Task force hears testimony on child care issues, solutions
The Early Childhood Education Task Force heard testimony from multiple organizations on the need for more child care options across the state.
A Kentuckian is running for governor of South Carolina
We’ve got a Kentucky native running for governor of another state — Learn more here!
Youth to speak on Capitol steps on abortion rights
A trio of young people are organizing a rally at the state Capitol to “demand bodily autonomy for ALL.”
Tonight: Morgan McGarvey on “Colonels of Truth”
Morgan McGarvey, candidate for Congress in Kentucky’s 3rd district, will be on the “Colonels of Truth” live show tonight at 7 pm Eastern.
Monday News and Notes
McConnell censured, Beshear on endorsing Booker, Ball announces run, Heine Bros workers charge unfair labor practices
47 Repubs voted with the Dems in support of marriage equality – but ours weren’t among them.
A bill protecting marriage equality passed the House, with the help of 47 Republicans who voted for it. Guess who voted against it?
Kentucky Constable Association challenges constitutionality of new law
The KY Constable Association has filed suit seeking an injunction against enforcement of a new law that blocks recently elected Constables from discharging their duties.
Judge rules in Beshear’s favor on ethics commission
A bill that removed Governor Beshear’s ability to appoint member of the Ethics Commission was overturned on Monday.
Fact Check: Abortion, defined as the termination of pregnancy, can be necessary to save a woman’s life
A trending tweet says that there are certain medical conditions for which the only treatment is an abortion. Is this true?
PSC taking comments on utilities’ long-term plans; hearing July 12
Next week, the Kentucky Public Service Commission takes public comments in person on a long-term plan by the state's major utilities.
Abortion in KY: Allowed for now, but AG keeps appealing to higher courts
Kentucky’s trigger law is not in effect at the moment, due to a number of court rulings – but AG Cameron is continuing his appeals of those rulings.
Booker at Repro Rights Rally in Pikeville
Senate candidate Charles Booker was in Pikeville yesterday, speaking at a Reproductive Rights Rally. Over 250 persons crowded into the courthouse to rally and to hear Booker speak.
