Churchill Downs gets approval to expand historical racing machines for opening of Derby City Gaming
Churchill Downs Incorporated has received approval from the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission to increase from 600 to 900 historical racing…
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Gov. Bevin pitches state’s aerospace industry at Great Britain’s Farnborough International Airshow
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Gov. Matt Bevin’s latest economic development initiative is taking him to Great Britain this week….
KY Speedway wrapup: Rhodes discusses a win, Smithley finishes, Chamber gives Community Award
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor It has been an up and down year for NASCAR Camping World Truck Series(NCWTS)…
Osborne prefiles a bill that clarifies a tax exemption on ticket purchases from nonprofit organizations
Speaker Pro Tempore David Osborne, R-Prospect, prefiled a bill last week that would maintain a tax exemption on the purchase…
Update on KY Center for Performing Arts from June 13 fire damage; restoration moves forward
The Finance and Administration Cabinet on Friday provided a second update on the progress of restoration work on the Kentucky…
New book by former reporter who covered trials reveals unexplored clues in Widmer murder case
The untold story of “the bathtub murder” — and some unexplored clues — are revealed in a new book, Submerged:…
Comprehensive audit of Kentucky’s court system shows ‘overall lack of accountability,’ says Harmon
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today A scathing audit of the agency that operates Kentucky’s court system showed “disorganized and unchecked…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: The Eastern Kingbird, a snappy dresser, aerial artist and migratory traveler
The Eastern Kingbird (Tyrannus tyrannus) is a snappy dresser, an aerial artist that catches its prey on the wing, and…
Hundreds of Kentuckians among retirees from across region rallying to save pensions in Columbus
By Mary Kuhlman Public News Service Hundreds of Kentuckians are in Columbus, Ohio this Thursday fighting to preserve their pensions….
UK research shows that urban gardens can aid in pollinator conservations; monarchs, bees can thrive
A recent study conducted by the University of Kentucky Department of Entomology researchers found that monarch butterflies and various bee…
National Parents Organization applauds KY’s progress on shared parenting; new law effective Saturday
Kentucky’s new shared parenting law, HB528, a bill stating equal parenting time is best for children, will take effect on…
Verizon makes $20,000 grant to Kentucky Coalition Against Domestic Violence (KCADV)
Verizon has made a $20,000 grant to the Kentucky Coalition Against Domestic Violence (KCADV) to support its Economic Empowerment program….
Kentucky Travel Industry, Hotel/Lodging associations merge, citing common goals and impact
The Kentucky Travel Industry Association (KTIA) announced that the Kentucky Hotel and Lodging Association (KH&LA) has merged into KTIA. It…
State says providers have ‘misinterpreted’ guidelines for Medicaid for pregnant women, children
Staff report The Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services said pregnant women and children are eligible to receive all…
Lawmakers hear pros and cons on death penalty in Kentucky at legislative committee meeting
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Kentucky’s use of the death penalty, including comments from proponents and opponents, was the topic…
Don’t dig until you call; strict fines in force now — and will be enforced — if pipelines are damaged
Excavators, including homeowners, could be subject to strict fines if they dig up and damage underground utility facilities. Legislation…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: Field to Fork workshop aimed at helping inexperienced hunters learn archery skills
Designed for adults with little or no experience hunting white-tailed deer with bows and arrows, the Kentucky Department of Fish…
Sixty Kentucky Air National Guardsmen return home safely after deployment to Persian Gulf
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today It was an especially happy Fourth of July 4 for the families of more than…
SPLASH Body Safety Guide is tool to help adults protect children from sexual abuse, keep them safe
With summertime in full swing and as children spend more time at the pool, friends’ houses, and with new caregivers,…
Lawrenceburg woman out for Saturday drive wins $125,000 on Kentucky Lottery instant game
Sharon Bickers and her husband Tommy, of Lawrenceburg, were just out for a joy ride on Saturday when they stopped…
Circuit court clerks from around the state gathered for Spring Conference and updated training
Circuit Clerks from around the state gathered at the Circuit Court Clerks Spring Conference for sessions on driver’s licensing, court…
Governor files motion urging court to fully decide constitutionality of pension reform law
Gov. Bevin’s legal team has filed a motion urging the court to resolve whether the 2018 pension reform legislation, Senate…