Governor’s daily message about coronavirus, cites new cases (including a child); upset with budget plan
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Kentucky now has 47 positive coronavirus cases, a second death and a second child tested…
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Gov. Beshear announces more actions aimed at protecting Kentucky families in COVID-19 pandemic
Gov. Andy Beshear Wednesday announced more actions he is taking to help combat the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19)…
Gov. Beshear acts to limit spread of COVID-19; includes guidance for closure of government offices
Gov. Andy Beshear has announced additional steps to contain and limit the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). “It’s my…
Governor takes more steps to contain, limit virus; primary election rescheduled, limits on contacts
Gov. Andy Beshear announced even more decisive steps he is taking to contain and limit the spread of the novel…
Gov. Beshear updates citizens on ongoing response to limit spread of coronavirus 19, as cases increase
Gov. Andy Beshear updated Kentuckians Sunday on the state’s ongoing response to limit the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) and…
Covington preaches awareness, caution on COVID-19; City officials take steps to mitigate spread, impact
Pay attention and begin taking commonsense protective steps. That’s the message from the City of Covington to its residents and…
Gov. Beshear provides guidance as state responds to COVID-19, asks places of worship to cancel services
Governor Andy Beshear announced more decisive action and preparations on Wednesday to stop the spread of the coronavirus disease 2019…
Breaking: Saturday’s Inaugural NKY International Festival postponed to help ensure public safety
The NKY International Festival planning committee has been closely following and monitoring COVID-19 updates to ensure the safety of all…
Two More COVID-19 cases confirmed in Harrison County, bringing total to five in county, eight in KY
Governor Andy Beshear confirmed two more cases of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), both in Harrison County, Tuesday night, bringing the…
Clinicians suspected Kentucky’s first case of coronavirus, but patient didn’t qualify for testing
By Melissa Patrick and Al Cross Kentucky Health News Kentucky found its first case of the new coronavirus, in Harrison…
Gov. Beshear announces three additional individuals in Kentucky test positive for Novel Coronavirus
Sunday, Gov. Andy Beshear announced three additional people in Kentucky have tested positive for the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), bringing the…
Problem Gambling Awareness Month joins Kentucky Lottery, state council in outreach effort
Given that 78 percent of adult Kentuckians gamble, and with further gambling expansion in Kentucky being considered, it is increasingly…
First case of 2019 novel coronavirus in Kentucky reported, Gov. Beshear declares state of emergency
NKyTribune staff The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department is reporting Kentucky’s first case of COVID-19 (2019 novel coronavirus). While the risk…
Gov. Beshear says state needs 350 more child welfare social workers to help protect against child abuse
Gov. Andy Beshear and Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) Acting Secretary Eric Friedlander met with social work staff…
Gov. Beshear takes action to improve unemployment insurance service workers compensation overpayment recovery
Gov. Andy Beshear announced his administration is working to speed up unemployment insurance claims and is recovering thousands overpaid to…
This week at the Capitol: Honoring Charles Young during Black History Month, bills that advanced
By Robert Weber Legislative Research Commission Highlights of the legislative week typically occur in the historic Senate and House chambers,…
Dennis Keene: Gov. Beshear’s budget priorities on target; no general fund cuts, puts education first
In my previous roles at Southbank Partners and as the 67th district representative, my mission was to fight for economic…
It’s a Girl! Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman gives birth to baby daughter, Evelynne Jeanette
Kentucky Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman shared on social media that she gave birth to a daughter Saturday morning. “Chris, Emma,…
Gov. Andy Beshear, Rep. Koenig, others work to build support for sports wagering bill in the House
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Gov. Andy Beshear and Rep. Adam Koenig, R-Erlanger, were among the participants in a joint…
Gov. Beshear presents nearly $500,000 in grants to cities of Bromley, Covington, Dayton, and Wilder
Gov. Andy Beshear met with local officials Monday to present some $500,000 in Land & Water fund grants to the…
Dr. Steven Stack named commissioner of Department for Public Health; begins appointment Feb. 10
Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) Acting Secretary Eric Friedlander has announced Dr. Steven Stack as the agency’s…
Gov. Beshear, Sec. Gray focus on helping KYians obtain a REAL ID; two more regional offices opening
Gov. Andy Beshear and Transportation Secretary Jim Gray said this week at the Kentucky Transportation headquarters they are focused on…