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Kentucky Edition

KET presents a new weeknight series that features reporting from across Kentucky examining complex regional and statewide issues in relevant, meaningful ways.

From education to the economy, agriculture to healthcare, business to the arts, Kentucky Edition, hosted by Renee Shaw, will summarize the day's major developments and explore Kentucky's fascinating people, places and events.
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Episodes

July 5, 2023 - Thousands of UPS workers in Kentucky could be going on strike

Thousands of UPS workers in Kentucky could be going on strike, Louisville is moving forward with its search for a new police chief, some Kentuckians are still without power, how a SCOTUS ruling on redistricting could impact Kentucky politics, and buckle up for wholesome fun at the Rockcastle Speedway.

Jul 06, 202328 min

July 4, 2023 - A look at the history of July 4

A look at the history of July 4, a naturalization ceremony in Frankfort, patriotism is on full display at a Warren County park, meet a Kentucky family that's been selling American flags fore more than 75 years, and a statue in south central Kentucky that's celebrating a big milestone.

Jul 06, 202327 min

June 28, 2023 - A federal judge blocks part of SB 150

A federal judge blocks part of SB 150, an air quality alert is issued for the entire state, a look at some new bills taking effect tomorrow, part two of our interview with Governor Patton, the largest solar project in Kentucky is about to break ground, and a music festival focused on women in eastern Ky.

Jun 29, 202328 min

June 27, 2023 - Kentucky Edition goes on the road to Pikeville

Kentucky Edition goes on the road to Pikeville, part one of our interview with former Governor Paul Patton, Sen. McConnell is asked about running for an 8th term in 2026, a look at more bills going into effect this week, and the expansion of a legal clinic to rural populations.

Jun 28, 202328 min

June 26, 2023 - Kicking off a week-long look at Eastern Kentucky

Kicking off a week-long look at Eastern Kentucky, marking one year since Roe v. Wade was overturned, a major federal investment in high-speed internet in Kentucky, a look at new laws going into effect this week, and an interview with a Holocaust survivor who has called Appalachia home for 50+ years.

Jun 27, 202328 min

June 21, 2023 - A move to dismiss a lawsuit challenging KY's abortion ban

A move to dismiss a lawsuit challenging KY's abortion ban, why Kentucky will stay in the controversial ERIC system for now, why a health gap is widening in one region of Kentucky, changes approved to Louisville's budget, and a Louisville blacksmith is forging a new path for his city.

Jun 22, 202328 min

June 19, 2023 - Marking Juneteenth in Kentucky

Marking Juneteenth in Kentucky, a new ad in the governor's race, debate over a two-letter conjunction, KSP celebrates a milestone, learning hands-only CPR, the return of a celebration of Eastern Kentucky art and culture, and a look back at Jimmy Carter's "Hammering in the Hills".

Jun 19, 202328 min

June 16, 2023 - Staffing shortages lead to more changes for detained juveniles

The state is moving juveniles from two juvenile justice centers because of staffing shortages, UK approves alcohol sales at football and basketball games, workshops showing teachers how to incorporate ag into common core subjects, and why smoke from Canadian wildfires is still sticking around.

Jun 19, 202328 min

June 15, 2023 - A new report shows a decline in the number of fatal ODs in KY

A new report shows a decline in the number of fatal overdoses in KY, AG Cameron says Beshear doesn't have compassion, how libraries are responding to a surge in book bans, how researchers are using AI to predict when overdoses will spike, and how goats are being used to combat invasive plants in Lexington.

Jun 16, 202328 min

June 13, 2023 - Madison Co. schools settle a racial harassment case with the DOJ

Madison Co. schools settle a racial harassment case with the DOJ, McConnell refuses to discuss the indictment of the former president, two KY groups are getting federal money for rural broadband projects, how one organization is tackling barriers to transportation, and turning lavender into agritourism.

Jun 14, 202328 min

June 12, 2023 - Kentucky's A.G. is defending a new and controversial state law

Kentucky's A.G. is defending a new and controversial state law, Kentucky's top-ranking Republican legislators slam the KDE's new guidance, police are asking for help after KKK flyers were found in two Kentucky cities, and there's a new program offering buyouts to people who experienced flooding.

Jun 13, 202328 min

June 7, 2023 - Gov. Andy Beshear secures an endorsement from a new group

Gov. Andy Beshear secures an endorsement from a new group. Mammoth Cave National Park could be getting bigger. Smoke from Canadian wildfires is affecting the health of Kentuckians. Teachers are learning a new curriculum. A Louisville cemetery is voted one of the world’s best. And restoring a beloved theater.

Jun 08, 202328 min

June 6, 2023 - A.G. Daniel Cameron starts the week with campaign stops

A.G. Daniel Cameron starts the week with campaign stops in his race to become Kentucky's next governor, a federal judge's ruling blocking part of a Florida law targeting transgender minors could have implications in Kentucky, and do recent earthquakes in Western Kentucky mean more are to come?

Jun 07, 202328 min

June 2, 2023 - Churchill Downs will move the rest of its spring-summer races to Henderson

Churchill Downs will move its races from Louisville to Henderson, a candidate for the Kentucky State House would make history if elected, why many Kentucky hospitals are hanging the ‘Help Wanted’ sign, summer isn’t officially here yet but the lack of rain is sure making it feel like it is for many Kentuckians, and how one young athlete isn’t letting anything stop her from reaching her goals.

Jun 05, 202328 min

May 30, 2023 - An emergency summit at Churchill Downs after 12 horse deaths

An emergency summit at Churchill Downs after 12 horse deaths in the past month, Old National Bank is moving its downtown Louisville branch after a deadly mass shooting, Kentucky's two U.S. Senators have different reactions to the debt ceiling deal, and Somerset hosts its version of "Shark Tank" for students.

May 31, 202328 min

May 26, 2023 - Louisville's mayor releases new info regarding the DOJ's report

Louisville's mayor releases documents with specific details about incidents in the DOJ's report, lawmakers receive an update on the state's handling of the department of juvenile justice, a positive update on a Kentucky officer shot in the line of duty, and why allergy season is getting longer in Kentucky.

May 30, 202328 min

May 22, 2023 -Gov. Beshear launches his re-election campaign

Gov. Beshear launches his re-election campaign, two former Kentucky Secretaries of State break down why Kentucky's elections are the way they are, a new "baby box" is in Kentucky, and a Kentuckian helping educate others about the hardships of re-entering society after incarceration.

May 23, 202328 min

May 19, 2023 - Less than a week after the primary election, new TV ads are out

New TV ads are out less than a week after the primary election, Beshear launches his re-election campaign tour, Republican winners in the primary gather for a unity breakfast, honoring the life of State Rep. Lamin Swann, a former secretary of state is fined, and an Eastern Kentucky clothing company that's taking off.

May 22, 202328 min
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