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Walmart has pulled guns and ammunition from store shelves, citing worries that civil unrest could prompt looting and theft of the merchandise. The items are still for sale, but customers must request them.

Two Louisville state representatives — a Republican and a Democrat — proposed the bill that would apply to men and women after the birth or adoption of a baby.

Recommendations include allowing employees to work from home when possible, discontinuing all events and gatherings, and avoiding in-person service at restaurants or bars, among other requests.

The poll found that 45% said President Trump's comments about masks and social distancing had made them less favorable toward him, while 24% said they had improved their favor for him.

Three local voters who cast absentee ballots explain why they want early voting options to continue in future elections.

In this general election, 5,140 Christian County voters requested an absentee ballot. As of Wednesday, more than 3,000 had been returned to the county clerk's office.

McGrath says that McConnell is to blame for Congress’ inaction. McConnell says Democrats are asking for too much and partly blames the election.

A leaked report on postal performance showed that "on-time" first-class mail delivery was down about 8 percent since DeJoy's appointment, on-time delivery of periodicals (including rural newspapers) was down 9.57%, and internal processing time was down 6.49%.

In Western Kentucky, President Trump leads Joe Biden 65% to 30%, according to a poll of 625 Kentucky voters taken Oct. 12 to 15.

The Trump administration's proposed change would likely disproportionately affect rural residents, who are more likely to rely on SNAP benefits.

The agreement, which requires the Postal Service to prioritize election mail, applies to all states.

The Kentucky Court of Appeals vacancy, created by Shea Nickell's election to the state Supreme Court, will be filed by either Chris McNeill or Jenny Hines following the general election.