Lexington Herald-Leader

Lexington Herald-Leader is a daily newspaper published in Lexington, Kentucky. The newspaper is owned by McClatchy, a publicly traded American publishing company. The Lexington Herald-Leader is known for its comprehensive coverage of news, sports, business, and entertainment in the Bluegrass region of Kentucky.

History

The Lexington Herald-Leader was formed in 1983 with the merger of the Lexington Herald and the Lexington Leader. The Lexington Herald was a morning newspaper founded in 1870, while the Lexington Leader was an afternoon newspaper established in 1892. The merger was facilitated by their common ownership under Knight Ridder, a significant American media company.

Coverage

The Lexington Herald-Leader covers a wide range of topics, including local and national news, sports, business, and entertainment. The newspaper is particularly known for its coverage of the University of Kentucky sports teams, local high school sports, and horse racing events in the Bluegrass region.

Online Presence

In addition to its print edition, the Lexington Herald-Leader maintains an online presence through its website and social media platforms. The newspaper's digital edition provides access to all articles, blogs, and multimedia content.

Awards and Recognition

The Lexington Herald-Leader has received numerous awards for its journalism, including the Pulitzer Prize for Investigative Reporting in 2005. The award-winning report exposed a corrupt system of hiring practices in the Kentucky Governor's office.

See Also

• List of newspapers in Kentucky
• McClatchy
• Knight Ridder
• Pulitzer Prize