Erin Kelly

Washington, D.C., United States

Political Anchor and Reporter at Spectrum News 1 (Louisville, KY)

Political Anchor and Reporter at Spectrum News 1 (Northern ,KY)

Washington correspondent reporting on Kentucky politics and national news for @SpectrumNewsDC @SpectrumNews1Ky | [email protected]

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Advocates warn cuts could derail progress in reducing overdose deaths

3 days ago | spectrumnews1.com | Erin Kelly

Among Black Kentuckians, the decline was even greater, about 37%, after increases in recent years.
Kentucky republicans running for senate back Trump's tariffs

1 week ago | spectrumnews1.com | Erin Kelly

WASHINGTON — As the U.S. and China prepare to discuss ending their trade war, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent acknowledged at a House committee hearing Wednesday that President Donald Trump’s tariffs could hit Americans in their wallets. What You Need To KnowTwo high-profile Republican candidates looking to succeed outgoing Sen.
Check out the inspired Kentucky Oaks outfits under the twin spires

1 week ago | spectrumnews1.com | Erin Kelly

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — At Churchill Downs on Friday, thousands came out for a pink-hued celebration of the 151st running of the Kentucky Oaks. What You Need To KnowThousands came out for a pink-hued celebration of the 151st running of the Kentucky OaksMany Derby Week fans made their way to Churchill Downs for both racing and head-turning fashion.
Kentucky lawmakers, candidates weigh in on Trump's first 100 days

2 weeks ago | spectrumnews1.com | Erin Kelly

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump declared victory this week as he marked 100 days into his second term. “This is the best, they say, hundred-day start of any president in history and everyone is saying it,” Trump said Tuesday, April 29 in Michigan. “We’ve just gotten started.”What You Need To KnowPresident Donald Trump declared victory this week as he marked 100 days into his second termTwo Republicans standing firmly behind the president are running for U.S. Senate in Kentucky Rep.
Report: Racetracks under HISA saw lowest horse fatality rates since 2009

2 weeks ago | spectrumnews1.com | Erin Kelly

WASHINGTON — We are days away from the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby. Behind the scenes, many will work to ensure the horses and jockeys have a safe race.
Rep. Andy Barr expected to launch U.S. Senate campaign

3 weeks ago | spectrumnews1.com | Erin Kelly

WASHINGTON — An invitation obtained by Spectrum News shows Rep. Andy Barr, R-Lexington, is making a “special campaign announcement” in Richmond on Tuesday, April 22. Multiple Kentucky Republicans confirmed reports by the Lexington Herald-Leader that Barr is expected to officially launch a bid for U.S. Senate. What You Need To KnowAn invitation obtained by Spectrum News shows Rep.
Could coal make a comeback in Kentucky?

4 weeks ago | spectrumnews1.com | Erin Kelly

WASHINGTON — Promising to “turbocharge” the coal industry, President Donald Trump signed new executive orders this month. “We’re ending Joe Biden’s war on beautiful, clean coal, once and for all,” he said. The orders aim to halt some Biden-era policies, loosen environmental reviews of coal projects, and allow some older coal plants set for retirement to keep operating.
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear launches podcast

1 month ago | spectrumnews1.com | Erin Kelly

WASHINGTON — Gov. Andy Beshear, D-Ky., has joined the podcast game, promising to strike up a conversation beyond politics. What You Need To KnowGov.
The Alzheimer’s Association warns against reducing Health and Human Services

1 month ago | spectrumnews1.com | Erin Kelly

WASHINGTON — The Alzheimer’s Association is warning that staffing reductions by the Trump administration could “undermine” the government’s response to the dementia public health crisis. What You Need To KnowThe Alzheimer’s Association is warning that staffing reductions by the Trump administration could “undermine” the government’s response to the dementia public health crisisRep.
Kentucky advocates call for federal focus on mental health, recovery

1 month ago | spectrumnews1.com | Erin Kelly

WASHINGTON — As part of sweeping changes that also include layoffs and cuts at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) will be folded into the new "Administration for a Healthy America (AHA)," HHS said.

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