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New job opportunities lead to slight uptick in Kentucky unemployment rate | Kentucky

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Steve Bittenbender | The Center Square contributor – 2024-12-20 08:50:00

SUMMARY: Kentucky’s unemployment rate rose to 5.1% in November, up from 4.3% a year earlier, exceeding the national rate of 4.2%. Despite 2.1 million residents in the workforce and a monthly increase of 5,500 nonfarm jobs, the number of unemployed also grew. Experts note more workers are entering the labor force than gaining jobs, causing the unemployment rise. Governor Andy Beshear recently highlighted the state’s economic success, with 170 companies planning to create over 9,400 jobs and invest nearly $7 billion. Beshear attributes this growth to a strong economy, while Republicans credit tax-cutting policies for boosting job creation.

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Stuck in the deep freeze Wednesday

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www.youtube.com – WLKY News Louisville – 2025-01-22 05:00:51

SUMMARY: As the week ends, frigid temperatures linger, with morning lows at 4°F but feeling like -8°F due to wind. Some areas drop below zero, while afternoon highs reach 29°F. Tomorrow, expect a high of 34°F with flurries and another front bringing lows in the teens and highs near 30°F. Though still below the normal high of 44°F, temperatures will rise to 47°F by Tuesday, with a trend toward more seasonal weather and potential above-normal temperatures in the long run. Stay updated on school closures and prepare for mild improvements by the weekend.

WLKY Meteorologist Matt Milosevich has the latest on another very cold day ahead, with an outlook for milder weather by the weekend.

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Hank Plona says Julius Thedford is not ruled out for rest of season after injury

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www.wnky.com – Samantha Money – 2025-01-21 17:15:00

SUMMARY: WKU men’s basketball freshman guard Julius Thedford suffered a knee injury during a 71-57 loss to MTSU, dislocating his kneecap and tearing a ligament. Although the injury doesn’t require surgery, it will need rehab. Head coach Hank Plona remains optimistic, stating Thedford could return later this season, though he is expected to miss a couple of weeks. Thedford will miss WKU’s upcoming road games against Louisiana Tech and Sam Houston. He joins Babacar Faye as a player with an uncertain return timeline for the season.

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Biden pardon of former Kentucky Dems chair draws Republican ire | Kentucky

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Steve Bittenbender | The Center Square contributor – 2025-01-21 12:54:00

SUMMARY: Former Kentucky Democratic Party chairman Jerry Lundergan, convicted in 2019 for illegal campaign contributions and conspiracy, received a controversial pardon from President Joe Biden shortly before Donald Trump’s inauguration. Lundergan, who was sentenced to 21 months in prison for funding his daughter Allison Lundergan Grimes’ 2014 Senate campaign with over $200,000 in corporate funds, had his civil rights restored, including the right to vote. This pardon faced backlash from Kentucky Republicans, as state lawmakers consider measures to limit future gubernatorial pardons during election periods to ensure justice system integrity and transparency.

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