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Kentucky Senate votes to give counties cremation option for indigents

County officials would have options when it comes to a final resting state for indigent bodies under a bill moving in the Kentucky General Assembly. Current law requires the burial of these people.

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Labor activists standing against child labor and autonomous vehicles gather in Frankfort

They were speaking out against various bills moving through the legislature.

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Bulls mocked to take Kentucky guard in new ESPN 2024 mock NBA draft

The 6-foot-3 native of London (Kentucky) can shoot the rock well from beyond the arc, connecting at a bonkers 51.4%.

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Kentucky General Assembly again taking up animal abuse legislation

Legislation to strengthen Kentucky law when it comes to intentionally torturing a cat or dog is headed to the House floor.

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Kentucky volunteers needed to help local children in foster care

Volunteers for the Citizen Foster Care Review Boards are needed in 69 Kentucky counties.

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Kentucky’s 4th Annual Sustainability Summit to be hosted April 10th

Kentucky’s 4th annual Sustainability Summit will be held at the University of Kentucky Gatton Student Center.

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UAW-Ford Agreement Reached For Kentucky Plant Contract

UAW and Ford agreement on Kentucky plant contract benefits workers and sets positive precedent for future negotiations.

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Student behavior on school buses addressed in legislation moving in the Kentucky House

Kentucky lawmakers are examining ways to reduce student misbehavior on public school buses. The pending legislation also addresses parental misconduct.

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Kentucky Parks Commissioner seeking budget support for facility and recreational upgrades

The Kentucky House has adopted its version of a two-year state budget. Still to be determined is what will be in a Senate budget plan. One of many interested onlookers is the head of Kentucky state parks.

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Transportation advocacy group seeing the need for modified funding support for Kentucky highway proj

Several bills given committee consideration in Frankfort this legislative session carry a transportation connection. There are also transportation budget issues. One ongoing question focuses on how to support new pavement and maintenance in a time of electric vehicles.

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Kentucky and federal officials break ground on the first EV charging station in the southeast U.S. I

The station was made possible due to National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program funds.

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Kentucky drought-free for first time since last May

After plenty of rain recently, Kentucky is drought-free. That’s according to the latest map from the National Centers for Environmental Information.

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Today's Interview: Kentucky author Jayne Moore Waldrop

Arts contributor Kate Savage talks to Kentucky author Jayne Moore Waldrop about her latest book.

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Bus driver buys pajamas for boy who missed Pajama Day

Discover how Kentucky bus driver Larry Farrish Jr. went above and beyond to make a first grader's day special by surprising him with pajamas.

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State lawmakers considering adjustments to higher ed performance funding

The performance funding formula for Kentucky’s public universities is receiving scrutiny in Frankfort. Lawmakers are considering modifications to the formula during the current legislative session.

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Anti-recording agriculture bill passes Kentucky Senate

Recording without permission would be a class B misdemeanor under the bill, which can result in 90 days of jail time, a $250 fine or both. It moved to the Senate floor after being passed by the Committee on Agriculture Tuesday.

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State, CDC report spike in syphilis cases across KY

The Kentucky Department of Public Health is warning of a rise in syphilis cases throughout the Commonwealth. It’s reporting 2,032 cases from 2020 to 2022, equal to a 77 percent increase in cases during that time period.

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Kentucky AG files opioid lawsuit against Kroger

Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman has filed a civil suit against Kroger for its alleged role in the state’s opioid crisis.

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Two KY musicians connect African American music to mountain music of Appalachia and Kentucky

Two KY musicians explore cultural connections between African American music and mountain music of Appalachia and Kentucky

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2024 NFL combine full prospect list

Check out the 321 players invited to the 2024 NFL combine.

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Kentucky Governor announces new Build-Ready site in Jackson County

This announcement came as the Governor highlighted the continued momentum of the commonwealth’s site development and speed-to-market initiatives.

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Kentucky schools are looking for answers to absentee problems

Kentucky schools are facing struggles with absenteeism because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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321 college prospects invited to 2024 NFL Scouting Combine

321 college prospects have been invited to the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine. Check out the the full list of prospects..

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Officials make selection for art piece in front of Lexington jail

A Kentucky artist has been chosen to create a sculpture piece to be located near the Fayette County jail.

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Homeless advocate says Kentucky legislators' opinions on HB 5 may have been changed by lunch with ho

A lunch shared by state lawmakers and homeless persons may alter the final version of House Bill 5. That’s according to Ginny Ramsey, director of Lexington’s Catholic Action Council.

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