Source: CivicLex

The city’s existing regulations for drive-through businesses haven’t changed much since 1983. A Council committee will consider some proposed changes.

The Kentucky Department of Education launched a webinar series to help district leaders develop local accountability models aligned with the state’s United We Learn initiative, which emphasizes community collaboration and vibrant learning experiences over traditional compliance-based accountability measures.

The Urban County Council will consider winter emergency shelter contracts totaling over $3.6 million and other spending proposals during a Tuesday work session, with votes expected at a later regular council meeting.

Louisville Metro fired two Department of Public Works employees involved in the February death of Tyrah Adams, a homeless woman crushed by a garbage truck claw, citing policy violations including failure to call 911 or render aid.

UK Athletics has partnered with UK Invests, a student financial wellness program, as the official jersey patch partner for Kentucky Football under new head coach Will Stein. The program, which has served over 18,000 students since its 2022 launch, combines financial education with real investment opportunities.

The Lexington Board of Adjustment will consider four variance appeals and eight conditional use requests on September 14, including applications for short-term rentals, church expansions, and restaurant entertainment.

The Gibbs Foundation commits $4.5 million to establish a permanent endowment at the University of Louisville for lung disease research, transplant innovations and medical researcher training, fulfilling a pledge made in 2022.

Kentucky has approved nearly $5.3 million in state funding for industrial site development in four counties through the Kentucky Product Development Initiative, supporting projects in Trigg, Daviess, Bourbon and Nicholas counties.

The review comes amid heightened scrutiny of Flock Safety and after a group of residents spoke out at a Council meeting on the city’s partnership with the company.

Kentucky State University in Frankfort has unveiled a commemorative logo featuring green and gold colors and Jackson Hall to mark its 140th anniversary, with a yearlong celebration beginning in October. All uses of the logo require university approval.