Kentucky Politics

Kentucky law is supposed to insulate the state’s education commissioner and board from politics. But the position has become a political battleground in recent years as governors and lawmakers fight over control.

State and local officials dedicate a historic marker and mural to honor Tuskegee Airmen

Governor Beshear brings millions of dollars to Madison County

The City of Lexington is working to identify and celebrate African American communities established in the 19th century, many by freed slaves.

A central Kentucky financial advisor doesn’t anticipate two U.S. bank failures will signal concerns among area banks in the Commonwealth.

Some changes are planned for Lexington’s Community and Resident Services program. Lexington Council members got briefed this week.

Last week lawmakers finished the business-end of this year’s session—28 out of the 30 constitutionally required working days have passed—and now Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear is considering vetoing or signing bills. Here’s a look at where we are at this point during the legislative session.

The Kentucky General Assembly recently approved a bill requiring a special election any time a seat on Louisville Metro Council becomes vacant.

In 1961, Congress designated the third week of March as National Poison Prevention Week. Area agencies are spreading the word about the danger of household items and drugs, prescription or otherwise, to young children.

An unvaccinated Jessamine County resident who tested positive for measles after attending last month’s revival at Asbury University has some wondering which vaccinations are required for Kentucky public school students.