Tom Latek

Tom Latek has been the Frankfort correspondent for Kentucky Today, the online news website of the Kentucky Baptist Convention, since 2016. Previously, he covered news for radio and television stations in Frankfort, Lexington, and Louisville. 

The most severe storms are expected Wednesday afternoon and evening.
By Tom Latek
severe weather map
In Kentucky, only a simple majority of both the House and Senate is needed to override a veto from the governor.
By Tom Latek
Roberts Stivers signing document
The bill's sponsor, Rep. Steven Doan, R-Erlanger, cites public health concerns and the lack of early morning light when clocks switch to DST.
By Tom Latek
State Rep. Steven Doan, R-Erlanger. (Kentucky Legislative Research Commission photo)
Rep. Jason Petrie, R-Elkton, who chairs House Appropriations and Revenue, said the plan invests taxpayer resources with the goal of getting a return on each investment that will further benefit Kentuckians.
By Tom Latek
kentucky capitol
Kentucky is a closed primary state, so you can only cast your vote for candidates who are in the party with which you are affiliated.
By Tom Latek
Two women leave the Christian County Courthouse where voters were casting ballots Tuesday afternoon in the 2023 general election. (Hoptown Chronicle photo by Jennifer P. Brown)
Gov. Andy Beshear encouraged local governments and other eligible entities to start preparing now for a new application period, expected to open in the spring.
By Tom Latek
ev charging station
The geophysical data will help to shed light on potential natural hazards in the region.
By Tom Latek
survey airplane
The top five spenders were Kentucky Merchants and Amusement Coalition, Kentuckians Against Illegal Gambling, Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, Kentucky Hospital Association and American Civil Liberties Union of Kentucky.
By Tom Latek
kentucky capitol
Saturday, Sept. 23, was the Autumnal Equinox when day and night at the Equator are each 12 hours long.
By Tom Latek
fall leaves feature
Raising Hope, a group supporting healthy lives on Kentucky farms, sponsored the Farmer Appreciation and Award Day.
By Tom Latek
Farm machinery was part of the scene Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2023, at the Kentucky State Capitol for Farmer Appreciation and Award Day. (Kentucky Today photo by Tom Latek)
Chief Justice Laurance B. VanMeter's eight-year term ends in 2024.
By Tom Latek
Laurance B. VanMeter will not seek re-election when his eight-year term ends in 2024, the chief justice announced on Tuesday, Sept. 12 2023. (Photo from Kentucky Today)
Oak Grove Racing, Gaming and Hotel is among the 12 brick-and-mortar licensed retail facilities across Kentucky.
By Tom Latek
Gov. Andy Beshear outlined a budget proposal for law enforcement advances if he wins re-election in November. (Kentucky Today by Tom Latek)
The most severe storms are expected Wednesday afternoon and evening.
By Tom Latek
severe weather map
In Kentucky, only a simple majority of both the House and Senate is needed to override a veto from the governor.
By Tom Latek
Roberts Stivers signing document
The bill's sponsor, Rep. Steven Doan, R-Erlanger, cites public health concerns and the lack of early morning light when clocks switch to DST.
By Tom Latek
State Rep. Steven Doan, R-Erlanger. (Kentucky Legislative Research Commission photo)
Rep. Jason Petrie, R-Elkton, who chairs House Appropriations and Revenue, said the plan invests taxpayer resources with the goal of getting a return on each investment that will further benefit Kentuckians.
By Tom Latek
kentucky capitol
Kentucky is a closed primary state, so you can only cast your vote for candidates who are in the party with which you are affiliated.
By Tom Latek
Two women leave the Christian County Courthouse where voters were casting ballots Tuesday afternoon in the 2023 general election. (Hoptown Chronicle photo by Jennifer P. Brown)
Gov. Andy Beshear encouraged local governments and other eligible entities to start preparing now for a new application period, expected to open in the spring.
By Tom Latek
ev charging station
The geophysical data will help to shed light on potential natural hazards in the region.
By Tom Latek
survey airplane
The top five spenders were Kentucky Merchants and Amusement Coalition, Kentuckians Against Illegal Gambling, Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, Kentucky Hospital Association and American Civil Liberties Union of Kentucky.
By Tom Latek
kentucky capitol
Saturday, Sept. 23, was the Autumnal Equinox when day and night at the Equator are each 12 hours long.
By Tom Latek
fall leaves feature
Raising Hope, a group supporting healthy lives on Kentucky farms, sponsored the Farmer Appreciation and Award Day.
By Tom Latek
Farm machinery was part of the scene Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2023, at the Kentucky State Capitol for Farmer Appreciation and Award Day. (Kentucky Today photo by Tom Latek)
Chief Justice Laurance B. VanMeter's eight-year term ends in 2024.
By Tom Latek
Laurance B. VanMeter will not seek re-election when his eight-year term ends in 2024, the chief justice announced on Tuesday, Sept. 12 2023. (Photo from Kentucky Today)
Oak Grove Racing, Gaming and Hotel is among the 12 brick-and-mortar licensed retail facilities across Kentucky.
By Tom Latek
Gov. Andy Beshear outlined a budget proposal for law enforcement advances if he wins re-election in November. (Kentucky Today by Tom Latek)