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Kentucky Lantern

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Whoa, plead Dems, as GOP supermajority pushes through extreme bill-makeovers in session’s final days

FRANKFORT — With few days left for Kentucky Republicans to veto proof their bills, Democrats say the supermajority is railroading through changes to legislation without giving lawmakers or the public time to consider the issues or consequences. “It’s unfortunately become a common theme, but it’s become much worse this session,” said Rep. Lindsey, Burke, D-Lexington. […]

Kentucky · 2025-03-12

The Courier & Press

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Trump cuts funds for Tri-State Food Bank to bring food directly from farmers to pantry

EVANSVILLE — The Tri-State Food Bank has been hit hard by recent cuts at the federal level that eliminated a grant that helped disadvantaged farmers and local communities. The Tri-State Food Bank received a $1.1 million grant in 2024 through the United States Department of Agriculture Local Food Purchase Assistance program . It was the largest single grant in the food bank's 42 years of operation, according to executive director Glenn Roberts. With that grant, the Tri-State Food Bank has operated the Illinois Equitable Access Towards Sustainable Systems program as a lead agency since April. Ten local Southern Illinois...

Evansville, IN · 2025-03-12

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Health insurance employees issuing claim denials could request personal info be pulled from public access under Kentucky bill

The bill, shielding public access to personally identifying information about individual insurance providers who issued denials for procedures, drugs, or treatments, emerged against the backdrop of the December shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Rep. John Blanton, the bill's sponsor, said hospitals would have access to the necessary details about...

Kentucky · 2025-03-13
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Someone is holding a Hoosier Lotto ticket worth $42.5 million

The Hoosier Lotto jackpot recently grew to $42.5 million; the fourth largest in game history.

Indiana · 2025-03-13

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A process for returning people’s gun rights has now passed the Indiana Senate

A process for returning people’s gun rights has now passed the Indiana Senate. Tuesday afternoon, the Indiana Senate unanimously passed a bill that would allow courts to expunge the records of people subject to red flag laws in the state. Having passed the Senate, the bill will be briefly brought back to the House for approval before making it to the desk of the governor.

Indiana · 2025-03-12

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Missing 14-year-old found in West Virginia; man facing charges

Kentucky city in debt to water company reveals plans to sell off service. WKYT first reported in November 2024 about dozens of homeowners who abruptly had their water service terminated by Wood Creek Water District. Updated: 4 hours ago. There are six arson investigators within the Lexington Fire Department. Small...

Lexington, KY · 2025-03-12

The Courier Journal

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Rural Republican legislators want to return Kentucky to racist Jim Crow era | Opinion

I will be 78 in April, and so I remember a different Kentucky. This was a Kentucky where my mother’s housekeeper and personal companion was not allowed to go with her into Stewart’s on Fourth Street in Louisville. My grandfather was a mostly retired real estate agent and at least once a week would go into the Jefferson County City Hall to look at deeds. It was here that I encountered segregated water fountains and bathrooms which were separate but definitely not equal. When I asked my grandfather “Why?” his reply: “They don’t want to use the same as...

Kentucky · 2025-03-12

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The only Kentucky governor to attend the LGBTQ rights rallies continued that tradition on Tuesday

In a packed rally in the well of the Capitol, Fairness Campaign director Chris Hartman welcomed an energetic crowd. "You're in the people's house, folks!" he said, revving up the crowd. Along with Gov. Beshear, who told the audience he's not backing down on his support for the LGBTQ community.

Kentucky · 2025-03-11

Kentucky Lantern

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Ex-Gov. Matt Bevin and wife reach divorce settlement, ask judge to keep it secret

Saying they “need closure,” former Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin and his wife, Glenna, have asked a judge to keep confidential their proposed divorce settlement — making that request to the same judge who in June ordered the divorce case unsealed and open to the public. The Bevins’ joint motion filed Tuesday comes nearly two years […]

Kentucky · 2025-03-12

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‘It’s extremely complicated’: Sheriff Stines’ attorney on deadly shooting

LETCHER COUNTY, Ky. (Court TV) — Despite video showing what appears to be a cold-blooded murder, the attorney representing former Sheriff Shawn ‘Mickey’ Stines insists there’s more to the case than meets the eye. Stines is charged with murdering District Judge Kevin Mullins in his chambers on Sept. 19, 2024. A video inside the judge’s ... Read more »

Kentucky · 2025-03-12

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Man found dead with gunshot wound in Henderson County, girlfriend charged with manslaughter

HENDERSON COUNTY, Ky. (WEVV) — A Henderson woman has been arrested and charged in connection to a homicide investigation. The Henderson County Sheriff's Office says deputies and detectives responded to an area of Rudy Road on March 10 to investigate a report of a man who had been found dead, supposedly due to unknown circumstances.

Henderson County, KY · 2025-03-12

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KY Senate passes bills on age for conceal carry, lowering driver permit age

With just three days left before the General Assembly goes into its 10-day veto recess, there was a flurry of action on bills, which in the Senate included measures to lower the minimum age for concealed carry and lowering the age at which a driver’s permit can be issued.

Kentucky · 2025-03-12

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'Not seriously infected enough': Kentucky physicians say abortion ban complicates treatment of pregnancy emergencies

According to House Bill 414 backers, the new provisions — added to perinatal palliative care changes — would ease some concerns doctors have when treating pregnancy complications they fear could lead to lawsuits under Kentucky's strict abortion ban. Dr. Jeff Goldberg with the American College of Obstetricians and...

Kentucky · 2025-03-12

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Coroner called to scene in Lexington

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - UPDATE: Police tell us a body was found, but no foul play is suspected. ORIGINAL: The coroner is at the scene of a developing situation in Lexington. Details of what’s going on have not yet been confirmed, but it’s happening in the area of Haggard Ln & Radcliffe Rd.

Lexington, KY · 2025-03-12

The Courier Journal

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Medicaid cuts will be devastating. Kentucky must protect people with disabilities. | Letter

I am writing to express my profound concern regarding the proposed cuts to government programs supporting individuals with disabilities who rely on Medicaid waivers such as the Michelle P. Waiver and the SCL Waiver . These cuts pose a catastrophic threat to the well-being and even the lives of countless vulnerable citizens.The potential consequences extend far beyond mere inconvenience. The elimination or reduction of these vital services will leave many individuals unable to access essential medications, vital therapies and critical support services. For children with autism and other developmental disabilities, this lack of access will lead to significant deterioration...

Kentucky · 2025-03-13