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Kentucky Democratic lawmaker stripped of committee assignments amid investigation

by Sylvia Goodman
August 18, 2024

Democratic Rep. Daniel Grossberg has been removed from all of his interim committee assignments. The attorney for Rep. Daniel Grossberg says one investigation into alleged misconduct toward women has been closed with no impropriety found.

Kentucky Supreme Court weighing whether agencies can withhold records during active cases

by Hannah Saad
August 15, 2024

The case involves records requested by the Louisville Courier-Journal relating to a July 2020 high-speed pursuit.

Beshear says VP speculation put a positive national spotlight on Kentucky

by McKenna Horsley
August 14, 2024

The governor stressed he’s focused on the remainder of his term, saying "Kentucky is a part of my DNA."

Kentucky’s housing shortages receive legislative scrutiny

by Liam Niemeyer
August 14, 2024

Denser housing and modifications to regulations are seen as part of the potential solution.

Hopkinsville-Christian County Public Library slates book sale

by Hoptown Chronicle
August 14, 2024

Buyers can get a bagful of books for $5 at the three-day sale beginning Thursday, Aug. 15.

At its core, life is all about play − just look at the animal kingdom

by David Toomey
August 13, 2024

Animals begin a play session with no plan of when to end it.

Kentucky prosecutor says new law banning child sex dolls could strengthen future criminal cases

by McKenna Horsley
August 13, 2024

Attorney General Russell Coleman recently highlighted new resources from his office to prevent child exploitation across the commonwealth.

South Virginia Street temporary closure planned

by Hoptown Chronicle
August 13, 2024

The closure, for sewer repairs, is set to begin at 7 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 19, and ends the next morning from 15th to 17th streets.

Hopkinsville’s Human Rights Commission is accepting nominations for 2024 awards

by Jennifer P. Brown
August 12, 2024

The Hal and Bettye Thurmond Award and other honors will be presented at the 50th Unity Breakfast on Oct. 24.

Micah Mission Center sets day to give free haircuts

by Hoptown Chronicle
August 12, 2024

Six barbers have agreed to cut hair the morning of Aug. 24 at the South Main Street ministry center.

State lawmakers eye promise, pitfalls of AI ahead of November elections

by Kevin Hardy
August 12, 2024

At a Louisville gathering of lawmakers from across the U.S. — including Kentucky state Sen. Whitney Westerfield — concerns were raised about deep fakes and misinformation via AI.

Western Kentucky hears dueling narratives over ‘school choice’ amendment

by Sylvia Goodman
August 11, 2024

A controversial amendment to alter the Kentucky Constitution is on the ballot in November. Amendment 2 would allow the state legislature to use public funds on education outside of public schools.