Just two days after being reelected, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has issued a state of emergency as firefighters battle dozens of wildfires. More than 30 wildfires are burning after the governor said ongoing drought conditions “intensified” the threat. There are 31 active fires that “continue to spread,” the governor said, There are also 36 contained … Read more
At a Thursday fundraising event in Chicago, President Biden trolled Republicans after Democrats secured several victories on election night. “Democrats had an incredible night once again,” Biden said at the event, touting Democrats out-performing Republicans, citing wins in Kentucky, Ohio, Virginia and Pennsylvania. “What happened on Tuesday is not unusual,” Biden said. He added that … Read more
It’s Election Day in Ohio and the issue of abortion is directly on the ballot. More than a year after the Dobbs decision, early exit polls show an Ohio electorate that is dissatisfied about the overturn of Roe v. Wade, including almost 4 in 10 who are angry about it. Women, Democrats, younger voters are … Read more
A separation weekend in the Big 12 and Southeastern Conference turned into a survive-and-advance Saturday around college football. It’s November. Just win. Don’t fret over the how. No. 1 Georgia got all it could handle from No 14 Missouri and No. 8 Alabama won a score-fest with No. 13 LSU to put the SEC superpowers on a collision course … Read more
A building collapsed on two men in Kentucky, prompting the governor to declare a state of emergency. Gov. Andy Beshear made the declaration around 6:25 a.m., writing on X, formerly known as Twitter, that it would mobilize state resources to rescue the two men. “Kentucky, please join Britainy and me in praying for their safety … Read more
The Federal Reserve kept its key short-term interest rate unchanged Wednesday for a second straight time but left the door open to further rate hikes if inflation pressures should accelerate in the months ahead. What You Need To Know The Federal Reserve kept its key short-term interest rate unchanged Wednesday for a second straight time … Read more
LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — Bluegrass Realtors released its latest report on the housing market which shows that as of the end of September home inventory levels are at the highest of the year. But home inventory levels are still down year-over-year. The organization’s 2023 president, Kelly Nisbet, says this … Read more
An interesting study recently delved into the everyday dietary preferences of Americans. The subject marks the initiation of a fascinating exploration — the most searched diet in every state. This comprehensive research, conducted by experts at Total Shape, has scrutinized nationwide Google searches over the past year for five prominent diets in the United States. … Read more
The nation’s economy expanded at a robust 4.9% annual rate from July through September as Americans defied higher prices, rising interest rates and widespread forecasts of a recession to spend at a brisk pace. What You Need To Know The nation’s economy expanded at a robust 4.9% annual rate from July through September as Americans … Read more
The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is touting its enrollment and workforce development efforts, publishing a report finding that it “achieved unprecedented results to address immediate workforce needs in Fiscal Year 2023.” Announcing the report in a news release Wednesday, KCTCS said it partnered with 248 companies throughout Kentucky to offer customized training to … Read more