Justin Hicks
@justinhicks.lpm.org
Data Reporter with Kentucky Public Radio,Louisville Public Media,KyCIR,NPR.
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Rand Paul made a long twitter post this afternoon that criticized Maduro and socialism, and then ended it with some light criticism of using force without congressional authorization:
January 3, 2026 at 8:21 PM
Rand Paul made a long twitter post this afternoon that criticized Maduro and socialism, and then ended it with some light criticism of using force without congressional authorization:
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No word from Rand Paul yet. He tweeted out the hashtag “#endwelfareforforeigners” this morning but nothing on Venezuela.
January 3, 2026 at 4:17 PM
No word from Rand Paul yet. He tweeted out the hashtag “#endwelfareforforeigners” this morning but nothing on Venezuela.
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“No mention of fentanyl or stolen oil”
January 3, 2026 at 4:10 PM
“No mention of fentanyl or stolen oil”
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Statement from @repmcgarvey.bsky.social: “America must not start another reckless, unjustified war fought for the interests of oil companies.”
January 3, 2026 at 5:10 PM
Statement from @repmcgarvey.bsky.social: “America must not start another reckless, unjustified war fought for the interests of oil companies.”
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Massie pointing out the large difference between what Trump administration officials are saying and what Trump is saying:
January 3, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Massie pointing out the large difference between what Trump administration officials are saying and what Trump is saying:
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Only other Kentucky member of Congress to comment so far is Andy Barr, who is running for #kysen and auditioning for a Trump endorsement (or at least neutrality). No surprise that’s he’s 100% in favor.
January 3, 2026 at 4:23 PM
Only other Kentucky member of Congress to comment so far is Andy Barr, who is running for #kysen and auditioning for a Trump endorsement (or at least neutrality). No surprise that’s he’s 100% in favor.
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Also no comment yet from @repmcgarvey.bsky.social, the only Democrat in Kentucky’s congressional delegation.
January 3, 2026 at 4:18 PM
Also no comment yet from @repmcgarvey.bsky.social, the only Democrat in Kentucky’s congressional delegation.
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Congressman Thomas Massie’s first reaction to the invasion/abduction of Venezuelan leader.
January 3, 2026 at 3:21 PM
Congressman Thomas Massie’s first reaction to the invasion/abduction of Venezuelan leader.
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A trio of Louisville Metro Police Department commanders are ensnared in an internal investigation into an officer’s use of the city’s license plate reader database, according to records obtained by the Kentucky Center for Investigative Reporting. From @morganwatkins.lpm.org
Louisville police commanders entangled in internal investigation of license plate reader searches
The internal probe relates to an officer’s ICE-related searches of license plate data.
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December 19, 2025 at 7:48 PM
A trio of Louisville Metro Police Department commanders are ensnared in an internal investigation into an officer’s use of the city’s license plate reader database, according to records obtained by the Kentucky Center for Investigative Reporting. From @morganwatkins.lpm.org
This would be a crazy way to find out you’re going to war
December 18, 2025 at 3:01 AM
This would be a crazy way to find out you’re going to war
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America, Dec. 17, 2025. (Photo by @justinhicks.lpm.org)
December 18, 2025 at 2:20 AM
America, Dec. 17, 2025. (Photo by @justinhicks.lpm.org)
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Our student reporter Shelby Bloomer spent weeks reseaching, interviewing and traveling out to different hemp businesses in western Kentucky to put this piece together, and I think she did a pretty dang good job exploring this issue. Check out the results of her labor:
A provision in the government funding bill that will limit the amount of THC in hemp-derived products to 0.4 milligrams per container starting in November 2026 is leaving Kentucky farmers and business owners scrambling to adjust their operations and stay afloat.
Kentucky hemp businesses fear new THC restrictions will lead flowering industry to wilt
A provision in the government funding bill that will limit the amount of THC in hemp-derived products to 0.4 milligrams per container starting in November 2026 is leaving farmers and business owners…
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December 16, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Our student reporter Shelby Bloomer spent weeks reseaching, interviewing and traveling out to different hemp businesses in western Kentucky to put this piece together, and I think she did a pretty dang good job exploring this issue. Check out the results of her labor:
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This is a well put-together intro to shape notes and the Sacred Harp, from history to the current communities. And done with a light hearted touch too! (And less than an hour.)
Bookmarking to share with folks that are interested.
Bookmarking to share with folks that are interested.
Shape note singing is one of the oldest musical traditions in this country. It’s a practice that began in colonial America, and after centuries of ups and downs in popularity, today it’s finding an expanded and surprisingly diverse new following. www.lpm.org/news/2025-12...
December 16, 2025 at 2:15 AM
This is a well put-together intro to shape notes and the Sacred Harp, from history to the current communities. And done with a light hearted touch too! (And less than an hour.)
Bookmarking to share with folks that are interested.
Bookmarking to share with folks that are interested.
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Immigrants who had received letters inviting them to a citizenship ceremony in downtown Louisville were turned away at the door Thursday. All are from countries deemed “high-risk” by President Donald Trump. From @lpm.org's Roberto Roldan
Ready to become citizens, some immigrants in Louisville turned away at the door
Immigrants who had received letters inviting them to a citizenship ceremony in downtown Louisville were turned away at the door Thursday. All are from countries deemed “high-risk” by President Donald ...
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December 11, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Immigrants who had received letters inviting them to a citizenship ceremony in downtown Louisville were turned away at the door Thursday. All are from countries deemed “high-risk” by President Donald Trump. From @lpm.org's Roberto Roldan
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Louisville history buffs, this one's for you: www.lpm.org/podcast/curi...
Curious Louisville: Were there Civil War barracks in Old Louisville?
Taylor Barracks symbolized freedom for thousands of formerly enslaved men in Kentucky.
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December 11, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Louisville history buffs, this one's for you: www.lpm.org/podcast/curi...
Kentucky coal production fell 14% in 2024, mines now under 100 www.lpm.org/news/2025-11...
Kentucky coal production fell 14% in 2024, mines now under 100
Kentucky's coal production plummeted in 2024, and the number of mines in the state dropped below 100.
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November 20, 2025 at 10:12 PM
Kentucky coal production fell 14% in 2024, mines now under 100 www.lpm.org/news/2025-11...
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Today is the 57th anniversary of the 1968 Farmington Mine explosion that killed 78 miners, led to new mine safety laws and incited a rebellion of UMW reformers against the corrupt union leadership - - leading to the assassination of union leader Jock Yablonski.
Farmington Mine Disaster and the Blood of Coal Miners - Confined Space
Today is the 56th anniversary of the Farmington mine disaster that changed the mining industry and the mineworkers union forever.
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November 20, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Today is the 57th anniversary of the 1968 Farmington Mine explosion that killed 78 miners, led to new mine safety laws and incited a rebellion of UMW reformers against the corrupt union leadership - - leading to the assassination of union leader Jock Yablonski.
A MUST LISTEN from @storiesbyjess.bsky.social.
Jess is one of the most incredible reporters I know. She has a very hard story about abuse of children, what happens when it goes ignored, and how a group of women fought for justice.
This is a hard listen, but a must.
www.lpm.org/podcast/dig
Jess is one of the most incredible reporters I know. She has a very hard story about abuse of children, what happens when it goes ignored, and how a group of women fought for justice.
This is a hard listen, but a must.
www.lpm.org/podcast/dig
Dig
Each season on "Dig," from the Kentucky Center for Investigative Reporting, we expose the systems that allow injustice to fester, and shine a light on the people fighting for solutions. Season Three: ...
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November 11, 2025 at 2:24 PM
A MUST LISTEN from @storiesbyjess.bsky.social.
Jess is one of the most incredible reporters I know. She has a very hard story about abuse of children, what happens when it goes ignored, and how a group of women fought for justice.
This is a hard listen, but a must.
www.lpm.org/podcast/dig
Jess is one of the most incredible reporters I know. She has a very hard story about abuse of children, what happens when it goes ignored, and how a group of women fought for justice.
This is a hard listen, but a must.
www.lpm.org/podcast/dig
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A promise of Trump's first and second term was that the coal industry would surge back to it's old self under his leadership.
The number of workers employed in Kentucky coal mines fell below 3,800 in the second quarter, the lowest total on record. From @tatecurtis.bsky.social at @weku.bsky.social
Kentucky Coal Employment Slumps to Record Low In 2nd Quarter
Employment in the Kentucky coal industry drops to record lows
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November 7, 2025 at 3:14 PM
A promise of Trump's first and second term was that the coal industry would surge back to it's old self under his leadership.
Here at a candlelight vigil for victims of the UPS plane crash in Louisville, where Mayor Craig Greenberg announced there are now 13 deaths.
November 6, 2025 at 11:25 PM
Here at a candlelight vigil for victims of the UPS plane crash in Louisville, where Mayor Craig Greenberg announced there are now 13 deaths.
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great thread from Ryan here. I am SURE all my local friends on here support Louisville Public Media but I’m gonna drop this just in case donate.lpm.org/membership
I know, I know, media is DYING right? But LOCAL media is still out here doing the work, showing up, donning masks to breathe in fewer petroleum fumes and delivering the information our communities need. Allow me to demonstrate.
November 5, 2025 at 10:35 PM
great thread from Ryan here. I am SURE all my local friends on here support Louisville Public Media but I’m gonna drop this just in case donate.lpm.org/membership
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I know, I know, media is DYING right? But LOCAL media is still out here doing the work, showing up, donning masks to breathe in fewer petroleum fumes and delivering the information our communities need. Allow me to demonstrate.
November 5, 2025 at 9:54 PM
I know, I know, media is DYING right? But LOCAL media is still out here doing the work, showing up, donning masks to breathe in fewer petroleum fumes and delivering the information our communities need. Allow me to demonstrate.
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My latest on the Louisville plane crash that has now killed at least 11 👇
An official with the National Transportation Safety Board investigating the deadly UPS cargo plane crash in Louisville says the left engine fell off as it was attempting to take off, before crashing just beyond the runway.
Federal agency investigating Louisville UPS plane crash says engine fell off on takeoff
An official with the National Transportation Safety Board says the left engine fell off the UPS plane as it was attempting to take off, before crashing just beyond the runway.
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November 5, 2025 at 9:30 PM
My latest on the Louisville plane crash that has now killed at least 11 👇
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LPM's @justinhicks.lpm.org wrote a computer program to see how much Kentuckians will have to pay extra in premiums if they get their health insurance through the Affordable Care Act marketplace (Kynect in KY). Prices going up b/c GOP-run U.S. gov. hasn't extended ACA tax credits.
Many Kentuckians to pay hundreds or even thousands more for health insurance next year
Kentucky Public Radio analyzed quotes from the state’s health insurance marketplace and found premium increases ranging from 60% to 600% compared to 2025.
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October 31, 2025 at 6:35 PM
LPM's @justinhicks.lpm.org wrote a computer program to see how much Kentuckians will have to pay extra in premiums if they get their health insurance through the Affordable Care Act marketplace (Kynect in KY). Prices going up b/c GOP-run U.S. gov. hasn't extended ACA tax credits.