1. On November 15, 1792, the Kentucky State Legislature passed a resolution to establish the University of Kentucky, initially known as Transylvania University. The university has since become one of the most prominent institutions of higher education in the region.

2. In 1864, during the Civil War, Union General Stephen G. Burbridge issued an infamous order known as the "Order No. 59," which authorized his troops to execute Confederate soldiers, sympathizers, and anyone else deemed to be hostile to the Union cause in Kentucky. The order remains a controversial and divisive topic in Kentucky history.

3. On November 15, 1907, the Louisville Municipal College for Negroes was established, becoming the first municipal college for African Americans in the United States. The college was later merged with the University of Louisville and its legacy continues to influence higher education and civil rights in Kentucky.

4. In 1974, the tragic Beverly Hills Supper Club fire occurred in Southgate, Kentucky, killing 165 people and injuring over 200 others. The incident remains one of the deadliest nightclub fires in U.S. history and prompted significant changes in fire safety regulations and building codes.

5. On November 15, 2002, iconic country musician and Kentucky native, Rosemary Clooney, passed away at the age of 74 in California. Clooney rose to fame in the 1950s and became a popular singer and actress, known for hits such as "Come On-a My House" and her roles in films like "White Christmas." Her legacy continues to influence the music industry and culture in Kentucky and beyond.