The Proof award: Tom Fromme, retired Newport city manager, gets meetNKY’s top honor
By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor Retired Newport City Manager Tom Fromme, who has been deeply engaged in the community throughout…
Flurry of ‘barge bills,’ others head to Governor’s desk as House works deep into the night
This story mentions suicide. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is 988. By Liam Niemeyer, McKenna Horsley and Sarah Ladd Kentucky…
The River: A halcyon dream the resurgence of American shipbuilding might at last save our DELTA QUEEN
The riverboat captain is a storyteller. Captain Don Sanders shares the stories of his long association with the river —…
Process begins to convert Covington’s Scott, Greenup streets, remove KY 17 from populated neighborhoods
The physical work of moving a designated state highway from several densely populated Covington neighborhoods is underway. After years of…
Drivers urged to prepare for adverse conditions during Severe Weather Awareness Week March 16-22
Spring and summer are a time to keep an eye to the sky and stay weather-aware, and as those living…
Government briefs: Park Hills, Florence, Taylor Mill, Elsmere, Covington, Boone, Kenton, Lakeside Park
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter PARK HILLS Park Hills City Council discussed a municipal order which will provide Notre…
City of Covington seeking social service providers for nearly $700,000 in Federal HOME-ARP funds
Covington is looking for high-capacity social service providers to spend almost $700,000 to help vulnerable populations. As the lead agency…
Joe Heller: Cartoonist’s view on news — caffeine, eggs, seeing green on St. Pat’s, and tapping-saps
Joe Heller was the editorial cartoonist for the Green Bay Press-Gazette in Green Bay, Wis., from 1985 until being laid…
meetNKY’s annual report to the community — Tourism in Motion — cites $2.2 billion economic impact
meetNKY, Northern Kentucky Convention and Visitors Bureau, hosted its 2025 Annual Meeting at The Gallery at Newport on the Levee….
Optimists Clubs of Covington, Newport to celebrate 100 years of service to Northern Kentucky April 5
Staff report The Optimist Clubs of Covington and Newport are celebrating a major milestone in 2025, as both clubs are…
As spring travel season approaches, Kentucky sees third lowest gas prices in nation
Despite increased demand, gas prices dipped lower this week, with the national average at $3.07 per gallon, about 3 cents…
KYTC geotechnical work to affect I-71/75 Northbound in Boone and Kenton Counties beginning Monday
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is advising motorists of significant traffic impacts on Interstate 71/75 in Boone and Kenton counties…
Cooper’s season ends with loss to Sacred Heart in girls state tournament for third time in four years
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Cooper girls basketball coach Justin Holthaus had one practice session to prepare his players…
City of Covington awards third round of Small Business Program rent subsidy, facade improvement incentives
A new Italian restaurant in an historic building … a music venue … makers of chocolate … designers of buildings…
FEMA: Severe storms can happen at any time; being prepared is vital
The recent severe storms and flooding that occurred across Kentucky last month is a reminder that extreme weather events can…
Keven Moore: Can employers be sued for negligently selecting an unqualified independent contractor?
Recently the Minnesota Supreme Court recognized a claim for negligent selection of an independent contractor in Alonzo v. Menholt. The…
Shorthanded Kentucky runs out of steam, falls to Alabama 99-70 SEC tournament quarterfinal
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Shorthanded Kentucky gave Alabama its best shot before the Tide wore down the Wildcats in…
KCTCS regents report ‘upward trend’ on enrollment, highlights of actions at meeting
More and more students across all student classifications are enrolling in one of the 16 colleges of the Kentucky Community…
Kentucky Community Action Agencies extend LIHEAP Winter Crisis enrollment through March 31
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Winter Crisis enrollment has been extended until March 31. Kentucky Community Action Agencies…
Opinion – Suzanne Barker Griffith: Congress should start with MRA allowances if serious about cost cutting
In these austere times, the old saying, “The pot calling the kettle black,” sure fits as DOGE, the Department of…
Legislature ok’s late-breaking ‘clarification’ of state abortion law, heads to governor’s desk
By Sarah Ladd Kentucky Lantern In response to what one Republican called “a desperate need for clarity” in Kentucky abortion…
In challenging times, these men turn to their F3 group — for Fitness, Fellowship, and Faith
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter It’s a fact that life can be hard. From birth to death every person…