The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported in April that emergency department visits for tick bites were higher than expected across much of the United States.
Laws going into effect July 15 will change policing, further regulate gambling, change civil liability, create a framework for psychedelic medical trials and more.
By issuing only vague statements about his situation, McConnell left a vacuum filled by speculation, suspicion, conspiracy theories and outright falsehoods that erode confidence in the political system, writes political columnist Al Cross.
Utilities sought more than $18 billion in rate increases nationwide during the first half of 2026, potentially raising gas and electric bills for millions of customers already struggling with energy costs.
Several Kentucky politicians have confirmed they will speak at the Aug. 1 Fancy Farm Picnic, including U.S. Senate rivals Andy Barr and Charles Booker.
Hopkinsville resident Ricky Hunt told Kentucky lawmakers that buying medical cannabis in-state has brought steep price increases since patients lost protection for out-of-state purchases. Pembroke Rep. Myron Dossett warned the higher costs could push some patients toward illegal options.
