State Senator C.B. Embry passes away after cancer battle
Just days after Kentucky state Senator C.B. Embry Jr. submitted his formal resignation because of his health, state leaders confirmed Friday morning the Morgantown lawmaker…
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State takes back $15 million investment in Braidy Industries
On Thursday, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear announced the state has recouped its $15 million investment in a company that was set to build an aluminum…
State Senator C.B. Embry formally submits resignation due to illness
Ahead of his official retirement at the end of his term ending this year, Kentucky state Senator C.B. Embry formally submitted his resignation Monday due…
Calipari and Payne share insights on leadership, competition, and more at Kentucky Chamber Annual Meeting
Sharing the stage for the first time as opposing men’s basketball coaches, University of Kentucky (UK)’s John Calipari and University of Louisville (UofL)’s Kenny Payne…
Kelly Craft launches campaign for governor of Kentucky
On Wednesday morning, Kelly Craft announced she is entering the 2023 race for governor of Kentucky. Craft becomes the 5th Republican candidate to enter the…
Kentucky meets budget goals needed to lower individual income tax to 4.5% in January 2023
During the 2022 session, the General Assembly took action to begin gradually lowering Kentucky’s individual income tax. The legislation included goals the state must meet…
State provides $212 million in flood relief funds during special legislative session
UPDATED: Lawmakers concluded their three-day special session to provide financial relief to counties impacted by flooding in eastern Kentucky and the bill was signed by…
Lawmakers hear about workforce solutions being created for the healthcare industry and more through Talent Pipeline Management
In a meeting of the Interim Joint Committee on Health, Welfare, and Family Services at the Kentucky State Fair Thursday, Kentucky Chamber Foundation Workforce Center…
Businesses are experiencing significant losses and increased costs due to cybersecurity issues
Cybersecurity is a bigger concern than ever before. The Kentucky Chamber testified in front of legislators Wednesday detailing the ways the issue is impacting businesses…
Kentucky Supreme Court launches mental health commission
On Thursday, the Kentucky Supreme Court announced the formation of a new group focused on substance use, mental health, and intellectual disabilities. The new Kentucky…