Art Lander’s Outdoors: Most outbreaks of disease like covid-19 trace to consumption of wildlife in China
Coronaviruses (CoV) are a family of viruses common in animals that can cause human illness ranging from the symptoms of…
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Number of COVID-19 cases jumps to 10 in NKY, Boone, Campbell counties report first positives
NKyTribune staff Five additional cases of COVID-19 have been identified in Northern Kentucky today, for a total of 10 cases….
U.S. Sen. Rand Paul, of Bowling Green, tests positive for COVID-19, third Congressman with positive test
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor U.S. Sen. Rand Paul, R-KY, announced on Sunday that he has tested positive for…
The River: Everything seems to be shutting down except river’s workhorses; humor can save the day
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders will be sharing the stories of his long association with…
Three additional cases of COVID-19 in Kenton County; efforts underway to trace contacts
Three additional cases of COVID-19 have been identified in Kenton County. The individuals are a 32-year-old male, a 96-year-old male,…
This Week at State Capitol: Senate passes version of budget which goes back to House; dealing with virus
By LRC Public Information Thirteen days passed between the time that the Kentucky House of Representatives approved a proposed state…
Gov. Beshear aims to stop the spread, help citizens; extends tax deadline to July 15, school closures
Gov. Andy Beshear announced more actions on Friday to stop the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and assist Kentuckians…
Governor’s daily message about coronavirus, cites new cases (including a child); upset with budget plan
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Kentucky now has 47 positive coronavirus cases, a second death and a second child tested…
Billy Reed: In times like these, we really need baseball to lift our spirits — and there is a precedent
I am well aware that during this Coronavirus catastrophe, sports journalists are high on the list of unnecessary workers. Many…
Don Owen: Yes, the sports world is on hiatus and we’re all worried, but here is a story of perspective
Everyone is frightened right now. All of us. While we wait out the pandemic and pray for the best, the…
Bishop Foys suspends public weekday, Sunday Masses, all parish meetings, socials and more
Bishop Roger J. Foys has suspended public weekday and Sunday Masses across the Diocese effective Friday, March 20, until further…
Kentucky Derby to be postponed until Sept. 5 in response to Covid-19 pandemic; Preakness may follow
Even Kentucky’s most famous rite of spring is not immune to the spread of COVID 19. Churchill Downs has announced…
Governor takes more steps to contain, limit virus; primary election rescheduled, limits on contacts
Gov. Andy Beshear announced even more decisive steps he is taking to contain and limit the spread of the novel…
Our Rich History: Newport, a gateway to the South during Civil War; loyalties were divided, Newport Barracks was union
Part 18 of our series, “Resilience and Renaissance: Newport, Kentucky, 1795-2020” By Steve Preston Special to NKyTribune The state of…
The River: Wash your hands, take a respite from the crisis for a trip down memory river; wash your hands
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders will be sharing the stories of his long association with…
This Week at the State Capitol: General Assembly postponed until March 17, but some bills progress
By LRC Public Information The COVID-19 virus that is causing disruptions across the state – and in countries throughout the…
Billy Reed: We have no choice to make the best of it and hope that, in the end, coronavirus doesn’t win
Broadway has gone dark, a couple of Disney theme parks have shut down, and professional sports leagues have ended their…
Kentucky state high school basketball tournaments “postponed indefinitely” amid coronavirus concerns
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter The Kentucky High School Athletic Association (KHSAA) has postponed the girls and boys state…
Tim Hanner finds his perfect match (for a kidney); she is former student Alyssa Vanderpool, now a teacher
By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor Retired educator Tim Hanner just got two big doses of good news – first, he…
Sweet repeat! NKU captures second straight Horizon League Tournament championship, NCAA berth
By Don Owen NKyTribune reporter INDIANAPOLIS — A new head coach. A completely different system. A one-time role player turned…
People of NKY: Amy Strother Hamant wanted a different kind of life — and has had them all
By Ginger Dawson NKyTribune reporter Amy Strother Hamant is a true Northern Kentuckian by origin and life beginnings. She grew up…
Berea College shutting down for semester due to coronavirus; residence halls to be vacated Saturday
By Mark Maynard Kentucky Today Berea College is shutting down school for the semester because of the challenges that the…