Growing Old in Prison: A ‘life sentence is essentially a death sentence,’ – but solution is not in sight
By R.G Dunlop Special to NKyTribune Part two of a two-part series ‘Public safety comes first,’ before costs Both supporters…
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Our Rich History: Part 2 The Cincinnati Strangler — Mid-1960s murders still resonate
PHOTO_05: LASKEY IN PRISON – Undated photograph of Posteal Laskey, Jr. from the Ohio Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. By…
Walton’s quiet treasure, the Gaines Tavern History Center, well preserved and holding holiday open house
By Jennifer Jahn NKyTribune staff writer Tucked along Old Nicholson Road sits one of Walton’s quiet treasures — an early…
Looking for an adorable stocking stuffer, but have doubts — try out a dog or cat from Kenton animal shelter
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter ‘Tis the season when some families think about adopting a pet. Children add the…
Chronic Wasting Disease in deer leads to expansion of surveillance measures and warnings
New Chronic Wasting Disease surveillance measures are now in effect for Casey, Laurel, Lincoln, McCreary, Pulaski, Rockcastle, Russell, Wayne and…
‘Blue Christmas’ free event of support on December 11 to help those challenged by grief
On Thursday, December 11, “Blue Christmas,” a free community event focused on support for those who may find the holiday…
Growing Old in Prison: Kentucky’s prison population is aging and prisons are unprepared
Part one of a two-part series By R.G. Dunlop Special to NKyTribune Steve Martin has spent 53 years in prison…
Political Notes: Candidates – Jay Fossett, Amy McGrath, Tarris Horton, Lianna Nguyen
(Editor’s note: As the time for official filing for public office for the 2026 May primary has now opened, this…
Government briefs: News from Fort Thomas, Erlanger, Fort Wright, Boone County, Campbell County
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter FORT THOMAS Fort Thomas council voted this week to vacate Mayor Eric Haas’ seat….
Kentucky’s U.S. Sen. Rand Paul files bill to make all Americans eligible for Health Savings Accounts
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Kentucky’s junior U.S. Senator Rand Paul, R-Bowling Green, has introduced the Health Marketplace and Savings…
Joe Heller: Cartoonist on ‘rage bait,’ Honduran pardon, tariffs, vortex, advent
Joe Heller was the editorial cartoonist for the Green Bay Press-Gazette in Green Bay, Wis., from 1985 until being laid…
Porch pirates – lots of packages being delivered, don’t let your holiday joy be stolen
By Jennifer Jahn NKyTribune staff writer Last year, 2.2 to 2.3 billion packages were projected to be delivered throughout the…
State Dept. of Public Health raises concerns about whooping cough — 566 cases this year
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The Kentucky Department for Public Health (KDPH) has reported an increase in pertussis (whooping cough) cases in…
Secretary of State announces voter registrations continue to grow, despite off-year
Secretary of State Michael Adams announced that voter registration continued to grow in November, despite no state elections in the…
Newport to celebrate REMUS’ return; bourbon and more to benefit Newport Foundation
Newport has a long memory — and bourbon is a big part of it. On Thursday, Dec. 11, the City…
Opinion – Cassi Schabell: Sadly announcing resignation from Lakeside Park council and move from the city
It is with a heavy heart that I must resign from my position as your representative on the Lakeside Park…
Epic Flight Academy graduates its first class at CVG site — in-demand mechanics
By Andy Furman NKyTribune staff writer Ah, there’s something about being first. Be it a race – the Kentucky Derby….
New Dairy Queen now open on Dixie Highway in Erlanger, franchisees’ 14th location in region
American Dairy Queen Corporation, the iconic brand known for its delicious food and world-famous treats, to open a new DQ…
Opinion – Bill Straub: The inept Secretary of War just might be leading us into a war in Venezuela
In assessing the performance of Peter Hegseth, the insidious boob who insists on being addressed as the Secretary of War…
Oakley Farris, philanthropist, businessman, dead at 101; generous gifts to schools, arts, children mark remarkable life
(Editor’s note: This story has been updated with memorial service information.) By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor Philanthropist and businessman Oakley…
Hot Norse men open Horizon with 95 to overwhelm Cleveland State
By Dan Weber NKyTribune sports reporter The beat goes on. Six straight for the Northern Kentucky Norse including Wednesday night’s…
Northern Kentucky Water District earns KEMI’s Destiny Award for 14th straight year
The Northern Kentucky Water District was recently presented with the 2025 Kentucky Employers’ Mutual Insurance (KEMI) Destiny Award for outstanding…