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Beshear: 4 dead in Kentucky following lethal Memorial Day weekend storms

by Derek Operle
May 27, 2024

The deaths include a 67-year-old woman in Mercer County, 62-year-old woman in Hardin County, 48-year-old woman in Hopkins County and a 34-year-old man in Jefferson County.

Utility crews work to restore power following severe storms in Hopkinsville, Christian County

by Jennifer P. Brown
May 26, 2024

Downed trees and broken utility poles were reported in several areas of the city and county.

Update: Hopkinsville’s Memorial Day service canceled

by Hoptown Chronicle
May 26, 2024

Fort Campbell’s deputy commanding general of operations was supposed to speak at the event.

As Memorial Day arrives, bill unveiled in Congress to assist Purple Heart recipients

by Ashley Murray
May 26, 2024

The legislation, titled the Purple Heart Veterans Education Act, would permit retroactive award recipients who served on or after Sept. 11, 2001, to transfer their education benefits to one or more dependents.

Beshear names Kerry Harvey, former justice secretary, to Kentucky Horse Racing Commission

by Liam Niemeyer
May 24, 2024

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

Kentucky Secretary of State says primary turnout bolstered by early voting, despite calls by some for repeal

by Lisa Autry
May 23, 2024

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

History says tariffs rarely work, but Biden’s 100% tariffs on Chinese EVs could defy the trend

by Tinglong Dai
May 23, 2024

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

Councilman Steve Keel apologizes to Downtown Renaissance Director Holly Boggess for disrespectful treatment

by Jennifer P. Brown
May 23, 2024

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

Kentucky presidential, congressional returns

by Kentucky Lantern
May 22, 2024

Trump took 85% of the GOP vote. Democrats give Biden 71%, while 18% were uncommitted.

More military veterans and active duty service members are dying by suicide than in battle – understanding why can help with prevention

by April Smith
May 22, 2024

Fostering a culture of support in the military could help build connection among service members.

Bernheim Forest appeals to Kentucky Supreme Court to stop pipeline in conservation easement

by Liam Niemeyer
May 22, 2024

Louisville Gas and Electric and Kentucky Utilities want to condemn land in the wildlife corridor that state funding helped buy.