Our Rich History: Gangster Nick Delmore was a notorious criminal of Cincinnati’s red-light district
By Michael O’Bryant Special to NKyTribune In the late 1800s, the area around George Street and Central Avenue in Cincinnati…
Public meeting set for discussion of multi-use concept for property in front of John G. Carlisle Elementary
Staff report The Center for Great Neighborhoods is holding a public open house to encourage discussion about a new proposal…
World Affairs Councils of America to hold its annual leadership meeting in Cincinnati/NKY this week
The World Affairs Councils of America, based in Washington DC, supports, strengthens, and represents a national network of 90 nonpartisan organizations working…
Them Before Us releases first of its kind report, measuring policies that put children first
By Tessa Redmond Kentucky Today Them Before Us, a global children’s rights organization dedicated to putting kids’ needs before adult…
TMU alum Noah Francis researched how doctors treat heart transplant patients, heads to med school
By Isabella Schutlz NKyTribune reporter Thomas More University alumnus Noah Francis is researching how doctors attend to heart transplant patients….
Chas Brannen dies at 79, served as Kenton County District Judge — and ‘held court’ at Roebling Books
Staff report Charles J. “Chas” Brannen, 79, of Covington, passed away on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, after an extended illness….
Business briefs: New Cold Spring location for Gold Star, United Way tax prep, Knochelmann state of county update
Gold Star’s new Cold Spring location Gold Star Chili will open its newest location in Cold Spring. Construction is officially…
I-71/75 ramp closures and detours in Covington advance construction of Brent Spence Bridge Corridor
Interstate 71/75 ramp closures and detours in Covington are needed to safely advance construction on the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor…
Campbell County, Beechwood baseball teams lose state tournament games in different ways
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Campbell County came up short in a slugfest while Beechwood didn’t get a single…
The River: A royal 99th birthday for the KING and QUEEN, as prospects dim for her majesty’s future
The riverboat captain is a storyteller. Captain Don Sanders shares the stories of his long association with the river —…
Newport Italianfest return’s to city’s Festival Park June 11-14 with full slate of food, fun and family entertainment
One of Northern Kentucky’s most anticipated summer traditions will return to Newport Festival Park from June 11-14, as Newport Italianfest…
Florence Mayor presents city’s ’25-’26 budget, promises full accounting of investigation into ‘revenue diversions’
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Florence Mayor Julie Aubuchon delivered a budget address this week, heralding the final approach…
Kelly Bowling found new canvas in Read Ready Covington’s Little Free Library box at Point/Arc
By Andy Furman Point/Arc Kelly Bowling has found a new canvas for her creative talent. She is an artist. That…
Duke Energy selected for DOE grant to provide up to $33.4 million to upgrade East Bend Power Station
Staff report Duke Energy has been selected by the U.S. Department of Energy for new grant funding totaling up to…
Ludlow Garden Walk highlights 12 distinctive gardens, benefits Ludlow Historical Society
The charm of Ludlow will be in full bloom as the Ludlow Historic Society invites visitors to experience gardens and…
Government briefs: News from Edgewood, Ft. Mitchell, Florence, Erlanger, Ft. Wright
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter EDGEWOOD Edgewood Mayor John Link opened a public hearing during the regular council meeting…
Joe Heller: Cartoonist views of news — D-Day, CBS, 60 Minutes, ticks, data centers
Joe Heller was the editorial cartoonist for the Green Bay Press-Gazette in Green Bay, Wis., from 1985 until being laid…
Highlands makes history with extra-inning victory in quarterfinal round of state softball tournament
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter A line drive that climbed over the second baseman’s outstretched glove and dropped into…
Beechwood Tigers will take on nationally ranked opponent in quarterfinal round of state baseball tournament
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter What may be the biggest game in the history of the Beechwood baseball program…
Bluegrass Hospitality Group announces plans for new Malone’s Prime Beef Steakhouse in Crestview Hills
Staff report Bluegrass Hospitality Group has announced a major growth initiative across Kentucky which will include the expansion of its…
Data center investment, ratepayer protections can both happen, state report argues
By Liam Niemeyer Kentucky Lantern As communities around Kentucky protest planned data centers, a new state energy group says data…
Covington issues RFPs for new homeownership opportunities on 28 parcels of city-owned property
The City of Covington’s Neighborhood Services Department has issued two Requests for Proposals (RFPs) seeking qualified developers to purchase and…