Treasurer Allison Ball names new chief of staff, deputy chief of staff and communications director
Kentucky State Treasurer Allison Ball has hired a new Chief of Staff, Deputy Chief of Staff, and Communications Director, her…
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Transformed point guard Ashton Hagans a ‘star’ and a ‘pro’ as Cats win against Georgia Tech 67-53
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Kentucky coach John Calipari would match Ashton Hagans against any point guard in the nation….
Flu activity increasing, NKY flu deaths reported; take precautions to protect yourself, get flu shot
Flu activity is increasing, and the first flu-related deaths have been reported in Northern Kentucky. As of December 7, 335…
NKY Spotlight: Chamber podcast features headlines of week, Tyler Watkins, Brian and Heather Arlinghaus
The NKY Chamber of Commerce’s weekly NKY Spotlight podcast features Jeremy Schrand and Kathrine Nero with headlines of the week…
Amanda Klare: Teachers should use the power of social media to celebrate students, other educators
I always tell people that I’m glad that I didn’t grow up in a social media era where you’re constantly…
U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell files papers with Secretary of State to run for seventh term
Kentucky Today U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell filed his papers at the Secretary of State’s office in Frankfort on Friday to…
Northern Kentucky University to honor nearly 1300 students at 47th Commencement exercises today
Northern Kentucky University will honor nearly 1,300 students at its 47th Commencement exercises today. The two ceremonies will take place…
Be safe this holiday season, guard against increased risk of fire: home cooking, candles are top culprits
Glittering decorations, holiday meals and treats, enjoying the warmth of home on a wintry day – these are hallmarks of…
Matt Bevin under bipartisan and harsh criticism for long list of ‘extreme’ pardons before leaving office
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Kentucky Senate President Robert Stivers, R-Manchester, joined a bipartisan lineup of other lawmakers who have…
Al Cross: Start of new governorship always leans to theatrics, but — really — it’s a new day in Frankfort
The start of a new governorship necessarily involves theatrics, which help signify the importance of a historic event, establish comity…
Education Commissioner Lewis resigns as new board meets; interim commissioner appointed
During a special Dec. 12 meeting at which newly appointed members were sworn into office, the Kentucky Board of Education…
Fifth multi-faith Community Christmas is at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Sunday at 5:30 p.m.
When some Presbyterians, some Catholics and some members of the Church of Jesus Christ get together, it becomes a bar…
Rep. Buddy Wheatley pre-files bill to ban vaping flavors addicting teens and middle-schoolers
Saying that Kentucky needs to do more to tackle the steep rise of vaping among teens and pre-teens, state Rep….
Gov. Beshear restores voting rights to non-violent felons who have completed their sentences
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Gov. Andy Beshear issued an executive order Thursday restoring the voting rights of non-violent felons…
UK’s quarterback Lynn Bowden receives one of college football’s top honors, Paul Hornung Award
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Lynn Bowden claimed one of college football’s top honors on Wednesday when he was named…
Keven Moore: ‘Tis the season for the ghost of Christmas party litigation — a workplace risk
The Christmas season is in full swing and with it comes the “Ghost of Holiday Party Litigation” increasing the risk…
Judge denies restraining order; new Kentucky Board of Education will hold special meeting today
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Kentucky Education Commissioner Wayne Lewis could learn if he is out of a job soon…
Horizon’s The 410 giving circle grants more than $13,000 to Southbank Partners for new murals
Nearly 100 community members involved with The 410 and with the Newport Business Association gathered at New Riff Distilling to…
UK accepts $20 million gift from Cincinnati lawyer and will name J. David Rosenberg College of Law
The University of Kentucky Board of Trustees voted to accept the gift commitment of $20 million from J. David Rosenberg and to…
SQUARE1 high school startup pitch program is in full swing in 5th year; students get experiential learning
SQUARE1 has launched its 5th Startup Scholars program which provides high school students the opportunity to innovate, create, and better…
Bill Straub: The Grim Reaper holds fast, then blames the other side; count the bills just sitting on his desk
The best way to describe the legislative acumen of Senate Republican Leader Mitch “Root-‘n-Branch’’ McConnell is to resurrect the three-card…
Kentucky’s Lynn Bowden declares for NFL draft, will pay in December 31 Belk Bowl against Virginia Tech
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today UK’s Lynn Bowden is ready for the next phase of his football career and has…