Driven by financial incentives, Kentucky ICE arrests ramp up
Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents arrested nearly 1,300 people in Kentucky in the first half of this year, a nearly 40% increase compared to last year.
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Public hearing nears on Kentucky juvenile justice regulations
A public hearing will be held Nov. 25 on Gov. Andy Beshear's proposed emergency regulations changing isolation policies for the state's Department of Juvenile Justice.
Report: Kentucky caregivers increasingly face financial hardship
Caregivers in Kentucky face sweeping financial and emotional challenges, often with little support, according to new data from AARP.
Default cliff looms for Kentucky student loan borrowers
Around 45 million student loan borrowers nationwide collectively owe nearly $2 trillion in federal and private student loan debt, and student loan interest is accruing for one in five Kentucky borrowers.
More than a dozen states form coalition to protect Ohio River Basin
A new coalition formed by groups in more than a dozen states, including Kentucky, aims to secure funding for a regional restoration plan for the Ohio River Basin, which 30 million people rely on for drinking water.
Kentucky utilities reach settlement under community pressure
Opponents of the increases say they'd primarily fund normal businesses costs and increase the financial burden on families in the Commonwealth struggling with inflation and high housing costs.
KY group gets kudos for service to immigrants, refugees
Central Kentucky's immigrant and Spanish-speaking residents have had greater access to resources and support since Centro de San Juan Diego opened in 2020.
More Kentuckians turning to online content creators for health advice
A recent survey from Edelman's Trust Barometer found 43% of people regret a health decision they have made because of inaccurate information.
Appalachian leaders push for strong FEMA Act
Community leaders in Appalachia are urging the U.S. House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure to keep up progress on advancing the bipartisan Fixing Emergency Management for Americans Act.
Domestic violence linked to other violent crime in Kentucky, study finds
Domestic violence drives other violent crime in Kentucky and contributes to criminal recidivism, all while draining law enforcement and court resources across the Commonwealth, according to a report from the Council of State Governments.