Some incumbents ousted, others fend off challengers in primaries for Kentucky’s legislature
Unofficial voter turnout was 25.67% statewide, about 5% higher than Kentucky’s turnout for the last midterm election primaries.
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Challenger unseats Louisville state House Democrat facing allegations of sexual harassment
No Republican candidates filed for the state House seat, meaning is likely to be the next representative after the November general election.
U.S. Rep. Andy Barr wins Republican primary for Mitch McConnell’s Senate seat
Trump touted his support for Barr in a Monday night phone call to voters, as well as his endorsements in other Kentucky primaries.
Trump-endorsed Gallrein wins heated Northern Kentucky Republican primary against incumbent Massie
The Associated Press called the race for Gallrein at 7:54 p.m. Tuesday evening.
The Supreme Court’s destruction of the Voting Rights Act reminds us of Kentucky’s ‘Great Dissenter’
Harlan seemed an unlikely champion of Black rights.
No hantavirus cases in Kentucky or Barren River District, officials say
State and local health leaders said they are prepared to respond if a case is identified.
AOC communication outlines deep staffing cuts as court system faces funding shortfall
At the center of the financial pressure is House Bill 504, part of the state’s budget process.
Kentucky AG activates election fraud hotline ahead of Election Day
The hotline is available year-round to receive messages.
Kentucky flags to fly at half-staff Friday honoring fallen officers
A joint resolution approved by Congress in 1962 designated May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which it falls as Police Week.