Governor Kentucky Here’s

I’m the Governor of Kentucky. Here’s How Democrats Can Win Again.

I won re-election last year in a state that Trump just carried by 30 points. Here’s how.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 12

Trump wins Kentucky

Former President Trump has won the 2024 presidential race in Kentucky, according to a projection from Decision Desk HQ. A reliably red state, Trump won Kentucky in 2016 and 2020 by a nearly ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Explosion rocks Louisville, Kentucky, neighborhood

An explosion in Louisville, Kentucky, injured several people on Tuesday at the Givaudan Sense Colour plant, a company that produces coloring for soft drinks. CBS News national correspondent Dave ...

Democratic governors dress as Walz for Halloween

Democratic governors are dressing up as Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) for Halloween with just five days to go until Election Day. Govs. Wes Moore of Maryland, Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan, Maura ...

Politics - The Hill - October 31

Braun wins Indiana governor's race

Sen. Mike Braun (R) has won Indiana's gubernatorial race, according to a projection from Decision Desk HQ. The latest polling ahead of the election showed Braun with nearly a 10-point lead over his ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Kehoe wins Missouri governor's race

Missouri Lt. Gov. Mike Kehoe (R) has won the governor’s mansion to replace the term-limited Gov. Mike Parson (R), according to a projection from Decision Desk HQ. Kehoe was expected to win the Show ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Gianforte wins reelection as Montana governor

Gov. Greg Gianforte (R) has won a second term as Montana's governor, Decision Desk HQ projects. Gianforte, a former member of the House, won his initial term in the governor's mansion in 2020, ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Explosion in Louisville, Kentucky, leaves 12 injured

At least 12 people were taken to hospitals and residents were urged to shelter in place after an explosion at a Louisville, Kentucky, business.

At least 11 injured in explosion in Louisville, Kentucky

At least 11 people were injured in an explosion at a business in Louisville, Kentucky. Dave Malkoff has the latest.

2 Workers Are Killed in ‘Tremendous Explosion’ at Kentucky Plant

The explosion at a food-coloring facility in Louisville also injured several others and caused widespread destruction.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 13

Power Rankings: Gonzaga, Auburn, Kentucky make gains

Statement wins helped the Zags, Tigers and Wildcats enjoy massive boosts.

Sports - ESPN - 6 days ago

The ‘Greenest Governor’ Fights to Save a Landmark Climate Law

Environmentalists and one of the world’s biggest oil companies support Washington State’s cap on carbon. But voters are deciding whether to repeal the law amid concerns about energy costs.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 25

Menendez brothers latest: DA to petition governor for clemency

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón is supporting the Menendez brothers' new effort to petition California Gov. Gavin Newsom for clemency

Trump resistance rises in states led by Democratic governors

Democratic governors are signaling their willingness to defy the new Trump administration, vowing to protect freedoms in their states and to wage legal and political battle if the president-elect ...

Politics - The Hill - November 9

Democratic Governors Form a Group to Oppose the Trump Administration

The group’s leaders, Govs. JB Pritzker of Illinois and Jared Polis of Colorado, are ambitious Democrats likely to try to fill the party’s looming leadership void.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 13

Democratic governor 'excited' by RFK Jr. pick for HHS

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis (D) said he was “excited” by Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s nomination for the secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS). “I’m excited by the news that the President-Elect ...

Politics - The Hill - November 14

Ohio transgender bathroom ban heads to governor's desk

A transgender bathroom ban has been sent to Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine's desk after passing through the state legislature.

Gottheimer launches bid for New Jersey governor

Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D-N.J.) announced Friday he would be throwing his hat in the race for New Jersey governor after much anticipation, joining an already crowded Democratic field to replace ...

Politics - The Hill - November 15

Rep. Mikie Sherrill running for governor of New Jersey

New Jersey Rep. Mikie Sherrill, a Democrat, says she is running for governor in 2025.

Youngkin backs Earle-Sears for Virginia governor

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R) endorsed Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears (R) for governor on Monday, ahead of the state’s gubernatorial race in 2025. “Winsome has been an outstanding Lt. Governor, ...

Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago

Oregon stockpiling abortion drug, governor announces

Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek (D) announced her state has secured a new supply of the abortion pill mifepristone to last nearly through the entirety of the second Trump administration. In the ...

Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago

Kemp to serve as Republican Governors Association chair

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp (R) will be the next chair of the Republican Governors Association (RGA), the group announced on Wednesday, following an election at the RGA’s annual conference. Kemp is ...

Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago

Oklahoma governor vows to assist Trump with deportation plan

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt (R) said Friday he would help President-elect Trump deport immigrants in his state who entered the country illegally, during an appearance on Fox News. Stitt has already ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

Kentucky election officials push back on viral 'vote-switching' video

Officials in Kentucky are pushing back on unfounded allegations of voter fraud after a social media video showed an apparent technical glitch on a ballot-marking machine.

Kentucky officials rebuff viral voter machine error video

Kentucky lawmakers are working to reassure voters that election machines are free of error after a Thursday viral video from a Laurel County resident recorded a device that allegedly did not allow ...

Politics - The Hill - November 2

Ex-Kentucky officer convicted of using excessive force against Breonna Taylor

Brett Hankison is first Louisiana police officer at scene of raid that killed Taylor to be convicted. A federal jury on Friday convicted a former Kentucky police detective of using excessive force ...

World - The Guardian - November 2

Kentucky hoops lands top-30 senior guard Lewis

Top-30 senior Acaden Lewis announced his commitment to Kentucky on Saturday, giving Mark Pope his second impact guard in the 2025 class.

Sports - ESPN - November 2

When Kentucky Bans Homeless Camps, Where Do People Go?

Angel Sivado tries to move people from the streets to permanent housing. A new law makes helping her clients more of a challenge.

Business - The New York Times - November 5

Election Day 2024 live updates: Trump declares victory, claims 'powerful mandate'

Vice President Harris and former President Trump are awaiting the results of the presidential election, with the race remaining deadlocked and many pundits considering it a jump ball.

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Mark Pope Is Kentucky’s New Basketball Coach. That’s Not the Full Story.

After Pope was offered the job of his dreams, he had a phone call to make and a question to ask.

Sports - The New York Times - November 12

Why Kentucky coach Mark Pope decided to follow a legend

It wasn't an easy decision, but when Pope decided to return to coach his alma mater, he took on all the pressure of UK fandom.

Sports - ESPN - November 12

Duke vs. Kentucky: How to watch tonight's college basketball game

Cooper Flagg and the Duke Blue Devils play the Kentucky Wildcats tonight, here's how to catch the NCAA basketball game on TV and where to stream.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 12

Kentucky woman seeking abortion sues state over near-total ban

A Kentucky woman who wants an abortion filed a lawsuit Tuesday to strike down the state's near-total ban. The lawsuit alleges the woman, referred to as Mary Poe, is about seven weeks pregnant and ...

Politics - The Hill - November 12

A pregnant woman sues for the right to an abortion in challenge to Kentucky's near-total ban

A pregnant woman has filed a lawsuit seeking the right to an abortion in Kentucky

Health - ABC News - November 12

2 dead, others injured after explosion at Louisville, Kentucky, plant

Two people have been killed and others injured in an explosion in Louisville, Kentucky, Tuesday that had prompted a shelter-in-place order.

Person trapped beneath building collapse rubble, Kentucky officials say

Officials provided an update after a building collapse trapped at least one person under rubble in Louisville, Kentucky. Here's the latest confirmed information.

Kentucky is a title contender! Duke is doomed? Judging five early-season overreactions

Two weeks into the 2024-25 season, we're seeing potential championship contenders, hot seat names and more -- or are we? Will these trends last?

Sports - ESPN - 6 days ago

Kentucky Men’s Basketball Was the Envy of the Sport. Now It Is Likable Too.

Mark Pope has made it hard to root against the Wildcats in his first year as their head coach, with the energy of a chemistry teacher wrapped in a 6-foot-10 package.

Sports - The New York Times - November 15

Men's Bracketology: Kentucky and Champions Classic prove why November games matter

Duke and Alabama drop off the top line -- to the delight of UConn and Auburn.

Sports - ESPN - 3 days ago

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