Mitch McConnell Hospitalized After Fall at Washington D.C. Hotel
U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Kentucky, has been hospitalized after tripping at a Washington D.C. hotel, according to his press secretary. The 81-year old Kentucky senator fell after a dinner, according to the spokesman who later shared McConnell is being treated for a concussion. “Leader McConnell tripped at a dinner event Wednesday evening and...
Analysis: Several Stand-Out Moments & Many Similarities in First GOP Debate
In the first debate of the Republican primary for governor hosted by Spectrum News 1 four of the 12 candidates who participated revealed their similarities and few differences. Daniel Cameron, Ryan Quarles, Mike Harmon, and Alan Keck aired their grievances with Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear but avoided speaking ill of other Republicans in the hour-long...
Where to Watch the First GOP Gubernatorial Debate
Tonight, May 7, four Republican candidates will face off on Spectrum News 1 in the first debate of the Republican primary for governor. The debate between Daniel Cameron, Ryan Quarles, Mike Harmon, and Alan Keck, will air live on Spectrum News starting at 7 pm eastern time. Spectrum News’ Mario Anderson will be moderating the...
Daniel Cameron Responds to Bizarre Pro-Kelly Craft PAC Attack Ad
A political action committee supporting Republican candidate for governor Kelly Craft is attacking GOP nominee frontrunner Daniel Cameron in a bizarre ad referencing bears. Commonwealth PAC released an ad on Monday challenging Cameron’s handling of illegal drugs in the bluegrass state. “It’s flattering to be attacked this early because it shows the strength of our...
Gov. Beshear Declares State of Emergency Ahead of Severe Storms
On Friday morning, Gov. Andy Beshear briefed Kentuckians ahead of severe storms that are expected to produce damaging winds, isolated tornadoes and excessive rainfall across much of the state and declared a state of emergency. According to the National Weather Service, strong to severe storms are possible between noon and 5 p.m. EST, ahead of and along...
Alan Keck Turns to Faith in Latest Digital Ad in GOP Primary Campaign
Somerset Mayor Alan Keck is sharing his story of faith in his latest digital ad as he is seeking the Republican nomination for governor in a crowded field May 16. Keck is sharing his story of faith in a nearly two-minute long video shared on Facebook. In the video, Keck says he was saved at...
Daniel Cameron shares framework for education plan
Republican primary candidate for governor and Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron is sharing an educational framework he would pursue if elected. Cameron’s education plan contains four points that he says will put “children, their parents, and our teachers first.” ”Kentucky parents deserve the best possible education for their children,” Cameron said in a news release...
Ryan Quarles announces support for medical marijuana in Kentucky
FRANKFORT – Seeking space from the 11 other Republicans in the primary for governor, Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles says he is in favor of legalizing medical marijuana. In a press conference on the Capitol steps in Frankfort, Quarles said “it’s time for Kentucky to pass a responsible medical marijuana piece of legislation that benefits patients...
Candidates to Replace Cassie Chambers Armstrong to Appear Before Louisville Metro Council
Editor’s Note: The candidate forum was canceled due to a power outage and is being rescheduled on March 6, and will include additional candidates who are filing before the March 3 deadline. When one door closes another one opens. That’s the case in Louisville, where six candidates are competing for a spot to replace outgoing...