Our Rich History: ‘Borderland Justice’ and a fugitive slave trial in the Ohio River Valley
By Dylan Mahorney Special to NKyTribune In the Antebellum Era, the Ohio River was not nearly as wide or deep…
‘Controlled blast’: KYTC announces implosion of Licking River Bridge set for March 2
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has announced a major milestone toward construction of a modern, signature bridge to connect Newport and…
Cincinnati Observatory will welcome early risers to view March 3 total lunar eclipse
Early risers across the tri-state area will be treated to a total lunar eclipse in the pre-dawn hours of Tuesday,…
Kenton Mayors Group discusses occupational fees, apportionment and refunds
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Covington Mayor Ron Washington led a discussion at the February Mayors’ Meeting, held at…
Jennifer Jahn: As we celebrate America’s 250 years, let’s also celebrate 152nd Kentucky Derby
As the nation commemorates 250 years since the signing of the United States Declaration of Independence, Americans are reflecting not…
Daniel Boone National Forest seeking seasonal hires for upcoming recreation season
The Daniel Boone National Forest is hiring seasonal employees for the upcoming recreation season and is encouraging applications. “Our seasonal…
Best selling author Keith O’Brien to return for Campbell Co. Library’s March 6 Signature Series
On March 6 at 7 p.m., Keith O’Brien returns to the Fort Thomas Branch of the Campbell County Public Library…
Opinion — Greatest risk of AI in higher education isn’t cheating — it’s the erosion of learning itself
By Nir Eisikovits and Jacob Burley The Conversation Public debate about artificial intelligence in higher education has largely orbited a…
The River: Something is always happening along the river — whether we like it or not
The riverboat captain is a storyteller. Captain Don Sanders shares the stories of his long association with the river —…
Three Chimneys Farm, trainer John Ennis’ Great White wins 44th running of Battaglia Memorial
Three Chimneys Farm and John Ennis’ Great White made a bold three-wide move around the far turn and held off…
Notre Dame swimmer is repeat winner at state meet; Conner wrestlers take first Region 5 team title
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Notre Dame placed second in the girls swimming and diving state championship meet Saturday…
CovCath senior named Player of the Year has three teammates join him on list of Division I nominees
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Four starters on the Covington Catholic boys basketball team are among the top 12…
Dan Weber’s Just Sayin’: Big month for small schools at the NKy Sports Hall of Fame
Nowhere in Kentucky are small schools as big a deal and as important a part of the sporting culture as…
Government briefs: Roundup of news from meetings in Erlanger, Campbell, Villa Hills
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter ERLANGER Citizens from Erlanger, Elsmere, and Florence came to the Erlanger city building this…
Ludlow Historic Society to host presentation on city’s railroad beginnings Feb. 24 at Second Site Spirits
Staff report The riverfront City of Ludlow and the railroad have a shared history dating back to to the 1870s,…
Wawa will host grand opening party at new store in Hebron at 2335 Water Tower Drive
The upcoming grand opening of Wawa in Hebron will feature festivities including free t-shirts for the first 100 customers, free…
NKU presents educator preparation program to state Education Professional Standards Board
Representatives from Northern Kentucky University presented information on their educator preparation program during the Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB) meeting…
NKY Reps. Moser, Roberts file new tax credit bill following KY Supreme Court’s Charter school ruling
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today After the Kentucky Supreme Court this week declared state funding of charter schools is unconstitutional,…
Joe Heller: Cartoonist on news — social media, Jesse Jackson, Prince and Epstein, seed catalogues
Joe Heller was the editorial cartoonist for the Green Bay Press-Gazette in Green Bay, Wis., from 1985 until being laid…
Resplendence paves road to Kentucky Oaks with gate-to-wire win in Friday’s Cincinnati Trophy Stakes
Bonne Chance Farm’s Resplendence went gate-to-wire for an 11-1 upset victory in Friday night’s 44th running of the $174,800 Cincinnati…
Taking deeper look at Kentucky’s Supreme Court unanimous decision on school funding, written by Justice Michelle Keller
By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor As the nation celebrates a pivotal ‘rule of law’ affirmation from the U.S. Supreme Court,…
CovCath boys, Cooper girls enter playoffs as 9th Region favorites despite losses in final games
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter The Covington Catholic boys and Cooper girls still have high expectations going into Kentucky’s…