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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 24, 2023 - The Kentucky-based company, AppHarvest, files for bankruptcy

The big rain in western Kentucky is still causing problems five days later, one group is working to ease the back-to-school financial burden for eastern Kentucky families impacted by last year’s catastrophic flood, a Kentucky-based company files for bankruptcy, Governor Andy Beshear criticizes a TV add that criticizes him, and efforts continue to get the Louisville boxing champ on a stamp.

Jul 25, 202327 min

July 21, 2023 - Gov. Beshear tours flood damage in Western Kentucky

Gov. Beshear tours flood damage in Western Kentucky, a fire damages Sen. Rand Paul's Bowling Green office, lawmakers are briefed on forever chemicals in drinking water, staffing remains an issue at the state's youth detention centers, and a Kentucky chef who is now a well-known TV cooking expert.

Jul 24, 202328 min

July 20, 2023 - Cleanup Continues After Flooding in Western Kentucky

Cleanup continues after flooding in Western Kentucky, lawmakers request an audit of two disaster relief funds, a new LMPD police chief is announced, how the state is combatting an invasive fish, and the Kentucky connection to the U.S. Women's Team playing in the FIFA World Cup.

Jul 21, 202328 min

July 19, 2023 - Record-breaking flooding devastates Western Kentucky

Historic flooding comes to Western Kentucky, Daniel Cameron announces his running mate, what a new report shows about crime in Kentucky, why researchers say there is a link between domestic violence and diabetes, and how a hobby has turned into one man's connection to the past.

Jul 20, 202328 min

July 18, 2023 - Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman make her re-election bid official

Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman make her re-election bid official, Daniel Cameron plans to announce his running mate tomorrow, an update on flood clean-up efforts in EKY, a Kentuckian describes her experience with an experimental psychedelic, and a camp for kids with a less-than traditional approach.

Jul 19, 202328 min

July 17, 2023 - Reaction to the latest legal ruling regarding SB 150

Reaction to the latest legal ruling regarding SB 150, Gov. Beshear hits the campaign trail, a new report lists dozens of recommendations for the state's juvenile justice system, honoring a Kentucky athlete, could flooding become the new norm, and a trip to Russellville.

Jul 18, 202328 min

July 14, 2023 - Senate Bill 150 injunction is lifted, meaning the ban of gender-affirming care can occur

Daniel Cameron has a message for America’s CEOs, a mobile clinic offers care to those struggling with addiction, the portion of Senate Bill 150 banning gender-affirming care for transgender youth can take effect immediately, Michael Adams has been elected secretary of the National Association of Secretaries of State, and a Kentucky veteran remembers his time working on nuclear test sites.

Jul 17, 202328 min

July 12, 2023 - How Kentucky is working to get more truck drivers on the road

How Kentucky is working to get more truck drivers on the road, reaction to a $75,000 pay raise for JCPS's top educator, another Kentuckian faces charges related to the Jan. 6 insurrection, a positive update on a Kentucky officer shot in the line of duty, and adapting an art collection to involve the viewer.

Jul 13, 202328 min

July 11, 2023 - Daniel Cameron outlines his public safety plan

Daniel Cameron outlines his public safety plan, a new state law is temporarily on hold, the state has another record surplus, a new program hopes to transition military veterans into law enforcement, how one district is helping address summer learning loss, and a nice honor for a former UK football coach.

Jul 12, 202328 min

July 10, 2023 - Kentucky officials approve sports betting

Kentucky officials approve sports betting, Daniel Cameron pulls out of Freedom Fest, a groundbreaking for a new law enforcement training facility, the Kentucky connection to a newly approved treatment for Alzheimer's, and the growing role of biotech in the Commonwealth.

Jul 11, 20233 min

July 7, 2023 - The last chemical weapons in the US are destroyed

The last remaining chemical weapons in the U.S. have been destroyed at a facility in Kentucky, a local police officer is shot in the line of duty, a highway is renamed in honor of a former state senator, and the superintendent of Kentucky's largest school district discusses some upcoming changes.

Jul 10, 202328 min

July 6, 2023 - Gov. Beshear confirms he'll attend Fancy Farm

Gov. Beshear confirms he'll attend Fancy Farm, AG Cameron asks Louiville's mayor to stop a legal appeal, the state releases its first report on domestic violence in the Commonwealth, a look at an organization helping parents, and a sneak peek at a new program launching on KET.

Jul 07, 202328 min

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
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