Sep 26 Politics Republicans Scrapping Health Care Vote — Again Republican senators are conceding that their latest push to overhaul the Affordable Care Act does not have the votes. By Domenico Montanaro, NPR and Susan Davis, NPR Sep 26 Politics Republicans Scrapping Health Care Vote — Again Domenico Montanaro, NPR and Susan Davis, NPR
Aug 31 Politics Trump Gives Congress An Olive Branch With Tax Pitch, But Will It Last? The president Wednesday stated his commitment to working with Congress on taxes. Trump's comments follow his recent public criticism of fellow Republicans. By Jessica Taylor, NPR Aug 31 Politics Trump Gives Congress Olive Branch With Tax Pitch, But Will It Last? Jessica Taylor, NPR
Jul 7 Health Who Would Enjoy Tax Breaks Under The GOP Health Care Proposals? The GOP health bills would eliminate many of the taxes that help pay for coverage under Obamacare. Wealthy individuals stand to gain the most. By Julie Appleby Jul 7 Health Who Would Enjoy Tax Breaks Under The GOP Health Care Proposals? Julie Appleby
May 9 Community Here’s How Much Louisville Officials Spend On Derby Guests In the past three years, city officials have spent nearly $282,000 to house, transport, feed and photograph their Derby guests, city records show. By Jacob Ryan May 9 Community Here's How Much Louisville Officials Spend On Derby Guests Jacob Ryan
May 2 Economy State Budget Director Predicts $113 Million Revenue Shortfall Director John Chilton says Kentucky is on track to take in $113.2 million less than predicted by the time the fiscal year ends on June 30. By Ryland Barton May 2 Economy State Budget Director Predicts $113 Million Revenue Shortfall Ryland Barton
Apr 26 Politics Trump Administration Proposes ‘Massive’ Tax Overhaul And Tax Cut Plan The details of the measure will be worked out in talks with Congress; the effect on the deficit is unknown. By Brian Naylor, NPR Apr 26 Politics Trump Proposes 'Massive' Tax Overhaul And Tax Cut Plan Brian Naylor, NPR
Apr 26 Politics Trump Administration Vows ‘Biggest Tax Cut,’ ‘Largest’ Overhaul In History The White House is issuing tax-plan guidelines today. It's not likely to get taken up soon, but Trump's Treasury secretary is pledging to move quickly. By Domenico Montanaro, NPR Apr 26 Politics Trump Vows 'Biggest Tax Cut,' 'Largest' Overhaul In History Domenico Montanaro, NPR
Apr 21 Politics What Is Tax Reform And Why Does Gov. Bevin Want It? Kentucky needs to come up with more money to put into state pension systems — either by cutting programs or raising more money from taxes. By Ryland Barton Apr 21 Politics What Is Tax Reform And Why Does Gov. Bevin Want It? Ryland Barton
Apr 20 Politics Some Tax-Cut Backers Urge Trump To Drop Full Overhaul, Go For Quick Win Nearly 100 days into Trump's presidency, there are still big questions about what his proposed tax overhaul will include — and whether the large changes he had envisioned are even possible. By John Ydstie, NPR Apr 20 Politics Some Tax-Cut Backers Urge Trump To Drop Full Overhaul, Go For Quick Win John Ydstie, NPR
Apr 18 Politics Simple Beats Nuance, Which Is Part Of Why Trump’s Not Releasing Those Tax Returns This has been said repeatedly, but it's worth repeating: there is nothing preventing the president from releasing his taxes while under audit. By Domenico Montanaro, NPR Apr 18 Politics Part Of Why Trump's Not Releasing Those Tax Returns Domenico Montanaro, NPR
Feb 27 Politics Here’s What To Watch For When Trump Addresses Congress After a chaotic first month, it will be a chance for Trump to reset his relationship with voters, who currently give him historically-low approval ratings. By Mara Liasson, NPR Feb 27 Politics Here's What To Watch For When Trump Addresses Congress Mara Liasson, NPR
Feb 24 Education U of L To Pay Back Taxes On Adidas Swag, Club Memberships The university owes almost $100,000 to the Internal Revenue Service after an audit found it wasn’t paying taxes on Adidas freebies given to staffers. By Kate Howard Feb 24 Education U of L To Pay Back Taxes On Adidas Swag, Club Memberships Kate Howard
Feb 28 Local News Kentucky 9/12 Project Cries Foul on IRS Inquiry Kentucky Tea Party groups are joining others around the country in complaining about inquiries from the Internal Revenue Service. Many of the groups are not-for-profit 501(c)(4)s. Such organizations may engage in elections and political campaigns, but the activities must primarily promote social welfare. The IRS has sent several groups questionnaires about their activities. The surveys […] By Kenny Colston Feb 28 Local News Kentucky 9/12 Project Cries Foul on IRS Inquiry Kenny Colston
Dec 19 Here and Now What’s Next for North Korea, Economist Says Higher Taxes Will Create Jobs, Comments on the End of the Iraq War: Today on Here and Now 1:06pm: North Koreans are mourning the death of Kim Jong Il, who died of a heart attack this weekend. The late Kim’s son, Kim Jong Un, is the heir apparent and experts say this transition period will be a challenge for the young man, who has had little time to develop a power base and […] By Laura Ellis Dec 19 Here and Now What’s Next for North Korea, Economist Says Higher Taxes Will Create Jobs, Comments on the End of the Iraq War: Today on Here and Now Laura Ellis
Aug 9 Local News Town Promises 75 Percent Property Tax Break for Ark Encounter Park Williamstown, Kentucky has agreed to give the Ark Encounter theme park a 75 percent property tax discount for 30 years. The park will present a literal interpretation of the Book of Genesis and feature a replica of Noah’s Ark that will contain dinosaurs. The mayor of Williamstown says even with the tax breaks, the park […] By Gabe Bullard Aug 9 Local News Town Promises 75 Percent Property Tax Break for Ark Encounter Park Gabe Bullard