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David Hecht reports that rebel forces in Sierra Leone moved into the capital, Freetown, today. It is unclear who is in control of the city, but so far a Nigerian-led regional force defending the government has offered almost no resistance. The rebels have been joined by virtually the entire Sierra Leonean army, which overthrew the elected president in 1997, only to be ousted by the Nigerians a year ago. Fighting has continued since then.

-- David Hecht reports that on Sunday, the West African nation of Senegal holds its parliamentary elections. During President Clinton's recent visit to the nation, a White House official described Senegal as a "brisk and vigorous" democracy. However, the ruling Socialist Party has won every election since its established independence from France in 1960, and this Sunday is expected to be no different. Critics say the Socialist Party's perpetual rule raises questions about the country's democracy.

The CDC says it's safe to dress your chickens up for Halloween. This comes after a news outlet reported a salmonella outbreak and said dressing a chicken in a costume could spread harmful bacteria.

Six newly confirmed cases of COVID-19 were reported Wednesday in Christian County, according to the local health department. In all, 20 cases have been…

WKMS News is honored to bring home 12 state broadcasting awards. Kentucky Associated Press Broadcasters Association announced winners on Saturday for the…

Congressman Brett Guthrie is joining the chorus of Republicans who say President Trump has been vindicated by Robert Mueller’s report.The Bowling Green…

The Hollywood mogul has been fired by the board of the film studio he co-founded, following recent reports of allegations that he sexual harassed females for decades.

Area officials are beginning to assess the damage from last night's powerful storm. Kentucky Transportation Cabinet crews worked late into the night to…

Mark your calendars for Thursday, June 8 to hear stories from behind the scenes of one of the most eventful news cycles in recent history. WKMS and Murray…

Barely a week after a major report outlining likely Chinese hacking on American companies, Beijing officials say the U.S. is doing the same thing.