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Craig Greenberg, Shameka Parrish-Wright to face off in Louisville’s 1st nonpartisan mayoral race

Craig Greenberg, Shameka Parrish-Wright to face off in Louisville’s 1st nonpartisan mayoral race

Updated May 20, 2026

Stephen Yancey wins Democratic primary for Jefferson County sheriff

Stephen Yancey wins Democratic primary for Jefferson County sheriff

Updated May 19, 2026

David Yates wins election to Jefferson County clerk seat

David Yates wins election to Jefferson County clerk seat

Updated May 19, 2026

David Yates won the primary race for Jefferson County clerk, defeating Rosalind "Roz" Welch in Tuesday’s election. Read moreDavid Yates wins election to Jefferson County clerk seat

Louisville Metro Council races set for November after Tuesday's primary elections

Louisville Metro Council races set for November after Tuesday's primary elections

Updated May 19, 2026

The odd-numbered districts of Louisville Metro Council are up for election this year. Read moreLouisville Metro Council races set for November after Tuesday's primary elections

Breckinridge County Sheriff William 'Billy' Richardson wins Republican primary over Todd Pate

Breckinridge County Sheriff William 'Billy' Richardson wins Republican primary over Todd Pate

Updated May 19, 2026

Sheriff William "Billy" Richardson won the Breckinridge County sheriff Republican primary Tuesday night, beating out a field that included former sheriff Todd Pate. Read moreBreckinridge County Sheriff William 'Billy' Richardson wins Republican primary over Todd Pate

Trump-backed Ed Gallrein ousts Thomas Massie; James Comer wins Kentucky's 1st District primary

Trump-backed Ed Gallrein ousts Thomas Massie; James Comer wins Kentucky's 1st District primary

Updated May 19, 2026

Andy Barr, Charles Booker win primary elections for Kentucky US Sen. Mitch McConnell's seat

Andy Barr, Charles Booker win primary elections for Kentucky US Sen. Mitch McConnell's seat

Updated May 21, 2026

Kentucky Primary Election Results

Kentucky Primary Election Results

Updated May 19, 2026

What to know ahead of Kentucky's primary election

What to know ahead of Kentucky's primary election

Updated May 19, 2026

In Jefferson County, Louisville will host its first nonpartisan elections for mayor and Metro Council. Read moreWhat to know ahead of Kentucky's primary election

Jefferson County sees record early voting turnout ahead of Kentucky primary

Jefferson County sees record early voting turnout ahead of Kentucky primary

Updated May 16, 2026

Jefferson County saw a record number of ballots cast during early voting for the primary. Read moreJefferson County sees record early voting turnout ahead of Kentucky primary

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WATCH | WDRB and partners host mayoral debate for Young Voters forum

WATCH | WDRB and partners host mayoral debate for Young Voters forum

IMAGES | Signs, megaphones punctuate protests over Supreme Court abortion ruling

IMAGES | Signs, megaphones punctuate protests over Supreme Court abortion ruling

VIDEO | WDRB, partners host Louisville mayoral candidate forum

VIDEO | WDRB, partners host Louisville mayoral candidate forum

Kentucky lawmakers unveil bills to combat ‘maternal mortality crisis’

Kentucky lawmakers unveil bills to combat ‘maternal mortality crisis’

Kentucky House candidate suspends campaign after flyer theft caught on camera

Kentucky House candidate suspends campaign after flyer theft caught on camera

Updated May 14, 2026

Kentucky House candidate Max Morley suspended his campaign Wednesday after he was allegedly caught on video stealing another candidate's flyer from a mailbox. Read moreKentucky House candidate suspends campaign after flyer theft caught on camera

Indiana lawmaker working on legislation for 2027 to legalize medical marijuana

Indiana lawmaker working on legislation for 2027 to legalize medical marijuana

Updated May 12, 2026

Republican Sen. Mike Bohacek said the Hoosier state needs to "consider a feasible marijuana policy that would be the most helpful to Hoosiers and the economy." Read moreIndiana lawmaker working on legislation for 2027 to legalize medical marijuana

Kentucky AG Russell Coleman asks Supreme Court to block mail-order abortion pills

Kentucky AG Russell Coleman asks Supreme Court to block mail-order abortion pills

Updated May 8, 2026

Kentucky's Attorney General is asking the United States Supreme Court to weigh in on mail-order abortion pills. Read moreKentucky AG Russell Coleman asks Supreme Court to block mail-order abortion pills

Kentucky Senate President Robert Stivers talks $1B state budget investment, recaps legislative session

Kentucky Senate President Robert Stivers talks $1B state budget investment, recaps legislative session

Updated May 8, 2026

Under Kentucky's new two-year budget, Jefferson County will receive more than $1 billion for renovations. Read moreKentucky Senate President Robert Stivers talks $1B state budget investment, recaps legislative session

Kentucky Supreme Court allows judge to remain in Bevin child support dispute

Kentucky Supreme Court allows judge to remain in Bevin child support dispute

Updated May 8, 2026

Kentucky Supreme Court allows Judge Angela Johnson to remain on Bevin child support case. Read moreKentucky Supreme Court allows judge to remain in Bevin child support dispute

Kentucky Rep. Daniel Grossberg accused of assault by former college classmate

Kentucky Rep. Daniel Grossberg accused of assault by former college classmate

Updated May 8, 2026

A former college classmate of Kentucky state Rep. Daniel Grossberg alleges he assaulted her during their time at Grinnell College more than two decades ago, according … Read moreKentucky Rep. Daniel Grossberg accused of assault by former college classmate

Louisville Metro Council begins debate over $1.1B budget with first hearing

Louisville Metro Council begins debate over $1.1B budget with first hearing

Updated May 7, 2026

Louisville Metro Council held its first hearing Thursday evening to debate the city’s next budget. Read moreLouisville Metro Council begins debate over $1.1B budget with first hearing

2 former police chiefs vying to become the next Clark County sheriff

2 former police chiefs vying to become the next Clark County sheriff

Updated May 7, 2026

The Clark County sheriff lost his primary in a landslide. Here's a look at the two former police chiefs trying to replace him. Read more2 former police chiefs vying to become the next Clark County sheriff

Gov. Mike Braun extends Indiana's gas tax holiday for another 30 days

Gov. Mike Braun extends Indiana's gas tax holiday for another 30 days

Updated May 6, 2026

Hoosiers will continue seeing some relief at the gas pump. Read moreGov. Mike Braun extends Indiana's gas tax holiday for another 30 days

In-person, excused absentee voting underway in Jefferson County's May primary

In-person, excused absentee voting underway in Jefferson County's May primary

Updated May 6, 2026

Eligible voters can cast their ballots at the Jefferson County Clerk's Election Center from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. until Wednesday, May 13. Read moreIn-person, excused absentee voting underway in Jefferson County's May primary

Clark County Sheriff Scottie Maples loses Republican primary to Kenny Kavanaugh

Clark County Sheriff Scottie Maples loses Republican primary to Kenny Kavanaugh

Updated May 6, 2026

Incumbent Sheriff Scottie Maples was unseated Tuesday night by former Jeffersonville Police Chief Kenny Kavanaugh for the Republican nomination. Read moreClark County Sheriff Scottie Maples loses Republican primary to Kenny Kavanaugh

Beshear freezes Kentucky gas tax, declares state of emergency amid price concerns

Beshear freezes Kentucky gas tax, declares state of emergency amid price concerns

Updated May 5, 2026

Officials said the freeze is projected to save Kentuckians about $1.7 million combined per month. Read moreBeshear freezes Kentucky gas tax, declares state of emergency amid price concerns

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What to expect as Indiana voters head to the polls Tuesday for state primaries

What to expect as Indiana voters head to the polls Tuesday for state primaries

Updated May 5, 2026

All polls in Indiana close at 6 p.m. local time. Read moreWhat to expect as Indiana voters head to the polls Tuesday for state primaries

Jefferson County Clerk's Office takes steps to prevent voting delays after past technical issues

Jefferson County Clerk's Office takes steps to prevent voting delays after past technical issues

Updated May 4, 2026

Jefferson County Clerk David Yates said Monday his office is taking "significant steps" to prevent issues with electronic pollbooks following issues during the last tw… Read moreJefferson County Clerk's Office takes steps to prevent voting delays after past technical issues

Trump endorses Rep. Andy Barr in Kentucky Senate race, Nate Morris withdraws and backs him

Trump endorses Rep. Andy Barr in Kentucky Senate race, Nate Morris withdraws and backs him

Updated May 2, 2026

President Donald Trump on Friday endorsed Kentucky congressman Andy Barr in the Republican primary for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by retiring Sen. Mitch McConn… Read moreTrump endorses Rep. Andy Barr in Kentucky Senate race, Nate Morris withdraws and backs him

2 Clark County sheriff candidates address fraud concerns at forum ahead of state primary

2 Clark County sheriff candidates address fraud concerns at forum ahead of state primary

Updated Apr 22, 2026

Two candidates for Clark County sheriff gave their pitches to Indiana voters at a forum Tuesday night ahead of the primary election. Read more2 Clark County sheriff candidates address fraud concerns at forum ahead of state primary

Gov. Beshear says he’s 'losing confidence' in University of Kentucky leadership

Gov. Beshear says he’s 'losing confidence' in University of Kentucky leadership

Updated Apr 21, 2026

Gov. Andy Beshear said he is "losing confidence and growing increasingly concerned" in the University of Kentucky's recent management and decision-making. Read moreGov. Beshear says he’s 'losing confidence' in University of Kentucky leadership

Jefferson County’s first nonpartisan mayor, Metro Council primary election just 1 month away

Jefferson County’s first nonpartisan mayor, Metro Council primary election just 1 month away

Updated Apr 20, 2026

Early voting for the primary starts May 14 and primary election day is May 19. Read moreJefferson County’s first nonpartisan mayor, Metro Council primary election just 1 month away

Kentucky Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman announces run for governor

Kentucky Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman announces run for governor

Updated Apr 20, 2026

Coleman, a Democrat, is the first to announce their candidacy in the race. Read moreKentucky Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman announces run for governor

Louisville Metro Council candidate faces federal charges in $1.6M COVID relief fraud scheme

Louisville Metro Council candidate faces federal charges in $1.6M COVID relief fraud scheme

Updated Apr 18, 2026

The United States Attorney's Office for the Western District of Kentucky said five people were arrested Friday in Kentucky, Indiana and Colorado "for their role in a s… Read moreLouisville Metro Council candidate faces federal charges in $1.6M COVID relief fraud scheme

Kentucky lawmakers override veto, lowering concealed carry age to 18

Kentucky lawmakers override veto, lowering concealed carry age to 18

Updated Apr 17, 2026

Kentucky residents ages 18 to 20 will now be allowed to carry concealed weapons. Read moreKentucky lawmakers override veto, lowering concealed carry age to 18

Kentucky auditor testifies before Congress about fraud prevention

Kentucky auditor testifies before Congress about fraud prevention

Updated Apr 15, 2026

Allison Ball spoke to lawmakers in the U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee on Government Operations. Read moreKentucky auditor testifies before Congress about fraud prevention

Indiana Gov. Braun plans to invest $200M into affordable child care

Indiana Gov. Braun plans to invest $200M into affordable child care

Updated Apr 14, 2026

A $200 million plan aims to expand child care access and cut waitlists for Indiana families. Read moreIndiana Gov. Braun plans to invest $200M into affordable child care

New Indiana law requires students to lock up cellphones at school starting this fall

New Indiana law requires students to lock up cellphones at school starting this fall

Updated Apr 14, 2026

The new law goes into effect this July, banning cellphones in schools across the Hoosier state. Read moreNew Indiana law requires students to lock up cellphones at school starting this fall

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