Kentucky Edition

A lawmaker and military veteran pushes to lower the concealed carry age to 18, school districts that lost instruction days due to bad weather could adjust their calendar under a bill passed by the House, and the Lexington connection to a new opera on the father of the Underground Railroad.

The Kentucky House passes an anti-DEI bill that strips diversity, equity and inclusion from public universities, a bill invalidating Governor Beshear’s executive order banning conversion therapy is approved by the House, and Kentuckians react the President Trump’s speech to Congress.

A bill that would cut diversity, equity and inclusion offices at Kentucky's universities has its first hearing in Frankfort, a Medicaid bill that could keep the Governor from expanding the health coverage program for the poor without legislative oversight passes the House, and state leaders respond to President Trump’s tariff policy.

Kentucky could get an Office of Government Efficiency under a proposal by some Republican state lawmakers, students gather at public universities across Kentucky to rally in favor of DEI, and Kentucky's top health official on the increase in flu cases across the state.

Kentucky's Commissioner of Public Health talks about a confirmed case of measles in the state. Lawmakers hope to form a task force focused on improving health outcomes. A bill adding requirements for building in areas with single-family homes sparks debate. Why it could soon be easier for universities to fire professors. Vocalists from across the country arrive for a singing competition.

Legislators working to attract more filmmakers to Kentucky, bill aiming to modernize NIL in Kentucky clears a comittee, why certain weapons could soon be destroyed instead of auctioned, Secretary Kristi Noem surveys flood damage in Eastern Kentucky, a confirmed case of measles in Kentucky, and a familiar face is part of a traveling Broadway cast.

Lawmakers hear from two state senators about the devastating floods from earlier this month in Eastern Kentucky, a bill banning cell phones in schools advances, legislation clarifying charges for disrupting legislative proceedings gains traction, water fluoridation is under the microscope again, and Congressman Massie is the only Republican to vote against a budget resolution.

A bill requiring a moment of silence in school passes the full Senate, lawmakers want more Kentuckians to know about the benefits of SNAP, a non-partisan group working to end gun violence pushes for a bill in Frankfort, recognizing sacrifices made by Kentucky families of military members, shaping the next generation of healthcare professionals, and a simulation lab at NKU is giving students hands-...

U.S. Rep. James Comer discusses his political future, Daniel Cameron criticizes Sen. McConnell, the death toll rises following flooding and freezing temperatures, students react to a bill that would eliminate DEI programs at Kentucky's public universities, and visiting the Northern Kentucky town of Bellevue. 

Thousands of state government workers would have to return to the office under legislation up for consideration, school districts could soon have more flexibility for making up missed days, a Kentucky State Park continues to house dozens of families displaced by flooding, state lawmakers reflect on Sen. McConnell's achievements, and exploring Kentucky connections to the raising of the American fla...

Sen. McConnell says he won't seek reelection in 2026 unleashing a race to replace him, a religious liberty bill advances, a moment of silence could be required as part of the school day if another bill passes, giving judges more sentencing options for primary caregivers clears a House committee, and the lingering impact flooding is having on Kentucky farmers.

Gov. Beshear says damage damage from recent flooding will surpass $1 billion, lawmakers seem willing to give school district more flexibility for making up missed days, a third DUI offense could soon become a felony, a priority bill banning tax-payer funded hormone therapy for inmates generates a lot of debate, and more of Renee Shaw's conversation with Congressman Andy Barr.

Kentucky braces for a winter storm days after historic flooding, a state lawmaker shares stories of flooding in his district, a lenghty debate in the state Senate about transgender care for inmates, professors protest a bill they argue would make it easier for them to be fired, and Congressman Andy Barr discusses his future political aspirations.

At least 11 dead and more than 1,000 people rescued after widespread flooding in Kentucky, Congressman Andy Barr responds to President Trump's argument to eliminate the department that responds to natural disasters as the state deals with more destruction, and Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame inductee and celebrated artist, Elmer Lucille Allen, talks about growing up in segregated Louisville.

Governor Andy Beshear declares a state of emergency ahead of expected flooding this weekend, Kentucky lawmakers wade into a debate on state standards on water quality, coal and jobs, and meet a Grayson County couple who have teamed up to clean up other people’s junk.

A bill to ban hormone treatment and elective gender reassignment surgery for inmates clears a Senate committee, looking at ways of improving the state's youth detention centers, a Democratic leader in the House introduces two bills to expand abortion access in Kentucky, Gov. Beshear releases additional money to fund SEEK, and a Western Kentucky school district is removing barriers to healthcare. 

A bill to require certain students to repeat kindergarten advances in Frankfort, lawmakers advance a measure that some say could help protect victims from violent partners, the full Senate passes a bill aimed at what the FBI says is the fastest growing crimes against children, and a medical student wins first place in a contest that combines science and art. 

State auditor and secretary for the Cabinet for Health and Family Services speak to lawmakers about report on foster kids sleeping in state office buildings, Congressman Andy Barr’s camp responds to reports he’s planning to run for Senator Mitch McConnell's seat, and Louisville’s chamber of commerce unveils its five-year strategic plan to create new jobs and attract new people to the region. 

Pregnant women in Kentucky may soon have another option when it comes to labor and delivery, a Kentucky doctor talks about the potential impact of a newly-approved non-opioid pain medication, and a recovery center prepares people to work in one of the Commonwealth's signature industries.

A bill to limit a governor's pardon powers is a step closer to being on a future ballot, Gov. Beshear makes website showing the cost of proposed legislation, what an education group wants to see in Kentucky, and a program that's teaching young girls to code.

Gov. Beshear signs the income tax cut bill into law, a bill to protect the custody rights of parents with disabilities gains traction, lawmakers introduce a bill to ban funding certain gender-affirming care for state inmate, the loophole in campaign law a lawmaker hopes to close, and the pitch Murray State University is making to lawmakers this year.

New concerns about the health of U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell after he reportedly suffered two falls on Wednesday, hundreds gather in Frankfort to protest against President Trump's recent actions, lawmakers consider a bill that would increase penalties for speeding, a Northern Kentucky lawmaker wants to put parameters around a governor's pardon powers, and a new art gallery showcasing Kentucky art...

The Kentucky General Assembly passes a bill to further lower the state income tax, House Democrats unveil their legislative priorities, lawmakers discuss if state workers should be required to return to the office, why a Kentucky Congressman wants to elminate the U.S. Department of Education, responding to threats of tariffs on bourbon, and a Northern Kentucky distillery is putting what it calls a...

Kentuckians express concern about newly proposed tariffs targeting bourbon, Sen. McConnell discusses his strategy now that he's no longer in leadership, a new name is in the mix as a possible candidate for McConnell's Senate seat, meet another new state lawmakers, and learn about legislation filed in Kentucky to protect foster families with disabilities.

KY lawyers debate President Trump's birthright citizenship executive order, Louisville's mayor gives his state of the city address, which U.S. Representative is considering running for governor in Kentucky, and a Central Kentucky church is helping address a shortage in senior housing.