Government

The new commissioner for the state’s Department of Juvenile Justice warned lawmakers Wednesday that an influx of youth sent to juvenile detention facilities could burden an already overtaxed system.

Appointments were announced to the museum, Hopkinsville Electric, convention center and the police and fire pension boards.

The plan includes a pedestrian bridge over Eagle Way bypass and hinges on the federal grant covering 80% of the construction cost.

FRAC’s Salaam Bhatti makes the case for expanding the nation’s largest nutrition program as Republican leaders of the House Agriculture Committee call for deep SNAP cuts through the Farm Bill.

The funding will go toward 11 construction projects, including plans for 76 units in Christian County.

During his remarks, McConnell likened today’s international challenges to the period before World War II. 

Researchers in the lab will work to develop products and components for the U.S. Department of Defense, as well as civilian use.

The commission has broad oversight over gambling in Kentucky, including betting on horse races, sports wagering and equine safety and medications.

Both Democratic and Republican lawmakers have tried and failed to pass bills on both of these issues. 

The number of early voters has increased every year since being introduced in 2020.

President Joe Biden’s EV tariffs might defy historical precedent and succeed where other tariffs failed, for a few key reasons.

The apology followed criticism of Keel for his treatment of Boggess during budget discussions earlier in the month.