Kentucky Edition

A bill that could help recruit new teachers advances in Frankfort, lawmakers proceed with a bill to ban TikTok on government devices, a closer look at the slot-like gaming machines creating controversy in Kentucky, a profile of a new state lawmaker, and a discussion of this week's biggest topics during the Kentucky General Assembly.

Lawmakers consider Senate Bill 150 that critics say would mean more bullying of transgender students while supporters say the bill would give parents more transparency, supporters of so-called gray machines call on lawmakers to make a legislative fix that would ensure the games can stay in place, a committee discusses a bill that would require a section of Capitol Avenue between the Capitol and the Annex building to reopen, and a Central Kentucky school district that has a preschool program unlike most others in the state.

Frankfort lawmakers debate an income tax cut and send a plan to the governor, hundreds rally at the capitol on behalf of Kentucky kids, and why one lawmaker says she's getting behind a bill to eliminate the so-called pink tax.

The Kentucky General Assembly reconvenes with a look at the state's teacher shortage, the Coalition to Sustain the Education Profession outlines some of its recommendations for shoring up the teacher shortfall, how newly proposed legislation could help with shortages in healthcare, a House impeachment committee makes its final recommendation, Louisville's Frazier History Museum is bringing history alive, and how a farm serving retired race horses is celebrating 20 years of service.

Kelly Craft responds to her comments about dismantling the Kentucky Department of Education. A preview of the biggest issues likely to be discussed when the Kentucky General Assembly returns on Tuesday. Why some Kentuckians could lose some services when the federal government ends the COVID-19 health emergency. What Kentucky is doing to address the state's shortage of large animal veterinarians. Why some college students are sticking with online learning after the pandemic.

Tens of thousands of Kentuckians still lack access to public water; Louisville's new mayor says the state of the city is strong; why state police will be stationed at certain juvenile justice detention centers; Al Cross talks with Renee Shaw about Kelly Craft's campaign; and an Eastern Kentucky man is exploring an untapped resource in the region.

A group of Republican lawmakers today demanded change to Kentucky's juvenile justice system, including a change in leadership; a Kentucky family who lost their son to a cardiac arrest is working to make sure AEDs are available at every school sporting event; and part three of Renee Shaw's conversation with Republican gubernatorial candidate Ryan Quarles.

Rep. Brett Guthrie pushes for legislation that would end the federal COVID-19 emergency declarations; Rep. James Comer discusses pandemic-related fraud in the first Oversight Committee meeting of the new Congress; Ryan Quarles discusses how he plans to win the Republican primary for governor despite not having the largest fundraising totals; a discussion with Ryland Barton ahead of the Kentucky General Assembly's return to Frankfort next week; and introducing you to Museum Bees.

Ryan Quarles tells Renee Shaw what sets him apart from other gubernatorial candidates; Sec. Kerry Harvey recalls stories he heard from Kentuckians who said they were benefiting from medical marijuana; a felon in Western Kentucky is advocating for voting rights restoration; breaking down Louisville's new approach to tackling homelessness; and recognizing two Kentucky authors who are up for a major award.

A new report makes some recommendations that could help Kentucky attract and retain teachers; meet a Kentucky family who says they're benefiting from medical cannabis; another attack at a state juvenile justice facility; why a mother is pushing to make hazing a crime in Kentucky; and how artists in Eastern Kentucky are helping addicts recover.