Regional & State Archives

State Rep. Savannah Maddox joins Republican field for governor in 2023

by Jennifer P. Brown
June 6, 2022

Regarded as one of Kentucky's most far-right legislators, Maddox is the fourth Republican to enter the 2023 gubernatorial race.

Al Cross: On guns, McConnell’s key concern is political risk

by Al Cross
June 6, 2022

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell asked a Texas senator to find a bipartisan response to the Uvalde school shooting but then lowered expectations, observes columnist Al Cross

Book about Western Kentucky politics earns history award

by Jennifer P. Brown
June 6, 2022

“The Fall of Kentucky’s Rock," by Muhlenberg County resident George Humphreys, earned a publication award from the Kentucky Historical Society.

A storied weekend

by Jennifer P. Brown
June 5, 2022

It was a great week to be a Kentuckian who loves journalism and history, writes Hoptown Chronicle editor Jennifer P. Brown.

Ky. Historical Society presents award of excellence to Hopkinsville museum

by Kevin Nance
June 4, 2022

Executive Director Alissa Keller accepted the Thomas C. Clark Award of Excellence in Frankfort.

Kentucky governor temporarily freezes state gas tax

by Corinne Boyer
June 4, 2022

Suspension of the gas tax will save an estimated $35 million for Kentucky families — or approximately $20 per household.

Tornado survivors invited to recovery resource fair in Madisonville this weekend

by Lily Burris
June 1, 2022

There will be a variety of groups there to help those impacted by the tornado with things such as housing, insurance and loans.

Quarles launches campaign for Kentucky governor

by Ryland Barton
June 1, 2022

Quarles announced his candidacy last month.

KET is launching a nightly news program with host Renee Shaw

by Jennifer P. Brown
June 1, 2022

Renee Shaw, director of public affairs for KET, will host the half-hour program Monday through Friday.

McConnell mostly mum on guns during Kentucky visit

by Ryland Barton
May 31, 2022

Speaking at a Maysville Rotary Club event, McConnell talked about Ukraine, inflation and the midterm elections. He only addressed gun legislation after reporters asked him to comment.

What SAFE Funds mean for tornado recovery in Kentucky and who can use them

by Lily Burris
May 31, 2022

The funding is available to local governments, nonprofit or public utilities groups, state agencies or school districts.

FDA chief: Baby formula shortage expected to continue through late July

by Melissa Patrick
May 29, 2022

Kentucky's out-of-stock rate for baby formula increased 20% from May 8 to May 15.