Regional & State Archives

McGrath, McConnell spar over coronavirus response in their only debate

by Ryland Barton
October 13, 2020

McConnell touted his role in helping advance the first coronavirus relief package in March, but McGrath blamed him for not passing a new coronavirus relief bill after the Democratic-led House advanced one in late May.

Watch: McConnell, McGrath face off in debate

by Jennifer P. Brown
October 12, 2020

It was likely their only appearance together before the Nov. 3 general election.

Study shows nutrition education for low-income people in Southeast states resulted in healthier diets and better budgeting

by Melissa Patrick
October 12, 2020

Residents with low incomes in eight states, including Kentucky, "consumed significantly greater amounts of fruits and vegetables, and improved several other shopping and nutrition-related behaviors" after they participated in the U.S. Department of Agriculture 's SNAP-Ed program.

Gov. Beshear and his family are in quarantine

by Jennifer P. Brown
October 11, 2020

The governor and his family were exposed to a state trooper who tested positive for COVID-19.

Third-highest number of cases in one day signal third straight record-breaking week for state

by Kentucky Health News
October 9, 2020

The seven-day average broke 900 on Sunday and has remained above it, peaking at 920 on Tuesday.

Being outdoors doesn’t mean you’re safe from the coronavirus

October 9, 2020

To get a sense of how easy it is to put yourself at risk outdoors, look at crowd photos from the White House Rose Garden event on Sept. 26.

Kentucky providing more help to child care providers

by Stu Johnson
October 8, 2020

Kentucky officials announced Wednesday the state will make one-time grants to licensed child care facilities and certified homes in an effort to keep the centers open.

Beshear to step up enforcement of mask mandate, says more would obey it if Trump wore one

by Melissa Patrick
October 6, 2020

The governor called on local health departments to fine bars and restaurants if they are not following the 50% capacity rules, instead of merely educating them about the rules and the reasons for them. He also noted that the state Labor Cabinet and Alcoholic Beverage Control agents could help enforce the rules.

Second biggest Sunday drives state’s 7-day average above 900 for the first time

by Al Cross
October 4, 2020

Deviating from his typical practice, Gov. Andy Beshear provided an update Sunday after the state "shattered" the previous weekly record, which was just set last week.

Kentucky has record number of cases in one day and one week

by Al Cross
October 3, 2020

The latest numbers continue a trend of escalation that began almost four weeks ago, shortly after the Labor Day weekend.

Kentucky exceeds 1,000 virus cases for sixth time in the pandemic

by Al Cross
October 2, 2020

Gov. Andy Beshear said the news that President Trump, first lady Melania Trump and some advisers had tested positive for the virus "shows you that anybody can get this."

Kentucky cases top 1,000 for 2nd day in a row; Beshear says it is a wake-up call

by Melissa Patrick
September 30, 2020

Citing reports of fewer masks being worn in supermarkets, putting critical front-line workers at risk, the governor asked retailers to not serve people who don't wear masks in their businesses.