Kentucky Edition

Kentucky Edition

KET presents a new weeknight series that features reporting from across Kentucky examining complex regional and statewide issues in relevant, meaningful ways. From education to the economy, agriculture to healthcare, business to the arts, Kentucky Edition, hosted by Renee Shaw, will summarize the day's major developments and explore Kentucky's fascinating people, places and events.

Episodes

June 19, 2025

June 20, 2025 • 27 mins
The Muhammad Ali Center kicked off Juneteenth festivities in Louisville, President Trump taps a Kentuckian for a federal judgeship who was nearly nominated by former President Biden, and state lawmakers hear about a rise in youth suicide and a decline in childhood vaccinations.
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June 18, 2025

June 20, 2025 • 27 mins
State lawmakers say Governor Andy Beshear has not spoken to them about the possibility of a special session to approve state funding for storm and tornado recovery, the Family Foundation and the ACLU of Kentucky respond to the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to uphold a law banning gender-affirming care for transgender minors, and the new Brent Spence bridge design is unveiled.
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June 17, 2025

June 20, 2025 • 27 mins
Congressman Massie takes a step to prevent U.S. involvement in the Israel-Iran war, Rep. Grossberg appears before an ethics commission, a candidate for Kentucky's 6th Congressional district picks up an endorsement, Congressman Rogers honors first responders, and Gov. Beshear names a new health commissioner.
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June 16, 2025

June 17, 2025 • 27 mins
"No Kings" rallies were held across Kentucky on Saturday, Kentuckians react to news of apparent politically-motivated violence in Minnesota, the head of the DNC visits Kentucky, and a Democratic state lawmaker facing allegations of harassing women has his latest motion denied.
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June 13, 2025

June 16, 2025 • 27 mins
A bill that would claw back more than $9 billion in spending that's already been approved has passed the U.S. House. The rescission package calls for making cuts recommended by DOGE permanent, including cuts to USAID, NPR, and PBS. KET is a PBS member station.
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June 12, 2025

June 16, 2025 • 27 mins
Sen. Rand Paul talks about ongoing protests in Los Angeles and budget negotiations, the U.S. House votes to cut funding for U.S. AID and CPB, a soldier dies in a helicopter incident at Fort Campbell, and Congressman Comer's committee presses Democratic governors about so-called sanctuary city policies.
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June 11, 2025

June 16, 2025 • 27 mins
Sen. McConnell questions Sec. Hegseth about Trump's proposed defense budget, Sen. Paul criticizes Trump's planned military parade, Congressman Guthrie pushes for tougher penalties for people selling fentanyl illegally, an old restaurant could become Lexington's first medical marijuana dispensary, and a grand opening for a new public library in Northern Kentucky. 
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June 10, 2025

June 11, 2025 • 27 mins
Kentucky's state auditor says she'll look into FCPS, the latest on an ethics investigation involving a state representative, and Congressman Guthrie discusses A.I. and nuclear energy.
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June 9, 2025

June 10, 2025 • 27 mins
A new report looks at the well-being of Kentucky children, how two universities are approaching a landmark deal for college sports, a state senator discusses her work with artificial intelligence, a new way to learn about careers in aerospace and aviation, and Special Olympics Kentucky celebrates 30 years at EKU.
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June 6, 2025

June 9, 2025 • 27 mins
Sen. Bledsoe discusses FCPS' attempt to raise the occupational tax, a bipartisan bill to promote opioid recovery clears the U.S. House, Kentucky's gas tax is falling again, honoring Kentucky officers killed in the line of duty, and feeding children during the summer.
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June 5, 2025

June 6, 2025 • 27 mins
How defunding the Job Corps program would impact Union County, Gov. Beshear renews his push for universal pre-K, the Make America Health Again Kentucky Task Force holds its first meeting, and we answer the question everyone's asking about those noisy cicadas.
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June 4, 2025

June 5, 2025 • 27 mins
Two more candidates announce they plan to run for the U.S. House of Representative in the 6th district. Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman says a proposed tax increase in Fayette County is illegal. The Make America Healthy Again movement arrives in the commonwealth.
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June 3, 2025

June 4, 2025 • 27 mins
Profiling the life and service of John and Jean Rosenberg, part two of our conversation with State Sen. Robin Webb, Kentucky Democrats discuss concerns about future cuts to Medicaid, President Trump criticizes a Kentucky Senator, and rescuing animals following a deadly tornado.
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June 2, 2025

June 3, 2025 • 27 mins
State Sen. Robin Webb discusses why she chose to switch political parties, Sen. Rand Paul visits Southern Kentucky following deadly storms and discusses the 'big  beautiful bill,' an abortion lawsuit is dismissed, and kicking off Kentucky History Month. 
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May 30, 2025

June 2, 2025 • 27 mins
A tornado kills at least one person in Washington County, a longtime state senator switches parties, McConnell talks Medicaid changes and about the "big beautiful bill," the state's largest public school district hires a new superintendent, and a new office with advanced technology to test hay.
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May 29, 2025

May 30, 2025 • 27 mins
Kentucky is a step closer to a statewide network of medical cannabis dispensaries, FEMA is on the ground helping storm survivors in southern Kentucky, Hindman Settlement School's future uncertain after federal funding cuts, and Kentucky's Commissioner of Public Health addresses new federal COVID vaccine guidance.
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May 28, 2025

May 30, 2025 • 27 mins
Gov. Beshear says it's likely he'll call a special session to deal with recent storm damage, a look at the investigation into Kentucky's medical cannabis program, new guidance regarding the COVID-19 vaccine, Lexington's first-ever riverfront park, and a city unveils its first flag.
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May 27, 2025

May 28, 2025 • 27 mins
The White House approves Kentucky's request for FEMA assistance for six counties impacted by deadly tornadoes, why medical marijuana is not yet being sold in Kentucky, looking at barriers keeping adults from finishing college, and helping older adults age safely and happily at home.
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May 26, 2025

May 28, 2025 • 27 mins
A WWII soldier from Kentucky is finally returned home for a burial, the Marine Corps celebrates a major milestone, and informing service members and their families about the resources and benefits available to them in Kentucky.
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May 23, 2025

May 27, 2025 • 27 mins
Sen. McConnell tours tornado damage in Laurel County, UK HealthCare talks about what cuts to Medicaid would be for the state, Kentucky's Attorney General heads to the southern border, JCPS works to negotiate a deal with the next superintendent, and trauma-informed care that is adventurous.
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