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Andy Beshear · Frankfort

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear’s PAC Rakes in $4M in 2025, as He Eyes Presidential Run

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Gov. Andy Beshear during his inauguration on Tuesday, December 12, 2023. (J. Tyler Franklin / LPM)The super PAC of Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear raised $4.3 million in 2025, as the term-limited Democrat considers a political future beyond the state borders.After raising $1.4 million in the first half of the year, In This Together PAC reported in its new federal filings with the FEC and IRS that it raised more than double that total in the second ha…See the Story

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Kentucky Black lawmakers’ program reflects on Black history and the need to still teach it

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The Kentucky Black Legislative Caucus holds an annual Black History Month program at the Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History in Frankfort. (Kentucky Lantern photo by McKenna Horsley)FRANKFORT — Speakers reflected on the past, looked to the future and urged courage in the present during the annual Black History Celebration presented by the Kentucky Black Legislative Caucus. Keynote speaker, educator and researcher Roger Cleveland encourag…Frankfort, Kentucky · Frankfort Read Article

Press release: KYFREE President Andrew McNeill's statement on Kentucky House Republican's budget proposal

“As a former Deputy State Budget Director who has seen ‘under the hood’ of how state government operates, I can assure taxpayers that trimming waste in government is not only achievable, but beneficial. Frankfort should practice the same spending discipline Kentucky’s taxpayers demonstrate every day. That means tightening the belt when necessary, protecting core services for our most vulnerable citizens, and maintaining healthy budget reserves s…Frankfort, Kentucky · Frankfort Read Article

EMTs push for reform amid insurance reimbursement crisis

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EMTs from across Kentucky are sounding the alarm about a growing crisis that could leave communities without ambulance services. The problem stems from insurance companies failing to adequately reimburse EMS agencies for their calls, forcing local taxpayers to shoulder the financial burden or local communities to stop ambulance services altogether.Emergency medical technicians brought their trucks and stretchers to the Capitol Annex on Tuesday u…Frankfort, Kentucky · Frankfort Read Article

Poll: Beshear Among Nation’s Most Popular Governors, Tops Democrats

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The Kentucky governor’s strong home-state numbers put him in the top tier nationally, per Morning Consult.Andy Beshear · Frankfort See the Story

East Ky. lawmakers file proposal aimed at lowering power bills - Mountain Top Media

Rep. Derek Lewis and Rep. Patrick Flannery FRANKFORT, Ky. — Two Eastern Kentucky lawmakers have filed legislation they say would lower electric bills for customers while making the region’s power supply more reliable. House Bill 535, called the “Eastern Kentucky Energy Savings Act,” was filed by state Reps. Patrick Flannery, of Olive Hill, and Derek Lewis, of London. The proposal focuses on reducing rate increases for consumers and encouraging p…Frankfort, Kentucky · Frankfort Read Article

Kentucky United We Learn Council discusses high school transformation, council’s next steps during convening

Kentucky Department of Education Regional Innovation Specialist Jennifer Young, center, participates in a brainstorming exercise at the Kentucky United We Learn Council’s Jan. 23 meeting. Photo by Myles Young, Kentucky Department of Education, Jan.Frankfort, Kentucky · Frankfort Read Article

AUDIO: Rep. Steve Riley discusses several Kentucky bills he cosponsored

STAFF REPORT Glasgow News 1 As Kentucky lawmakers continue their session in Frankfort, House Bill 246 — also known as Kyan’s Law — would require animal control officers to receive training on recognizing child abuse. This bill is in honor of a 10-year-old killed by his mother in 2021. Animal Control officers were at the home 24 times in the 18 months leading up to his death. Representative Steve Riley, who represents Barren County and the 23rd …Law · Frankfort Read Article

5 Bourbon Mistakes You're Making (And How to Fix Them)

I was given a Glencairn glass at a Buffalo Trace tasting, showing that this glass is not just for Scotch. Photo: Beth Squires / The Whiskey Wash There’s a reason bourbon is commanding attention from seasoned Scotch drinkers and cocktail newcomers alike. Once seen as America’s everyday whiskey, it’s now a global player, gaining considerable popularity in India, and seeing a larger presence in the UK. Bourbon has sweetness, higher proof, and bold…Frankfort, Kentucky · Frankfort Read Article

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Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear’s PAC Rakes in $4M in 2025, as He Eyes Presidential Run

Poll: Beshear Among Nation’s Most Popular Governors, Tops Democrats

Week three of the 2026 Regular Session

KBE seeking applicants for KHSAA Board of Control at-large position

‘Freedom’ versus public health: Kentucky House passes cigar bar bill

Kentucky Black lawmakers’ program reflects on Black history and the need to still teach it

Press release: KYFREE President Andrew McNeill's statement on Kentucky House Republican's budget proposal

EMTs push for reform amid insurance reimbursement crisis

Poll: Beshear Among Nation’s Most Popular Governors, Tops Democrats

East Ky. lawmakers file proposal aimed at lowering power bills - Mountain Top Media

Kentucky United We Learn Council discusses high school transformation, council’s next steps during convening

AUDIO: Rep. Steve Riley discusses several Kentucky bills he cosponsored

5 Bourbon Mistakes You're Making (And How to Fix Them)

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KBE seeking applicants for KHSAA Board of Control at-large position

‘Freedom’ versus public health: Kentucky House passes cigar bar bill

Kentucky Black lawmakers’ program reflects on Black history and the need to still teach it

Press release: KYFREE President Andrew McNeill's statement on Kentucky House Republican's budget proposal

EMTs push for reform amid insurance reimbursement crisis

Poll: Beshear Among Nation’s Most Popular Governors, Tops Democrats

East Ky. lawmakers file proposal aimed at lowering power bills - Mountain Top Media

Kentucky United We Learn Council discusses high school transformation, council’s next steps during convening

AUDIO: Rep. Steve Riley discusses several Kentucky bills he cosponsored

5 Bourbon Mistakes You're Making (And How to Fix Them)

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