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Josh James

Reporter · US

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Sep 30, 2026
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  1. Article · Sep 30, 2026 · Josh James

    'Obviously a misuse of funds': Kentucky lawmakers push back on White House ads (opens the original)

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    The White House has been defending three taxpayer-funded ads that glorify President Donald Trump and are nearing at least $1.5 million in public spending, calling them public service announcements like those used in past administrations. Kentucky's only Democrat on Capitol Hill, Representative Morgan McGarvey, told Spectrum News there's no question the videos veer from precedent. "The White House is clearly campaigning for the president and putting out propaganda," the Louisville lawmaker said.

  2. Article · Sep 30, 2026 · Josh James

    California moves to ban shock gloves manufactured in Kentucky (opens the original)

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    The ban comes weeks after ICE moved to equip its officers with the gloves, which are designed to gain compliance from combative individuals. Last month, the agency awarded a nearly $17 million contract to buy 6,000 pairs, prompting questions from concerned residents in Kentucky. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear responded to the agreement when the news went public. "My concern isn't that they exist or that there's a contract for them. It's that they are going to the worst trained, most aggressive l

  3. Article · Sep 29, 2026 · Josh James

    Court awaits more info before advancing child support case involving former Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin (opens the original)

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    Questions remain about the schooling received by Bevin's estranged son, Jonah. Jonah has accused his parents of abandoning him at a Jamaican school, which was shut down following allegations of an abusive learning environment. He is seeking financial support to help obtain a valid high school diploma. But court documents suggest testimony and evidence regarding details of Jonah's previous schooling — including the school's accreditation status, compliance with Kentucky standards, and how much wa

  4. Article · Sep 28, 2026 · Josh James

    Proposed cap on post-graduation stays for international students could affect Kentucky graduates (opens the original)

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    While currently on hold due to a federal judge's ruling, the proposal — if implemented — would place a strict four-year limit on international students with F-1 or J-1 visas. The grace period to leave the country after graduation would also be reduced to 30 days. Democratic state Rep. Nima Kulkarni told Spectrum News the policy ignores the benefits of allowing for more flexibility. "What's new in this policy is we're targeting people that could come here, build their lives, build their businesse

  5. Article · Sep 24, 2026 · Josh James

    Will candidates for federal office square off in proper debates? The clock is ticking (opens the original)

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    Alvarado, a former Republican state senator who ran alongside Gov. Matt Bevin in 2019, and Dembo, a political newcomer and former federal prosecutor, did share the stage at a Commerce Lexington luncheon back in July — though the candidates were asked to respond to questions separately and there was no interaction between them. The appearance focused primarily on business and economic issues. "We have to be mindful of the impact that tariffs can have on our manufacturers, farmers, distillers. The

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