Mandelson had been under mounting pressure over his relationship with Epstein after US lawmakers on Monday released a “birthday book,” compiled for Epstein’s 50th birthday in 2003, in which the veteran politician described Epstein as “my best pal.”

Thursday, Mayfield Independent Schools announced that the administration has been made aware of a threat by a Mayfield Middle School student — the Mayfield Police Department was notified and is actively investigating.

McCracken County Sheriff Ryan Norman says no injuries have been reported in a low-speed crash involving a McCracken County Schools bus this morning in the area of Greenbrae Drive.

HAPPENING NOW: Members of the @PaducahChamber arrive at the U.S. Department of @ENERGY for talks surrounding the DOE Paducah Site… revitalization and future job creation in Paducah-McCracken County.

@SenRandPaul @ScottJenningsKY @RepJamesComer

ICYMI @PaducahChamber D.C. Fly-In 80 member delegation spent Wednesday rallying for federal support and funding for projects and initiatives in west Kentucky. That included a host of meetings with several agencies, lawmakers and others. https://t.co/3lZqM5yxts

The City of Paducah has opened an online survey for residents to provide ideas for a memorial to honor Paducah native and civil rights leader Dr. William Stuart Nelson. The community is invited to participate through Tuesday, Sept. 30.

Shots were fired both inside and outside the school building, and law enforcement officers who responded found the shooter within five minutes of arriving, Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Jacki Kelley said.

The Paducah Area Chamber of Commerce D.C. Fly-In 80 member delegation spent Wednesday rallying for federal support and funding for projects and initiatives in west Kentucky. That included a host of meetings with several agencies, lawmakers and others.

“We have more food and drink vendors than we did last year. We have more market day vendors than last year. We have more experiences altogether,” organizer Whitney Ravellette Wallace said.

LOOKING AHEAD: On tap for day 2 of the @PaducahChamber #DCFlyIn includes a meeting at the U.S. Dept of @ENERGY followed by a luncheon with special guest speaker @RepJamesComer , more meetings & then a reception hosted by @SenMcConnell A busy day for sure!

UPDATE: @SenRandPaul spent time this afternoon addressing the @PaducahChamber #DCFlyIn delegation. #BehindTheScenes6

If fully approved, the deal would allow the airport to host United Airlines Express flights through SkyWest Airlines to Chicago O’Hare International Airport in Illinois and George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, beginning in December.

The complexity of diagnosing Lyme disease has given rise to an entire industry of unapproved tests and alternative treatments, including lasers, herbal remedies and electromagnets.

Gov. Andy Beshear has directed that flags be lowered to half-staff at all state office buildings until sunset on Sunday, Aug. 14, out of respect for Charles James “Charlie” Kirk.

In an excerpt of “107 Days” published Wednesday in The Atlantic, Harris writes it was “recklessness” that she and others left the decision about Biden continuing his campaign up to him and first lady Jill Biden.

Citizen activists on Wednesday launched a petition drive for a constitutional amendment that would make it harder for state lawmakers to reverse voter-approved initiatives.

REMINDER: The first meeting will be held this Saturday for anyone interested in volunteering at the Washington Street Community Warming Center during the upcoming season. Click to read more.

Charlie Kirk, the conservative political activist and co-founder of Turning Point USA, was killed Wednesday after being shot at an event at Utah Valley University, President Donald Trump wrote on Truth Social. He was 31.

The students are being transported to a nearby hospital, the sheriff said. Evergreen is located roughly 28 miles southwest from Denver.