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…
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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…
Beshear outlines goals for criminal justice reform, growing incarceration reform; cites cost of prisons
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Gov. Andy Beshear says criminal justice reform is needed since prison costs and the number…
Council on Postsecondary Education report: College still pays in Kentucky, for individuals and state
A new report issued by the Council on Postsecondary Education shows that college still pays for those who earn postsecondary…
State of Commonwealth: Gov. Beshear says state’s future depends on Kentuckians working together
In his first State of the Commonwealth address on Tuesday, Gov. Andy Beshear said Kentucky’s future depends on leaving divisive…
Gov. Beshear releases undisclosed documents related to state’s investment in Braidy Industries
By Mark Maynard Kentucky Today Gov. Andy Beshear has released documents related to Kentucky’s investment in Braidy Industries. The documents…
Beshear restores board in support of workplace safety; panel committed to protecting Kentuckians
In an effort to strengthen workplace and worker safety, Gov. Andy Beshear has announced he is reestablishing a state board…
Beshear joins advocates, survivors to raise awareness of human trafficking
In an effort to prevent human trafficking, Gov. Andy Beshear invited state leaders, advocates, and survivors to the Capitol rotunda…
Nashville recording artist J.D. Shelburne featured on cover of Kentucky’s 2020 Official Visitor’s Guide
The Kentucky Department of Tourism unveiled the 2020 Official Visitor’s Guide cover featuring Kentucky native and Nashville recording artist J.D….
Beshear, Coleman announce Kentucky Skills U to waive testing fees for Kyians seeking to earn GED
In an effort to support education and enhance attainment opportunities throughout the Commonwealth, Gov. Andy Beshear and Lt. Gov. Jacqueline…
Gov. Beshear sets the date for two special elections to replace Adkins, Keene in Kentucky House
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Gov. Andy Beshear has set the date for two special elections, to replace two Democratic…
Gov. Beshear announces he is canceling and rebidding state’s Medicaid Managed Care contracts
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today It’s back to the drawing board for the state’s Medicaid Managed Care contracts. Gov. Andy…
Ronald Vissing: Let’s get politics out of our school system — taxpayers and students deserve better
After all the teeth gnashing and howling at the moon due to Gov. Matt Bevin legally replacing several Kentucky Board…