Ford says EV battery plants complicating UAW negotiations
As United Auto Workers (UAW) union strikes continue to expand across the country, Ford Motor Company CEO Jim Farley said Friday the negotiations are being…
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Ryan Quarles named Kentucky Community and Technical College System President
Following a nationwide search, the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) has named current Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles as their new president. Earlier…
GE Appliances completes $450 million investment positioning the Louisville plant as the largest dishwasher manufacturer
GE Appliances unveiled the results of a $450 million dollar investment in their Louisville assembly facility Wednesday. Gov. Andy Beshear, Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg, and…
Kentucky’s plan for tax reform working as intended
A vote to further reduce Kentucky’s individual income tax rate in the 2024 legislative session is unlikely, based on a new state government report released…
Sports wagering licenses approved ahead of launch in Kentucky
Kentuckians will be able to place bets on sporting events starting September 7th following legislation legalizing the wagers in the state during the 2023 session….
Lawmakers hear solutions for military hiring and other ways to ensure a diverse workforce
In two testimonies in front of lawmakers on Tuesday, the Kentucky Chamber detailed initiatives by the business community to secure a strong, diverse workforce. Kentucky…
Governor’s race candidates unveil their plans for education in Kentucky
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear and his Republican opponent in the 2023 governor’s race, Attorney General Daniel Cameron, have each released their plans for the future…
Injunction protects Kentucky Chamber members while EPA and Army Corps prepare new WOTUS rule
UPDATE: On July 3, the Sixth Circuit issued an order, requested by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), that holds the Kentucky Chamber’s WOTUS appeal…
Toyota investing more in Kentucky with plans for first electric vehicle
On Wednesday, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear announced Toyota has committed to retain 700 full-time Kentucky jobs and establish the company’s first U.S.-assembled battery electric vehicle…
Kentucky business community urges Congress to take action on debt ceiling deal
President Joe Biden and Congressional leaders have reached an agreement on a deal related to the nation’s debt ceiling to avoid default. The plan is…