Kentucky tourism generates $14.6 billion in economic impact in 2025, marking fourth-straight record year
Kentucky is celebrating its best year ever for tourisms in 2025, with $14.6 billion generated in economic impact supporting 96,993…
Northern Kentucky University 2026-27 budget includes $2.1 million surplus, provides salary increases
The Northern Kentucky University Board of Regents on Wednesday approved a $222 million operating budget for fiscal year 2026-27. The…
Prep Sports Report: Highlands pitcher will face biggest challenge in semifinals of state softball tournament
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Highlands senior Kaitlyn Dixon is the only softball pitcher in Kentucky with 30 wins…
Latonia branch of Kenton library celebrates its first birthday as ‘Chapter 2 begins’
The Kenton County Public Library celebrated the one-year anniversary Wednesday of its Latonia Branch — with a community-wide outdoor and…
Families invited to kick off summer Friday at 5th annual Early Childhood Fun Fest at Covington’s Randolph Park
Families with young children are invited to kick off summer at the fifth Annual Early Childhood Fun Fest on Friday,…
Bikes, skateboards and scooters equal epic summer fun for kids; use helmets to avoid head injuries
Dr. Marcy Duncan University of Kentucky As the weather warms up, kids grab skateboards, bikes, scooters and roller skates from…
Office of State Budget Director reports drop in Kentucky’s General Fund receipts in May
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The Office of State Budget Director reported on Wednesday that both General Fund and Road…
OneQuest Health hosts meeting of Kentucky Commission on Human Rights and cites shared values
OneQuest Health to host the Kentucky Commission on Human Rights at its main campus in Covington today, as commissioners from…
Heavy rains and flooded roadways can lead to tragedy, staying prepared can help drivers stay safe
With recent rain and thunderstorm across the region, AAA is issuing important safety reminders for drivers. “Strong downpours like we’re…
Dan Weber’s Just Sayin’: When Covington Latin produced a big hitter, but not in baseball
Jim Noll was always a bit of an outlier. In the large Noll family growing up on what was then…
Veronica Drees, 7, takes a first place in KY Department of Agriculture’s poster contest
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter When you are seven years old, days tend to be full of ups and…
City of Covington enters purchase agreement for 257 Pike Street, seeks community input on development
(Editor’s note: This story announces a new date for the public open house that was the subject of a story…
Police chiefs Spike Jones and Justin Wietholter talk about ‘better policing’ in Kenton County, Covington
By Andy Furman NKyTribune staff writer Spike Jones is a lifelong resident of Kenton County and was a member of…
Alexandria, Covington among cities to accept Governor Andy Beshear’s extension of gas tax cut
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Gov. Andy Beshear announced Tuesday that he has extended his executive order reducing the gas…
Northern Kentucky Chamber to host annual golf outing August 6 at The Golf Courses of Kenton County
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is inviting the NKY business community to join in the fun at its annual…
Mike Tussey: It’s National Iced Tea Month; how about a spot of tea?
During our routine days we become creatures of habit. So much so, that we achieve a taste for our “favorite…
Medicaid work requirements set, with stricter medical frailty guidelines; critics push back
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services launched its framework for Medicaid work requirements on Monday,…
Habitat for Humanity to celebrate completion of two additional homes at Covington’s Pope Leo Village
Staff Report Habitat for Humanity of Greater Cincinnati will celebrate the completion and dedication of two new residences in Covington’s…
BLINK — the celebrated immersive light and art show — coming Oct. 8-11 (expect the unexpected)
By Andy Furman NKyTribune staff writer Leslie Mooney has attended each and every BLINK – the internationally celebrated immersive light…
KY ranks 36th in 2026 Kids Count Data Book; child deaths, health coverage, housing create challenges
Kentucky ranks 36th in child well-being, according to the 2026 Kids Count Data Book, a 50-state report of recent data…
Kentucky State Treasury Unclaimed Property team to offer outreach event in Kenton County June 12
The Kentucky State Treasury’s Unclaimed Property team will host an outreach event in Kenton County on Friday, June 12, from…
BBB study shows online employment scams are rising sharply; heightened public awareness is needed
A new study by the Better Business Bureau shows job hunters are being tricked out of thousands of dollars with…