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Bill aimed at helping Kentucky’s underfunded water systems advances to Senate floor

House Bill 563 would establish two revolving funds for those water systems. One would more easily allow them to apply for loans to help with maintenance and upgrades. The other is an emergency fund that would help restore service after disasters.

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Congress approves funding for bypass road in Southern Kentucky

The Somerset Northern Bypass is part of a plan to create a four-lane highway through southern and eastern Kentucky, connecting the Hal Rogers and Cumberland Parkways.

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Kentucky voters to decide on amendment to prohibit noncitizen voting

Kentucky voters will decide on a constitutional amendment that would prohibit noncitizen voting in elections on Nov. 5, 2024.

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Kentucky voters to decide on amendment that would provide for state funding for non-public schools

In Kentucky, the legislature passed a constitutional amendment allowing laws to provide state funding for non-public education. The amendment will appear on the ballot for voters to decide on Nov. 5, 2024.

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Kentucky lawmakers working to finalize plan to build and repair roads and bridges

There are lots of issues still percolating around the Capitol grounds in Frankfort with the 2024 General Assembly session end in sight. A final state road plan is still in the works.

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Kentucky’s two legislative chambers are at odds on budget for medical cannabis program

Language proposed by the Kentucky Senate would set stipulations on unlocking funds for the state’s medial cannabis program.

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Fatal UTV Accident At Kentucky Off-Road Park

Tragic incident at Kentucky off-road park leads to man's death after UTV falls off cliff. Woman trapped in vehicle calls for help, sparking rescue efforts ...

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Multi-faceted math instruction bill moves to the Kentucky Senate floor

Kentucky lawmakers continue their examination of ways to better improve math instruction in the Commonwealth. The multi-faceted measure is now before the full Senate.

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Lawmakers from the Kentucky House and Senate begin to break down budget differences

22 members of the Kentucky House and Senate got budget negotiations underway Monday in the State Capitol Annex. They are working toward a compromise state budget.

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Kentucky Poet Laureate Silas House to deliver featured speech at Edward F. Prichard Lecture

Kentucky Poet Laureate and best-selling novelist Silas House will be the featured speaker Thursday at the University of Kentucky Libraries’ annual Edward F. Prichard Lecture.

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Voter roll maintenance legislation advances to the Kentucky Senate floor

Fisherville GOP Representative John Hodgson says gains are being made to clean up Kentucky’s voting rolls. Hodgson is sponsoring legislation that, among other things, aims to confirm the number of voters living at a particular address.

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March Madness: Forty Things to Watch in the 2024 NCAA Men’s Tournament

The teams, players, coaches and trends that will dominate a parity-filled Big Dance.

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CPE study of four-year school possibility moving in the Kentucky General Assembly

An examination of higher education access in southeastern Kentucky would come under review with the final passage of a Senate resolution. The call for a study is moving in the State Legislature.

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Kentucky Science and Engineering Fair to be hosted on EKU’s campus next weekend

The fair will be a showcase for Kentucky’s top middle school and high school projects.

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Men’s Bracket Watch: Kentucky, Tennessee Upsets Give Bubble Teams Hope

Texas A&M toppled the Wildcats, while Mississippi State took out the Volunteers, making things interesting for the SEC.

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The Fine Gardens of Jon Carloftis

Sam Dick traveled to Lexington to the special home of award-winning landscape designer Jon Carloftis

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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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Kentucky Senate panel rejects House-approved child labor law changes

A Kentucky Senate committee has rejected legislation aimed at modifying Kentucky’s child labor law. The measure would open the door to 16-and 17-year-olds working many more hours outside of school.

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Kentucky Senate supports call for study on universities' postbaccalaureate offerings

State lawmakers have been discussing the role of Kentucky’s higher education governing body tied to proposed post-graduate programs. The debate centered on the timing of establishing these new offerings.

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Educators are looking to help with pandemic related learning loss in Kentucky

Kentucky students are still recovering from learning loss related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Alcohol bill could mean a boost in Lexington liquor licensing

One of the measures being taken up in the Kentucky General Assembly could mean an increase in alcohol retailers in Lexington. The legislation affects five counties

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Kentucky Senate panel votes to move the Fish and Wildlife Resources Department

Reorganization bills are typically a part of any Kentucky legislative session. But one drawing emotional committee testimony involves moving the Fish and Wildlife Resources Department to the Department of Agriculture.

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Work program for Kentucky 12 and 13 year olds moves out of the Senate

The Kentucky Senate has acted to set in place framework for a work program involving 12 and 13-year-olds. GOP Bill Sponsor David Givens said these young people could earn money working with non-profits.

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Kentucky legislature discussing bill to aid childcare programs

Officials say childcare providers in Kentucky could be looking at a financial crisis later this year.

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