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House Majority Caucus says state on track to see third decrease in state income tax in ’26
Members of the Interim Joint Committee on Appropriations and Revenue received formal notification Wednesday that the conditions required to lower the state’s personal income tax to 3.5% in January of 2026 have been met.
KY housing shortage will worsen without action, low-income renters most vulnerable, says study
LOUISVILLE — A leader of a national real estate research firm says if no action is taken over the next five years on Kentucky’s housing shortage, more Kentuckians could be forced to live in substandard housing, live with family or friends in crowded spaces, deal with severe housing costs or become homeless.
Sensory Awareness Day provides inclusive experience for Kentucky fairgoers with sensitivities
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - The Kentucky State Fair welcomes everyone, but on Wednesday it’s a special experience for a few. Wednesday was Sensory Awareness Day at the fair, which means fairgoers with sensory processing differences are given free admission and Thrill Ville Tickets. From 10 a.m. to noon, Thrill Ville operated with minimal light and music to create a comfortable environment.
Hungry Hawks return to State Fair
With a whirlwind of frying pans and kitchen utensils, LaRue County High School’s Junior Chef team recently returned to the Kentucky State Fair for the fifth year. Due to a modification of the 2024 competition style, the overall winner has yet to be released. The Hungry Hawks — comprised...
Taking the first step, BRASS speaks on domestic violence
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – It’s an unfortunate reality for many people, abusive relationships. Though it can be scary, asking for help is the first step to freedom. On the morning of August 19, shots were fired by Christopher Elder, striking and killing his ex-girlfriend Erica Riley as well as her mother. The shooting occurred outside of the Hardin County Justice Center where Riley and Elder were set to have a hearing for an emergency protective order. Before making it into the courthouse, Elder fatally shot Riley and her mother.
Leader of domestic violence prevention coalition reacts to fatal shootings in Hardin County
The CEO of a coalition addressing domestic violence issues says protective order hearings almost always result in some form of tension. She said sometimes it means risks to survivors, court personnel, and advocates.
Louisville official resigns in middle of internal investigation into vehicle crash
Louisville’s Youth Transitional Services director Toni Rice resigned Tuesday amid an internal investigation into a single-vehicle crash of her city-issued car. She has been under investigation since Aug. 1 by the Louisville Metro Police Public Integrity Unit, according to a statement from the Mayor’s Office. ...
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