New state health laws in effect; Beshear says lack of funding leaves Kratom in limbo
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News A number of new state health laws took effect July 15, ranging from measures…
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Kenton Co. Schools Supt. Henry Webb named to Local Superintendents Advisory Council
The Legislative Research Commission (LRC) on Friday announced the appointment of Kenton County Schools Superintendent Henry Webb to the Local…
Drug problem is creating another — increasing neglect and deaths of children, reports review panel
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The opioid crisis strikes at even the very youngest in Kentucky, according to a group…
The week in Frankfort: Deadline passed for new bills; House passes budget, pensions; and more
The Kentucky General Assembly’s 2018 session passed a couple big milestones this week as the deadline to introduce new bills…
LRC: This week at the State Capitol; two issues will dominate — public pension reform, state budget
Lawmakers returned to the State Capitol this week to kick off a General Assembly session that’s sure to tackle a…
Sen. Julian Carroll files bill to allow sports wagering at horse racing tracks, off-track wagering facilites
Kentucky residents may soon be able to wager on their favorite sports team. A bill filed today by Senator Julian…
Mike Denham: Narrow gap in graduation rates among high, low income families good news for state
Kentucky received some welcome news last month when a national study found that no state had a smaller gap when…
Mike Denham: As population ages, it’s important to make sure our older citizens are protected
It’s still a while down the road, but the year 2033 will be a pivotal one for our country, because…
Sen. Schickel: An update as deadline passes for introduction of new bills in the State Senate
The Kentucky General Assembly crossed another mile marker last week by reaching the deadline for the introduction of new bills…
Kentucky’s rural economy shows progress, though some problems linger, legislative committee told
Companies all over the world are investing in rural Kentucky, and more investment—and jobs—seem likely. That is the indication from…