Elections Breaking: Bevin Wins Kentucky Governor’s Race Nov 4, 2015 Share on Facebook Tweet on Twitter Kentucky Republican gubernatorial candidate Matt Bevin speaks at a candidates forum during a meeting of county judge executives and magistrates conference, in Louisville, Ky., Friday, June 19, 2015. (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley) Matt Bevin will be the next Governor of Kentucky according to local reports. With around 80% of precincts reporting, Bevin leads his opponent, Democrat Attornery General Jack Conway, 52% to 44%. Live updates HERE