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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 23, 2024 - Kentucky Democrats Rally Behind Vice President Harris

Kentucky delegates are among the numerous state delegations that helped Vice President Kamala Harris secure the 2024 Democratic presidential nomination. Kentucky among top ten states with the most natural disasters, according to data collected from FEMA. One of Kentucky's most high-profile golf tournaments is moving from Nicholasville to Louisville.

Jul 26, 202428 min

July 19, 2024 - Kentucky Congressman Calls on Biden to Step Aside

Kentucky Congressman Morgan McGarvey put out a statement saying he believes President Biden should step aside as the Democratic nominee for president. Flood survivors get the opportunity to apply for an affordable, high ground home in Floyd County. Chip Polston, host of Kentucky Life, shares his experience working with comedian Bob Newhart, who passed away Thursday at 94.

Jul 22, 202428 min

July 18, 2024 - The GOP's VP Nominee Says He'll be Buried in Kentucky

GOP nominee for vice president Sen. J.D. Vance says he'll be buried in Kentucky, the state is seeing a rise of pertussis cases, Gov. Beshear takes a position on federal marijuana restrictions, Kentucky's A.G. praises a court ruling regarding Title IX, the correlation between heat waves and headaches, and celebrating 150 years of Derby fashion.

Jul 19, 202428 min

July 17, 2024 - Supporters of Ethan’s Law Attend Ceremonial Bill Signing

Supporters of Ethan's Law, which expands definition of torture to dogs or cats, were in Frankfort Tuesday for the ceremonial signing of the bill. Goveror Andy Beshear throws his support behnd a federal proposal to ease restrictions on marijuana. Pioneer Playhouse celebrates 75 years of entertaining audiences under the stars.

Jul 18, 202428 min

July 16, 2024 - Lawmakers Revisit Merits of DEI in Higher Education

Lawmakers revisit the merits of DEI programs in higher-ed and question the rollout of a new vehicle registration program, what organizers hope to gain from a new climate conference, helping Black americans with dementia access care, and how some Lexington artists are painting the town.

Jul 18, 202428 min

July 15, 2024 - Kentucky Lawmakers React to Trump Assassination Attempt

U.S. Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky among those reacting to the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Several new laws, passed by the Kentucky General Assembly, take effect. Some homeowners in the coalfields are rebuilding with clean and affordable energy in mind.

Jul 18, 202428 min

July 12, 2024 - McConnell Criticizes Trump's "America First" Approach

Governor Beshear visiting Japan and South Korea on an economic development trip, U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell of Kentucky says his top priority is to stop a Donald Trump-inspired foreign policy even though he has endorsed the former president and, an Owensboro middle school where students roll up their sleeves and learn by doing.

Jul 15, 202428 min

July 11, 2024 - Governor Beshear on Rumors He Could Be up for Another Job

Governor Andy Beshear responds to the rumors he could end up on the Democratic ticket in 2024, U.S. Representative Thomas Massie of Kentucky takes to social media to address what he called conspiracy theories about how his wife died and, Kentucky Edition's trip to Owensboro includes a visit to a world-renowned artist who famously paints portraits upside down in front of massive crowds.

Jul 12, 202428 min

July 10, 2024 - Conflict Grows Between Beshear Administration and State Auditor Over Access to Database

Days after the watchdog agency that oversees the Cabinet for Health and Family Services is shifted to her office, State Auditor Allison Ball demands Governor Andy Beshear’s administration give her office full access to the cabinet's database that tracks child abuse cases and, U.S. Department of Justice holds first listening session on concerns about state's Department of Juvenile Justice.

Jul 11, 202428 min

July 8, 2024 - U.S. Rep. Comer Calls on White House Doctor to Testify

U.S. Rep. James Comer calls on White House doctor to testify, what's left of Hurricane Beryl is barreling toward Kentucky, a new deviced approved by the FDA is helping treat opioid use disorder in Kentucky, and Kentucky Edition goes on the road to Owensboro.

Jul 09, 202428 min

July 3, 2024 - Kentucky Voting Law Challenged in Court

A grassroots organization is challenging Kentucky's election law in federal court, why some rural businesses are embracing solar, tips for staying safe while lighting fireworks, and a look at events happening Around the Commonwealth.

Jul 05, 202428 min

July 1, 2024 - Governor Beshear on Possibility of Presidential Run in 2024

Governor Andy Beshear says being mentioned as a possible replacement for President Joe Biden in 2024 presidential race is a reflection of all the good things going on in Kentucky, the travel outlook for the July 4th holiday and, new state-of-the-art film and production studio opens in Kentucky.

Jul 02, 202428 min

June 28, 2024 - Wife of Representative Thomas Massie of Kentucky Dies

Representative Thomas Massie of Kentucky announces death of his wife, U.S. Supreme Court decision on Oregon homeless case could have implications here in Kentucky and, businesses can apply for license to sell, process or grow medical marijuana for Kentucky starting July 1.

Jul 01, 202428 min

June 25, 2024 - Louisville Metro Police Chief Resigns

Louisville Metro Police Chief Jacquelyn Gwinn-Villaroel's resigns almost two weeks after she was placed on administrative leave for her handling of internal sexual harassment allegations, advocates on both sides weigh in on the state's abortion landscape, two years after Roe versus Wade is overturned and, middle schoolers learn the ABCs of cybersecurity.

Jun 27, 202428 min
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