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The Kentucky Public Service Commission has approved Duke Energy Kentucky, Inc.'s request to exit the Frequency Responsive Resource (FRR) construct and transition to the Reliability Pricing Model (RPM) construct, subject to certain conditions. The commission's final order entered on May 16, 2025, grants Duke Energy'
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U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), alongside 32 other Democratic senators, have exposed the Trump Administration and Congressional Republicans' plan to dismantle critical social services, including Head Start, Meals on Wheels, and programs to prevent child abuse and support individuals with disabilities.
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The Kentucky Public Service Commission is considering a joint petition from Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company to grant confidential protection for certain information the companies are providing in their responses to supplemental requests for information from the Commission. The companies argue that disclosure of this information
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Wisconsin Electric Power Company, along with its subsidiaries Wisconsin Public Service Corporation and Upper Michigan Energy Resources Corporation, has submitted a motion to intervene in the Midcontinent Independent System Operator, Inc. (MISO) proceeding. The company is seeking to participate in the proceedings related to the proposed tariff revisions that would
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Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO) has filed a supplemental amendment to its application with the Arkansas Public Service Commission (APSC) to construct and operate natural gas-fired generation units, the Hallsville Project, at the site of the retired Pirkey Plant in Texas. The company also seeks to convert existing Welsh Units
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TXNM Energy, the parent company of Public Service Company of New Mexico, is undergoing a leadership change as CEO Pat Collawn transitions to executive chair, and Don Tarry takes over as president and CEO on July 1. This move comes amidst news reports that Blackstone Inc., the world's
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The Kentucky Public Service Commission has issued an order regarding Duke Energy Kentucky, Inc.'s application to adjust natural gas rates, approving new tariffs, and seeking other required approvals. On May 16, 2025, the commission responded to Duke Energy's request, requiring specific changes to the proposed tariff
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The Kentucky Public Service Commission (PSC) has approved Duke Energy Kentucky, Inc.'s (Duke Kentucky) request for confidential treatment for certain information related to the conversion of its wet flue gas desulfurization system and environmental compliance plan. The request, filed on April 17, 2025, sought to keep vendor pricing
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Public services in the US are facing significant harm as House committees vote to move forward with a budget that strips millions of people of their health insurance and cuts funding for essential services. According to AFSCME President Lee Saunders, the extreme cuts will impact not just those receiving health
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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has issued a formal notice granting an extension of time in the energy proceeding Kentucky Public Service Commission, Attorney General of the Commonwealth of Kentucky v. American Electric Power Service Corporation, et al. (Docket No. EL25-67-000). The extension was requested by the Kentucky Public Service
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Kentucky's Republican auditor has sued Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear over the implementation of a state law intended to support adults who care for young relatives who suffered suspected abuse or neglect at home. The law, Senate Bill 151, aims to enable relatives to become eligible for foster care
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Foster for East Midlands Councils, a collaborative initiative between Derby City, Derbyshire, Nottingham City, and Nottinghamshire Councils, has marked a significant milestone in its first 12 months. Formed in April 2024, the initiative aims to provide a more joined-up and user-friendly service for foster carers in the East Midlands region.
