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The change, set to begin Wednesday, is intended to bring more uniform rules to wagering and follow years of scrutiny in the state’s betting and horse racing industry.
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Work to improve Interstate 71 rest areas that were temporarily shut in Oldham County is progressing, according to a WAVE3 report.
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In an interview published July 15, a nonprofit leader said her strategy focuses on pushing public scrutiny of proposed massive data centers and the processes used to approve them.
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In an interview published July 15, a mortgage-rate expert urged Kentuckians considering a purchase to avoid delaying plans in hopes of reaching pandemic-era interest rates.
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ALEX18 reports the ongoing water main construction on Limestone Street is cutting foot traffic and limiting parking for a nearby downtown restaurant, according to its owner.
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The measure, named for Logan Tipton, is set to apply beginning July 15 and revises Kentucky requirements tied to sentencing and parole.
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The Lexington-based nonprofit said its budget is getting harder to balance after grant funding did not fully meet needs, prompting a public request for donations and continued support to maintain services.
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Louisville Public Media reports that lawmakers approved about 200 new laws and resolutions this year, with multiple changes beginning on July 15, 2026. The outlet’s roundup highlights eight measures residents may want to review.
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Kentucky’s Republican-controlled General Assembly adopted education changes aimed at student safety and administrator accountability, with new requirements set to take effect across districts beginning Wednesday.
