Newsroom Archives

  
  
  
  
  
State Equipment Operators Champion Safety Training and Agility at ‘Roadeo’ Skills Competition 2025 State Equipment Roadeo ResultsStatewideFrankfort6/27/2025
14 winners advance to southern states regional competition to be hosted in Kentucky this September
Contact Email: naitore.djigbenou@ky.gov; allen.blair@ky.gov
Gov. Beshear Announces $6.5 million in Awards to Improve Local BridgesCity-County Bridge Improvement Awards - June 2025 AnnouncementStatewideFrankfort6/26/2025
Funding supports 13 bridge projects in 12 counties, 1 city
Contact Email: naitore.djigbenou@ky.gov; allen.blair@ky.gov
Charging Station Opens in Eastern Kentucky as Part of Statewide ProgramHazard EV Charging Station OpensStatewideFrankfort6/25/2025
Fast charging is now available at the Apple Market in Hazard
Contact Email: naitore.djigbenou@ky.gov; allen.blair@ky.gov
Govs. Beshear and DeWine Mark Major Brent Spence Companion Bridge Milestone by Unveiling Innovative DesignGovs. Beshear and DeWine - Brent Spence Companion Bridge Design UnveilingStatewideFrankfort6/18/2025
State-of-the-art cable-stayed bridge will create an iconic landmark and Cincinnati skyline view
Contact Email: crystal.staley@ky.gov; james.hatchett@ky.gov
Gov. Andy Beshear Emergency Order Temporarily Suspends Fees for Duplicate License and Vehicle Documents in Areas Affected by Severe WeatherGov Beshear Suspends Document Fees for May 16 DisasterStatewideFrankfort5/23/2025
Fees waived for duplicate ID cards, driver’s licenses, car registrations and titles
Contact Email: naitore.djigbenou@ky.gov; allen.blair@ky.gov
Transportation Cabinet Issues Text Message Scam Alert Text Scam Alert - Unpaid Traffic TicketsStatewideFrankfort5/30/2025
Victims advised to follow Attorney General's identity theft guidance
Contact Email: naitore.djigbenou@ky.gov; allen.blair@ky.gov
Gov. Beshear’s Senior Advisor Rocky Adkins Cuts Ribbon on $8.6 Million Fishing Creek Bridge Project in Pulaski CountyFishing Creek Bridge Opening Ribbon CuttingStatewideFrankfort5/15/2025
Renovation, repair of historic structure preserves key route for communities
Contact Email: Amber.Hale@ky.gov
Kentuckians Urged to Buckle Up Ahead of Memorial Day TravelClick It or Ticket - Memorial Day 2025StatewideFrankfort5/9/2025
Annual ‘Click It or Ticket’ Effort Runs May 12 to June 1
Contact Email: marla.marrs@ky.gov
Gov. Beshear Announces Decline in Highway Fatalities in 2024 Decline in Highway Fatalities in 2024StatewideFrankfort5/8/2025
Fatalities down 107 compared to 2023
Contact Email: marla.marrs@ky.gov; eric.walker@ky.gov
Kentucky Officials Urges Drivers: Look Twice, Share the RoadMotorcycle and Bike Safety Awareness Month - 2025StatewideFrankfort5/1/2025
May is Motorcycle and Bike Safety Awareness Month
Contact Email: marla.marrs@ky.gov
Team Kentucky Announces ‘Skip the Line’ Driver Licensing Initiative Skip the LineStatewideFrankfort5/1/2025
Kentuckians encouraged to make a plan, explore remote renewal alternatives
Contact Email: allen.blair@ky.gov
Gov. Beshear Honors Teens in Kentucky Safe Teen Driving ChallengeKentucky Safe Teen Driving Challenge 2025StatewideFrankfort4/21/2025
Cash prizes awarded to teens for outstanding commitment to safe driving
Contact Email: marla.marrs@ky.gov
Transportation Cabinet Issues Text Message Scam AlertToll Violation Notice - Text Scam AlertStatewideFrankfort4/24/2025
Victims advised to follow Attorney General's identity theft guidance
Contact Email: allen.blair@ky.gov
Gov. Beshear, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Urge Motorists To Stay Safe in Work Zones2025 National Work Zone Awareness WeekStatewideFrankfort4/21/2025
National Work Zone Awareness Week is this week, April 21-25
Contact Email: allen.blair@ky.gov
Gov. Beshear Announces Another $8.2 Million in Awards To Improve Local BridgesCounty-City Bridge Program Awardee Round 2 Announcement - April 2025StatewideFrankfort4/17/2025
Funding supports 22 repair and replacement projects in 15 counties, 3 cities
Contact Email: allen.blair@ky.gov
Gov. Beshear Announces $3.6 Million in Grants To Improve Safety and Enhance Reliable Railway InfrastructureApril 2025 - KIASI and KRCI GrantsStatewideFrankfort4/10/2025
Grants fund new spur line construction, safety improvements and equipment, crossing reconstruction, supporting economy and future growth
Contact Email: allen.blair@ky.gov
Transportation Secretary Jim Gray Issues Official Order to Enhance Relief Response Due to Severe WeatherSecretary Official Order 113978 - 04.02.2025StatewideFrankfort4/2/2025
Tornadoes, damaging winds, large hail, and torrential rains expected to impact Kentuckians
Contact Email: allen.blair@ky.gov
Kentucky Officials Urge Motorists To Avoid Distracted DrivingApril 2025 is Distracted Driving Awareness MonthStatewideFrankfort4/2/2025
April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Contact Email: marla.marrs@ky.gov; sherry.bray@ky.gov
How To Search for a 15-Year-Old’s Driver’s Permit Appointment OnlinePermits for 15-Year-Olds - System ReadyStatewideFrankfort4/1/2025
Starting tomorrow teens may search for an appointment online; there is limited availability
Contact Email: allen.blair@ky.gov; sherry.bray@ky.gov
State Works to Implement New 15-Year-Old Drivers Permit LawState Works to Implement New 15-Year-Old Drivers Permit LawStatewideFrankfort3/27/2025
Reprogramming of license system under way; parents and teens can sign up to be notified when system is ready
Contact Email: allen.blair@ky.gov; sherry.bray@ky.gov
Gov. Beshear Announces Nearly $1.5 Million To Strengthen Kentucky’s Public RiverportsMarch 2025 KPRCM Funding RecommendationsStatewideFrankfort3/19/2025
Third round of funding awards includes 6 projects to support economic growth
Contact Email: allen.blair@ky.gov
State Transportation Crews Treating Roadsides for Harmful Vegetation Treating Noxious WeedsStatewideFrankfort3/4/2025
Controlling invasive plants maintains safe visibility and prevents road damage
Contact Email: Allen.Blair@ky.gov
Team Kentucky: Drivers Should Remain Cautious During Hazardous Road Conditions Driving Hazards from Rains-SnowStatewideFrankfort2/18/2025
High water affecting highways across Kentucky as crews ready plow trucks
Contact Email: Allen.Blair@ky.gov
Transportation Secretary Jim Gray Issues Official Order to Enhance Relief Response Due to Expected FloodingFeb. 14, 2025 - Secretary Official OrderStatewideFrankfort2/14/2025
Temporarily waives motor carrier restrictions for vehicles traveling to affected areas to restore power, remove debris, and provide other emergency relief
Contact Email: allen.blair@ky.gov
Gov. Beshear: Kentucky’s Second EV Charging Station Opens as Part of Statewide ProgramGov. Beshear Second EV Charging Station OpensStatewideFrankfort2/5/2025
Opening demonstrates importance of building out reliable statewide network
Contact Email: crystal.staley@ky.gov; james.hatchett@ky.gov
Super Bowl Enthusiasts Reminded ‘Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk’Super Bowl LIX Fans Don't Let Fans Drive DrunkStatewideFrankfort2/5/2025
Kentuckians encouraged to plan for a safe ride home
Contact Email: marla.marrs@ky.gov
Gov. Beshear Announces $6 Million in Infrastructure Awards for Riverport and Railway Projects That Support Economic Growth2025 KPRCM and KIASI Rail and Riverport GrantsStatewideFrankfort1/17/2025
Funding programs support 6 multimodal projects that improve current infrastructure
Contact Email: naitore.djigbenou@ky.gov; allen.blair@ky.gov
Gov. Beshear: Team Kentucky Challenges Teens To Drive Safely and Win BigSafe Teen Driver ChallengeStatewideFrankfort1/14/2025
Registration open for the Safe Teen Driving Challenge for Kentucky drivers aged 16-19
Contact Email: naitore.djigbenou@ky.gov; marla.marrs@ky.gov
Team Kentucky Invites Students to Apply for Transportation Scholarships2025 Scholarship DeadlineStatewideFrankfort1/13/2025
Eligible students are encouraged to apply by Feb.1
Contact Email: naitore.djigbenou@ky.gov; allen.blair@ky.gov
Gov. Beshear Urges Kentuckians To Stay Safe During Second Round of Winter StormsGov. Beshear Urges Kentuckians to Stay Safe Ahead of Second Winter StormStatewideFrankfort1/9/2025
Snowfall expected to begin in Western Kentucky late tonight and move across the state tomorrow 
Contact Email: crystal.staley@ky.gov; james.hatchett@ky.gov
1 - 30Next

Follow Us