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As Kentucky Derby Becomes a Bigger Business, Locals Feel Left Behind

Locals say rising ticket prices and a late start time for the Oaks race on Friday are hurting residents and restaurants. “The only thing I…

Ricky Cobb Has Built a Mini-Empire Through ’70s Nostalgia

Ricky Cobb has built a big online following with his irreverent postings about the absurdities of the 1970s.

Kentucky Derby Operator Accused of Regulatory ‘Freeloading’

The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority filed a complaint saying Churchill Downs Inc. is not paying its fair share to support inspections and testing.

How a Trump Tax Break Rescued Horse Racing

Owners spent nearly $1.5 billion last year on racehorses, a big increase over 2024. A new tax provision allows them to immediately deduct the full…