Governor Andy Beshear declares state of emergency in advance of impending winter storm system
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Gov. Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency ahead of a severe winter storm system…
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Severe storms update: Governor, declared state of emergency, provided overview of state’s damage
After declaring a state of emergency as severe storms continue to sweep through the Commonwealth on Tuesday, Gov. Andy Beshear…
Gov. Andy Beshear, transportation officials provide update on state’s response to winter storms
Gov. Andy Beshear on Monday updated Kentuckians on the state’s response to winter storms that have produced freezing temperatures, snow…
Governor declares state of emergency for more than 100 ongoing wildfires across Commonwealth
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Gov. Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency this week with numerous wildfires identified across…
Governor declares state of emergency following heavy rain, flooding in Western Kentucky
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Gov. Andy Beshear announced Wednesday afternoon that he has issued an executive order declaring a…
March going out like a lion as severe weather threatens state; Beshear declares state of emergency
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today It appears March will go out like a lion, as the National Weather Service is…
Governor declares state of emergency ahead of arctic front bringing freeze and cold temperatures to state
Gov. Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency ahead of an arctic front that is expected to bring a flash…
With state of emergency on gas prices, AG Cameron encourages reporting of suspected price-gouging
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Attorney General Daniel Cameron is encouraging the reporting of suspected price-gouging to his office after…
Legislature overrides Gov. Beshear’s two vetoes on unemployment benefits, state of emergency; now law
Staff report Gov. Andy Beshear lamented the override of his two vetoes, one on legislation that revamps rules for Kentucky’s…
Beshear vetoes measure to end COVID-19 state of emergency, says it would cost state SNAP benefits
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Gov. Andy Beshear on Wednesday announced he is vetoing a measure passed by the General…
Governor declares state of emergency following heavy snowfall across state; National Guard activated
Gov. Andy Beshear has declared a state of emergency following heavy snowfall that started Thursday and continued through the afternoon…
Governor declares State of Emergency as powerful weather system moves across state
Gov. Andy Beshear declared a State of Emergency Saturday due to a powerful severe weather system generating heavy rain, thunderstorms, tornadoes, hail…
Largest tornado in state history touches down, stays down 227 mi., wreaking devastation, killing hundreds
At more than 200 miles long, a deadly quad-state storm hit Kentucky Friday night was the longest tornado track on…
Governor Beshear calls special legislative session for Tuesday to extend COVID-19 state of emergency
As COVID-19 cases increase at the fastest growth rate of the pandemic, straining Kentucky hospitals, Gov. Andy Beshear on Saturday…
Joint health committee establishes list for what to expect during Tuesday’s special legislative session
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News As the Kentucky General Assembly prepares to use its new powers in a special…
Winter storm underway — and more coming; state of emergency in effect; stay home if you can
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today State officials are urging Kentuckians to limit travel as much as possible due to the…
Governor urges preparing for more rounds of winter storms, ice accumulations and low temperatures
Gov. Andy Beshear said Kentuckians must prepare now for more rounds of winter storms through Thursday night, with the heaviest…
Kentucky police chiefs applaud Beshear’s executive order on rehiring retired law enforcement
Retired law enforcement officers are permitted to be rehired and help communities deal with COVID-19 without risking the loss of…
City of Newport issues curfew for juveniles between hours of 9 p.m.-6 a.m. due to COVID-19 pandemic
The City of Newport has issued a curfew for juveniles between the hours of 9 p.m. until 6 a.m. due…
This Week at the Capitol: State budget, COVID-19 take center stage, including unemployment benefits
Progress continued this week on two matters considered top priorities by many state lawmakers: the next state budget and relief…
Covington Commission meets in nearly-empty City Hall; City passes ‘Conversion Therapy’ ordinance
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic created a different scene at the Covington Board of…
Covington mayor declares State of Emergency; local order speeds City response to COVID-19 pandemic
Covington Mayor Joe Meyer declared a formal State of Emergency in Northern Kentucky’s largest city. The move is a legal…
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