Gov. Andy Beshear’s announced that his reelection campaign raised over $1 million in campaign funds in the first quarter of 2022. This brings his total to $2.4 million in six months since he announced his reelection campaign. “Our team is working to preserve and expand on the progress we’ve made for Kentuckians over the last […]
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Forget the ‘theatrics’: Here’s what a family court judge does and why these candidates are running
It looks like a competitive May primary is still possible for one Kenton County Family Court judge race. A motion to dismiss a lawsuit against Ben Dusing, claiming he is not eligible to run because his law license is temporarily suspended, was filed this week. That means there will likely be three candidates for District […]
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Secretary of State: ‘Restore Election Integrity Tour’ touting ‘false allegations’
Kentucky Secretary of State Michael Adams released a letter Monday on the “false allegations” of the “Restore Election Integrity Tour,” which will include a stop at the Erlanger Branch of the Kenton County Public Library Monday evening. In the letter, which was signed by Republican and Democratic of the State Board of Elections and County […]
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Lawsuit filed to remove NKY defense attorney Ben Dusing from ballot in Kenton County judge race
Northern Kentucky attorney Brian Halloran filed a lawsuit in Kenton County Circuit Court Tuesday, claiming embattled defense attorney Ben Dusing is not eligible to run for Kenton County Family Court judge because he is no longer licensed to practice law in the state. The Kentucky Supreme Court temporarily suspended Dusing’s law license last month pending […]
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Ben Dusing: Temporary suspension won’t affect Kenton County judge race
Attorney Ben Dusing spoke to LINK nky a day after the Kentucky Supreme Court issued a temporary suspension of his ability to practice law pending a “full psychological evaluation.” The candidate for Kenton County family court judge said this will not affect his role in the race. “I intend to do the thing I’m supposed […]
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Boone County GOP Survey Delves Into Controversial Topics
Written by Mark Payne, LINK nky politics and government reporter The Boone County Republican Party is circulating a survey to its primary candidates ahead of the May 17 primaries. While some questions focus on political positioning and strategy, some focus on controversial topics. “The questions for this survey were compiled from a list submitted by […]
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How is Ballot Positioning Chosen in Kentucky? A Bourbon Barrel and Wooden Blocks
Story by Mark Payne, LINK nky government and politics reporter On a small round table, with square wooden blocks with round numbers representing 1 through 27, and a replica bourbon barrel, the ballot positions for Kentucky’s primary elections were determined on Monday in the secretary of state’s office. Due to the candidate filing deadline being […]
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State Democratic Leader Won’t Run Again in New District
Written by Mark Payne, LINK nky politics and government reporter Kentucky House Democratic Caucus Leader Joni Jenkins announced that she is withdrawing as a candidate from the 44th district. “I have loved representing my beautifully diverse district for many years and will be forever grateful that the voters gave me the chance to serve them,” […]
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Here’s who has filed for Northern Kentucky judicial races
Written by Mark Payne, LINK nky politics and government reporter After Tuesday’s candidate filing deadline, the local and legislative races came into view. There will also be competitive judicial races for Northern Kentucky voters to consider. In the Supreme Court – District 6 race, incumbent Justice Michelle Keller will face Joe Fischer, who currently serves […]
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Here’s Who Has Filed for Election in Boone County
Written by Haley Parnell, LINK nky reporter Tuesday afternoon marked the filing deadline for candidates seeking legislative, county, and some local offices. Here are the candidates running in Boone County: Florence Mayor Duane FroelicherJulie Metzger Aubuchon Florence City Council (6 Seats) Jonathan TrimbleMel CarrollDavid OsborneGary WynnJenna KemperLesley ChambersJ. Kelly HuffBrian Scott KinrossA. Page Tubesing-BeetemPatricia WingoAaron […]
