Kentucky Edition

Governor Andy Beshear says Kentucky is doing all it can to cope with the continuing federal government shutdown that started at midnight Wednesday, a look at the protections and limitations of free speech on university campuses, and preventing seniors from becoming the target of scammers.

Kentuckians react as the federal government shuts down after Congress and the White House fail to reach a budget agreement, Kentucky's top doctor speaks out on the Trump administration associating Tylenol use during pregnancy to autism, and the search for answers in a Civil War massacre leads archaeologists and historians to a Shelby County farm.

London's impeached mayor resumed his duties after a judge ruled the city council did not present sufficient grounds to remove him from office, four Kentucky congressmen ask House leadership to block language that would ban certain hemp-derived products, and a WKU student is living campus life to the fullest while shattering stereotypes.

Legislative panel hears from Medicaid experts about potential ways for the state to save on Medicaid costs while still getting Kentuckians the healthcare they need, U.S. Senator Rand Paul explains why he opposed both the Republican and Democratic budget plans to avoid government shutdown, and a program that's getting local nutritious fare into an urban food desert.

Why senior centers in Kentucky will have to scale back meal programs, lawmakers discuss horse racing and gambling in Kentucky, what Congressman McGarvey is reportedly saying about his vote on a resolution honoring Charlie Kirk, and taking steps to increase accuracy when it comes to monitoring Kentucky's weather.

U.S. Senator Rand Paul and Congressman Thomas discuss the possibility of a government shutdown and a possible U.S. Senate run for  Massie at a community forum in Maysville, Governor Andy Beshear weighs in on the Trump administration's claims there's a link between Tylenol use and autism, and dozens of people who recently became naturalized U.S. citizens are recognized in Bowling Green.

Congressman Thomas Massie talked about his work to release the Epstein files, as he and U.S. Senator Rand Paul made stops in Kentucky for Massie's re-election campaign, county officials head to Frankfort to ask lawmakers, once again, for help funding their local jails, and Warren County Public Schools speaks to legislative panel about ways the state could better accommodate multi-lingual students.

New calls for a change in leadership at FCPS, could a fund used to help Kentuckians rent and own homes being doing more, learning way to reduce falling risks, a unique music festival moves to Kentucky, and a Kentuckian is on her way to becoming a NASA astronaut.

A growing number of state lawmakers are calling for the immediate resignation of Fayette County Public Schools' Superintendent Demetrus Liggins and Board Chair Tyler Murphy,  a high-ranking Kentucky lawmaker is proposing to make handgun "conversion devices" illegal at the state level, and  more cases of West Nile virus are now confirmed in Central Kentucky.

Why some lawmakers oppose a bill preventing utility companies from cutting off services during extreme weather, honoring POW/MIA Recognition Day, and we go Inside Kentucky Politics to discuss the U.S. Senate race in the state.

A legislative task force discusses ways to improve child nutrition, the state's highest court overturns a local ordinance on no-knock warrants, Sen. Paul questions the need for newborns to get a hepatitis B vaccine, and what advancements in the fight against Alzheimer's means for Kentucky families.

The director of the University of Kentucky's Cannabis Center tells lawmakers the university could soon open an indoor cannabis-growing facility, Kentucky's Senate President says lawmakers are taking note of the impact tariffs are having on the state's bourbon industry, and hundreds of groups come together in Lexington to collaborate and educate themselves on preventing child abuse.

The superintendent of Fayette County Public Schools, Demetrus Liggins, is questioned by a panel of state lawmakers about the district's $16 million budget shortfall, another Democrat is running for the U.S. Senate in Kentucky in 2026, and why horse and livestock owners could find hay in shorter supply this winter.

Teacher unions and superintendents ask for $718 million more in education spending, but some policy groups say more money alone won't improve education outcomes, judge dismisses lawsuit by state auditor against Beshear administration, and how Kentuckians stand to benefit from a new life sciences lab.

U.S. Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky speaks about the suspect in the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, Kentucky's A.I.  taskforce hears from business leaders and a representative of large-scale data center companies about whether Kentucky could be the next data center destination, and regional leaders cut the ribbon on the One NKY Center.

Governor Beshear says we need to think about the political atmosphere in America today after fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie, the Kentucky Supreme Court hears arguments that will help them decide the fate of charter schools in the state, and farmers and scientists from around the world attending 5th International Pawpaw conference at Kentucky State University. 

Kentucy politicians comment on the shooting of activist Charlie Kirk, the Kentucky Supreme Court takes up an open records case, what a new poll says about the race for U.S. Senate in Kentucky, and Gov. Beshear appears on late night television.

A panel discussed what's behind Kentucky's housing shortage and why home prices are so high, public education advocates will ask lawmakers for $700 million more than what they got in the last budget, and a Kentucky distillery is making sure blind, deaf and hard-of-hearing visitors can get a taste of the bourbon industry.

Senator Rand Paul talks about government spending and a potential run for the White House, Congressman Thomas Massie says he's confident the House will vote to get the Jeffery Epstein files released, and supporters and survivors of substance abuse gather for the annual Recovery Rally in Frankfort.  

More Kentuckians are expressing concerns over Medicaid cuts, students in Louisville protest a recent shooting at a Minneapolis school, and Congressman Massie plans new action to push to make the Epstein files public.

Nearly 40 counties are under a burn ban despite recent rain, Gov. Beshear says state government could face a financial shortfall, the new J.B. Speed School opens at the University of Louisville, and a reporter on Kentucky's bourbon beat talks about challenges facing the industry.

Two Kentucky Congressmen say they're brining transparency to the Epstein case, another candidate enters Kentucky's 6th district congressional race, state lawmakers are briefed about a federal investigation into Kentucky's juvenile detention centers, and how educators are working to improve the health of students.

New industries, like artificial intelligence and nuclear energy, and how Eastern Kentucky can get involved were big topics at this year's SOAR Summit, a state lawmaker, who's served more than 20 years in Frankfort, announces his current term will be his last, and a prominent city mayor says he's not seeking re-election.

Labor Day is a celebration of the American labor force. This episode highlights some of the programs in Kentucky that are preparing the next generation of American workers.

Congressman Barr hears from veterans in Richmond, Gov. Beshear addresses redistricting Kentucky's congressional maps, Damon Thayer talks Kentucky's U.S. Senate race, and FCPS pulls back on plans to increase occupational tax.

Questions linger after a union vote at Kentucky's BlueOval SK Battery Park, Gov. Beshear discusses school security following a mass shooting in Minneapolis, a former state lawmaker shares his thoughts about Kentucky's U.S. Senate race, combating chronic absenteeism, and changes to Medicaid.

A state lawmaker wants Ibogaine to be studied for treating addiction, the Trump administartion could withhold $1.4 million from Kentucky if certain gender ideology content isn't removed from curriculum, Sen. Paul says Kentucky's business community is concerned about tariffs, and a traveling Smithsonian exhibit debuts in Western Kentucky.

Lawmakers express bipartisan support for restoring voting rights in Kentucky, Congressman Comer subpoenas the Epstein estate, a union vote is underway at BlueOval SK, another Kentucky cooperage announces layoffs, and Auditor Allison Ball discusses her office's audit of KDE.

State lawmakers and housing leaders discuss how to increase the state's housing supply, what we know about the rising number of COVID cases in Kentucky, meet a man who reentered the workforce in his 60s as we focus on older workers, and what a new study says about a sweet opportunity for the state's economy in Eastern Kentucky.

Canada agrees to drop retaliatory tariffs against the U.S., Congressman Comer says the DOJ has turned over thousands of documents in the Epstein case, previewing this year's SOAR summit, and a look at how international friendships are being formed between Japan and Kentucky.

Politics and a pricey pork dominate at the Kentucky State Fair, a Kentucky task force examines claims that low- and no-calorie sweeteners aren't impacting health outcomes, an update on the Brent Spence Bridge project, and a new resource center for veterans in Lexington.

The Kentucky State Fair isn't all corn dogs and carnival games. You can also get screened for various health issues without stepping into a doctor's office. Here's a look at how UofL Health is giving Kentuckians that opportunity.

Gov. Beshear moves to designate Bromazolam as a Schedule I drug, the state's second-largest school district is again considering a tax hike, electric vehicle batteries are now rolling off an assembly line at a Kentucky facility, and a special honor for an aviation pioneer from Kentucky.

Auditor Ball presents her audit of the Kentucky Department of Education to lawmakers, a shooting on KSU's campus injuries two people, Rep. Comer says he thinks the DOJ is cooperating with the House Oversight committee's Epstein investigation, the Mountain Parkway expansion project hits a major milestone, and we take a trip to Bowling Green's Aviation Heritage Park.

The Safer Kentucky Act is being tested in court, the Kentucky Democratic Party launches a tour in support of Medicaid, and how one venue is bringing Broadway to Bowling Green.

The Kentucky State Fair begins in Louisville, Kentucky's Attorney General says his office has been investigating alleged fraud within the state' driver's licensing system for months, a look at the largest multifamily residential community in the state, and how one family has revived a local amusement part and race track that's turning into a top tourist attraction for Bowling Green.

Gov. Beshear addresses reports of alleged fraud in the state's driver's licensing system, GE celebrates a $3 billion investment in U.S. manufacturing at Louisville's Appliance Park, the state is rolling out cameras to enforce speed limits in highway work zones, and students in Warren County will soon have a new opportunity that goes beyond the conventional classroom.

A widening project on I-75 enters its next phase, alleged fraud in Kentucky's driver's licensing system has state lawmakers calling for an investigation, a Lexington couple is on a mission to raise awareness about organ donation, how leaders in Warren County are planning for major growth, and a program serving adults with autism that's also supporting Kentucky's workforce.

GOP candidates running for U.S. Senate in Kentucky campaign at the Lincoln Day Dinner, Ford investing $2 billion to re-tool Kentucky factory to make electric vehicles, a look at the history of Kentucky's South-Central region, go inside the National Corvette Museum, and relax in the sun at Nolin Lake State Park.

Congressman Brett Guthrie says it's time states pay their fair share of Medicaid costs,  Lexington announces a new plan to reduce gun violence in the city, and a rare, giant salamander caught on camera in an eastern Kentucky stream.

Congressman Andy Barr gives President Donald Trump credit for Apple's decision to expand in Kentucky, the state is joining forces with the Better Business Bureau and the AARP to create a website giving Kentuckians tips to avoid scams, and University of Louisville researchers create world's largest brain tumor database.

The Kentucky Supreme Court once again hears arguments in a case challenging a law limiting the power of the Jefferson County Board of Education, Brett Hankison appeals his conviction for his role in the death of Breonna Taylor, and how one program is introducing young people to farming and a healthier lifestyle.

A House committee issues subpoenas in the Jeffrey Epstein case, a new ad targets Congressman Massie, a new contract awards money to widen I-75, Lexington's mayor discusses running for a third term, a $1.5 billion uranium enrichment facility is planned for Western Kentucky, and a new program working to reduce suicides among veterans.

Republicans dominate Fancy Farm with three candidates for U.S. Senate taking the stage, Kentucky's Attorney General issues an opinion about a new controversial law, and a state lawmaker looks to beef up ABC to regulate non-alcoholic substances.

Previewing the 145th Fancy Farm picnic, legislators discuss housing and workforce development, Kentucky's first medical cannabis dispensary is approved, Sen. McConnell explains why he's tabling his fight to close a loophole that legalized hemp, and the superintendent for the state's largest public school district hosts a listening session. 

The Kentucky Hospital Association says federal Medicaid cuts could cause several hospitals to close, FEMA turns down storm relief for three counties, how a proposed change to federal housing vouchers could impact Kentuckians, a proposed settlement could extend the lifespan of two Kentucky coal-fired power units, and preparing students to return to the classroom.