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IN, KY rank among the most smoking-addicted states
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – A new study has revealed the US states most addicted to smoking, based on the percentage of residents attempting to quit. Both Indiana and Kentucky rank in the top ten for smoking addiction, with a low percentage of current smokers trying to quit. Methodology Researchers explain the study, which was conducted […]
Kentucky utilities to further study nuclear power possibilities
(The Center Square) – Two Kentucky energy providers say they plan to use federal funding to continue studying whether there are sites in the state that could be suitable for nuclear power generation. In a news release, PPL Corp., which owns Louisville Gas and Electric and Kentucky Utilities, said its subsidiaries will work with representatives from the U.S. Department of Energy and X-Energy, a nuclear design engineering firm, in the assessment. ...
Poll shows Beshear lacks national name recognition among democrats
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- Kentucky Governor, Andy Beshear’s name has been mentioned as a potential replacement for President Joe Biden, should he pull out of the race. Beshear was one of several Democrat Governors who met with Biden at the White House on Wednesday. However, according to a new poll Beshear lacks name recognition among democrats […]
KSP participating in national safe driving campaign
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) – Area state troopers are participating in Operation C.A.R.E. this month. Operation C.A.R.E. stands for Crash Awareness Reduction Effort, a national initiative aimed at focusing law enforcement’s attention on traffic violations. This includes speeding, failure to wear seatbelts, impaired/distracted driving, and commercial vehicle enforcement.
'Safer Kentucky Act' goes into effect July 15; potential impact still being debated
Among the legislation approved during this year's Kentucky General Assembly, many official agree the most significant and longest-lasting may be House Bill 5, termed the "Safer Kentucky Act" by those who proposed it. While officials on all sides of the issue agree that the legislation will have a significant impact,...
Beshear's name floated as possible presidential or vice presidential pick
The buzz about whether Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear could find a place on the Democratic presidential ticket hit a fever pitch this week. Beshear is among a host of Democratic names floated as possible presidential or vice presidential picks should President Joe Biden step aside. Monday, Beshear joined a group...
Publix Extends Reach in Kentucky
INDEPENDENCE, KY - Publix continues its expansion plans as it announces a nearly 20-acre development in Independence, Kentucky. So far Publix has placed one store in Boone county, Kenton county, and Campbell county. According to a report from Yahoo!Finance, this will be the third store in Northern Kentucky for the...
Tracking midday and afternoon strong storm chances for Independence Day
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Happy 4th of July! We are tracking some rain and storm chances as we head into your late morning and afternoon hours today. It won’t be a complete washout today, but have the rain gear handy. The best chance to see rain will be during your late morning and afternoon hours. It’s also going to feel very muggy outside through the day. Intermittent heavy downpours will be possible with any of the storms that go up due to all of that heat and moisture. There is also a severe risk out for all of central and eastern Kentucky. The Storm Prediction Center has added a Level 2 Severe Risk along and north of I-64 and the Bluegrass Parkway. A Level 1 Severe Risk remains in place for the rest of the area. The main severe weather threat will be isolated damaging wind gusts. There is also a quick spin-up tornado threat. It’s again on the lower end, but there could be some rotation that may spark a few warnings. Make sure you are staying Weather Aware throughout the day!
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