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Governor Beshear makes it easier for felons to vote Wants a review of Kentucky’s penal code this year more>> Restoration of Voting Rights for Former Felons There have been plenty of news stories across the Commonwealth about Kentucky's big step forward in restoring voting rights to former felons who have served their time. Here are a few: "Restoring voting rights eased," Lexington Herald-Leader "Regaining voting rights easier," Courier Journal "Beshear makes restoring felon voting rights easier," News-Enterprise "Felon Voting Rights To Be Restored," Kentucky Post "Beshear simplifies process to restore voting rights for felons," Herald-Dispatch/AP "Felon Voting Rights," WTVQ Rally and Lobby Day in Frankfort Hundreds Rally For Bill That Would Let Felons Vote After Serving Time 186,000 Kentuckians Disenfranchised Because Of Convictions more>>

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United States Conference of Mayors Unanimously Passes Resolution
27/Jun/2008 8:14
Nation’s Mayors Seek Policy Reforms that Will Save Both Lives and Dollars by Preventing Unnecessary Overdose Deaths more>>

Judge Refuses to Block Florida Voter Law
26/Jun/2008 11:48
A federal judge has refused to block a new version of a Florida voter registration law that critics say could keep thousands of people from casting ballots this year more>>

Marijuana potency increased last year to the highest level in more than 30 years
12/Jun/2008 7:11
Poses greater health risks to people who may view the drug as harmless, according to a report released Thursday by the White House. more>>

State health services may trim further
22/May/2008 5:21
Advocates to rally at cabinet today more>>

Former NBA Star Joe Pace Goes From Glory to Homeless Shelter
17/May/2008 5:20
"I'm surprised I'm still alive," Pace said. "I guess there's a purpose in life." more>>

Drugs, Depression A Perilous Mix For Teens
10/May/2008 6:30
Report: Depression Triggers More Marijuana Use, Leading To Dependency, Mental Illness more>>

Alcoholism is not just a 'man's disease' anymore
5/May/2008 5:41
A new examination has found substantial increases in drinking and alcohol dependence among women. more>>

Anti-addiction drugs linked to depression
25/Apr/2008 5:35
"Super pills" intended to curb addiction by blocking brain's pleasure centers more>>

Afghans Battle Drug Addiction
6/Apr/2008 12:57
Treatment Centers for Women Reflect Increasing Opium Use more>>

Runner gets homeless on right track
4/Apr/2008 6:28
"Back On My Feet" running club hit the streets. more>>

From the brink of suicide to saving lives
21/Mar/2008 11:11
Scott Silverman was on the verge of jumping from a 44th-floor window 23 years ago more>>

Rising prison numbers worry Ky.
17/Mar/2008 9:21
Officials will meet today to consider solutions more>>

Chief justice criticizes court funding
15/Mar/2008 8:19
PREDICTS LAYOFFS, 'HARMFUL REDUCTIONS' more>>

Beshear supports Kelly's prison diversion bill
11/Mar/2008 17:42
The bill would create a 200-bed facility in which non-violent drug offenders would be treated. more>>

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