Thousands of state government workers would have to return to the office under legislation up for consideration, school districts could soon have more flexibility for making up missed days, a Kentucky State Park continues to house dozens of families displaced by flooding, state lawmakers reflect on Sen. McConnell's achievements, and exploring Kentucky connections to the raising of the American flag on Iwo Jima. 

Sen. McConnell says he won't seek reelection in 2026 unleashing a race to replace him, a religious liberty bill advances, a moment of silence could be required as part of the school day if another bill passes, giving judges more sentencing options for primary caregivers clears a House committee, and the lingering impact flooding is having on Kentucky farmers.

Gov. Beshear says damage damage from recent flooding will surpass $1 billion, lawmakers seem willing to give school district more flexibility for making up missed days, a third DUI offense could soon become a felony, a priority bill banning tax-payer funded hormone therapy for inmates generates a lot of debate, and more of Renee Shaw's conversation with Congressman Andy Barr.

Kentucky braces for a winter storm days after historic flooding, a state lawmaker shares stories of flooding in his district, a lenghty debate in the state Senate about transgender care for inmates, professors protest a bill they argue would make it easier for them to be fired, and Congressman Andy Barr discusses his future political aspirations.

At least 11 dead and more than 1,000 people rescued after widespread flooding in Kentucky, Congressman Andy Barr responds to President Trump's argument to eliminate the department that responds to natural disasters as the state deals with more destruction, and Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame inductee and celebrated artist, Elmer Lucille Allen, talks about growing up in segregated Louisville.

Governor Andy Beshear declares a state of emergency ahead of expected flooding this weekend, Kentucky lawmakers wade into a debate on state standards on water quality, coal and jobs, and meet a Grayson County couple who have teamed up to clean up other people’s junk.

A bill to ban hormone treatment and elective gender reassignment surgery for inmates clears a Senate committee, looking at ways of improving the state's youth detention centers, a Democratic leader in the House introduces two bills to expand abortion access in Kentucky, Gov. Beshear releases additional money to fund SEEK, and a Western Kentucky school district is removing barriers to healthcare. 

A bill to require certain students to repeat kindergarten advances in Frankfort, lawmakers advance a measure that some say could help protect victims from violent partners, the full Senate passes a bill aimed at what the FBI says is the fastest growing crimes against children, and a medical student wins first place in a contest that combines science and art. 

State auditor and secretary for the Cabinet for Health and Family Services speak to lawmakers about report on foster kids sleeping in state office buildings, Congressman Andy Barr’s camp responds to reports he’s planning to run for Senator Mitch McConnell's seat, and Louisville’s chamber of commerce unveils its five-year strategic plan to create new jobs and attract new people to the region. 

Pregnant women in Kentucky may soon have another option when it comes to labor and delivery, a Kentucky doctor talks about the potential impact of a newly-approved non-opioid pain medication, and a recovery center prepares people to work in one of the Commonwealth's signature industries.