Our Rich History: Cincinnati, Indianapolis Clowns were Negro League’s version of Harlem Globetrotters
By Michael O’Bryant Special to NKyTribune The history of the Negro Leagues in baseball is often remembered through players such…
Animal abuse: State cases have involved government employees who’ve largely avoided repercussions
(Editor’s note: This is the second in a three-part series on Kentucky’s animal abuse laws.) By R.G. Dunlop Special to…
New Texas A&M research shows dogs and humans are more alike than we thought; led by NKY native
(Editor’s note: Dr. Kate Creevy is the daughter of Dr. Joseph and Nancy Creevy of Lakeside Park. She is a…
Sen. Mitch McConnell, 84, hospitalized and receiving ‘excellent care,’ his office says
Staff report Sen. Mitch McConnell’s office has said he has been hospitalized, but offered no details. “Senator McConnell was admitted…
News briefs: KET young writer winner, McDaniel to prosecutors council, ACUE fund chair named
Turkey Foot Middle School student among winners of KET Young Writer’s Contest Turkeyfoot Middle School student Nasir Tayabee has been…
Cincinnati Museum Center’s LEGO Jurassic World exhibition now open — two years in the making
It’s an adventure six million LEGO bricks in the making. Featuring more than 60 massive dinosaurs, iconic scenes and interactive props…
Archeologist Jeannine Kreinbrink to explore stories of historical maps during Tuesday’s NKY History Hour
Before Google Maps and GPS, maps were carefully drawn by hand to record the roads, rivers, homes, businesses and landscapes…
The River: Change is inevitable, in steamboating and life, and so it was for mighty DELTA QUEEN
The riverboat captain is a storyteller. Captain Don Sanders shares the stories of his long association with the river —…
Animal abuse: In KY, abusers often serve little to no jail time for offenses; officials say they follow law
Editor’s note: The first in a three-part series on Kentucky’s animal abuse laws. By R.G. Dunlop Special to NKyTribune “Disgusting.”…
The welcome mat: NKY tourism is thriving, along with the state; total $2.2 billion spending, 13k jobs
Staff report Gov. Andy Beshear declared that 2025 was the best year ever for Kentucky tourism, with $14.6 billion generated…
True to his roots, Mike Polly to offer his free Youth Football Camp for 4th year
By Andy Furman NKyTribune staff writer His address has changed the past several years – but Mike Polly’s heart –…
TMU professor, Cari Garriga, inspires students to go out of their comfort zones — and study abroad
By Isabella Schultz NKyTribune staff writer When someone first meets Thomas More University Spanish professor Cari Garriga, they see that…
Government briefs: Park Hills, Independence, Lakeside Park, Florence, Boone, Kenton, Taylor Mill, Covington
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter PARK HILLS Park Hills Mayor Kathy Zembrodt gave an update on events in the…
Joe Heller: Cartoonist on news — rigged elections, Iran, road construction, the Bears, Father’s Day
Joe Heller was the editorial cartoonist for the Green Bay Press-Gazette in Green Bay, Wis., from 1985 until being laid…
Covington Board of Education’s Edelen and Simpson named finalists for national board members of year
Ethan Ashley, CEO and co-founder of School Board Partners, announced the recognition during the Covington Board of Education this week…
Southgate adopts zoning amendment to control electronic smoking use in an around ‘vape shops’
Southgate City Council has voted unanimously to pass a vape zoning amendment — Ordinance 26-06 — which establishes clear, enforceable…
Cincinnati Border agents intercept counterfeit watches, glasses and headwear with total MSRP of $19.2 million
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Port of Cincinnati stopped a shipment recently containing 111 pieces of counterfeit…
Covington residents can purge e-waste, old paper files at June 20 recycling event at Holmes High School
Looking to clear out old electronics, confidential documents, foam packaging, or other hard-to-dispose-of items? Covington residents and organizations can do…
Report: Kentucky’s water systems produce high-quality water, comply with safety requirements
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Kentucky’s 2025 Drinking Water Compliance Report shows public water systems across the state produce high-quality…
Lee Ramsey: Developing nonnegotiables — recognizing priorities lets you see where you are
Last week, as a work day was coming to a close, I asked my client, “What are the things you…
Duke Energy’s Cara Brooks named to inaugural class of KY Chamber Next Generation Leadership Council
The Kentucky Chamber has launched its inaugural Next Generation Leadership Council, bringing together rising leaders to help shape the future…
Family Nurturing Center invites community to sign beam to be included in contruction of new building
Family Nurturing Center is celebrating a major milestone in the construction of its new facility and is inviting donors, volunteers,…