Some KY counties seeing an increase in drug overdoses, deaths
First responders say drug overdoses are worst than they were at the height of the pandemic.
State’s positivity rate crosses 6%, 10 counties now in ‘red’
No indication surge is slowing.
State could get $460 million over 18 years from $26 billion opioid deal
Settlement also makes other changes to try to prevent future epidemics.
State flags at half-staff Thursday for two state lawmakers
Two lawmakers died this month after long illnesses.
Hometown Tours- Dreaming Creek Brewery
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Man accused of shooting at house arrested in Floyd County
Deputies says Tannon Keathley was caught on a security camera firing a shot at a house.
One wounded, one charged in Pike County robbery, shooting
Shooting occured during robbery, KSP says.
Not just police, all first responders need help, support, lawmakers told
Stress issues often overlooked.
Ball makes history with second child while in office
Treasurer Ball is the first statewide elected official to give birth to two children while in office
State Commission on Race and Access begins work
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WTVQ) – Kentucky’s new Commission on Race and Access to Opportunity kicked off its work in Frankfort this week with members seeking to have tough —but respectful—conversations on disparities across the state. Lawmakers created the commission during the 2021 General Assembly with Senate Bill 10. The 13-member panel will conduct studies and research on issues such as educational…
Sen. Rand Paul intends to ask DOJ for criminal referral for Dr. Anthony Fauci
U.S. Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky says he’ll ask the Department of Justice for a criminal referral for Dr. Anthony Fauci because he’s lied to congress.
Hazard, Knott, Perry, Letcher, Pike projects get $6 million in funding
$2 Million for Water & Sewer Projects in Eastern Kentucky
38 KY schools, orgs receive No Kid Hungry grants
Schools and organizations receive nearly $1 million From No Kid Hungry Kentucky to feed kids amidst COVID-19.
Rep. Rogers named to advisory panel on Cuba
To advise on policy regarding Cuba and Communist resistance.
Fayette COVID cases top 36,000, school cases pose questions
New case numbers continue to climb.
Fidelity Investments plans to create nearly 600 jobs in Covington
Financial services company adds to Kentucky’s economic surge with hiring at regional office in Kenton County
Summer Nights Chef Series benefits Living Arts and Science Center
First-ever event promises food, fun
Georgetown Toyota plant celebrates 10 millionth Camry
New Camry is eighth-generation of popular car.
Lexington Public Library extending hours of operation
Additionally, Saturday hours at Central Library begin this week
State lawmaker addresses controversy over Fauci tweet
Huff chairs House Education Committee.
Rand Paul, Fauci again spar over Paul’s ‘expertise’ on COVID
WASHINGTON (CNN/WTVQ) – Dr. Anthony Fauci and Republican Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky erupted in a contentious debate over the origins of the coronavirus during a hearing Tuesday on Capitol Hill, prompting the nation’s top infectious disease expert to once again rebuke Paul. At issue were Paul’s unfounded claims that the National Institutes of Health played a role in funding research…
Courts hope state finally will address some needed judicial changes
Courts hope the legislature finally will act
$5 billion in gains paint better picture for teacher pension system
Even with improved picture, state still will have to pay in $1 billion.
Police department invests in next generation
Monday, the Nicholasville Police Department began its first-ever police apprentice academy open to Jessamine and Fayette County kids ages 13-18.