NWS confirms 13 tornadoes touched down in Kentucky over Memorial Day Weekend
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The National Weather Service has now confirmed that 13 tornadoes struck Kentucky during the severe…
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Legislative Ethics Commission reports KY lobbying hits record $12.4 million in first four months of 2024
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Kentucky lobbying spending for the first four months of 2024 hit a record of $12,421,079,…
KY’s ‘Click it or Ticket’ campaign begins Monday, continues through Memorial Day Weekend, June 2
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Kentucky’s “Click It or Ticket” campaign will run between May 20 and June 2, which…
U.S. Department of Justice opens investigation into conditions at Kentucky youth detention centers
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The U.S. Justice Department announced Wednesday it has opened a statewide investigation into the conditions…
With 2024 General Assembly session in rearview mirror, lawmakers set to begin preparation for 2025
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The 2024 regular session of the Kentucky General Assembly wrapped up a month ago and…
Kentuckians urged to help prevent accidents during Motorcycle and Bike Safety Awareness Month in May
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Whether you ride, pedal or drive, Kentuckians are reminded that May is National Motorcycle and…
Beshear says ‘Commonwealth’s ties are strong’ in update on European economic development trip
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Gov. Andy Beshear discussed his economic development trip to Germany and Switzerland during his weekly…
Gas prices decline for first time since February; Kentucky average price per gallon stands at $3.63
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today For the first time since February, the nation’s average price of gasoline has seen a…
Governor Andy Beshear vetoes three additional bills following end of legislature’s 2024 regular session
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Amid the bill signings Gov. Andy Beshear has conducted since the 2024 regular session of…
With more than 1,200 bills filed, General Assembly wraps having passed 215, over two dozen in final day
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today It was quiet in the House and Senate chambers on Tuesday, as members of the…
Senate Majority Leader Damon Thayer ends 21 years in office, proud of accomplishments
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today While several lawmakers from both the Kentucky House and Senate are retiring at the end…
Work Zone Awareness week begins Monday in advance of construction season across Kentucky
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today As construction season’s orange cones and barrels spring up along Kentucky highways, state officials remind…
Kentucky lawmakers to return to Frankfort Friday to begin considering action on Beshear vetoes
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Kentucky lawmakers return to Frankfort on Friday for the final two days of the 2024…
Legislative Ethics Commission reports more than $6 million spent on lobbying during 2024 GA session
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The Kentucky General Assembly is winding down its 60-day session and the Legislative Ethics Commission…
KY House sends two bills (by NKY reps) to Senate for consideration: ‘Momnibus,’ easing teacher shortage
Staff report Two bills spearheaded by NKY representatives have been approved by the Kentucky House and are headed to the…
KY House, Senate finished quick work before heading home for weekend; session resumes Monday
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Members of the General Assembly wrapped up the 42nd day of the 60-day 2024 regular…
Legislative Branch Ethics Commission data shows KY Lobbyists spent record amount in January
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Spending by Kentucky lobbying interests before the General Assembly for January 2024 hit an all-time…
Maysville Rep. William Lawrence files House Joint Resolution calling for congressional term limits
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Legislation has been introduced in the Kentucky House for the state to join other states…
Louisville public health offices warn of uptick in measles cases; vaccines are available
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Officials with the Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness (LMPHW) are warning that…
Kentucky marks official recognition of Black History Month Thursday at State Capitol
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Kentucky’s official observation of Black History Month took place Thursday in the State Capitol Rotunda….
KY House passes omnibus anti-crime bill — dubbed ‘The Safer Kentucky Act’ — 74-22; moves to Senate
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today After some two hours of debate, an omnibus anti-crime bill dubbed by supporters “The Safer…
In-person, virtual public hearings set for Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project February 20-22
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Another step forward in making the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project a reality has been…