Regional & State Archives

Public is still shut out of Kentucky’s legislative process, says League of Women Voters

by McKenna Horsley
November 20, 2024

Senate Republican Floor Leader Damon Thayer’s surprise overhaul of gambling oversight was cited as an example of "insider tactics" that undermine democracy.

KY will cut income tax again, but local tax reform would be more daunting, legislative leaders say

by McKenna Horsley
November 18, 2024

GOP leaders said tax reform at the local level would be a tall order because it would require amending Kentucky’s Constitution.

KCTCS audit reveals no criminal wrongdoing, but need for greater financial controls

by Lisa Autry
November 18, 2024

The audit was the system's final step in addressing recommendations made last year by then-state Auditor Mike Harmon following a special examination.

Shelby County utility-scale battery plant expected to create over 1,500 jobs

by Liam Niemeyer
November 15, 2024

The plant is expected to create 1,572 jobs over 15 years, considered to be the largest economic development announcement in Shelby County’s history.

Kentucky lawmakers wrap up their first examination of artificial intelligence

by McKenna Horsley
November 14, 2024

A task force adopted 11 recommendations, including considering legislation to encourage responsible use of AI in elections.

Kentucky’s housing shortage: What next?

by Liam Niemeyer
November 12, 2024

Women will make up majority of Kentucky Supreme Court for first time

by McKenna Horsley
November 12, 2024

As of earlier this year, 17 states have female majorities on their supreme court benches, according to a recent report.

Study: Rural Kentucky renters 55% more likely to be evicted when facing judgment

by Zoe Lewis
November 12, 2024

Research shows that people in rural areas are 55% more likely to face a judgment of eviction once legal proceedings begin.

Early voting ‘made Election Day a lot smoother,’ says Adams, but too soon to talk expansion

by McKenna Horsley
November 10, 2024

First TNT manufacturer on American soil since 1980s to be built in Kentucky

by Derek Operle
November 10, 2024

Repkon USA — an aerospace and defense manufacturer — has a $435 million military contract to build and operate the first domestic source of the explosive chemical in Kentucky.

At board meeting in Murray, TVA approves power agreement for Elon Musk’s supercomputer in Memphis, Tenn.

by Hannah Saad
November 7, 2024

The approval comes despite concerns from Memphis area residents and environmental advocacy groups.

Military veterans are disproportionately affected by suicide, but targeted prevention can help reverse the tide

by Jordan Batchelor, Charles Max Katz and Taylor Cox
November 7, 2024

Mounting evidence shows that veterans need targeted suicide prevention services.