Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin, a Republican and Trump loyalist, is raising allegations of voting “irregularities” in his election loss to Democrat Andy Beshear. Bevin hasn’t produced any evidence to back up his claims and Republicans say they will not take any action without proof. [HeraldLeader]
Topping the news: City Councilwoman Erin Mendenhall announced her administration would be “ready on Day One,” at a press conference as the mayor-elect prepares to take office in Salt Lake City in January. [Trib] [DNews] [Fox13]
-> The Utah Legislature’s new tax reform bill, which would increase sales tax revenue in Utah by $570 million and decrease the income tax by $650 million, was met with criticism Thursday night by educators, small business owners, low-income advocates and Democrats.