State News

September 8, 2026

Local Headlines

[ September 8, 2026 ] Man accused of trying to meet minors in Somerset arrested Local News
[ September 8, 2026 ] Monticello man has been arrested for trafficking in a controlled substance Local News
[ September 8, 2026 ] Fire Department Runs Report for the Labor Day Weekend Local News
[ September 8, 2026 ] Boil Water Advisory Lifted Local News
[ September 8, 2026 ] Few Spots Available for upcoming Barn Quilt Workshop Local News

Governor Beshear signs Logan’s Law, toughening sentencing and parole requirements

April 3, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – Gov. Andy Beshear signed House Bill 422, known as Logan’s Law, into law on Thursday. The bill is named after Logan Tipton, a 6-year-old from Versailles who was killed in his home in […]

Kentucky celebrates Goat Month in April

April 3, 2026 Kisha Jones

Kentucky goat producers and industry stakeholders joined Kentucky Department of Agriculture officials on Wednesday at Lakeview Park in Frankfort to proclaim April as Goat Month in Kentucky. “Goats bring diversity to our agricultural landscape […]

Keeneland ready to go after delayed start due to historic weather last year

April 3, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – Weather can be a true wild card in Kentucky during the month of April. “For opening weekend, we had a historic decision to make,” said Kara Heissenbuttel, senior director of community relations at […]

Kentucky lawmakers advance bills targeting educator sexual misconduct

April 3, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WAVE) – Kentucky lawmakers have advanced two bills aimed at combating a rise in educator sexual misconduct, but four other measures targeting the problem have stalled for months. House Bill 4 makes grooming a criminal offense […]

Kentucky gas prices climb as drivers face higher costs at the pump

April 2, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – Gas prices continue to climb as the conflict in Iran disrupts oil supply through the Strait of Hormuz, with experts warning prices could keep rising. As of Wednesday, gas is averaging $4 per […]

Kentucky lawmakers pass bill changing eligibility for school board members

April 2, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – A Senate Bill passed on Day 58 of the 2026 Legislative Session could mean changes for Kentucky’s two largest school districts. Senate Bill 4 received final passage late Wednesday night. Language in the […]

Human remains found in Rowan County identified through DNA analysis

April 2, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – Human remains found in Rowan County have been identified. The skeletal remains were found on April 19, 2025, by a man hiking with his son in Rowan County. The remains were transported to […]

Kentucky opens absentee ballot registration for May primary

April 2, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – Kentucky voters can begin registering for absentee ballots this weekend, seven weeks ahead of the state’s primary election in May. The primary will determine candidates from each party for seats, including local mayors’ […]

Kentucky’s child abuse rate rises to fifth highest in the country

April 2, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WBKO/WKYT) – Kentucky’s child abuse rate is one of the highest in the U.S., according to the latest national report. Released by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services Children’s Bureau, the “Child Maltreatment […]

Former sheriff files affidavit seeking special judge in case

April 2, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WYMT) – Attorneys representing former Letcher Co. Sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines have filed an affidavit asking the court to assign a special judge. The affidavit was filed as a request to remove a judge from […]

Kentucky bill aiming to improve access to sexual assault nurse examiners heads to governor’s desk

April 1, 2026 Kisha Jones

. (WKYT) – The Kentucky General Assembly passed a bill that seeks to increase access to sexual assault nurse examiners (SANEs), as well as a statewide coordinator. According to the most recent version of the […]

Keeneland unveils new dining spaces ahead of spring meet opening Friday

April 1, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – Keeneland’s spring meet gets underway Friday, and tens of thousands are expected to attend the first weekend at the racecourse, which is unveiling new dining spaces. Inside the paddock that is less than […]

Governor Beshear signs Logan’s Law, toughening sentencing and parole requirements

Kentucky celebrates Goat Month in April

Keeneland ready to go after delayed start due to historic weather last year

Kentucky lawmakers advance bills targeting educator sexual misconduct

Kentucky gas prices climb as drivers face higher costs at the pump

Kentucky lawmakers pass bill changing eligibility for school board members

Human remains found in Rowan County identified through DNA analysis

Kentucky opens absentee ballot registration for May primary

Kentucky’s child abuse rate rises to fifth highest in the country

Former sheriff files affidavit seeking special judge in case

Kentucky bill aiming to improve access to sexual assault nurse examiners heads to governor’s desk

Keeneland unveils new dining spaces ahead of spring meet opening Friday

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