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Additional measures to assist low-performing Kentucky schools addressed in General Assembly

Kentucky lawmakers are being briefed this legislative session on how state resources are going to improve academic standings at low performing schools.

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Kentucky's nationally ranked higher ed enrollment growth celebrated in Frankfort

Kentucky’s higher education community continues to celebrate a national number one designation. This systemwide accomplishment was highlighted during the governor’s weekly briefing.

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Rand Paul teases 2024 election announcement

‘I’ve stayed out of the Republican Presidential primary so far – but I’ve seen enough,’ Kentucky senator says

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Three candidates have filed to appear on Kentucky’s Democratic presidential primary ballot

The filing deadline for the Kentucky Democratic presidential primary passed on Jan. 5, 2024. Three candidates filed to appear on the May 21, 2024, ballot. In order to file, candidates had to submit a petition containing 5,000 signatures.

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Six candidates have filed to appear on Kentucky’s Republican presidential primary ballot

The filing deadline for the Kentucky Republican presidential primary passed on Jan. 5, 2024. Six candidates filed to appear on the May 21, 2024, ballot. In order to file, candidates had to submit a petition containing 5,000 signatures.

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Kentucky Derby purse raised to $5 million for 150th race in May

The Kentucky Derby purse has been raised to $5 million for the 150th edition in May

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Kentucky Claims Top Spot in AP's All-Time College Basketball Ranking

Discover the all-time top 25 college basketball programs, with Kentucky narrowly edging out North Carolina for the coveted No. 1 spot. A celebration of sus...

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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 lawmaker again pushing cannabis decriminalization legislation

A Kentucky lawmaker has once again filed a bill to decriminalize marijuana. State Representative Nima Kulkarni of Louisville said House Bill 72 would decriminalize possession of less than an ounce for people over the age of 21.

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Lexington lawmaker files three bills he says will improve Kentucky elections

A state lawmaker from Lexington has filed three bills he says would improve elections for Kentucky voters.

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Kentucky housing needs still a question for state lawmakers

Kentucky lawmakers are being asked to consider spending a portion of the state’s budget reserve trust fund for various needs. One of those requests spelled out by a multi-focused coalition group is to pump more money into affordable housing.

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Houston, College Basketball’s Final Undefeated Team, Deserves Your Attention

Five takeaways from the first Saturday of 2024, including the unblemished Cougars standing alone after losses by James Madison and Ole Miss.

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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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McCreary County judge-executive says number of dead dogs dumped lower than claimed

The judge-executive of the southern Kentucky county where dead dogs were found dumped in the Daniel Boone National Forest said he’s talked to state police about the investigation. McCreary Judge-Executive Jimmie Greene said he also spoke with the owner of the Animal Protection League of McCreary County, which runs the…

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Two eastern Kentucky lawmakers weigh in on legislative priorities

As lawmakers from across the Commonwealth gather in Frankfort for the opening week of the 2024 General Assembly session, they all have key issues reflected in their districts.

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Ex-Kentucky clerk who refused to issue same-sex marriage licenses must pay $260,000

The federal judge's ruling on Kim Davis is in addition to $100,000 in damages a jury said the former Rowan County clerk should pay the couple who sued.

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Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear calls for unity in GOP-leaning Kentucky to uplift economy, education

Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear has reached across the partisan divide to urge a cohesive effort with Republican lawmakers to uplift Kentucky's economy, education and health care

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Kentucky lawmakers receive some suggestions on civility as part of ethics training

A required ethics training session for all state lawmakers is a part of the first week’s agenda in Frankfort. This week senators and representatives got suggestions regarding civility along with the talk on ethics.

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