Business & Economic Development

Eastern Kentucky is full of isolated, rural towns that have experienced decline alongside the coal industry. But some who want to stick around are trying to reverse that by revitalizing the region's downtown spaces.

GE Appliances says it has awarded more than $150 million in new contracts to U.S. suppliers as a result of its decision to shift production from China to Kentucky.

Frederic Bernard is the Belgian ambassador to the United States. He came to Kentucky to meet with Gov. Andy Beshear, as well as business leaders, in hopes of strengthening ties between Belgium and Kentucky.

The Kentucky Public Service Commission set rates and terms for future data center customers of East Kentucky Power Cooperative, which serves 89 counties.

Louisville leaders are trying to figure out what kind of restrictions to place on hyperscale data centers. Some residents don’t want them at all.

The expansion is set to open in fall 2026 and will increase the museum's capacity for vehicle preservation, small artifact conservation, and long-term storage.

The United Football League is changing three cities, adding Louisville, Orlando and Columbus, Ohio, to its list.

Workers at BlueOval SK are suing the Kentucky employer alleging they have not received overtime pay.

President Trump said he will put import taxes of 100% on pharmaceutical drugs, 50% on kitchen cabinets and bathroom vanities, 30% on upholstered furniture and 25% on heavy trucks starting on Oct. 1.

With NPR adapting to new funding realities, host Ayesha Rascoe highlights how local stations and listeners are central to keeping public radio strong.