State Government

Craft is the fifth Republican seeking the nomination to run against Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear in 2023.

The money can be used to help local governments, nonprofit or public utilities groups, state agencies or school districts.

The measure passed with just one “no” vote, from Boone County Republican Sen. John Schickel, who said he took issue with the speed that the bill passed.

Public defenders represent clients who can’t afford a private attorney, putting them on the front lines of where poverty and substance abuse meet the criminal justice system.

Beshear said the $213 million measure is a temporary reprieve. More assistance will likely come in January.

The Democratic governor said he has an agreement with leaders of the Republican-led legislature on a bill that would help address the crisis.

Oral arguments are scheduled to be heard on Nov. 15 — a week after voters may decide the issue.

Local governments and school districts will need help paying for cleaning and recovery, Gov. Andy Beshear said.

The measure is similar to a constitutional amendment that will appear on Kentucky's general election ballot in November.

The court granted Attorney General Daniel Cameron’s request to enforce Kentucky’s ban on abortion.