New online tools empower residents; faster ways to report property issues, apply for zoning permits
Covington has rolled out two additional online tools that allow citizens to more efficiently interact with the City in two…
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River Sweep volunteers needed in Covington Saturday; expect mud, interesting finds, satisfaction
Dozens of volunteers are needed Saturday to clean trash from the Covington banks of the Ohio River. Expect muddy shoes…
Covington City Commission hears first reading on Fiscal Year 2020 budget, which includes challenges
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter City Manager David Johnston has said that in his 20-plus years of serving in local…
Newport offering ‘panoramic views, enthusiasm’ with redevelopment of Baptist Convalescent Home site
By Don Owen NKyTribune reporter The hilltop property of the one-time Baptist Convalescent Home in Newport is being converted into…
Neighborhood Grant projects an eclectic list; program recommends 10 ideas for City funds
A water fountain. A music and soul food festival. A “Little Library.” Sidewalk planters. A tent for a Halloween party….
House Republicans say more changes needed in pension plan; Bevin wants special session soon
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Despite a letter Gov. Matt Bevin sent to lawmakers Wednesday evening with changes to his…
Governor Bevin ceremonially signs HB 158, creating Foster Child Bill of Rights
Governor Matt Bevin ceremonially signed House Bill 158 into law this week at the Kentucky State Capitol. The new law, in part, codifies a foster…
Kenton County Fiscal Court recognizes 2019 Pioneer award honoree Jim Claypool at meeting
Kenton County recognized one of the 2019 Pioneer Award honorees, Jim Claypool, who was presented a proclamation at a recent…
Bevin makes changes to pension proposal; lawmakers still shy of votes to pass the reform
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today It appears lawmakers still lack the number of votes needed to pass a bill to…
Covington City Commission approves $3.4 M in CDBG/HOME funds, $150K for small businesses
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter The focus was all on the neighborhoods Tuesday night. Two years ago, Covington devoted at…
Scammers posing as ‘State Attorney’s Office’ send phishing email threats with phony complaint
Attorney General Andy Beshear has issued a scam alert following a Kentucky energy cooperative receiving a scam phishing email appearing…
Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirms contribution, gift bans in the state Code of Legislative Ethics
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals has affirmed the constitutionality of the contribution and gift…
Kentucky Air National Guard unit to be part of the 75th anniversary D-Day ceremony in Normandy
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The Kentucky Air National Guard’s 123rd Airlift Wing is deploying more than 30 Airmen and two…
Accomplished Federal Prisons executive Kathleen Kenney to lead Kentucky Department of Corrections
Kentucky Justice Secretary John Tilley announced Friday that Kathleen Kenney will serve as interim commissioner for the state Department of…
OAG reports health records company to pay state thousands over data breach lawsuit in federal court
The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) has reported that an alleged 2015 data breach that compromised the data of…
Peaselburg Park equipment on the way; hoops clinic for Covington youths Saturday at Randolph Park
The $80,000 rebuild of Peaselburg Park is set to begin – and when it’s finished, neighbors will see a facility…
Commissioner Quarles congratulates Kentucky Hunters for the Hungry on 2018 Success
Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles congratulated Kentucky Hunters for the Hungry (KHFH) on a banner year in which the organization…
Covington touts preservation award winners; five projects, two individuals recognized at annual event
To see how committed rehabbers can turn historic buildings into exciting modern uses, check out Covington’s winners in the annual…
Covington city officials say new entertainment zone would help festivals, vote expected tonight
The City of Covington is poised to adopt a regulation that – during certain festivals and special events – would…
Health cabinet says it will revise proposed rule banning tattooing over scars after hearing concerns
After almost two weeks of mystery, speculation and complaints, the state Cabinet for Health and Family Services has explained in…
Kentucky launches initiative to fast track veterans to aircraft mechanics careers; it’s called VALLO
Transitioning military personnel and veterans with aviation or power plant mechanics experience are now eligible to become Federal Aviation Administration…
Kenton County Parks and Recreation fishing derby at Middleton-Mills, star gaze at Lincoln Ridge coming up
Kenton County Parks & Recreation (KCP&R) is presenting the Kids Fishing Derby for kids of all ages on Saturday, June…