Regional & State

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

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.

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

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

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 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.

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. 

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.

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

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."

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.

"The Reckoning: Facing the Legacy of Slavery" traces the history and lasting impact of slavery and Jim Crow oppression in Kentucky, exploring many of the issues that have exploded into public consciousness throughout the country in 2020.