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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

August 16, 2023 - Gov. Beshear Announces His Education Proposal

Gov. Beshear announces his education proposal, students return to school in the state's second-largest district, the state supreme court hears arguments regarding a new state law, and how alpacas are helping support cancer research at the state's flagship university.

Aug 17, 202327 min

August 15, 2023 - Cameron Releases His Education Plan

Cameron releases his education plan and picks up a key endorsement, JCPS announces when students can return to school, a focus on health at this year's state fair, and a pay-what-you-can cafe that's helping transform a community.

Aug 16, 202327 min

August 14, 2023 - Candidate for Governor Agree to Several Debates

Candidate for governor agree to several debates, UK welcomes a record freshman class, the Kentucky National Guard holds a ceremonial sendoff, a Kentucky researcher is recognized nationally, and a piece of history returns to Mammoth Cave National Park.

Aug 16, 202327 min

August 10, 2023 - Renewed debate about the controversial SB 150 bill

Renewed debate about a controversial new law has both candidates for governor reacting, on progress report on construction of two battery plants for EVs, why the first day of school for JCPS was a "disaster," and details about newly proposed regulation to protect coal miners.

Aug 11, 202328 min

August 9, 2023 - Beshear Releases His Law Enforcement Budget Plan

Beshear releases his law enforcement budget plan, Cameron talks about his own law enforcement policies, why an JROTC program is being put on hold, details on expanding the Mountain Parkway, and how the Smithsonian is reaching Main Street in Kentucky.

Aug 10, 202328 min

August 7, 2023 - A Recap of the Big Speeches at Fancy Farm

A recap of the big speeches at Fancy Farm, how one education group is hoping to break the cycle of poverty, why school choice is likely to be debated in 2024, a group is sounding the alarm about the future of reliable energy in the U.S., and how dedicated farmers are offering their community fresh optoins.

Aug 08, 202328 min

August 4, 2023 - We're in Graves County on the Eve of the Fancy Farm Picnic

We're in Graves County on the eve of the Fancy Farm Picnic, a look back at the history of the tradition that's more than 140 years old, political strategists discuss what to expect from the major candidates, and a man makes a trip to Kentucky to become an official member of an exclusive club.

Aug 07, 202328 min

August 3, 2023 - Kentucky Edition goes "On The Road" to Paducah

Kentucky Edition goes "On The Road" to Paducah, former President Donald Trump pleads not guilty to new federal charges, the state cuts the ribbon on a new mesonet station, a one-on-one interview with the president of WKCTC, and a look at Paducah's changing economy.

Aug 04, 202328 min

July 31, 2023 - Jason Glass is stepping down as Ky. Education Commissioner

Jason Glass is stepping down as Ky. Education Commissioner, a new report shows who Kelly Craft and her husband are and are not supporting financial in the 2024 presidential race, a one-on-one interview with Louisville's new police chief, and when racing will return to Churchill Downs.

Aug 01, 202328 min

July 28, 2023 - Kentucky gets hit with a heat wave that’s more than just unpleasant, it’s dangerous

Kentucky gets hit with a heat wave that’s more than just unpleasant as the heat index temperatures soar to the triple digits, Louisville has a new permanent police chief, an Eastern Kentucky mayor discusses the challenges of building back a community after last year’s catastrophic flood, and a sibling survival story as two Eastern Kentucky natives reflect on the night of the flooding.

Jul 31, 202328 min

July 27, 2023 - One year later, Kentuckians reflect on the catastrophic flooding in Eastern Kentucky

Resilience and recovery in Eastern Kentucky one year after getting hit by catastrophic flooding, Somerset Mayor Alan Keck reflects on his unsuccessful gubernatorial run and voters’ response to him, the role ‘transportation to treatment’ plays in fighting Kentucky’s drug crisis, temperatures continue to rise in parts of the Commonwealth, and good news about Officer Nickolas Wilt.

Jul 31, 202328 min

July 26, 2023 - Senator Mitch McConnell Has a Health Scare

A health scare today for Senator Mitch McConnell as he freezes during a news conference, some school systems are still deciding on their policy for implementing Senate Bill 150, panelists discuss what can be done about the fentanyl crisis in Kentucky, the transportation department has ambitious plans to expand electric vehicle infrastructure, and a rodeo is doing more than just bull riding.

Jul 27, 202327 min

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
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