Kentucky

Yum! Brands Inc (NYSE:YUM) is making headlines for announcing that Kentucky Fried Chicken will soon be based in Texas. While the company has Kentucky in its name, its not the first brand to be headquartered in a different state. What Happened: Kentucky Fried Chicken, which was founded by Harland...

Just a decade ago, 40 counties in Kentucky still had a complete ban on alcohol sales. Fast forward ten years and most of them have or will soon vote on legalizing medical cannabis. What a change! In November, voters will decide if medical cannabis companies can operate in their communities. This...

Kentucky’s expedited licensing process for medical cannabis has seen significant interest, but the number of formal applications remains low, reported by Cannabis Business Times. The state’s licensing portal, opened on July 1, has registered 489 accounts, yet only 17 applications have...

Kentucky’s Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS), the largest school district in the state, approved a measure that would allow qualifying students to use medical marijuana during school hours this upcoming academic year. "This means that students that we have, who need this medication and...

Kentucky is gearing up to launch its medical cannabis program. What Happened: Kentucky businesses interested in selling, processing or growing medical marijuana in Kentucky can apply for the necessary permits beginning this Monday, July 1. According to ABC News, the initiative is part of an...

Tornado-spawning thunderstorms wreak havoc in the U.S. Southern Plains and Ozarks, claiming at least 19 lives across four states. What Happened: The storms have caused significant destruction and fatalities over the Memorial Day weekend, Reuters reported on Monday. The death toll includes eight in...

State Sen. Stephen West filed a bill to increase the number of eligible conditions for medical marijuana from six to 21, closely resembling the recommendations made by Gov. Andy Beshear and two committees that studied the issue. West, one of the Republican supporters of medical marijuana...

From the start of this year, owning an electric vehicle (EV) in Kentucky has become more costly due to the implementation of two new taxes, which are higher than those imposed on gasoline-powered vehicles. What Happened: The new taxes on EVs are part of a larger pattern of overtaxing these eco-...

Once a promising pioneer state in ibogaine research for the treatment of opioid use disorder, Kentucky’s appointment of Attorney General Russell Coleman has brought about the removal of Bryan Hubbard. As chair and executive director of the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission (KYOAAC...

Check out some of the latest moves concerning policy reform around psychedelic substances throughout the country. Since our previous update and as of Nov. 30: Kentucky: A summit exploring ibogaine treatment for opioid use disorder was held on Nov. 30, giving Kentucky residents “a...

As the United States braces for the 2024 national elections, pivotal state elections on Tuesday have become a focal point for gauging the political climate. Among the key races, the gubernatorial contest in Kentucky is particularly riveting, with the incumbent fighting to retain his position, while...

The 2022-2023 NCAA Men’s Basketball season ended with four-seed Connecticut winning their fifth title in a crazy upset filled March Madness tournament. Here’s a look ahead at the upcoming 2023-2024 NCAA Men’s Basketball season with the first AP Top 25 poll out and the early sports...

Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY), a leading member of Congress, has experienced another reported freeze while speaking to reporters, which could prompts calls for term limits. What Happened: While addressing the media in Covington, Kentucky, McConnell froze at the podium. The incident comes around a...

EV maker Rivian Inc (NASDAQ:RIVN) would invest $10 million in a remanufacturing facility in Bullitt County, Kentucky. What Happened: Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear said that Rivian would expand its first facility within the state, creating 218 full-time jobs. Rivian presently stocks replacement...

Kentucky lawmakers advanced a bill regulating hemp-derived Delta-8 THC products, sending it to Gov. Andy Beshear for final action, reported Kentucky Health News. House Bill 544 from state Rep. Rebecca Raymer (R-Morgantown) was sent to the state Senate for consideration earlier this month after...