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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

October 16, 2024 - Young Relatives of KY Supreme Court Justice Candidate Killed

The granddaughter and great-granddaughter of Judge Pamela Goodwine die in a car crash, Republicans in Bowling Green discuss local politics, lawmakers discuss school test scores, when a new area code will be needed in Kentucky, marking Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and an emphasis on supporint street art in Lexington.

Oct 17, 202428 min

October 11, 2024 - TikTok's Internal Documents Uncovered

A Kentucky journalist uncovers substantial internal concerns about TikTok's harms on underage youth, a Kentucky-based agriculture company uses drones to help hurricane survivors, a look at some key state house races, and Lexington is preparing for its 250th birthday.

Oct 14, 202428 min

October 10, 2024 - Family Court Judge Discusses New State Truancy Law

A family court judge discusses Kentucky's new state truancy law, the Attorney General's office is launching a new office in Louisville, new affordable housing in Lexington, more than $18 million is going to several cities for infrastructure projects, and a Grammy-winning artist is donating her life's work to a Kentucky college.

Oct 11, 202428 min

October 9, 2024 - Kentucky Sues TikTok, Claiming it's Designed to be Addictive to Kids

Kentucky sues TikTok and claims the app is harming the mental health of kids, a state lawmaker wants to make parents liable if their child causes gun violence, Lexington is a step closer to declaring gun violence a public health threat, an update from KYTC on making roads ready for driverless vehicles, and a trip to Paducah where the works of Helen LaFrance are on display.

Oct 10, 202428 min

October 7, 2024 - How Utility Workers from Kentucky are Helping Other States Rebound from a Major Hurricane

Utility workers deployed out-of-state are helping communities hit hardest by Helene, Kentuckians mark one year since Hamas attacked Israel, lawmakers view data showing how JCPS graduates fare after high school, Kentucky's Secretary of State launches a campaign to increase early voting, and go inside a testing lab that was the first in the state to get a medical cannabis business license.

Oct 08, 202428 min

October 2, 2024 - Kentucky Utilities Responds to Rumor of Manpower Shortage

Kentucky Utilities responds to a rumored claim that the power company sent workers out of state to storm-raged areas and weren't left with the sufficient manpower to deal with the electric outages in Kentucky, the honor Time magazine is giving to one Kentucky politician and, the excitement of the Summer Olympics in Paris, France is on display in Paris, Kentucky.

Oct 03, 202428 min

October 1, 2024 - Kentucky is Sending Help to States Hit Hard by Hurricane Helene

Kentucky's Air National Guard is deployed to North Carolina to help in the wake of Hurricane Helene, new details in the case of a Kentucky sheriff accused of killing a local judge, why masks could soon be banned again in Louisville, and a group continues to help school districts in Eastern Kentucky impacted by the 2022 flooding.

Oct 02, 202428 min

September 27, 2024 - Hurricane Helene Makes Landfall in Florida and Causes Damage in Kentucky

A powerful hurricane makes landfall in Florida and causes damage across Kentucky, the superintendent of the state's largest school district announces his resignation, lawmakers on both sides of the aisle praise a new multi-million dollar center in Louisivlle, Kentucky sues Express Scripts, liquor distributors ask Kentucky lawmakers to regulate Delta-infused drinks similar to the way alcohol is regulated, and a first of its kind in college basketball.

Sep 30, 202428 min

September 26, 2024 - A Powerful Hurricane is Expected to Bring Heavy Rain to Kentucky

Bracing for the remnants of Hurriane Helene, a new program to help keep hearing-impaired Kentuckians safe during severe weather, a look at Kentucky's glaring workforce shortage in the healthcare industry, the first license is issued for the state's medical cannabis program, and federal legislation to help ensure the bourbon industry continues to thrive.

Sep 27, 202428 min

September 25, 2024 - Groups Both For and Against Amendment 2 Make Their Case to Voters

Groups for and against a constitutional amendment lay out their arguments for voters, Gov. Beshear's ultimatum for a Kentucky sheriff accused of killing a judge, new calls for a state lawmaker to resign, an injured state senator is improving, a new mental health professional arrives in the Bluegrass, and bringing Louisville's rich heritage of gospel music to the forefront.

Sep 26, 202428 min

September 23, 2024 - How )ne of Kentucky's Largest Cities Responds to a Spike in Overdoses

Lexington sees a spike in overdoses, see who will be Kentucky's newest chief justice, Kentucky's only historically black college us under new leadership, Congressman Comer's criticism of the Democratic candidate for V.P., a ceremony honoring POW/MIA, and record-breaking crowds for the world's largest bourbon and music festival in Kentucky.

Sep 24, 202428 min

September 20, 2024 - New Calls for a State Lawmaker to Resign

Gov. Beshear joins a growing chorus on calling for a state lawmaker to resign, new details about a Kentucky sheriff accused of killing a judge, conclusive evidence confirms the identity of a body found in Laurel County, why some say too many Kentucky parents are serving time behind bars, another police training academy in the state, and how a group of seniors are aging gracefully through dance.

Sep 23, 202428 min

September 19, 2024 - Body Found Believed to be I75 Shooting Suspect

A 12-day manhunt for the suspect accused of shooting at vehicles along I75 in Laurel County appears to be over after Kentucky State Police announce a body was found near the scene, Kentucky native and sexual abuse survivor Hadley Duvall is featured in a new campaign ad from Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris and, there's a new and reimagined "Kentucky Show" at the Frazier History Museum.

Sep 20, 202428 min

September 18, 2024 - Gov. Beshear Signs an Executive Order Banning Conversion Therapy

Gov. Beshear signs an executive order banning conversion therapy, the Family Foundation calls the move unlawful, Sen. McConnell says a partial government shutdown would hurt fellow Republicans, celebrating Farmer Appreciation Day, the Isaiah House celebrates its largest graduation in history, new mammography requirements by the FDA, and a program that's putting barbers in public schools.

Sep 20, 202427 min

September 17, 2024 - A Sheriff's Deputy is Shot and Killed in Russell County

A sheriff's deputy is shot and killed in Russell County, police are scaling back their manhunt for the I-75 shooting suspect, university presidents discuss DEI with lawmakers, critics and supporters of Amendment 2 debate the issue, a voter registration drive on national voter registration day, and 57 recent honorees prove age is just a number.

Sep 18, 202428 min

September 16, 2024 - A State Lawmaker is Seriously Injured in a Mowing Accident

State Sen. Johnnie Turner is critically injured in a mowing accident, Kentucky's two U.S. Senators react to news of an apparent assassination attempt of former President Trump, LMPD has its sixth police chief in four years, UK breaks enrollment records, a conversation with KCTCS President Ryan Quarles, and the Sundance Film Festival takes Kentucky off its list of potential host cities.

Sep 17, 202428 min

September 12, 2024 - A Statewide Campaign Kicks Off in Support of a Constitutional Amendment

A national group launches a campaign ad in Kentucky in support of a constitutional amendment, Gov. Beshear provides an update on the victims injured in a mass shooting as the manhunt continues, a one-on-one interview with NKU's president, how different regions of NKY feel about the state's medical marijuana program, and why Covington is a national model for creating a vibrant public art scene.

Sep 13, 202428 min

September 11, 2024 - Kentucky Honors Those Killed in the 9/11 Terrorist Attacks

Firefighters and other first responders gathered in Louisville to remember the more than 3,000 people killed 23 years ago in the 9/11 terrorist attacks, Northern Kentucky University students give their perspective on Tuesday night’s presidential debate between former Republican President Donald Trump and Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris and, how immigrants helped shape Northern Kentucky.

Sep 13, 202428 min

September 10, 2024 - A New, Statewide Anti-Drug Campaign is Proposed

Kentucky's Attorney General is requesting $3.6 million from the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission for a new anti-drug campaign, the LRC votes to move forward with its investigation into a state lawmaker, a new Kentucky Teacher of the Year is named, a look at the past and present of the Northern Kentucky region, and an effort to protect Kentucky citizens from fallen victim to scams.

Sep 11, 202428 min

September 6, 2024 - The Republican Party of Kentucky Breaks Ground on a New Headquarters

The Republican Party of Kentucky breaks ground on a new headquarters, Congressman Barr files paperwork to get former President Donald Trump on the November ballot in Kentucky, more calls for a state lawmaker to resign, Gov. Beshear says legalized betting exceeded expectations in the first year of it becoming legal in Kentucky, and a push to roll up your sleeves as Kentucky faces a blood shortage.

Sep 09, 202427 min

September 5, 2024 - Kentucky's A.G. Greenlights Crackdown of So-Called "Risk-Free" Games

Kentucky's A.G. greenlights crackdown of so-called "risk-free" games, Gov. Beshear says applications for KY's medical marijuana program exceeded expectations, two post-secondary institutions team up to help students overcome a financial barrier to getting a four-year degree, big news for a hospital in Louisville's West End, and how farmers are handling dry conditions ahead of the fall harvest.

Sep 06, 202427 min
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