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January 30, 2026
House files “base-level” budget as legislative pace accelerates
Scaled-back spending plans, local government legislation mark a busy fourth week in Frankfort
January 30, 2026
KACo launches Opioid Solutions Network to help counties lead with impact
County leaders encouraged to apply to new statewide cohort program supporting innovative, data-driven use of opioid settlement funds across Kentucky.
January 29, 2026
2026 county official salary calculations relased
DLG’s annual salary schedule ties compensation to county population and years of service under Kentucky law.
January 28, 2026
Counties in the news
The latest stories and information from across the Commonwealth
January 23, 2026
Session pace slows as bill filings surge
Week 3 legislative summary
January 23, 2026
State of emergency delcared for winter storm
Ice and several inches of snow are forecast.
January 22, 2026
State and federal races to watch in 2026 election
Voters will see some contested primaries this election cycle.
January 22, 2026
Voter registration trends by county: 2021-2025
County-level data reveal where voter registration is rising, falling and shifting across Kentucky.