State Government

Dossett also ran for the state house seat in 2020 and lost to Republican Walker Thomas. She carried Christian County by a small margin but lost the district 7,292 to 6,012 votes.

A conservative dark money group is influencing public welfare laws in Kentucky, and advocates say it could have a detrimental impact on access to benefits for the state’s most vulnerable residents.

A draft opinion published Monday night by Politico would strike down the decision that has guaranteed the right to an abortion until a fetus can live outside the womb.

The Democratic governor, who is seeking re-election next year, said his move isn't political.

The bill as been called "one of the most restrictive in the nation."

The Republican-led legislature is expected to override the governor's vetoes on the final two days of the legislative session.

if the governor doesn’t sign or veto bills by April 13, they will automatically become law without his signature.

The legislation aims to provide more local control over the recreation area.

The bill waives missed days between Dec. 13, 2021 and Jan. 14, 2022.

The measure was scaled back this week after pushback from advocates and Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear’s administration.

The Kentucky League of Cities opposed the bill, saying it violates the home-rule powers of local governments.