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Governor Beshear signs bill improving access to healthcare and expand resources for hospitals in Ken

Governor Beshear signs House Bill 75.

WEKU · Mar 21, 2023

Jury duty bill one of many still up for consideration by Kentucky General Assembly

There are a number of bills still in limbo as lawmakers break away from Frankfort during the governor’s veto period. One of those is House Bill 338, which allows Kentuckians 70 and older to be exempt from jury duty.

WEKU · Mar 21, 2023

Mayor sites increased revenues from Breeder's Cup, lower youth violence in address to Lexington Rota

Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton brought glad tidings to the city’s Rotary Club luncheon Thursday.

WEKU · Mar 20, 2023

Reaction to legislative action on trans healthcare for minors

An emotionally charged debate on issues related to transsexuality occurred Thursday in Frankfort. Both the House and Senate approved legislation banning certain gender-affirming medical care for minors

WEKU · Mar 17, 2023

Ten-year campaign to legalize medical marijuana in Kentucky gets Senate backing

Kentucky appears to be on the verge of joining 37 other states with medical cannabis legalization. It’s been a decade-long campaign for proponents.

WEKU · Mar 17, 2023

Religious expression bill in public schools heads to the governor's desk

The Kentucky General Assembly has given final passage to a measure allowing religious expression in school. The bill states teachers, coaches, and other staff may engage in private religious expression outside the scope of duties.

WEKU · Mar 17, 2023

Anti-hazing measure passes both Kentucky legislative chambers

Anti-hazing legislation has now cleared both houses of the Kentucky General Assembly. The tragic alcohol-related death of a western Kentucky teenager was a significant part of legislative consideration.

WEKU · Mar 16, 2023

Today's Interview: Lexington officials talk solar energy

An interview with Jada Griggs, Lexington's senior program manager for sustainability

WEKU · Mar 16, 2023

Lexington's effort to bolster its police ranks getting support in Frankfort

The Lexington police department could expand its ranks under a bill making its way through the State Legislature. One step from final passage, it would allow the Division of Police to rehire retired officers for short, designated terms.

WEKU · Mar 16, 2023

University of Kentucky conducting study to help prevent child abuse

The UK Center for Research on Violence Against Women is launching a new multimedia campaign.

WEKU · Mar 16, 2023