Beshear reports 315 new COVID-19 cases, 11 deaths; asks for green lights and caring from Kentuckians
As of Tuesday afternoon, Gov. Andy Beshear said there were at least 14,141 coronavirus cases in Kentucky, 315 of which…
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Primary election has few problems, state officials say, and vote totals will likely be a record; results June 30
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Despite long lines for voters in Fayette County, members of the State Board of Elections…
OKI Council of Governments and partners launch digital guide to Ohio River recreation — and it’s free
Big rivers are legendary for inspiring great ideas. Think Samuel Clemens and the Mississippi, made iconic through the works of…
Duke Energy Foundation provides $150K to support small businesses in region impacted by pandemic
Duke Energy, through its foundation, is partnering with the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber and the Northern Kentucky Chamber to provide…
Rep. Lisa Willner to Gov. Beshear: House Democratic Women’s Caucus wants women considered for statue
A letter to Governor Andy Beshear: As chair of the Kentucky House Democratic Women’s Caucus, and on behalf of our…
U.S. District Court says CHFS social workers have no qualified immunity in Nikkie Holliday’s lawsuit
By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor As “qualified immunity” for police and other public employees comes to the forefront nationally, the…
AAA reports gas prices slowing around the country as demand eases, Kentucky’s price goes up a penny
After weeks of watching prices tick upward with the reopening of the economy, the rate at which gas prices are…
Covington to consider transforming outdated zoning ordinance with Neighborhood Development Code
The final draft of a 1½-year effort to fundamentally transform how Covington uses land-use regulations to guide development will be…
Kentucky’s superintendents provide feedback in virtual meeting on reopening schools in the fall
The Kentucky Department of Education’s (KDE) Superintendents Advisory Council held its virtual meeting on June 22 and much like previous advisory council…
Beshear reports only 90 new COVID-19 cases, no deaths; opening bars/restaurants, groups of 50
Gov. Andy Beshear and administration officials provided updates on new guidance for venues, including for weddings and gatherings of 50…
Florence man killed in one-vehicle crash on I-64 in Woodford County, state police are investigating
Florence man killed in crash in Woodford County near the Scott County line on I-64 westbound just after 2 a.m….
Eric Summe retiring from meetNKY, Julie Kirkpatrick named interim CEO amid challenging times for tourism
Eric Summe, president and CEO of meetNKY, has announced his early retirement, and the Convention and Visitors Bureau has appointed…
A reminder: 2020 Outstanding Women of NKY Awards go virtual with Facebook Live Event June 23
On June 23, the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Women’s Initiative sponsored by PNC, will recognize its 2020 Outstanding Women…
Beshear reports 117 new COVID-19 cases, two deaths; urges getting tested, wearing masks
Gov. Andy Beshear on Sunday updated Kentuckians on the Commonwealth’s ongoing efforts to defeat the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). “Team…
Legendary coach Bill Baldridge goes from Friday Night Lights to a full life as mentor to young boys
By Rick Elmore The Greenup Beacon The Friday Night Lights no longer shine on Bill Baldridge. The legendary Kentucky high…
Join the free Northern Kentucky Virtual College Fair via Zoom on June 25 — register here
Northern Kentucky University – in partnership with Gateway Community & Technical College, Thomas More University and the Northern Kentucky Chamber…
UK Board of Trustees approves three-year contract extension for President Eli Capilouto
The University of Kentucky Board of Trustees has approved a three-year extension of President Eli Capilouto’s contract, which continues his…
Secretary of State says voting results will be delayed until June 30, because of mail-in ballots
“Under normal circumstances, the State Board of Elections receives and reports all preliminary election results on election night,” said Secretary…
Analysis: Americans are relying more on faith in time of pandemic; faith provides comfort, fellowship
By Jan Hillard NKyTribune Data Editor While most American houses of worship were shuttered in response to COVID 19 (over…
Our Rich History: Hillside suburb of Newport, Clifton, agreed to be annexed in 1935, in Great Depression
By Margo Warminski Special to NKyTribune Part 32 of our series, “Resilience and Renaissance: Newport, Kentucky, 1795-2020.” “In the late…
NorthKey Community Care gets Substance Abuse and Mental Health Adm. grant to expand services
NorthKey Community Care has been named a recipient of the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Expansion Grant, also known as…
Billy Reed: As COVID-19 invades college football, can’t we just say health is more important than playing?
The latest information from the sports coronavirus front was a stunner: National runner-up Clemson announced that 23 football players had…