The Commonwealth’s Attorney for Kentucky’s 46th Judicial Circuit, Rick Hardin, has announced his run for Kentucky governor in 2027. A representative from the Kentucky Secretary of State’s office confirmed his filing with LINK nky. He will be the first person to officially file to run for governor. “For decades, Republicans and Democrats have promised to […]
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Andy Barr wins U.S. Senate seat
Republican Andy Barr was elected U.S. senator in Kentucky on Nov. 3, to replace longtime Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell, who did not seek reelection. Barr won the race, defeating Democrat Charles Booker, Kentucky Party candidate Christopher Campbell and write-in candidate Thomas Michael Murphy. Barr will serve a six-year term beginning in January 2027. Barr, who […]
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Kentucky votes ‘Yes’ on Amendment 1 restricting governor’s pardon powers
Kentucky voters approved a constitutional amendment on Nov. 3, that would temporarily restrict a governor’s ability to issue pardons or commute criminal sentences around gubernatorial elections. Amendment 1 would prohibit governors from granting pardons or commuting sentences beginning 60 days before a gubernatorial election until the fifth Tuesday after the election, when the next term […]
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Low voter turnout is a persistent problem in NKY. What actually works to fix it?
For years, Northern Kentucky has struggled to get voters to the polls, particularly in nonpresidential elections. Improving turnout might require more than convincing residents to participate. It could mean changing how Kentucky conducts its elections. From expanding early voting to opening partisan primaries to independent voters, researchers and election experts have identified potential solutions, some […]
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How write-in voting works in Kentucky and who’s running in NKY
When Northern Kentucky voters head to the polls Nov. 3, they won’t necessarily see every candidate’s name printed on their ballots. Several candidates are running as write-ins in races ranging from the U.S. Senate to local school boards and city councils. While their names won’t appear alongside other candidates, voters can still support them by […]
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Ron Paul backs Libertarian Jeremy Todd in race for Massie’s congressional seat
Former presidential candidate and congressman Ron Paul has endorsed Jeremy Todd to replace outgoing Rep. Thomas Massie. Todd is the Libertarian Party candidate in the upcoming general election for Kentucky’s 4th Congressional District, which includes Northern Kentucky. He entered the race after Massie lost to former Navy SEAL Ed Gallrein in May’s Republican primary. Paul, […]
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Economists forecast lower Kentucky revenue growth amid ‘much uncertainty’ in economy
A group of economists in charge of forecasting how much revenue Kentucky will bring in the next two fiscal years predicted a more pessimistic financial outlook in the coming years, citing a number of uncertainties in the economy. During a Tuesday meeting, the Consensus Forecasting Group, made up of economists from around the state, chose […]
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Kentucky to receive millions in federal funding for mental health services
Kentucky will receive $17 million in federal funding from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Gov. Andy Beshear announced Monday. The money will be used to support the 988 suicide prevention lifeline, youth mental health, addiction recovery, doula services and more. “Mental health is just as important as physical health, and devoting more […]
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Last Call for Ticket Sales: Boots, Bourbon & Biscuits Returns to Raise Funds for Kentucky and Ohio Kids
Children’s Law Center’s beloved fall brunch tradition supports free legal advocacy for children and youth across the region — but the window to grab a seat is closing fast. It’s a fan-favorite fall tradition, as boots come out of the closet and biscuits come out of the oven for Children’s Law Center’s signature fundraiser: Boots, […]
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Hottest Septembers in Kentucky since 1895
In 2022, the continental United States experienced its third hottest July since 1895, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, while 20 states saw one of their 10 hottest days in the same month. The year prior, July marked the hottest month on record worldwide. Climate change is driving rising temperatures and […]
