 13 years after Kentucky teen vanished
Paige Johnson's remains were found in 2020 by a hiker near the area investigators had searched after the teen disappeared in 2010.
Long-term medicine shortages likely after tornado damages Pfizer plant
A major Pfizer pharmaceutical plant was severely damaged after a deadly tornado ripped through North Carolina on Wednesday.
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U.S. destroys last of its declared chemical weapons
The U.S. destroyed the last of its declared chemical weapons stockpile, located at the Blue Grass Army Depot in eastern Kentucky.
Louisville Zoo announces 3-year-old elephant calf, Fitz, dies of virus
The young elephant was diagnosed with endotheliotropic herpesvirus, or EEHV, earlier this week.
Judge blocks Kentucky's ban on gender-affirming care for trans minors
The bill, passed into law in March, aims to regulate some of the most personal aspects of life for transgender young people, from restricting the bathrooms they can use, to banning access to gender-affirming health care.
7-year-old accidentally shoots and kills 5-year-old in Kentucky
Guns are the leading cause of death among U.S. children and teens, with rates of gun death rising 50% in just two years, according to a Pew Research analysis of CDC data.
Kentucky students harassed with racist taunts and Confederate flags
After a probe found widespread racism and harassment, the district has agreed to implement "significant institutional reforms" under a new settlement.
Churchill Downs suspends races after 12 horse deaths
Churchhill Downs suffered a spate of "highly unusual" and "completely unacceptable" equine deaths in May, prompting the unprecedented suspensions.
Cause of death revealed for convicted killer who escaped prison
Bradley Gillespie was imprisoned since 2016 and was convicted of a double homicide.
Kentucky man wins $1 million lottery scratch card while getting fuel
Michael Schlemmer had just $40 in his pocket when he "coasted" into a gas station and bought a scratch-off card while filling his tank.
In rehab program, guitar making helps addicts heal
A successful rehab program in Kentucky teaches woodworking to addicts, specifically how to build guitars and how to break with drug abuse. Mark Strassman has the story.
In rehab program, guitar-making helps those in recovery kick addiction
The successful program teaches addicts woodworking, specifically how to build guitars and how to break with using.
Justin Thomas on golf and family
"CBS Mornings" co-host Nate Burleson visits Justin Thomas at his home golf course in Louisville, Kentucky, to talk about his defense of the PGA Championship, being one of the best golfers in the world and his relationship with Tiger Woods.
DOJ issues new subpoenas in Alaska Senate probe
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Iran claims 4 tankers hit mines in Strait of Hormuz
Judge set to hear arguments over blocking Trump's proposed arch
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Whistleblower says DEA let fentanyl pills hit the streets
Patrick Stewart, best known for "Star Trek" and "X-Men," dies at 86
U.S. citizens included on DOJ list of 400 alleged noncitizens, Washington says
