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Gov. Andy Beshear is encouraging Kentuckians to observe Juneteenth on June 19 as National Freedom Day, promoting reflection on African American history and celebration of emancipation across the Commonwealth.

Tim Robinson, the former CEO of what was once Kentucky’s largest and fast-growing addiction treatment company, has entered a not guilty plea in federal court to fraud charges related to finances at the Louisa-based company. Robinson, who founded what became Addiction Recovery Care, or ARC, as a single halfway house in 2008 in Eastern…

James Bruggers, a longtime Kentucky environmental and energy journalist whose groundbreaking coverage spanned from the hazards of coal mines to scrutinizing polluters, died Tuesday. He was 68.  Bruggers spent nearly two decades reporting at the Louisville Courier Journal, first arriving in 1999 after reporting stints in Washington and California and after graduating from the…

The Lexington Planning Commission holds a work session June 18 to review the downtown master plan first draft, proposed solar energy regulations, and updates to development codes.

The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce will honor four alumni from its leadership programs during an Aug. 27 awards luncheon in Erlanger, recognizing their contributions to the region.

A University of Kentucky researcher led a study revealing dozens of hidden star clusters buried in cosmic dust within nearby galaxies, advancing understanding of how stars form and galaxies evolve.

The Planning Commission reviewed the first draft of Lexington’s Downtown Area Master Plan, developed with input from over 2,200 community members. The plan proposes growth strategies including 450-900 new housing units, improved retail and hospitality options, expanded green space, and better transportation connections.

The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council held confirmation hearings on June 18 for three Board of Adjustment reappointments and one Ethics Commission appointment, with retired UK music director Harry Clark emphasizing his administrative experience and support for the city’s updated short-term rental ordinance.

The Lexington Urban County Council advanced three charter amendments to the November ballot, including proposals to cap council member salaries at $59,987, establish regular charter reviews, and create public attendance standards.

The Greater Louisville housing market saw inventory surge 40% in May with 4,052 homes available for sale, while closed sales jumped 14.6% year-over-year despite modest increases in price appreciation and longer time on market.