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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

March 13, 2023 - Marking three years since the death of Breonna Taylor

Marking three years since the death of Breonna Taylor, legislation that would give parents greater ability to challenge school materials advances, a bill that provides a tax break on the bourbon industry clears two big hurdles, and seniors in Bowling Green show off their take on this year's Super Bowl halftime show.

Mar 14, 202328 min

March 10, 2023 - First negative political ad by a GOP gubernatorial candidate

The first negative political ad by a GOP gubernatorial candidate is out, the Senate passes a bill meant to stop adult performances in public spaces, a bill that would let nurse practitioners prescribe controlled substances is headed to the governor's desk, and why one sleep expert says it would be a mistake to make daylight saving permanent.

Mar 13, 202327 min

March 9, 2023 - Sen. McConnell is hospitalized with a concussion.

Sen. McConnell is hospitalized with a concussion, a bill putting a new process in place for teacher misconduct allegations moves forward, Kentucky is a step closer from not having to enforce federal firearms bans, an interview with Rep. Timoney who wants to ban gray machines, and how students are helping Kentuckians who are still without power.

Mar 10, 202327 min

March 8, 2023 - The DOJ releases its report regarding LMPD.

The DOJ releases its report regarding LMPD practices, a sports betting bill is heard in Frankfort, a bill to outlaw gray machines is revived, Sen. McConnell distances himself from a Fox News host, and power continues to be restored following a major wind storm.

Mar 09, 202327 min

March 7, 2023 - Kentucky continues to clean up after last Friday's storms and high winds.

Kentucky continues to clean up after last Friday's storms and high winds, a bill that removes the ability of a postsecondary education institution to restrict a gun owners' ability to carry firearms on campus passes out of committee, and the Kentucky Senate moves two bills that seek to improve the state’s juvenile justice facilities.

Mar 08, 202327 min

March 2, 2023 - Bill preventing gender transition services for minors clears House

The Kentucky General Assembly moved two controversial bills that opponents say put transgender people at risk, debate may soon begin on a medical marijuana bill, the newest member of the Kentucky State Senate is sworn in, Louisville's mayor announces several investments in the police department, and an update on confirmed cases of measles in Kentucky.

Mar 03, 202327 min

March 1, 2023 - Bill to reorganize Kentucky's DJJ clears a senate committee.

A bill to reorganize Kentucky's DJJ clears a senate committee, hundreds gather in support of the CROWN Act, fentanyl test strips would not be considered drug paraphernalia under a newly proposed bill, the Safe at Home Act clears the full Senate, and how anti-hunger advocates are battling food insecurity in Kentucky.

Mar 02, 202328 min

February 28, 2023 - Sweeping changes to Kentucky's juvenile justice system gaining momentum

Sweeping changes to Kentucky's juvenile justice system are gaining momentum, details on a bill that would set standards for teacher misconduct allegations, local leaders debate the impact of a proposed tax break for the bourbon industry, a Republican candidate for governor says he's for medical marijuana, and the history behind the American Printing House for the Blind.

Mar 01, 202328 min

February 27, 2023 - Third confirmed case of measles reported in Kentucky.

A third confirmed case of the measles is reported in Kentucky, U.S. Congressman James Comer is launching another investigation into the chaotic U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, KSP has begun training its largest class of cadets in nearly a decade, and a Lexington educator is finding creative ways to incorporate Chat GPT into his classroom while also promoting the importance of integrity.

Feb 28, 202328 min

February 23, 2023 - Efforts to solve Kentucky's teacher shortage problem

Another bill that would give parents more say over the education system passes a Senate committee, Governor Andy Beshear says efforts to solve Kentucky's teacher shortage problem won't work unless teachers get raises, Kentucky Secretary of State Michael Adams says it's time to mask more than voting rolls of victims of domestic violence, some exceptions to Kentucky's near-total ban on abortions could become law under a newly filed bill, and AARP state leadership rallies for lowering prescription ...

Feb 24, 202328 min

February 22, 2023 - Students walked out of class in protest of Senate Bill 150.

Students from a school in Louisville walked out of class in protest of Senate Bill 150, doctors rally at the state capitol to support a bill which reforms the "prior authorization" process, a new bill would restore abortion access in Kentucky, Cassie Chambers Armstrong wins a special election in the 19th Senate District, and an introduction to the Women's Club of Louisville.

Feb 23, 202328 min

February 20, 2023 - lawmakers discusses banning slot-like gaming machines in Kentucky

A state lawmaker discusses why slot-like gaming machines should be banned in Kentucky, a bill that could determine the makeup of the Kentucky Board of Education advances, meet a new state Senator representing part of Central Kentucky, how a group is getting small produce farmers back on their feet, and why thousands of people are flocking to Asbury University.

Feb 21, 202328 min

February 17, 2023 - Gov. Beshear signs HB 1, which cuts the state income tax rate to 4%

Governor Andy Beshear has signed House Bill One, the bill that cuts the state personal income tax rate by another half percent to 4% next January, a bill that would protect Kentuckians from race-based hair discrimination is discussed in committee, meet a group that's providing job training in the field of culinary arts, and a Kentucky writer discusses a new children's book that arranges significant people, places and events related to the black experience in alphabetical order.

Feb 20, 202327 min

February 16, 2023 - An almost-total abortion ban remains in place in Kentucky.

An almost-total abortion ban remains in place in Kentucky after a State Supreme Court decision to keep Republican-passed restrictions in place for now, there was emotional testimony in a Frankfort committee meeting today… as opponents of Senate Bill 150 say it will put trans children in danger, a group fighting for gun safety also rallied in the state capitol, the mother of a University of Kentucky student who died at a fraternity house is pleading for lawmakers to stiffen penalties for hazing, ...

Feb 17, 202328 min

February 15, 2023 - Bills aimed at fixing the state's juvenile justice facilities

Lawmakers introduce bills aimed at fixing the state's juvenile justice facilities, a bill aimed at giving lawmakers oversight of relief funds advances, details on a bill that could make abortion be prosecuted as a homicide in Kentucky, a large crowd gathers in the capitol rotunda for the annual fairness rally, why students at Centre College say research shows the benefits of early childhood education outweigh the costs, and a new documentary about the flooding in Eastern Kentucky.

Feb 16, 202328 min

February 14, 2023 - Lawmakers hear spending pitch to shore up juvenile justice

Lawmakers hear spending pitch to shore up Kentucky's juvenile justice facilities, a Republican lawmaker is trying again to add a constitutional amendment regarding abortion, EKU is launching a new program for manufacturing engineering, two education-related bills pass the full Senate, a new push to restore voting rights to certain felons, the Louisville Orchestra is hitting the road, and advice from some longtime lovers on what it takes to have a lasting relationship.

Feb 15, 202328 min

February 13, 2023 - Legislation that could help victims of domestic violence.

Legislation is introduced that could help victims of domestic violence, the Kentucky FOP is no longer profiting from so-called games of skill, one state lawmaker is pushing for a bill he says will help ensure Kentuckians don't run out of energy while another lawmaker is looking to diversify Kentucky's energy sources, meet a Kentucky lawmaker who has returned to Frankfort after serving in the 1990's, and see what researchers at a Kentucky university are doing with a byproduct of bourbon.

Feb 15, 202328 min

February 10, 2023 - A bill that could help recruit new teachers advances in Frankfort.

A bill that could help recruit new teachers advances in Frankfort, lawmakers proceed with a bill to ban TikTok on government devices, a closer look at the slot-like gaming machines creating controversy in Kentucky, a profile of a new state lawmaker, and a discussion of this week's biggest topics during the Kentucky General Assembly.

Feb 13, 202328 min

February 9, 2023 - Lawmakers debate a contentious education bill

Lawmakers consider Senate Bill 150 that critics say would mean more bullying of transgender students while supporters say the bill would give parents more transparency, supporters of so-called gray machines call on lawmakers to make a legislative fix that would ensure the games can stay in place, a committee discusses a bill that would require a section of Capitol Avenue between the Capitol and the Annex building to reopen, and a Central Kentucky school district that has a preschool program unli...

Feb 10, 202328 min

February 8, 2023 - Income tax cut debate in Frankfort

Frankfort lawmakers debate an income tax cut and send a plan to the governor, hundreds rally at the capitol on behalf of Kentucky kids, and why one lawmaker says she's getting behind a bill to eliminate the so-called pink tax.

Feb 09, 202328 min

February 7, 2023 - The Kentucky General Assembly looks at the teacher shortage.

The Kentucky General Assembly reconvenes with a look at the state's teacher shortage, the Coalition to Sustain the Education Profession outlines some of its recommendations for shoring up the teacher shortfall, how newly proposed legislation could help with shortages in healthcare, a House impeachment committee makes its final recommendation, Louisville's Frazier History Museum is bringing history alive, and how a farm serving retired race horses is celebrating 20 years of service.

Feb 08, 202328 min

February 6, 2023 - Kelly Craft responds to her comments about dismantling KDE

Kelly Craft responds to her comments about dismantling the Kentucky Department of Education. A preview of the biggest issues likely to be discussed when the Kentucky General Assembly returns on Tuesday. Why some Kentuckians could lose some services when the federal government ends the COVID-19 health emergency. What Kentucky is doing to address the state's shortage of large animal veterinarians. Why some college students are sticking with online learning after the pandemic.

Feb 07, 202328 min

February 3, 2023 - Tens of thousands of Kentuckians still lack access to public water.

Tens of thousands of Kentuckians still lack access to public water; Louisville's new mayor says the state of the city is strong; why state police will be stationed at certain juvenile justice detention centers; Al Cross talks with Renee Shaw about Kelly Craft's campaign; and an Eastern Kentucky man is exploring an untapped resource in the region.

Feb 06, 202328 min

February 2, 2023 - Violence at Kentucky's juvenile justice centers

A group of Republican lawmakers today demanded change to Kentucky's juvenile justice system, including a change in leadership; a Kentucky family who lost their son to a cardiac arrest is working to make sure AEDs are available at every school sporting event; and part three of Renee Shaw's conversation with Republican gubernatorial candidate Ryan Quarles.

Feb 03, 202328 min

February 1, 2023 - Legislation that could end the COVID-19 emergency declarations

Rep. Brett Guthrie pushes for legislation that would end the federal COVID-19 emergency declarations; Rep. James Comer discusses pandemic-related fraud in the first Oversight Committee meeting of the new Congress; Ryan Quarles discusses how he plans to win the Republican primary for governor despite not having the largest fundraising totals; a discussion with Ryland Barton ahead of the Kentucky General Assembly's return to Frankfort next week; and introducing you to Museum Bees.

Feb 02, 202328 min

January 31, 2023 - Ryan Quarles on what sets him apart from other gubernatorial candidates.

Ryan Quarles tells Renee Shaw what sets him apart from other gubernatorial candidates; Sec. Kerry Harvey recalls stories he heard from Kentuckians who said they were benefiting from medical marijuana; a felon in Western Kentucky is advocating for voting rights restoration; breaking down Louisville's new approach to tackling homelessness; and recognizing two Kentucky authors who are up for a major award.

Feb 01, 202328 min

January 30, 2023 - Efforts to attract and retain teachers in Kentucky.

A new report makes some recommendations that could help Kentucky attract and retain teachers; meet a Kentucky family who says they're benefiting from medical cannabis; another attack at a state juvenile justice facility; why a mother is pushing to make hazing a crime in Kentucky; and how artists in Eastern Kentucky are helping addicts recover.

Jan 31, 202328 min
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