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U.S. 53 mins ago

3 gunshot-riddled bodies found in Kentucky home set ablaze; potential murder-suicide suspected

Three people were found dead with gunshot wounds in a Robertson County, Kentucky, home that was set ablaze Sunday. The incident is being reported as a murder-suicide.

Politics 53 mins ago

Kentucky Republicans introduce 'three-strikes' measure amid broader crime crackdown effort

Republican members of the Kentucky House have unveiled a "three-strikes" measure as part of a broader anti-crime bill being pursued this legislative session.

Politics 53 mins ago

Louisville sued by local paper over police records

The Louisville Courier Journal is suing its namesake city after its police department allegedly failed to procure records in a timely manner in accordance with Kentucky law.

Politics 53 mins ago

Republicans, Democrats finalize candidate lineups for Kentucky elections in 2024

All six of Kentucky's congressmen have filed for reelection in 2024, and all of them are facing challenges, in either the primary or general elections.

Politics 53 mins ago

Kentucky governor backs longer list of conditions eligible for treatment under medical marijuana law

Gov. Beshear would like to add conditions including ALS, Parkinson's disease, HIV, AIDS, and glaucoma to list of eligible criteria for medical marijuana access

Politics 53 mins ago

Kentucky Gov. Beshear urges for unity between parties to elevate education, economy

Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear of Kentucky called for unity with Republican lawmakers in his State of the Commonwealth speech, emphasizing the state's opportunity to be a leader.

Politics 53 mins ago

Cameron tapped as CEO of 'anti-woke' 1792 Exchange after Kentucky gubernatorial loss

Former Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron, a Republican who lost his November bid for the state's governorship, has been tapped to head the conservative 1792 Exchange.

Politics 53 mins ago

Ruby-red Kentucky begins new legislative session with budget talks, policy clashes on horizon

Kentucky lawmakers returned to Frankfort on Tuesday for a 60-day legislative session, where a two-year budget proposal is set to be drafted.

Politics 53 mins ago

Judge rules former clerk who refused to issue same-sex marriage licenses must pay $260,000 legal expenses

Former Kentucky clerk Kim Davis must pay over $260,000 in attorneys fees and expenses after she refused to certify a same-sex couple's marriage.

U.S. 53 mins ago

Missing NC girl found inside trap door, Kentucky man charged with kidnapping: reports

A teenager reported missing from North Carolina weeks ago was found hidden beneath a trap door in a man's house in Kentucky on Christmas Day, according to multiple reports.

U.S. 53 mins ago

Coal ash leak hospitalizes 3 workers at Kentucky plant

A coal ash leak from a silo at the D.B. Wilson Generating Station in Ohio County, Kentucky, left three workers hospitalized after one became trapped.

U.S. 53 mins ago

Kentucky remains identified as FBI fugitive who vanished nearly 25 years ago

A set of human remains found in Lake Barkley in Kentucky by two fishermen in 1999 have been identified as belonging to Roger Parham, an FBI fugitive.

U.S. 53 mins ago

Kentucky woman drops lawsuit demanding the right to an abortion

Attorneys for a Kentucky woman seeking abortion rights have withdrawn her lawsuit after discovering her embryo no longer has a heartbeat, court records show.

U.S. 53 mins ago

1 dead after Louisville officers report shots fired on domestic call

Two people were shot and one was killed after shots were fired at the scene of an armed domestic incident in Louisville on Thursday evening.

Politics 53 mins ago

Kentucky Gov. Beshear pushes for higher teacher pay, universal pre-K as legislative session nears

Democratic Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear stumped Thursday for further investment in the Bluegrass State's education system ahead of the coming legislative session.

Lifestyle 53 mins ago

Yuletide owl found roosting in Kentucky family's Christmas tree for days before being found

A Kentucky family was surprised when they learned that a baby owl had been nesting undetected in their Christmas tree for four days until they discovered it.

Politics 53 mins ago

Longtime Kentucky Senate leader Damon Thayer says he won't seek reelection in 2024

Damon Thayer, a conservative Republican, who left a major mark on the state of Kentucky, is the longest-serving GOP member to hold his leadership position.

U.S. 53 mins ago

Kentucky woman who filed lawsuit for abortion says embryo no longer has cardiac activity

An unidentified pregnant woman in Kentucky who filed a lawsuit challenging the state's near-total abortion ban has been informed that her embryo no longer has cardiac activity.

U.S. 53 mins ago

Kentucky charter school funding law struck down by judge, dealing blow to school choice advocates

A Kentucky judge has struck down a 2022 law aimed at establishing funding for charter schools, marking another legal setback for school choice advocates.

Politics 53 mins ago

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear begins second term with oath renewal: 'We must face this challenge'

Democratic Governor Andy Beshear renewed his oath of office in Kentucky's Capitol on Tuesday, marking the start of his second term following his reelection.

Politics 53 mins ago

Former Kentucky Gov. Julian Carroll dead at 92

Former Kentucky Gov. Julian Carroll, a Democrat who led the state from 1974 to 1979, died Sunday, his family confirmed in a statement. He was 92.

U.S. 53 mins ago

Baby killed, another brain damaged by infectious bacteria previously responsible for formula recall: report

A child in Kentucky is dead and an infant in Missouri is brain damaged after being infected with the dangerous bacteria cronobacter sakazakii this year, according to reports.

U.S. 53 mins ago

Kentucky Gov. Beshear urges future adoption of disaster relief model to avoid delays

Gov. Andy Beshear said he believes that the state-managed disaster relief funds can be examples of effective ways to provide assistance to victims of storms.

Opinion 53 mins ago

A few questions for Republicans about abortion

The majority of Americans support access to abortion, and anyone who is not willing to accept this reality is out of step with the American people.

U.S. 53 mins ago

Justice Department reaches settlement with Kentucky jail over opioid medication access

Inmates at Big Sandy Regional Detention Center in eastern Kentucky are guaranteed access to medication for opioid addiction treatment under a new settlement with the Justice Department.

Politics 53 mins ago

KY State Rep. Kevin Bratcher announces run for Louisville Metro Council seat

Kentucky State Rep. Kevin Bratcher has declared his intention to run for a Louisville Metro Council seat in 2024. He currently chairs a committee overseeing election legislation.

Politics 53 mins ago

Kentucky-born country star Tyler Childers to perform at Gov. Beshear's inauguration

Country musician Tyler Childers is set to perform at Democratic Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear's second inauguration ceremony on December 12.

Politics 53 mins ago

Sen Rand Paul performs Heimlich maneuver on choking Joni Ernst

Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., did the Heimlich maneuver Thursday on Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, who was choking on a piece of food, according to a source.

U.S. 53 mins ago

Kentucky train derailment and chemical fire prompt class-action lawsuit against transportation company

A lawsuit has been filed against CSX Transportation in federal court, alleging negligence that led to a train derailment and chemical fire near Livingston, Kentucky.

U.S. 53 mins ago

KY Republican Chairman Mac Brown resigns after 8 years, marking end of era for state's GOP leadership

Kentucky Republican Chairman Mac Brown has formally resigned from his pivotal role after a noteworthy eight-year tenure. His departure was announced Monday night.

U.S. 53 mins ago

Kentucky train derailment caused by failed wheel bearing, company says

CSX says a failed wheel bearing on a train car caused a derailment that sparked a chemical fire in a small Kentucky town. The accident occured on Nov. 22, 2023.