Three Jewish women got their day in court Monday as they challenged Kentucky’s near-total abortion ban, saying it interferes with their religious beliefs about life and ability to become pregnant.
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Here's a closer look at the United Nations' breakdown of casualties. The overall total of more than 35,000 Palestinians killed since Oct. 7, based on Gaza Health Ministry figures, has not declined.
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Two state departments say they are open to further regulating industry
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State could put $11M into intensive probation effort along with new contract
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Kentucky is below the national average for obtaining a REAL ID ahead of a federal deadline that’s now one year away. Only 28 percent of state's population has obtained a REAL ID which is a more secure driver's license or identification card that will be required by May 7, 2025 to board domestic flights, visit military bases, and enter certain federal buildings.
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A majority of Kentucky justices did not file financial disclosures last year and did not file their reports on time in 2024, adding to existing criticisms that the state’s judicial transparency rules are among the worst in the country.
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By the end of Kentucky's primary this year, the outcome of more than half of the state’s legislative races will be all but decided. In a number of races, only one candidate or members of just one party are running.
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The 2024 Voter Guide from Kentucky Public Radio is live. Here’s a post about how we made it a reality.
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For Noem, "every state is now a border state" including her own where she says some tribal leaders are benefiting from drug cartel activity.
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There have been no reports of negative reactions as a result of the recall, the FDA said last week. The products should be thrown away, or returned to either an Aldi or HyVee store for a full refund.
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Planes make diversions — also called "emergency landings" — all the time. Almost always, everyone on board is fine. Here are some reasons why.
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A special education staffing crisis is raging through many U.S. school districts. It's taking a toll on students and families.
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When Amylyx Pharmaceuticals found out its ALS drug Relyvrio didn't work, the company took the unusual step of voluntarily pulling it off the market.
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Netiporn Sanesangkhom, 28, was a member of the activist group Thaluwang, known demanding reform of the monarchy and abolition of the law that makes it illegal to defame members of the royal family.