Kentucky to implement new ID requirements for unemployment insurance claimants beginning Nov. 4
In an effort to mitigate fraud and allow state unemployment officials to focus on assisting Kentuckians with legitimate claims, the…
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Out-of-work Kyians encouraged to re-enter workforce prior to the Sept. 6 end of federal pandemic benefits
Kentuckians drawing federal pandemic unemployment insurance benefits are being encouraged to rejoin the workforce before those programs expire Sept. 6….
State sets up in-person services by appointment for those seeking unemployment services, adds offices
People can make appointments for in-person unemployment insurance (UI) services that will be offered beginning today to assist Kentuckians while…
Labor Cabinet returns More than $1.1 Million in unpaid wages to Kentucky workers in October
Labor Cabinet Secretary David A. Dickerson announced today that the Division of Wages and Hours collected$1,103,213.57 in restitution during the…
Labor Cabinet says 1,074 KY teachers violated law covering work stoppages; House Dems slam ruling
NKyTribune staff Kentucky Labor Cabinet Secretary David Dickerson announced this week that the Cabinet’s Office of Inspector General has completed…
Investigations underway on reported lost wages for KY miners employed by bankrupt Blackjewel mine
Both the Governor’s office and the office of the Attorney General are looking into the actions of the bankrupted Blackjewel,…
NKY Chamber to host April Eggs ‘N Issues: Startups and Starting Out; March lunch & learn next week
On Tuesday, April 16, the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce (NKY Chamber) will host Eggs ‘N Issues: Startups and Starting…
2017 was record low year for nonfatal occupational injuries and illnesses in Kentucky
Officials from the Kentucky Labor Cabinet Wednesday applauded recent reports by the federal government that show continued improvement in workplace…
New high school grad Michah Schenck got on TRACK with Mubea, found his career and plans to stay
By Mike Marsee Kentucky Teacher Michah Schenck had part-time jobs before. After spending a portion of his senior year with…
Kentucky awarded nearly $1.1 million grant for apprenticeships from U.S. Department of Labor
The U.S. Dept. of Labor (USDOL) has announced that the Kentucky Labor Cabinet has been awarded $1,085,871 under the ApprenticeshipUSA…
Labor Cabinet conducts 23 on-site consultative surveys, saves Kentucky employers $651,000
Last month, the Kentucky Labor Cabinet conducted 23 free on-site visits, or “consultative surveys” for Kentucky employers – correcting 93…
Kentucky businesses set record low workplace injury rate, focus on creating culture of safety credited
By Alexandria Englen Special to the NKyTribune Officials from the Kentucky Labor Cabinet hailed recent reports by the federal government…
Kentucky Labor Cabinet Secretary Derrick Ramsey reports on major accomplishments in 2017
The Kentucky Labor Cabinet’s mission is to advance a well-trained workforce, protect the worker, compensate the injured, promote employer excellence,…
Safe workplaces recognized at Governor’s Safety and Health Conference and Exposition in Covington
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor The largest annual gathering of workplace safety professionals from companies all across Kentucky took…
Labor Cabinet, Health and Safety Network to host Safety and Health Conference in Covington
Co-hosted by the Kentucky Labor Cabinet and the Kentucky Health and Safety Network, Inc., the 33rd annual Governor’s Safety and…
Apprenticeship USA grant request for proposals due April 19, goal is to create workforce pipeline
In October, the U.S. Dept. of Labor announced that Kentucky was awarded $896,600 to expand apprenticeship opportunities to underserved populations…
Labor Cabinet recoups nearly $73K in unpaid wages for Kentucky workers in February
The Labor Cabinet recouped $72,944.20 in unpaid wages for Kentucky workers in February. Unpaid overtime, withheld final paychecks, illegal deductions…
Kentucky Labor Cabinet reports recouping over $118k for state workers, for wage and hour violations
Last month, the Labor Cabinet recouped $118,337.13 in unpaid wages for Kentucky workers. This brings the total amount recovered for…
Russell Springs manufacturer recognized for youth apprenticeship model to be replicated across state
Kentucky Labor Cabinet Secretary Derrick Ramsey, Education and Workforce Development Cabinet Secretary Hal Heiner and Department of Education Commissioner Stephen…
Safety & Health conference to feature courses on fall prevention, first aid/CPR, workers comp — and more
Keynote addresses from Governor Matt Bevin, Lt. Governor Jenean Hampton, Labor Secretary Derrick Ramsey, and Assistant U.S. Secretary of Labor…
Ramsey names Louisville’s Dimeny Commissioner for the Department of Workplace Standards
Labor Secretary Derrick Ramsey today announced the appointment of Ervin Dimeny of Louisville as Commissioner for the Department of Workplace…
Northern Kentucky’s River Metals Recyling presented ‘elite’ award for exemplary workplace safety record
Kentucky Labor Cabinet Secretary Derrick Ramsey recently recognized River Metals Recycling (RMR) exemplary workplace safety record and recertification into the…