Source: WUKY 91.3 FM

The University of Kentucky has formalized a food services partnership with Compass Group, a major private enterprise services organization, though questions persist about impacts on current employees regarding job security and benefits.

The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council will consider a 2 percent pay raise for municipal employees and changes to the Sister Cities Program Commission’s governance structure at its Wednesday meeting.

The University of Kentucky Department of History is marking America’s 250th anniversary with a “Celebrating 1776” series featuring lectures, events and courses that encourage critical reflection on the nation’s founding and its lasting legacy.

Fayette County Schools Superintendent Demetrus Liggins is seeking a legal opinion from Kentucky’s attorney general regarding his case, marking an escalation in efforts to address his ongoing legal situation.

Kentucky education officials outlined implementation plans for House Bill 257, which reshapes the state’s assessment and accountability system to focus on individual student growth rather than year-to-year school improvements. The new system takes effect this school year.

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet continues flood recovery efforts across central Kentucky’s 12-county District 7, with several key roads reopening to limited lanes as crews clear debris and complete repairs.

Lexington emergency officials have activated Phase 3 of the city’s heat response plan in response to extreme temperatures, marking the highest level of alert for heat emergencies.

Kentucky Republican leaders are renewing calls for a constitutional amendment to end birthright citizenship after the Supreme Court upheld broad citizenship rights for children born to undocumented and temporary immigrant parents, rejecting Trump’s executive order on the issue.

The Education Professional Standards Board considered potential changes to Kentucky teacher certification on June 22, including adjustments to grade bands for elementary, middle, and secondary teachers. The board also spotlighted William J. Simmons University’s expanding educator preparation program.