Second Kentucky Soldier Killed in Operation Epic Fury

Tech Sgt. Ashley Pruitt was from Bardstown.

County Grieves Fallen Soldier

Community remembers Kentucky soldier killed in an Iranian attack.

President Trump Makes Stop Kentucky

President Trump talks economy, Iran and ousting Rep. Massie at Northern Kentucky event.

First Vetoed Bill of 2026 Session Overturned

Lawmakers overturn the first vetoed bill of the 2026 Kentucky General Assembly.

Kentucky Soldier Killed in Iran War

Kentucky soldier the seventh U.S. soldier to die in Iran war.

Kentucky Sues Trump Administration Over Tariffs

Kentucky joins a multi-state lawsuit against Trump administration over tariffs.

Diplomacy Expert Gives His Insight on the war in Iran

A look at the diplomatic and economic stakes of the war with Iran.

Kentucky Reaction to Firing of Secretary of Homeland Security

Kentucky’s federal delegation reacts to firing of Kristi Noem.

Reporter’s Notebook

Karolina Buczek of WLEX discusses education bills before the state legislature.

FBI Director Visits Kentucky

FBI Director Kash Patel attends law enforcement event in Manchester.

Reporter’s Notebook

NKyTribune reporter David Rotenstein on bill limiting regulations on short-term rentals.

Local Reaction to State of the Union Address

Kentucky state leaders react to President Donald Trump’s State of the Union Address.

Inside Kentucky Politics

A look at candidate messaging in the U.S. Senate race.

Inside Kentucky Politics

Renee Shaw discusses local political headlines with Bob Babbage and Trey Grayson.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on 4th District Congressional Race

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis gives his opinion on Congressman Thomas Massie.

Reporter’s Notebook: Wes Swietek

Bowling Green Daily News managing editor on stories making headlines in Warren County.

Florida Governor Urges KY to Join Budget Movement

Florida’s governor comes to Kentucky to push for an amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

Some Kentucky Jails Getting Millions Renting Beds to ICE

Increasing number of ICE inmates being housed in Kentucky jails.

Congressman Massie: DOJ Still Has Work to Do in Epstein Case

On Saturday, the DOJ said it was in full compliance with the Jeffrey Epstein Transparaency Act.

KY Secretary of State Discusses Push to Nationalize Elections

Kentucky’s Republican secretary of state says it’s time to move on from the 2020 election.

KY Congressman on Federal Budget and ICE

Congressman Morgan McGarvey outlines ICE reforms he wants to see.

Massie Grills U.S. Attorney General over Epstein Files

Congressman Massie gets in heated exchange with U.S. Attorney General over Epstein files.

Governor Questions Auditor’s Report on Questionable Spending

Gov. Beshear responds to auditor’s claims about questionable spending in executive branch.

Rand Paul, Thomas Massie Hold Town Hall

Federal budget and ICE among topics Senator Paul, Congressman Massie discussed at town hall.

Reporter’s Notebook: Lisa Autry

Status of data center plans in western Kentucky.

Beshear Pushes Back on Trump’s Threats to Nationalize Elections

Governor Beshear says voters won’t be ‘bullied’ by president’s threats to nationalize elections.

Thomas Massie on President Trump Endorsing His Opponent

Massie Says Trump’s endorsement of opponent is about more than congressional race.

Andy Barr Releases First U.S. Senate Campaign Ad

Congressman Barr blasts DEI initiatives in new campaign ad.

Reporter’s Notebook: Jess Clark

Discussion of Kentucky Senate GOP and public education policies.

New Poll Show Barr, Cameron in Tight Senate Race

It’s the second poll to come out this week showing Barr with a slight lead.

The Champ Gets a Stamp

Muhammad Ali forever stamp unveiled.

Inside Kentucky Politics

Pantsuit Politics hosts a talk about the fallout of the government shutdown.

Former Lawmaker Calls for GOP to Do Better

Whitney Westerfield says the Republican Party must ‘do better.’

McGarvey, Beshear Discuss Government Shutdown

The two talked about the impact the shutdown is having on Kentucky.

Hardin Co. GOP Official’s Post Sparks Backlash

A video shared online showed former President Obama and his wife as apes.

Trump Endorses Former SEAL to Challenge Massie

President Trump is encouraging Ed Gallrein to challenge Congressman Massie.

Senator Mitch McConnell “All Good” After Fall

U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell’s team gives an update after his fall.

U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell Honored in Louisville

Hundreds gather in Louisville to honor U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell.

Amy McGrath on Why She’s Running Again for U.S. Senate

Amy McGrath talks with KET’s Renee Shaw about why she’s running for the U.S. Senate again.

Amy McGrath Talks About Preparing for Her Third Campaign

Amy McGrath says she’s “battle-tested” and ready for a comeback.

Amy McGrath Launches Second Kentucky Senate Bid

Amy McGrath joins race to fill U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell’s seat.

London’s Impeached Mayor is Back On the Job

Mayor Randall Weddle spoke to city council after resuming his position.

Massie and Paul Making Campaign Stops in Kentucky

Massie says he has the support he needs to move toward releasing the Epstein files.

“Pantsuit Politics” Podcasters Discuss Toxic Social Media

Podcasters talk about what can be done to improve social media’s toxic atmosphere.

Another Democrat Enters Kentucky’s U.S. Senate Race

The former Secret Service agent is from Lyon County.

Barr Claims Momentum in U.S. Senate Race

What a new poll by a pro-Barr PAC says about Kentucky’s U.S. Senate race.

New Face Enters Kentucky Congressional Race

The businesswoman and bourbon blogger is the fourth Democrat to enter the Sixth District race.

State Senator Jimmy Higdon on His Political Future

State lawmaker announces his current term will be his last.

Violent Crime Report

Lawmakers review findings of new violent crime report.

Thayer Speaks Out on Redistricting and Senate Race

Damon Thayer talks Kentucky’s U.S. Senate race.

Governor Beshear on Redrawing Congressional Maps

Governor Beshear addresses redistricting Kentucky’s congressional maps

Congressman Barr Hears from Veterans in Richmond

Veterans express concerns over federal cuts to Congressman Barr.

Previewing U.S. Senate Race, Thayer Holds No Punches

The former Kentucky Senate Majority Floor Leader also says who he favors to win.

Kentucky Farm Bureau Ham Breakfast and Auction

Politics and a pricey pork dominate at the Kentucky State Fair

GOP Senate Candidates Attend Lincoln Day Dinner

GOP Senate candidates take their campaigns to the Lincoln Day Dinner.

Comer Discusses Subpoenas in Epstein Case

Kentucky congressman on who’s being summoned to appear in the Jeffrey Epstein case.

House Committee Issues Subpoenas in Epstein Case

The committee seeks to depose a number of officials in the Clinton, Obama and Trump administrations.

Who Is Raising the Most in Kentucky’s U.S. Senate Race

The race is expected to reach historic funding levels.

Kentucky’s U.S. Senate Race Focus of Fancy Farm 145

A look at some of the jokes and jabs from three GOP candidates vying for the U.S. Senate.

Massie Pushing For House Vote on Epstein Case

Congressman Massie says he agrees with calls to subpoena Epstein’s estate.

Beshear Appears in Vogue Magazine as Speculation About His Future Political Plans Grow

Beshear hasn’t said if he will run for president, but he hasn’t ruled it out either.

Sec. Adams Discusses Human Trafficking in Washington, D.C.

Adams wants to make people aware that human trafficking happens everywhere.

Former State Sen. Ralph Alvarado Enters Congressional Race

Alvarado was Commissioner of Tennessee’s Department of Health until last week.

Somerset Mayor Discusses Political Future

Mayor Alan Keck talked about his future political aspirations.

President Trump Gets High Praise from Kentucky Base

Republican voters gathered for a fundraiser Friday in Madison County.

One-on-One with State Rep. Josh Bray

Rep. Bray sat down with Renee Shaw in Somerset.

Deanna Gordon Launches Congressional Bid

The current state representative hopes to succeed Congressman Andy Barr.

Former State Sen. Teases Congressional Bid

Ralph Alvarado is currently the Commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Health.

Who’s Seeking to Replace McConnell?

The 2026 election for U.S. Senate could be a crowded race in Kentucky.

Massie Sole Republican to Vote Against Johnson

Rep. Mike Johnson was reelected Speaker of the House by the narrowest of margins.

Sen. Wise Looks Ahead to 2025 General Assembly

Sen. Wise says workforce participation and DEI will be topic during the upcoming session.

Meet KY’s New Floor Manager in the State Senate

Sen. Max Wise was chosen as Senate Majority Floor Leader, replacing Sen. Damon Thayer.

Sen. Maj. Leader Thayer Discusses Politics, Bourbon, Horses

Outgoing State Senate Majority Leader Damon Thayer discusses what he’s focusing on after retirement.

Sen. Maj. Leader Thayer Discusses Future Political Plans

Outgoing State Senate Majority Leader Damon Thayer says he’s keeping his options open.

Inside Kentucky Politics (10/18/2024)

Renee Shaw talks with Trey Grayson and Bob Babbage ahead of the Nov. 5 General Election

Inside Kentucky Politics (10/11/2024)

A look at some key races in Kentucky’s 2024 General Election.

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Renee Shaw talks with McKenna Horsley with the Kentucky Lantern.

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Renee Shaw talks Kentucky politics with Bob Babbage and Trey Grayson.

Inside Kentucky Politics (8/23/2024)

A look at political headlines around Kentucky.

Inside Kentucky Politics (8/9/2024)

Inside Kentucky Politics with Abby Piper and Jared Smith.

Inside Kentucky Politics (Aug. 2, 2024)

A Democratic lawmaker is asked to resign and the eve of Fancy Farm.

Inside Kentucky Politics (7/26/2024)

Analysis of top political stories in Kentucky.

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Analysis of top political stories in Kentucky.

Inside Kentucky Politics (7/12/2024)

Inside Kentucky Politics with Ryland Barton

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Analysis of the top political stories in Kentucky.

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Jared Smith and Abby Piper talk with Renee Shaw about the results of the 2024 Kentucky Primary.

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Take a look inside Kentucky politics with Trey Grayson and Bob Babbage.

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Inside Kentucky Politics with Tres Watson and Morgan Eaves.

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Inside Kentucky Politics with Will Carle and Iris Wilbur.

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Inside Kentucky Politics with Ryland Barton.

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Take a look inside Kentucky politics with Abby Piper and Jared Smith.

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Inside Kentucky Politics with Stephanie Bell and Jason Rainey.

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Inside Kentucky Politics with Bob Babbage and Trey Grayson.

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Inside Kentucky Politics with Morgan Eaves and Tres Watson

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Inside Kentucky Politics with Will Carle and Rebecca Hartsough.

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Inside Kentucky Politics with Stephanie Bell and Jason Rainey.

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Inside Kentucky Politics with Bob Babbage and Trey Grayson.

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Inside Kentucky Politics with Trey Watson and Kelsey Coots.

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Inside Kentucky Politics with Jonathan Miller and Julia Crigler.