Tornadoes that swept through parts of Kentucky Friday night killed 18 people in Kentucky and left several others critically injured. The storms that hit Kentucky came from a weather system

Gov. Andy Beshear gave an update Tuesday on the impacts of the deadly May 16 tornado that hit Kentucky and the state's ongoing response.

"We're gonna keep coming back over, and over, and over to show everybody that we're going to rebuild every structure and every life," Gov. Andy Beshear said.

Southeastern Kentucky communities are mourning the losses of loved ones who were killed as tornadoes and heavy storms rushed through the region May 16.

With 17 deaths and massive damage from weekend tornadoes, Laurel County Public Schools has officially ended the 2024-2025 school year as of May 16, district officials announced Tuesday.

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear is giving an update Tuesday as the southern Kentucky region braces for more severe weather amid recovery efforts from devastating storms.

Multiple fatalities have been confirmed in Laurel County, Kentucky following a reported tornado. Saturday morning, the Laurel County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that nine people died and others had numerous severe injuries after the reported tornado.

KENTUCKY (WKYT) - We now know the names of the victims of the deadly tornado in Laurel County. According to Bowling Funeral Home, the victims have been identified as: Among them was Les Letherman, a firefighter killed while shielding his wife during the tornado.

He spent his life protecting the community and in the end, he did the same thing,” Kentucky fire chief says about Major Roger Leslie Leatherman, who was found atop his wife during Friday’s tornado.

Disaster relief and clean up continued Monday in Laurel County, Kentucky after a tornado touched down in the area late Friday night.