Kentucky Edition

A new school assessment report shows how Kentucky students are faring in reading and math, Kentucky’s hemp industry concerned clock is running out to save their product, a Medicare expert breaks down what recipients need to know as open enrollment begins,  and meet Kentucky’s 2026 Farmer of the Year.

Congressman and Senate hopeful Andy Barr meets with hemp producers to talk about the bill he calls “a lifeline for the Kentucky hemp industry," a Northern Kentucky senator hits the road to shore up support for amendment limiting pardon powers, Mason County gives the green light to a planned hyperscale data center, and inside the country's only nature-based playground centered around black history

Kimberly Guilfoyle resigns as U.S. ambassador to Greece over controversy involving Kentucky businessman, President Donald Trump plans to campaign in Kentucky this weekend, Frankfort gets rid of its Flock cameras, new data shows fewer young people are registering to vote in Kentucky, and Louisville comes together to show support for those with disabilities.

Veterans join Kentucky Democratic candidate for Congress, Zach Dembo, in speaking out against the war in Iran, SOAR Summit addresses the future of broadband expansion and job creation in Eastern Kentucky, hear from the woman who fought to get Indigenous People's Day recognized in Kentucky, and how a state university is supporting students as they navigate the cost of paying for college.

Governor Andy Beshear and Congressman Hal Rogers announce more than $22 million in federal funds for Eastern Kentucky at the 2026 SOAR Summit, Rocky Adkins’ campaign touts a fundraising record in his bid for Kentucky governor, the Jefferson County Board of Elections tests voting equipment ahead of the midterm elections, and Trigg County celebrates 50 years of ‘hamming it up.’

U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson plans to attend a Kentucky fundraiser for Republican Ralph Alvarado as his Democratic opponent, Zach Dembo, releases a poll showing a lead in the 6th District race, a Kentucky Trump supporter levels allegations against a Trump insider, two Kentuckians detained by ICE are released, and a cardiac arrest survivor works to help save lives.

Governor Andy Beshear asks the Trump administration to rethink planned changes to the head start program, the state’s long-time drug czar announces his retirement, Kentucky’s attorney general wants Meta to pay more to the state after it settles a massive lawsuit, a former auditor and lawmaker eyes a new statewide office, and a non-profit’s plan to attract remote workers to Eastern Kentucky. 

Kentucky’s state auditor’s special examination of Jefferson County Public School shows a myriad of issues including misuse of funds and fear of retaliation, state lawmakers hear recommendations on how to help college students who are experiencing homelessness, how one Kentucky university is keeping student-parents on track to graduation, and a Kentucky pioneer’s tombstone is back where it belongs....

A Kentucky State Police trooper killed in the line of duty is laid to rest in Bowling Green, U.S. Representative Brett Guthrie rallies support in Congress for Kentucky’s lawsuit against the Environmental Protection Agency, the head of the Cabinet for Health and Family Services says Kentuckians are already being impacted by new SNAP benefit rules, and Murray State University cuts the ribbon on a ne...

The man accused of killing a Kentucky State trooper is indicted by a grand jury, the push to relieve the financial strain jails are putting on city and county budgets, Kentuckians take to the state capital to let lawmakers know how they feel about data centers, and how one Kentucky farm is offering a unique option for those with red meat allergies.

A federal court rules on a former University of Kentucky athlete’s lawsuit against the NCAA involving transgender athletes, a state senator’s plan to crack down on illegal activity at massage parlors, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Free Enterprise Express makes a stop in Kentucky, and the head of the new Governor’s Office of Music talks about preserving Kentucky’s musical heritage.

Funeral plans are set for slain Kentucky State Trooper Hayden Phillips, the ribbon is cut on a long-awaited skilled nursing facility for veterans in Bowling Green, leaders from Kentucky's colleges and universities gather to discuss the future of higher education, and new rules could be on the way for e-bikes and e-scooters in some Kentucky counties. 

The man accused of fatally shooting a Kentucky State Police trooper makes his first court appearance, which Kentucky industries could benefit from the temporary tariff truce between the United States and China, a Kentucky congressman visits an adult day center to raise concerns about proposed cuts to Medicaid and veterans' benefits, and a Northern Kentucky radio station marks its 80th year.

A Kentucky GOP congressman is among those speaking out against a new taxpayer-funded ad from President Donald Trump, it’s politics, pickles and more at the event known as the ‘Fancy Farm of Northern Kentucky,’ a new tool in the battle against an invasive species in Kentucky’s waterways, and how a near-death experience on a farm has first responders preparing for the next one.

Leaders of ONE Lexington give state lawmakers an update on what's driving the progress in reducing youth violence in the city and where challenges remain, a Republican congressman from Kentucky says his party is headed for a November 3rd disaster, Kentucky joins other states in the fight against robocalls, and one Kentucky native pays tribute to country music icon Dolly Parton on “9-2-5 Day.”

State lawmakers continue to wrangle with how to reduce the cost of Kentucky's Medicaid program, the Kentucky Supreme Court rejects a push by the attorney general to bring back the death penalty, senate majority floor leader Max Wise on increasing the number of school resource officers around the state and the impact its having on school safety, and how the state treasury is helping Kentuckians cla...

A consensus forecasting group delivers good news on the financial state of Kentucky’s state government, a new state law that would have kept the chair of the Fayette County School Board from running for re-election is struck down, Hollywood shines a spotlight on Kentucky's senate president, and University of Kentucky researchers offer a new nutrition guide to help those with Alpha-gal syndrome.  

Harlan County is hit with more than four inches of rain in less than two hours, Kentucky’s state auditor introduces new tool to track benefits program spending by executive branch, Kentucky’s governor is now an author, the program that’s bringing the farm to classrooms around the state, and we introduce you to Kentucky’s new Teacher of the Year.

How higher gas prices are impacting more than just the price you pay at the pump, Gov. Beshear discusses what he thinks the Democratic party should focus on ahead of the midterms, Sen. Paul cautions against taking extreme action to control A.I., and how legislation is setting the stage for more movies to be made in Kentucky.

The U.S. Department of Justice launches an investigation into Kentucky's secretary of state and others for not turning over sensitive voter information, the democratic candidate for the 6th congressional district, Zach Dembo, announces his plan to lower healthcare costs, and new training aims to create more successful interactions between first responders and autistic people.

Former Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin is released from jail, lawmakers get an update on the housing outlook in the state, getting Kentucky teens workforce-ready, the doors open on a new center focused on helping Kentuckians grow better food, and a behind-the-scenes look at the world’s largest bourbon, food and music festival.

Charles Booker tells crowd he’s gaining ground in the U.S. Senate race against Andy Barr, Mitch McConnell appears at the U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee as Congress gets set to vote on the 2026 Farm Bill, Kentucky Republican Congressman James Comer decides not seek another term as chair of the House Oversight Committee, and the state hits its highest number of measles cases in 35 years.

Senator Mitch McConnell returns to the U.S. Senate floor after a three-month absence from Congress, Kentucky lawmakers hear from a national organization looking for support to enact a Congressional term limit amendment to the U.S. Constitution, Governor Beshear promises to erase medical debt for 130,000 Kentuckians, and an LA Dodger is honored as a Hometown Hero in Louisville.

Kentuckians keep a close eye on Senate chambers to see if U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell will return, Kentucky Senate President Robert Stivers says future data center growth should not raise utility costs for existing customers, a new memorial unveiled in Lexington to honor local service members who died during the Global War on Terror, and a Pearl Harbor veteran recalls the day of the attack.

Kentucky communities mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11th attacks, state medical cannabis insiders discuss where the industry could be headed over the next year, what a new multi-million settlement with Meta means for Kentucky youth, former Governor Matt Bevin appeals his jail sentence, and we go inside the 80 acre Oxmoor Farm historic preserve.