Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear stumps with Jocelyn Benson in Detroit

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear joined Michigan Secretary of State and Democratic gubernatorial nominee Jocelyn Benson on Wednesday.

• Aug 5

Democratic-led states face backlash over D.C. National Guard deployments

The National Guard deployment in Washington, D.C., has expanded during the country's 250th anniversary of independence celebrations, with troops from Democratic-led states joining the effort.

• Jul 8

Social Security in-person identity check angers retirees, advocates

Beginning March 31, those who cannot verify their identity over the agency's online service will be required to visit an agency field office in person.

• Mar 21, 2025

At least 10 dead as Eastern U.S. endures heavy rain, dangerous flooding

Water submerged cars and buildings in Kentucky and mudslides blocked roads in Virginia as heavy rain and dangerous flooding struck the eastern U.S.

• Feb 16, 2025

FBI calls bomb threats that led to brief lockdowns and evacuations of some state capitols a hoax

Multiple state capitols have received bomb threats that led to brief evacuations or lockdowns as police investigated, but no evidence of explosives has been found.

• Jan 3, 2024

Kentucky education commissioner leaving for job at Western Michigan University

Kentucky's education commissioner is leaving to take a job at a university in Michigan.

• Jul 31, 2023

9 service members dead after Army Black Hawk helicopters crash in Kentucky

The aircraft were practicing a "multi-ship formation" using night vision goggles when they crashed, officials said.

• Mar 30, 2023