Kentucky Edition

Sen. McConnell explains the reason for his lengthy hospital stay and comments on the death of his colleague from South Carolina, Rocky Adkins steps down from his role in the Beshear administration, a look at the lineup for this year's Fancy Farm picnic, and a Kentucky soft drink celebrates its centennial birthday. 

London Mayor Randall Weddle resigns, new calls for information regarding the health of Sen. McConnell, a town hall in Newport regarding Flock cameras, and how KSU is using aquaponics to support sustainability. 

Kentucky's Congressional and statehouse Democrats are pushing back on a proposed data center, a man at the center of a high-profile killing is being released from prison for a second time, how a program is benefiting rural communities in need of childcare, and tracking a parasite that's causing more illnesses than normal.

Gov. Beshear asks for more information on Sen. McConnell's health, McConnell's wife releases a statement about her trip to China days after her husband was hospitalized, candidates for Kentucky's Sixth Congressional District participate in their first candidate forum, and Kentucky launches a dashboard to track how counties and cities are using opioid settlement dollars.

Two more storm-related deaths are confirmed following last week's flooding, new details regarding Sen. McConnell, state lawmakers discuss NIL, the state's two largest cities see crime rates drop, and items belonging to Colonel Harland Sanders will soon be up for auction.

Lawmakers hear from teachers who say their students want more instruction from teachers and less from tech, a major AI company now has a stake in a Kentucky data center, why the FBI arrested a former UK basketball player, and a campaign focused on reducing the use of plastic.

Celebrating America's 250th birthday and Kentucky's past within that history.

State lawmakers raise concerns about Kentucky's medical cannabis program, candidates looking to succeed Sen. McConnell discuss his medical absence, Congressman Guthrie discusses his approach to federal regulation regarding data centers, changes at the State Fair Board, and a new distillery with a unique backstory opens in Somerset.

New reporting regarding the hospitalization of U.S. Sen. McConnell, Kentucky's education commissioner explains how the KDE is adopting to new legislation, why Jefferson County is undergoing a county-wide election audit, and see how Kentuckians are helping earthquake victims in Venezuela.

Kentucky reacts to a big day of decisions from the nation's highest court, a report looks at how cities and counties have spent opioid abatement dollars, what to expect on the roads during the Fourth of July weekend, and an aptly named Kentucky community is planning a special celebration in honor of America's 250th birthday. 

Flooding kills three people in Madison County, plus a look at the damage caused in several other Kentucky counties ahead of a major heat wave, the Trump administration signals support for Kentucky's hemp industry, and a new center opens its doors for Kentuckians with mobility and communication needs.

Congressman James Comer of Kentucky issues two new subpoenas in the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, Congressman McGarvey pens a letter about changes in state abortion laws, Kentucky's Attorney General launches his reelection campaign, part of I-65 in Louisville is reopening ahead of schedule, and the unbelievable story of the Roebling Suspension Bridge in Northern Kentucky.

Gov. Beshear announces a short-term fix for funding the Lee Specialty Clinic. The Trump administration sues Kentucky over prediction market regulation. Two Kentucky Congressmen react to a pair of U.S. Supreme Court decisions. Learn about the decline of mussels in Kentucky. Meet some teenagers who are spending their summer break working on home projects for those in need.

Advocates of Louisville's Lee Specialty Clinic hope they won't have to discharge more than 1,000 patients, law enforcement officials tell lawmakers about their challenges to attract and retain officers, an embattled Kentucky mayor won't be on the ballot in November, and Sen. Paul talks about the Iran war during a virtual town hall.

Sen. Paul issues a subpoena to Dr. Fauci to testify to Congress about the origin of COVID-19. Congressman Guthrie announces a bipartisan deal to protect children online. FCPS provides an update on the district's financial health. The challenges cities and counties are facing when it comes to recruiting and retaining officers. Meet the newly crowned Miss Kentucky.

Candidates move toward unity at the annual statewide GOP Lincoln Day Dinner, Kentucky's Attorney General sues prediction market platforms, the city of Radcliff's flood mitigation efforts are paying off, and a group of students is spending part of their summer learning about a variety of career options in the STEM fields through hands-on learning activities.

From the traditions we honor to the histories we're still uncovering, this special episode of Kentucky Edition focuses on stories that represent the heart of Kentucky culture.

Severe weather causes damage across Kentucky, the mayors of Florence and Maysville discuss the damage assessments taking place in their communities, a data center company holds a town hall to address concerns in Northeastern Kentucky, and police chiefs for Kentucky's three largest cities discuss their approach to community policing.

Kentucky sues prediction market giants Kalshi and Polymarket, plans appear to be hon hold for a data center company looking to operate in Lexington, an environmental public interest group is helping local governments craft ordinances for data centers, and Louisville celebrates affordable housing projects funded by the American Rescue Plan.

Extreme drought leads a Kentucky city to declare a state of emergency, a new Kentucky law that taxes prediction markets is being challenged in court, meet the acting superintendent of FCPS, an update on Sen. McConnell's health, and Louisville-based Yum! Brands sells off a slice of its portfolio. 

Sen. McConnell is hospitalized and it's not clear why, Sen. Paul discusses a tentative deal to end the U.S.-Iran war, Congressman Guthrie says China may be behind some anti-data center campaigns in the U.S., what degree programs will and won't be offered at KSU going forward, and leaders break ground on a new law and medical campus in Northern Kentucky.

Gov. Beshear says he's moving money around to fund social service programs, an ethics commission dimisses a complaint against a state senator, a new housing fund hopes to speed up construction in Northern Kentucky, and meet a Kentucky farmer embracing technology with the use of a driverless tractor.

FCPS Superintendent Demetrus Liggins is placed on paid administrative leave after a confusing couple of days, Gov. Beshear says the gas tax will likely return for all Kentucky communities, data centers are being debated in more Kentucky cities, how high school students are learning about career opportunities during the summer, and U.S. Rep. McGarvey goes 4/4 in the Congressional baseball game.

Uncertainty surrounding the future of FCPS Superintendent Demetrus Liggins, the city of Lexington hosts a job fair to help employees laid off by FCPS, construction on I-65 is on schedule, and two members of Kentucky's federal delegation have different reactions to a $70 billion bill to fund I.C.E.

Governor Beshear extends Kentucky's gas tax suspension for a couple dozen cities and counties, a state lawmaker says Beshear's executive order to expand Kentucky's medical marijuana program is illegal, several Kentucky Democrats turn out to stump for Zach Dembo in the state's 6th Congressional district, and Kentucky farmers prepare for a growing concern that could threaten their livestock.

A new report reveals a mixed bag for how Kentucky's children are doing, Congressman Massie takes to the House floor to question a 1967 Israeli attack on a U.S. Navy ship, remembering two former state lawmakers, and Golden Tempo continues to make history.

An arrest warrant was issued for former KY Gov. Matt Bevin, why the Beshear administration says it's reducing services for children and seniors, the Trump administration announces new funding for some Kentucky coal projects, and U.K.'s Children's Hospital partners with the Dolly Parton Imagination Library.

A new report outlines a plan for attracting data centers to Kentucky while protecting Kentuckians from soaring electricity prices, NKU lobbies for more money to bring high school students to campus, the state is rolling out a new driver licensing system, a new police training academy is being built in Kentucky, and a central Kentucky historical site is reopening under new ownership.

The Fayette County school board chair sues over a new law that would bar him from serving, Republican lawmakers criticize Governor Andy Beshear’s gas‑tax freeze, expanded medical‑marijuana eligibility opens new pain‑management options for Kentuckians, and Congress looks to Kentucky as it works to set national rules for consumer‑data collection.

Hundreds pack a town hall to discuss a proposed data center in northeastern Kentucky, LMPD moves to fire an officer after a fatal police shooting, Governor Beshear expands access for medical marijuana, President Trump makes good on his promise to nominate Nate Morris to an ambasadorship, and why rural Kentucky is seeing higher numbers of sleep disorders.

A busy stretch of I-65 in Louisville officially closes for the summer, several Kentucky counties hit hard by January’s winter storm are approved for federal funding, Governor Beshear says he hasn’t talked to his family about running for president, a second arrest warrant for former Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin is dropped, and our Monday’s on Main spotlights the city of Madisonville.

How cuts to Meals on Wheels could impact thousands of Kentucky seniors, Congressman James Comer's House Oversight Committee questions former Attorney General Pam Bondi about the Epstein case behind closed doors, and a man convicted of killing the daughter of a former state lawmaker is sentenced.

How a new state law is helping preserve swinging bridges in rural Kentucky, what drivers need to know before I-65 in Louisville is closed for two months, the results of a recanvass in a state primary race, a discussion about data centers across Kentucky with The Courier-Journal's Connor Giffin, and how Kentucky's official tree is playing a part in celebration of America's roots.

Senator McConnell and Congressman Guthrie announce millions in funding for upgrades to a Kentucky county's water system, Congressman McGarvey proposes guaranteeing income for young adults, dozens paddle the Ohio River to highlight its recreational opportunities and restoration needs, and meet two Kentuckians participating in the Transplant Games of America.

Congressman Massie files to run for federal office less than a week after losing his GOP primary, Renee Shaw talks with KCTCS President Ryan Quarles about how colleges are meeting workforce demands, and a program that's giving students with disabilities a chance to build job-ready skills.

On this special episode of Kentucky Edition, we spotlight agriculture and farming in Kentucky. Addressing mental health concerns among farmers, increasing the number of meat processing plants across the state, and a community-wide effort providing hands-on lessons on how our food gets from the farm to the table are some of stories we're highlighting from our "Rooted" segment.

Renee goes Inside Kentucky Politics to talk about Kentucky's primary election results, Sen. McConnell blasts the Trump administration's "slush fund to pay people who assault cops," another lawsuit over a bill to revamp KSU, a new exhibit celebrates women in aviation, and how to protect yourself from scams that are popular during the summer months.

Kentucky's Speaker of the House on the primary election, the state earns national recognition for getting students back on track in reading and math, leaders attend ceremony for UK's new agricultural sciences building, layoffs loom for Kentucky's court system, the BBB talks about scams to watch out for, and a summit gives Kentuckians an opportunity to learn about lifelong brain health.

The stage is set of November after a historic primary eleciton in Kentucky. Kentucky Edition looks at how U.S. Senate and U.S. House races went down and why more than a dozen of local officials were defeated in counties across the state.

It's election day in Kentucky's 2026 primary.