Kentucky Edition

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.

Kentucky's U.S. Senators are at odds over hemp, a state lawmaker plans to take his ethics lawsuit to the federal level, celebrating Appalachia through an heirloom seed swap, and honoring a former Kentucky journalist.

Lawmakers hear ways to address the state's housing shortage, Kentucky sues over demand for personal data of SNAP recipients, why hospitals are seeing an increase in cannabis-related visits, and Kentucky has a newly-ranked best hospital.

A senior shares how she was scammed out of nearly $400,000, Congressman Massie continues to push the Epstein case, how Kentucky bankers are prepared to help with the state's housing shortage, an uptick in tick cases, and honoring an historic building.

Trump administration unfreezing millions in funds for Kentucky public schools, Gov. Beshear asks Trump to oppose rescheduling of marijuana, a Kentucky city could become home to an A.I. data center, Kim Davis agains seek to overturn nationwide right to same-sex marriage, and how Louisville is working to attract people to live and work in the Derby City.

Congressman Guthrie says he knows what it's like to lose a loved one who needs an orgran transplant, UofL is under a federal civil rights investigation related to its scholarships, celebrating Kentucky's most athletic seniors, and three Northern Kentucky mayors talk about the housing crisis in their region.

Dozens of Kentucky counties will get federal help for damage caused by storms in April,  Kentucky is experiencing a heat wave as heat index temperatures soar to triple digits this week, and a new program is taking GED testing on the road in the state.

Louisville says it will comply with the Trump administration in order to be removed from a list of sanctuary cities, reaction to the sentencing of Brett Hankison, fallout continues over the Epstein case, and learn about free virtual job fairs for veterans.

Sentencing day for a former LMPD detective involved in the Breonna Taylor raid, protests lead to a Covington officer under investigation, Sec. Adams goes to Washington to discuss human trafficking, Gov. Beshear's feature in Vogue magazine adds to speculation about his political future, and a Kentucky college is hard at work on a 3D-printed concrete house.

Congress approves Trump's $9 billion rescissions package, a look at the money flowing into campaign races in Kentucky for 2026, Kentucky lawmakers ask the Trump administration to unfreeze education funding, and a look at which industries are thriving in Northern Kentucky. 

Two more candidates jump into the Congressional race in Kentucky's 6th district, Gov. Beshear talks about his winning strategy in South Carolina, two Kentucky congressmen praise Trump's signing of the HALT Act, Congressman Massie is pushing to make the Epstein files public, and a group serving adults with disabilities is expanding its mission.

Lawmakers on the AI Task Force talk about the technology as it relates to Kentucky classrooms. The state benefits from a new settlement with an opioid manufacturer. Haitian and Latin immigrants in Kentucky discuss losing their legal status. A company works to give new life to a bourbon byproduct.

Leaders of Kentucky universities testified about how they're implementing HB 4, a new case of measles is confirmed in Kentucky, a transgender inmate challenges Kentucky's ban on gender-affirming care for inmates, and a Kentucky city is transforming an area into a new community.

Reaction to a deadly mass shooting at a Lexington church, President Trump gets high praise from his base in Kentucky, KSU provides lawmakers with an update on its budget shortfalls, Somerset Maya Alan Keck discusses his political future, and Kentucky students work to build a clinic to help patients in Liberia.