Kentucky’s legendary ‘Cocaine Bear’ story to be subject of new movie directed by Elizabeth Banks
By Rachel Nix Building Kentucky A new movie will dive into the fascinating true story of a legendary Kentucky bear….
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Boy Scouts Camp Michaels gets grant for Eagle Leadership Lodge from Horizon, Verst and Butler
Two donors with funds at Horizon Community Funds of Northern Kentucky have joined together to cause a major permanent improvement…
Governor signs 13 bills — one caps cost of insulin — and vetoes 5 others
Gov. Andy Beshear signed House Bill 95 (HB 95), protecting the health and lives of Kentuckians with diabetes by capping…
COVID meant a year of upheaval in high school sports — and it isn’t behind us yet
By Chad Hensley NKyTribune reporter The one-year anniversary of the start of the COVID-19 pandemic has come and gone. While…
From eyesore to definitely NOT eyesore: Tom Covert bought sad house from Covington, made it a home
When Tom Covert bought 1118 Lee St. from the City of Covington in late 2019, the three-room “shotgun” house in…
St. Henry ends CovCath reign of dominance in 9th Region Tournament with 61-60 victory on Monday
NKyTribune staff Covington Catholic’s reign of dominance in the 9th Region Tournament ended Monday night as St. Henry pulled out…
Our Rich History: Batty about Cincinnati: Reds’ fans and their hometown team — what a team!
By John Schlipp Special to NKyTribune “The whole town’s batty, about Cincinnati, What a team, what a team, what a…
NKY Hidden Gems: Plan a staycation close to home — how about staying in a Yurt at A.J. Jolly Park?
By Jill Morenz Special to NKyTribune A.J. Jolly Park’s yurts are a cross between a rustic tent and a nice…
No. 1 Thomas More (28-1) faces No. 7 Morningside (29-2) in NAIA national semifinals on Monday night
NKyTribune staff It gets no easier for Thomas More on Monday night in the NAIA national semifinals, when the top-ranked…
The River: Quiet week on the surface, but buzz about gambling, racing and ‘competitive’ steamboats
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders will be sharing the stories of his long association with…
Community rallies around Oriental Wok’s Mike Wong family, providing support in face of violent threats
By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor When the Mike Wong family — of Oriental Wok fame — put out the word…
Erlanger Mayor Jessica Fette has big plans for the city — tax breaks, park updates
By Natalie Hamren NKyTribune reporter This part of an occasional series about the Mayors of NKY cities Erlanger Mayor Jessica…
Al Smith, noted Kentucky journalist and long-time KET ‘Comment’ host, dies at 94 at his Florida home
The Rural Blog Albert Perrine “Al” Smith, Jr., a noted Kentucky journalist, public citizen and co-founder of the Institute for Rural…
Turfway Racing and Gaming state-of-art facility another step closer to reality; dignitaries break ground
Staff report A new, revitalized venue at Turfway Park is another step closer to reality as Churchill Downs Inc. broke…
The Week at the Capitol: Budget approved (protects road fund), and a round up of some other legislation
The biggest issue of the General Assembly’s 2021 session advanced this week as the Senate and House approved a budget…
Chris McDaniel: Busy session throughout as legislature overrode vetoes, forged budget — and more
Every session of the General Assembly has a certain amount of ebb and flow throughout its course. I can say…
Special vaccination event in Eastside COV a reminder of panemic’s toll: ‘I lost my son . . .my only child’
Some 275 people were given the COVID-19 vaccine at an event the City of Covington and its partners organized in…
NKY native, Broadway star Angie Schworer, to star in new virtual musical, Electric Island, to benefit charity
By Natalie Hamren NKyTribune reporter Native Kentuckian Broadway star Angie Schworer is starring in a new virtual musical, Electric Island,…
In ‘cradle of American art pottery,’ ceramicists celebrate their art through virtual national conference
By Vicki Prichard Special to NKyTribune One might say that Fort Mitchell-based artist Marsha Karagheusian talks with her hands. That’s…
CovCath claims 35th District Tournament crown with 84-62 win over Holy Cross on Thursday night
NKyTribune staff Given the fact Covington Catholic’s three losses this season are by a combined six points, it’s no surprise…
Historic Erlanger Depot Museum to get transformed and re-opened with grand event, Mayor Fette says
After being closed for a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Historic Erlanger Depot Museum will be transformed and…
2021 Outstanding Women of NKY award honorees named, presented by Chamber’s Women’s Initiative
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Women’s Initiative has named the 2021 Outstanding Women of Northern Kentucky honorees. Sponsored by St….