The Latest Breaking News from Kentucky

Springtime in Kentucky could mean COVID booster time as well

This springtime might just be the best time for many Kentuckians to consider getting another COVID booster shot. Kentucky Public Health Commissioner Dr. Stephen Stack said a newly developed booster is anticipated this fall.

WEKU · Apr 17, 2024

Kentucky's students are falling behind on literacy

One third of Kentucky students are reading at grade level proficiency.

WEKU · Apr 17, 2024

Johnson's leadership is under threat in the House over foreign aid bills

Kentucky Republican Thomas Massie said he would vote to oust Mike Johnson as House speaker if it came to the floor. He told Johnson in a closed-door meeting that he should resign.

WEKU · Apr 16, 2024

Day 60, the final day of the Kentucky General Assembly, could still produce memorable votes

Members of the Kentucky House and Senate gather for the final day of the 2024 General Assembly Session today. There are issues that might be characterized as “in limbo.”

WEKU · Apr 15, 2024

At least one of Governor Beshear's vetoes will not be overridden by Kentucky state legislators

Both Houses of the Kentucky Legislature are taking action to override many vetoes offered by Governor Beshear. That was anticipated. Possibly what wasn’t expected was the GOP led Senate and House deciding not to override the veto on HB 8.

WEKU · Apr 12, 2024

Kentucky’s first utility wind turbine running in Mercer County

It’s being used to research the effectiveness of wind energy in the Commonwealth. The utility finished construction at the end of February, and tested it through March.

WEKU · Apr 12, 2024

State support for early education childcare centers in Kentucky remains a topic of debate

How to support early childhood care has been a debated question in Frankfort. It’s a topic that will certainly remain on the agenda in future legislative sessions.

WEKU · Apr 12, 2024

A Central Kentucky farm is home to sculptures from across the world

Sam Dick visited a Franklin County farm featuring artistic sculptures from across the globe

WEKU · Apr 12, 2024

Kentucky CPE president keeping tabs on last two legislative days

Days 59 and 60 in a Kentucky General Assembly session are typically set aside to consider vetoes offered by the governor. But, other legislative questions can also be answered on the final two days.

WEKU · Apr 11, 2024

States Keep Passing Unconstitutional Age-Verification Laws for Porn Sites

Kentucky's governor signed a law last week that could require porn sites to ask for users' government IDs before allowing access to adult material.

Reason · Apr 11, 2024