Kentucky
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It’s tax season. You gathered documents. You analyzed, you itemized and you filed everything to the IRS and the Kentucky Department of Revenue. Now comes the horrible waiting part. If you’re as impatient as we are, you’ll want to know how soon your refund check will give your bank account a much needed lift.
Here’s what you can do to check your tax refund status in Kentucky:
How can I check my tax refund status in Kentucky?
You can check the status of your Kentucky state tax refund at the state’s online portal. You can speak with an examiner about a prior year’s or amended refund by calling (502) 564-4581. You’ll need to provide a Social Security number, as well as the exact amount of the refund.
The Kentucky Department of Revenue recommends waiting a minimum of four to six weeks before checking the status of your electronically filed tax refund and 10-14 weeks for paper-filed returns.
Where’s my tax refund? How to check with the IRS
Visit the IRS online at Where’s My Refund? (irs.gov/refunds) or at IRS2Go mobile app to get the latest details about your current tax return and refund, as well as information about your taxes from 2022 or 2021. Here’s when you can begin checking:
- 24 hours after e-filing a tax year 2023 return.
- Three or four days after e-filing a tax year 2021 or 2022 return.
- Four weeks after mailing a paper return.
Tips for tax season
Yes, tax season can be stressful, but you can help make it as painless as possible by following these suggested tips from the Kentucky Department of Revenue:
| 2D Barcode Returns | Even though some W-2 information is included, Schedule KW2 needs to be attached for verification of withholding claimed. |
| Addresses | Make sure the address entered on the return is the correct address. If you move after you have submitted your return, please contact the Department of Revenue to update your address. |
| Amended Returns | Use the proper form for the year you are amending and include a complete explanation of the changes. Please include corrected Kentucky and/or federal forms, schedules, or W-2s. Processing of amended returns is from four to six months. |
| Attach Supporting Schedules | Make sure all appropriate schedules and worksheets are attached to the return (i.e. K-1s, 8863-K, Schedule ITC, federal tax forms, etc.) |
| Credit for Tax Paid to Another State | Paper returns must include copies of other state(s) returns if claiming a credit. Electronically filed returns must have the Credit for Tax Paid to Another State worksheet completed and submitted with the electronic submission for proper processing. |
| Direct Deposit | If you are filing electronically and request that your refund be direct deposited, be sure to verify that all account and routing numbers are current. Direct deposit is available for those filing Form 740 only. |
| Form 2210-K | When applicable, use Form 2210-K to calculate any underpayment of estimated tax penalties, underpayment of estimated tax interest, or to claim an exception to the penalty. Check the appropriate box on Form 740 or Form 740-NP when Form 2210-K is attached. |
| Payments | When submitting payments for electronically filed returns, do not send a copy of your return. Use Form 740-V to remit your payment. Include your Social Security number and tax year on the check. |
| Social Security Numbers | Please enter Social Security numbers legibly and in the appropriate boxes on the return. |
| Wage and Tax Statement | Be sure that schedule KW2 is attached to support the Kentucky withholding claimed on the return. It is no longer necessary to submit W-2s, 1099s, and/or W-2Gs with your return. Please retain these forms with your records and provide them only upon request. |
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John Tufts covers trending news for the Indianapolis Star. Send him a news tip at JTufts@Gannett.com.
Kentucky
Pamela Stevenson, the top Democrat in the Kentucky House, launches campaign for the US Senate
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Kentucky lawmaker Pamela Stevenson, the top-ranking Democrat in the GOP-led state House, launched her U.S. Senate campaign on Monday, vowing to help “stop the recklessness” in Washington if elected. The seat has long been held by Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell, who is not seeking reelection in 2026.
Stevenson, an attorney and minister, ran for state attorney general in 2023 but lost by a wide margin to Republican Russell Coleman. The only Kentucky Democrats to win statewide that year were Gov. Andy Beshear and his running mate, Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman, who won reelection to second terms.
Known for a fiery speaking style at the Kentucky Capitol, Stevenson pledged to continue fighting for health care access and public education, noting in an introductory digital profile that her legislative colleagues “know they only have a problem with me if they go after” her causes.
Her Senate announcement came days after Kentucky lawmakers ended their 2025 session.
In the digital profile, Stevenson didn’t mention by name Republican President Donald Trump — who has dominated the political landscape in GOP-trending Kentucky since first winning the White House in 2016 — but the Democrat signaled her disapproval with the country’s direction since Trump started his second term.
“We need someone to stop the recklessness in Washington,” said, Stevenson, the minority floor leader in the Kentucky House. “Someone to restore the balance of power.”
Stevenson is the first Black woman to lead a legislative caucus in the Kentucky General Assembly. In her digital biographical sketch, the Louisville, Kentucky, native says her father was a union welder and her mother was a clerk. Stevenson says they lived down the street from her grandparents’ church, where Stevenson serves as a minister, and she talks about her military service as a judge advocate general in the U.S. Air Force.
McConnell, the longest-serving Senate party leader in U.S. history, announced in February that he won’t seek reelection next year but will retire when his current term ends. Kentucky hasn’t elected a Democrat to the Senate since Wendell Ford in 1992.
On the Republican side, former state Attorney General Daniel Cameron has entered the Senate race, while U.S. Rep. Andy Barr and businessman Nate Morris are considering Senate runs. All three speak glowingly of Trump, hoping to land his endorsement. Beshear defeated Cameron in the 2023 governor’s race, and speculation continues to build over whether the term-limited Beshear will run for president in 2028.
One potential wild card in Kentucky’s Senate race next year is Democrat Rocky Adkins, a former longtime state lawmaker who has deep political connections statewide. Adkins lost to Beshear in the 2019 Democratic gubernatorial primary and now serves as Beshear’s senior adviser in the governor’s office.
“While Rocky continues to receive tremendous encouragement from across Kentucky, he has not made any decisions on any race,” said Emily Ferguson, a spokesperson for Adkins.
Lightning flashed and hail pounded down in Fancy Farm, Kentucky, as severe weather swept through the state on Sunday, March 30.
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What’s With That? Betting superstitions at the Kentucky Derby
Courier Journal reporter Kirby Adams talks with Churchill Downs publicity manager Kevin Kerstein to answer your biggest Kentucky Derby questions.
- Trainer Todd Pletcher has saddled a horse in every Kentucky Derby since 2004
- Bob Baffert trainee Rodriguez is a top contender in the Wood Memorial
Todd Pletcher has saddled at least one horse in the Kentucky Derby every year since 2004, but he’s running out of time to find a qualifier in 2025.
His best chance may come in Saturday’s $750,000, Grade 2 Wood Memorial at Aqueduct.
The Pletcher-trained Grande will be among the top contenders despite a light racing resume.
A son of Curlin, Grande is 2 for 2 in his career, with both races coming at Gulfstream Park. He most recently won a 1 1/8-mile allowance optional claiming race Feb. 27.
A $300,000 purchase at the 2023 Keeneland September Yearling Sale, Grande drew the No. 7 post position in a field of 12 for the Wood.
The Wood will offer 200 qualifying points toward the May 3 Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs, including 100 to the winner.
Pletcher has won the Kentucky Derby twice — 2010 with Super Saver and 2017 with Always Dreaming. He’s saddled a record 65 horses in the Derby since his first appearance in 2000.
Currently, Pletcher’s top horse on the Kentucky Derby leaderboard, River Thames, ranks No. 28. River Thames is expected to run in Saturday’s Blue Grass at Keeneland.
Another top contender in the Wood will be Bob Baffert trainee Rodriguez, who enters off a third-place finish in the Grade 2 San Felipe on March 1 at Santa Anita Park.
The morning line for the Wood has not yet been announced.
This story will be updated.
Post time: TBA Saturday at Aqueduct in South Ozone Park, N.Y. Purse: $750,000. Grade: 2. Distance: 1 1/8 miles. TV: FOX. Kentucky Derby qualifying points: 100 for first place, 50 for second place, 25 for third place, 15 for fourth place, 10 for fifth place.
PP Horse, jockey, trainer, odds TBA
1. Rodriguez, Mike Smith, Bob Baffert
2. Captain Cook, Manny Franco, Rick Dutrow Jr.
3. Tiger Twenty Four, Javier Castellano, Bill Mott
4. My Mitole, Luis Rivera Jr., Carlos Martin
5. Sand Devil, Jose Lezcano, Linda Rice
6. Hill Road, Joel Rosario, Chad Brown
7. Grande, Dylan Davis, Todd Pletcher
8. Passion Rules, Kendrick Carmouche, Brad Cox
9. Bear Claw Necklace, Romero Maragh, Saffie Joseph Jr.
10. Mcafee, Eric Cancel, Rick Dutrow Jr.
11. Statesman, Samuel Marin, Shug McGaughey
12. Omaha Omaha, Raul Mena, Michael Gorham
Jason Frakes: 502-582-4046; jfrakes@courier-journal.com; follow on X @KentuckyDerbyCJ.
Last May, NBC Sports announced a partnership with Churchill Downs to present the Kentucky Derby on NBC and Peacock through 2032.
The extension includes multiplatform rights to the Kentucky Derby, Kentucky Oaks and Derby and Oaks Day programming, which will be presented on NBC, Peacock, USA Network and additional NBCU platforms.
You can stream the 2025 Kentucky Derby on Fubo and Peacock.
While not yet official, the post time for the 151st Kentucky Derby will be about 6:57 p.m. on Saturday, May 3.
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