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February 12, 2024

On this day in history, February 12, 1809, Abraham Lincoln is born in Kentucky

On this day in history, Feb. 12, 1809, Abraham Lincoln — America's 16th president — was born in Kentucky. He spent his childhood in the wilderness of 19th-century Indiana before becoming a politician.

February 10, 2024

Rand Paul: Kentucky so upset with McConnell over Ukraine and border, a top Democrat could win his seat

Kentucky Republican Sen. Rand Paul, said in response to a question about his colleague Mitch McConnell, that the leader would lose his seat if a snap election were held.

February 10, 2024

Mom of American in Bahamas sex attack says daughter texted, 'We've been raped'

The mom of one of the women allegedly raped at a Bahamas resort "knew something was wrong" with the women. Then she got a text that said, "We've been raped."

February 9, 2024

Kentucky House unanimously passes bill requiring disclosure of teacher sexual misconduct allegations

The Kentucky House passed a bill that would make it easier for school administrators to know when a job applicant in their district has been accused of misconduct elsewhere.

February 9, 2024

Bahamas resort refutes American cruise ship passengers' sex attack warning

A resort in the Bahamas, where two Kentucky women allege they were drugged and sexually assaulted, said its security cameras "conflict" with the survivors' allegations.

February 8, 2024

Kentucky moms survive Bahamas drugging, sexual assaults after cruise stops at resort: report

Two Kentucky moms, who set out to enjoy a long weekend in the Bahamas without the kids, were allegedly sexually assaulted after being given drug-laced cocktails

February 7, 2024

Kentucky lawmakers break bread with the homeless while weighing public camping ban in state legislature

Kentucky legislators shared a lunch of fried chicken Wednesday with numerous homeless people in the midst of passing a criminal justice measure that would make public camping unlawful.

February 6, 2024

Kentucky leaders toast to record-breaking growth in the Bourbon industry

Kentucky's bourbon industry is celebrating a record-breaking year of growth, with Governor Andy Beshear celebrating the $9B windfall Tuesday at the state capitol.

February 5, 2024

Kentucky appropriation meant to cover local matches for federal grants could spin off huge returns

Kentucky lawmakers have proposed a measure that will assist local communities in putting together funds to qualify for federal assistance for projects.

February 2, 2024

Kentucky House delivers $1.3B education funding increase but omits universal pre-K

Kentucky Republicans have passed a budget with large increases to education spending, but Democrats wanted to see guaranteed teacher raises and universal pre-K as part of the package.