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Kentucky marks four years since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic on March 6th

Kentuckians will gather in Frankfort to remember those who were lost during the COVID-19 pandemic.

WEKU

Five killed in plane crash on side of Nashville interstate

Victims yet to be named after single-engine aircraft from Kentucky crashes near highway on Monday evening

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Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month continues to carry a screening emphasis in Kentucky

Kentucky leads the nation in the incidence rate of colorectal cancer and is fourth in the mortality rate for this disease. Major gains though have been made in screening for this cancer, from 49th to now 15th nationally.

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University of Kentucky, Beam Suntory continue Beam Institute partnership

A $7.5 million investment from alcohol company Beam Suntory is going towards supporting the University of Kentucky’s James B. Beam Institute.

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COVID, strep throat and flu cases lead to three days off for Williamsburg students, staff

Williamsburg, in Whitley County, has an independent school district. That’s not uncommon in Kentucky. What is unusual is that their 850 students, from preschool to high school, all attend classes in one building – making it easier to spread COVID, the flu and strep throat.

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Kentuckians to commemorate 60th anniversary of Civil Rights march in Frankfort

March 5th marks the 60th anniversary of an event known as the March on Frankfort

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Gas stations and EV charging stations the focus of legislation in Frankfort

Providing fuel to power Kentucky vehicles in the future is the subject of legislation in the General Assembly. GOP Monticello Representative Ken Upchurch is the sponsor of HB 581. He told committee members last week it would, quote, “ensure statewide consistency in an already highly regulated industry."

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Kentucky military kids reflect on their worldwide experiences

Lawmakers in Frankfort welcome guests formally during daily sessions. It’s a common activity. One day last week children of military members were recognized.

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Dramatic Bridge Rescue In Kentucky

Dramatic rescue unfolds as firefighters save trapped driver dangling off Kentucky bridge over Ohio River.

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Local Roots, Global Expertise: The Story Of Kentucky Event Company

Ensuring a stress-free experience for everyone involved is the forte of Kentucky Event Company, formerly known as Lexington Event Company.

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Year-long effort at reaching consensus on annexation measure culminates in Frankfort

Many Kentucky cities have been expanding their boundaries in one form or another ever since municipalities popped up in the Commonwealth. In some parts of Kentucky, where significant growth is occurring, it’s become more of a sticking point.

WEKU

Kentucky receives more than $74 million to help clean up historic mine sites

The money comes from the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

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Best photos from the top DL, edge rusher, and LB performances at 2024 NFL Combine

We're looking at the top photos from the edge rusher, linebacker, and defensive line performances at the 2024 NFL Combine

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Promoted as visionary research legislation, it comes out of the Kentucky State Senate

Regarded as a top priority in the Kentucky Senate, SB 1 is on its way to the State House. The measure, championed by Senate President Robert Stivers establishes an endowed research fund.

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Legislation aims to require corporate social media to do more to protect Kentucky minors from preda

State lawmakers are considering ways to require social media companies and digital service providers to better protect minors from online predators.

WEKU

Fiscal report says Safer Kentucky Act would cost state more than $1 billion over next decade

A new report from the Kentucky Center for Economic Policy says the proposed House Bill 5, also known as the Safer Kentucky Act, would cost the state more than $1 billion over the next ten years.

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Second-highest number of incumbents in contested state legislative primaries in Kentucky since 2014

Twenty-six Kentucky state legislative incumbents face primary challenges this year, representing 26% of all incumbents running for re-election. This is the second-highest number and percentage of contested incumbents since 2014.

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Mitch McConnell to step down as head of Republicans in US Senate

The 82-year-old Kentucky lawmaker has been in the position for 17 years, the longest-serving Senate leader in history.

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Mitch McConnell’s time in the Senate will be remembered as sad and cynical

He was once a moderate. As his party moved right, so did he – presiding over an ever-more partisan, acrimonious Senate

The Guardian - US

Mitch McConnell to step down as Republican leader in US Senate

Kentucky senator, 82 and the longest-serving Senate leader in history, will step aside as minority leader at end of this year

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Kentucky’s Reed Sheppard Announces NIL Deal With Racehorse as Season Enters Home Stretch

You will never read a more Kentuckian story.

WEKU

Kentucky School bus camera bill aimed at catching passing motorists

Putting cameras outside Kentucky school buses is found in a bill moving in the State House. This latest version doesn’t call for a local mandate as contained in a bill two years ago.

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Kentucky Youth Advocates respond to the Horizon Act

A bill promoting quality childcare in the state passed the first step to becoming law.

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Couple Finds Lost Lottery Ticket, Wins ,000 After Months

Kentucky couple and Nebraska man find luck with lost lottery tickets, winning ,000 and ,000 prizes respectively.

WEKU

Teacher Red Tape Reduction Bill pending in the Kentucky House

Kentucky legislators are being asked to explore ways to reduce paperwork requirements for teachers. It comes in the form of a resolution before lawmakers.

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