The first week of the 2026 Legislative Session is now complete, officially beginning the constitutionally required 60-day budget session for the Kentucky General Assembly. It’s an honor to continue …

Since adjourning the 2025 Regular Session, I have used this update to share our work to prepare for this session. Interim committees met and heard testimony, gathered information, and focused on how …

FRANKFORT, Ky. (Jan. 6, 2026) – In keeping with Team Kentucky’s commitment to prevent identity theft and deliver modern licensing services, Gov. Andy Beshear today announced that Kentuckians can …

State health officials announced on Dec. 30 that a Kenton County child died from influenza, marking the first pediatric flu death this season. “Our hearts are with the family during this …

CAMPBELLSVILLE, KY. (12/18/2025) When Sydney Newton '16 joined fellow Taylor County High School teachers, staff members and students on Tuesday, Dec. 16, in the school's Citizens Bank Arena, she …

Natural trees donated to the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources “Christmas for the Fishes” tree recycling program can give a home to fish in many Kentucky lakes in the …

FRANKFORT – Federal and state authorities report a confirmed case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in a Jessamine County backyard poultry flock. Kentucky State Veterinarian Dr. Steve …

(LOUISVILLE, Ky.) – Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company are offering tips to help customers better manage energy use during winter months. Sub-freezing …

Elizabethtown, Ky. (December 6, 2025) – Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 4 brought holiday cheer to local families this week as troopers partnered with community organizations for the annual …

By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News Year two of the state’s Our Healthy Kentucky Home campaign will focus on the various programs and resources available to all Kentuckians that work …

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is intensifying its fight against the deadly threat of synthetic opioids with the launch of Fentanyl Free America; a comprehensive …

GOLDEN ALERT From LaRue County Emergency Management Director Mike Cottrell: A  Golden Alert has been issued for Carl Lawler, 74 year old male, last seen at his residence in LaRue …

  (FRANKFORT, KY) – Nominations for the 2027 Kentucky Teacher of the Year awards are open and will close on Jan. 2, 2026. Presented by the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), …

FRANKFORT, Ky. (Dec. 2, 2025) – Gov. Andy Beshear joined Transportation Cabinet officials and state police today to provide an update on response efforts following Kentucky’s first …

    The Center for Rural Development is accepting applications for the 2026 Rogers Scholars and Rogers Explorers summer youth leadership programs . Students may apply online at …

Kentucky State Police Post 15 will be conducting periodic traffic safety checkpoints in the Post 15 area, which includes Green, Taylor, Marion, Washington, Russell, Casey, Adair, Metcalfe, Monroe, …

FRANKFORT, Ky. (Nov. 26, 2025) – As holiday shopping begins, the Kentucky State Police (KSP) encourages Kentuckians to give a gift that goes beyond the season. The agency’s annual Trooper …

FRANKFORT, Ky., Nov. 26 , 2025 – With Black Friday approaching, the Administrative Office of the Courts and the Kentucky Retail Federation are teaming up to warn shoppers about gift card scams. …

FRANKFORT–   Kentucky student-athletes who are involved in agriculture are invited to apply for one of six scholarships and recognition as a 2026 Kentucky Ag Athlete of the Year. …

  (FRANKFORT, KY) – The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) publicly released assessment and accountability data for the 2024-2025 school year on Nov. 19, as required by state …

Team Kentucky is combating hunger in local communities through statewide food drive Nov. 19 – Dec. 5. FRANKFORT, Ky. (Nov. 19, 2025) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear and the Kentucky State …

Five-day blood drive motivates rival fan bases to strengthen the blood supply LEXINGTON, Ky. – Giving blood to Kentucky Blood Center saves local lives throughout the year, but Kentucky …

FRANKFORT, Ky. (Nov. 12, 2025) –   A griculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell encourages college students seeking a career in agriculture or government to apply for positions in the Kentucky …

The National Collection dates for Samaritan Purse's Operation Christmas Child are November 17-24, 2025.   Once again, the Columbia First Church of the Nazarene will serve as the …

As the federal government shutdown drags into its sixth week, the Trump administration announced it would make partial payments this month to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program participants; …