Jim Stratman

Jul 23, 2024 | wymt.com | Jim Stratman

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - A jury has reached a verdict in the Lexington rape trial of former state lawmaker John Tilley. The Lexington Herald-Leader reports that after five hours of deliberation, a jury found Tilley not guilty of rape. Tilley is a former Democratic representative. He was also a cabinet member under former Republican Governor Matt Bevin. Tilley was accused of sexually assaulting a woman at Lexington’s Marriott City Center in 2022.

Mar 13, 2024 | whas11.com | Jim Stratman

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — There are a few things that Kentucky is known for and in the last number of decades, bourbon has been chief among them. The industry has boomed from something exclusively Kentucky, generating global appeal, and having a massive economic impact on the Commonwealth. However, bourbon is not the only drink that is looking to boom in Kentucky.

Feb 28, 2024 | wkyt.com | Jim Stratman

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - The man accused of firing an AR-15 into the floor, killing his downstairs neighbor has pleaded guilty. Keith Denton was facing a murder charge in the death of 38-year-old Kadage Albert Byishim. The shooting happened in the 300 block of Quinton Court back on July 20, 2022. Related coverage:We’re told Denton pleaded guilty Wednesday morning to second-degree manslaughter, amended down from murder, as part of a plea deal.

Feb 14, 2024 | whas11.com | Jim Stratman

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Marriage is meant to be a lifelong commitment. Still, nowadays hearing that a marriage has stood the test of decades isn’t exactly normal, but when it does happen it’s something to celebrate. For Joe and Dorthea Troje, there’s a lot of celebrating to do this Valentine's Day. The couple have been married for 70 years, meeting each other in the 1950’s. Today, Joe is nearing his 101st birthday, but their love stays strong. “It’s a little different now. You can’t help but change.

Feb 12, 2024 | whas11.com | Jim Stratman

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — There are a number of ways to express love: hugs, kisses, words of affirmation, or even wearing it right on your sleeve in bold colors and unique designs. That’s the kind of show of love that Bluebird Ink Boutique specializes in. The tattoo parlor on Main Street is an all female run store. Owner Louisa Kleinert says that the world of tattooing is a world of love, there’s just different ways to express it. “People commemorate what they love.