Regional & State Archives

Ky. House Republicans propose sweeping public safety bill, including three-strikes law

by Sylvia Goodman
September 27, 2023

In the “Safer Kentucky Act,” Republican legislators proposed 18 measures that would increase penalties for existing crimes, place restrictions on nonprofit bail funds and ban on “street camping” and homeless encampments in public areas.

McConnell: Government shutdowns create unnecessary hardships for millions

by Northern Kentucky Tribune
September 27, 2023

Sen. Mitch McConnell on Sunday referenced the 46,000 servicemembers and 22,000 civilian workers in Kentucky who earn federal government paychecks.

Active-duty military would work without pay in shutdown, White House warns

by Ashley Murray
September 26, 2023

Kentucky has 34,600 service members who would be affected.

Fall is here because that’s the way the Earth spins

by Tom Latek
September 24, 2023

Saturday, Sept. 23, was the Autumnal Equinox when day and night at the Equator are each 12 hours long.

‘We ought to fix:’ Kentucky crime victims aren’t getting automatic court notifications

by Sarah Ladd
September 21, 2023

VINE still notifies victims when their assailant is released from custody or a protective order is served but has not sent notices of court dates since 2021.