State Department for Public Health raises flu level to ‘widespread,’ urges flu vaccine for ‘high risk’
The Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH), within the Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) is raising the influenza…
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James McNair for City Beat: Stan Chesley wanted in Ky, but Cincinnati isn’t interested in delivering him
More than a year after a Kentucky judge ordered the arrest of high-profile former lawyer Stan Chesley, it appears less…
Open Letter from the Editor: Happy 2nd Birthday to us — may we grow, prosper and have your support
Today, the Northern Kentucky Tribune — affectionately, the Trib — is two years old. Seems like longer, right? Sometimes it…
Dennis Keene of 67th District, elected minority caucus chairman of House Democratic Caucus
On Tuesday, the Kentucky House of Representatives Democratic Caucus elected its leadership team for the 2017-2018 General Assembly. Representative Dennis…
Interact for Health, Foundation for Healthy KY release new data — obesity, heart disease, cancer plague us
Obesity, cancer and problems with health insurance or health care comprise three of the top four issues Kentucky adults think…
Kentucky’s General Fund receipts grew by 2.9 percent in December; Road Fund falls by 13.4 percent
The Office of State Budget Director reported that December’s General Fund receipts rose 2.9 percent compared to December of last…
CVG says thanks — 70 times! — starting with cake, Gold Star coneys, gifts for passengers; more coming
The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport celebrated it’s 70th “birthday” on Tuesday with a surprise celebration for passengers. Travelers received complimentary Gold…
Tim Hortons restaurant opens Thursday in Erlanger — free coffee, sandwich for year to first 100 guests
Tim Hortons® will be celebrating the official grand opening of its two new restaurants located at 3168 Dixie Hwy in…
Bevin signs all seven bills passed during first week of 2017 legislative session; all in effect immediately
Gov. Matt Bevin has signed into law seven historic bills sent to his desk by the Kentucky General Assembly, following…
Extreme Makeover, or Symphonic Facelifts: Kentucky Symphony Orchestra offers special thematic offering
The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra continues its 25th Anniversary Season at Greaves Concert Hall, with a twist on television’s “makeover” craze….
Kimmy Birrer: Sharing a best birding memory and reminding of the value of vultures in our lives
After an early, relatively unsuccessful morning of driving around searching for Kirtland’s warblers in the jack pines of Northern Michigan,…
Kentucky’s Chief Justice Minton confirmed as Obama appointment to State Justice Institute’s board
The U.S. Senate has confirmed President Obama’s nomination of Chief Justice of Kentucky John D. Minton Jr. to the State…
St. Elizabeth Healthcare says ‘take steps toward healthier heart’ with “Time for your Heart’ sessions
Take steps toward a healthier heart in 2017 The St. Elizabeth Heart & Vascular Institute is offering a comprehensive…
Richard Nelson: Gov. Bevin signs pro-life legislation into law, and I supported both of the bills
An interesting thing happened in Frankfort a few days ago. For the first time in the history of the legislature,…
Unbridled’s Song daughter, in foal to Tapit, brings top price — $1.025m — at first day of Keeneland sale
Siren Serenade, a daughter of Unbridled’s Song in foal to 2016 leading sire Tapit, sold to Don Alberto Corporation for…
Tri-ED will honor 25 primary industry companies that provided 1,682 jobs, $327m investment in region
Northern Kentucky Tri-ED announced that in 2016, 25 primary industry companies expanded, located to, invested in or announced new jobs…
Fernando Figueroa: Gateway means to work as a gardener, cultivating hope, talent in our community
We are starting a new year full of promise and potential. This month my wife, Debbie, and our fur babies,…
Gov. Bevin launches new site, BevinAnnualReport, for look back at state’s ‘transformative year’
Gov. Matt Bevin’s Communications Office today announced the launch of a new interactive website highlighting the accomplishments of the Bevin…
Southbank’s Moreland to speak at CBC luncheon, updating projects on Imagination 2020 economic plan
The latest developments pertaining to Covington and Northern Kentucky riverfront development will be explored at the January 19 CBC luncheon…
Our Rich History: The John A. Roebling Bridge — 150 years young this month, THE symbol of our region
By Paul A. Tenkotte Special to NKyTribune Part 1: John A. Roebling, a “Practical Dreamer” On January 1, 1867, the…
SmartHealthToday: Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is real; sometimes light therapy is called for
By Matt Koesters SmartHealthToday Shorter days and grayer skies could leave you feeling blue. If you’re caught up in a…
Covington celebrates inauguration, swearing-in of mayor, commissioners on positive note
On Friday evening, January 6, the City of Covington celebrated an inauguration and swearing-in ceremony, welcoming Mayor Joseph U. Meyer,…