http://wkms.org en http://wkms.org/post/ky-chief-justice-says-judicial-branch-needs-more-money <p></p><p>Kentucky Chief Justice John Minton wants lawmakers to find more money for the state’s judicial branch in the wake of last year's budget cuts. In his annual 'State of the Judiciary' today, Minton said he was upset that courts had to close for three furlough days this fiscal year. Thu, 31 Jan 2013 22:21:49 +0000 Kenny Colston (KPR) 27482 at http://wkms.org KY Chief Justice Says Judicial Branch Needs More Money http://wkms.org/post/judicial-cuts-affect-drug-court <p>Cuts to Kentucky&#39;s judicial system will impact a program designed to reduce recidivism among those convicted of drug related crimes. Chief Justice John D. Minton made the decision to implement three furlough days for judicial employees over the coming calendar year in addition to cuts in other judicial programs.&nbsp;</p><p> Tue, 08 May 2012 21:46:06 +0000 Drew Adams 17902 at http://wkms.org Judicial Cuts Affect Drug Court