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Early voting period for Kentucky primary elections set to begin this week

The voting period for this year’s state primary elections starts this week. The early voting period starts Thursday and continues through Saturday.

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Toyota Kentucky begins assembly on all-hybrid Camry line

Toyota’s Georgetown plant is set to start manufacturing its new hybrid model Camry this year.

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Severe weather, including potential hail and tornadoes, expected across Kentucky through Thursday

The National Weather Service expects the most severe storms Wednesday afternoon and evening, starting around 4 p.m. through early Thursday. Straight line wind, hail and tornadoes are all possible. Squalls are also possible starting Wednesday night.

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California ballot initiative could change drug and theft penalties

Welcome to the Tuesday, April 23, 2024, Brew.

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Millions in funding coming for projects in Elliott County

Work is set to begin on a $4.6 million combination emergency services center in Elliott County.

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Two states adopted new laws related to ranked-choice voting, and more legislation is on the move elsewhere

Two states adopted new ranked-choice voting (RCV) laws in recent weeks. Elsewhere, RCV legislation advanced in Republican trifecta states and was vetoed in Virginia. Check out April’s RCV update below.

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ICYMI: Top stories of the week

On April 12, Kentucky legislators overrode Gov. Andy Beshear’s (D) veto of House Bill 44 , which prohibits ranked-choice voting (RCV). The bill changes several areas of election law, mostly related to voter list maintenance. Legislators added the portion of the bill that bans RCV as a Senate amendment, prohibiting…

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U.S. Deputy Secretary of Energy to visit Kentucky for economic announcement

Deputy Secretary Turk will join Governor Beshear at Wieland Copper Recycling.

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Sixth state bans RCV

Welcome to the Thursday, April 18, Brew.

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Kentucky lawmakers override Gov. Andy Beshear’s (D) veto of bill removing the governor’s authority to fill U.S. Senate vacancies

On April 12, lawmakers in the Republican-controlled Kentucky Legislature overrode Gov. Andy Beshear’s (D) veto of House Bill 622. The bill amends Kentucky law “to require the Governor to sign a proclamation for an election to fill a vacancy in the office of United States Senator” and “extend the term…

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Kentucky state officials say impact of Tuesday storms include at least seven tornadoes, one fatality

State officials revealed the known impact of the severe storms across Kentucky during a Wednesday briefing.

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Millions brace for extreme US weather as thunderstorms sweep across states

Several tornadoes spotted across the midwest and southern states, and 275,000 people in multiple states are without power

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Deadly severe weather roars through several states, spawning potential tornadoes

Parts of Ohio, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, West Virginia, Virginia and Georgia were under tornado watches, while Wisconsin was experiencing a spring snowstorm.

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Flanked by Fat Joe, Harris urges DEA to 'get to it' on its marijuana review

Vice President Harris framed marijuana reform as a racial justice issue. It's also something that polls well with young voters.

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“To Me, It’s A Mansion”: Widow Begs To Keep Home Of 55 Years Amid Highway Construction Plans

Four generations have built memories inside the Magoffin County home. Now, they may see them get demolished. The post “To Me, It’s A Mansion”: Widow Begs To Keep Home Of 55 Years Amid Highway Construction Plans first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Suspected tornadoes kill at least 3 in Ohio as severe storms tear through central U.S.

Tornadoes tore through several states, flattening homes and trailers in an RV park and killing at least three people, with more bodies likely to be discovered, authorities said.

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Gov. Beshear Stands Firm On DEI Practices At Universities

Gov. Beshear leads march in Kentucky, advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education amidst legislative challenges.

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Kentuckians to commemorate 60th anniversary of Civil Rights march in Frankfort

March 5th marks the 60th anniversary of an event known as the March on Frankfort

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Opponents of cancelled Bluegrass Station airport expansion say they feel heard

Opponents of the proposed airport and airpark at Bluegrass Station had a very good day Thursday. Governor Andy Beshear released a statement opposing the expansion because of a lack of local support, Bourbon Fiscal Court passed a similar resolution, and the military industrial park’s director declared it closed.

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Toyota increases EV investment in central Kentucky manufacturing plant to $1.3 billion

That’s an increase to a $591 million investment the company originally announced last May.

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Border crisis worsens as politicians prioritize political agenda over residents

This content discusses the border crisis and the lack of action from certain politicians, highlighting their support for Biden's open borders policies and ...

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Raped, pregnant and in an abortion ban state? Researchers gauge how often it happens

Researchers estimate nearly 65,000 rape-caused pregnancies have happened in states with abortion bans in effect since Roe v. Wade was overturned. The report is in JAMA Internal Medicine.

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Kentucky rape survivor urges exceptions to state's abortion ban

Brave advocate Hadley Duvall urges lawmakers to reconsider Kentucky's strict abortion ban, highlighting the need for exceptions in cases of rape and incest.

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Governor Beshear Launches In This Together PAC to Support Democrats

Democratic Governor Andy Beshear unveils In This Together PAC, supporting candidates who reject anger, politics, and division. Creative tone, powerfully ad...

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

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear says access to medical marijuana in the state should expand to include more health conditions

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