Investigations

Public records show most Kentucky cities and counties fell short of state rules that they regularly report on their payouts from the national opioid settlements.

A new group of power-brokers is taking heat over accusations of self-dealing.

Louisville’s new economic development apparatus is facing criticism for using a bank with connections to several of the group’s board members.

State officials fielded 725 complaints last week about potential election irregularities.

Despite board promises to consider start times that better align with student sleep patterns, JCPS staff want no changes next year.

A recent rash of executions and high profile death penalty cases with credible claims of innocence show just how hard it is to overturn a death penalty conviction. Experts say that's by design.

Kentucky Auditor Allison Ball is examining Louisville’s Metropolitan Sewer District after Republican lawmakers asked for a review.

Attorneys for a Kentucky man that’s spent four decades on death row for murder say a recent DNA test is proof he wasn’t the killer.

Louisville Metro’s Inspector General will investigate unethical behavior and abuse of police authority stemming from a 2019 retirement party.

Jefferson County Public Schools has entered into an agreement with the U.S. Department of Education, ending a 10-year investigation.

JCPS Superintendent Marty Pollio said under oath that he texted throughout last year’s first day busing crisis, but district officials won’t turn the messages over.

A recent LPM News project focused on solutions Louisville groups are embracing to help young people of color get mental health support.