McDaniel plans to file again legislation that will limit governor’s pardons during election season
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Northern Kentucky’s Sen. Chris McDaniel, R-Ryland Heights, said Monday he plans to file again legislation…
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Roadway Reconfiguration to improve safety and connectivity on W. Fourth Street in Covington
As part of an upcoming resurfacing project rooted in providing a safer road for all users, a roadway reconfiguration is…
Kenton County awards contract to complete improvements to its golf courses
The Kenton County Fiscal Court awarded Riegler Blacktop the contract to complete improvements to the golf cart paths at the…
Government briefs: Edgewood, Boone County, Newport, Erlanger — meetings this week
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter EDGEWOOD The city of Edgewood will hold a special meeting for discussion of the…
Kenton County Attorney Stacy Tapke among four honored by Kentucky Attorney General’s office
Staff report Kenton County Attorney Stacy Tapke is among four honored by the Kentucky Attorney General’s office with 2024 Outstanding…
House Majority Caucus says state on track to see third decrease in state income tax in ’26
Members of the Interim Joint Committee on Appropriations and Revenue received formal notification Wednesday that the conditions required to lower…
Kenton mayors hear Clerk Summe on precinct issues, Elsmere industrial park, fix for Taco Bell
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Kenton County clerk Gabrielle Summe came to the monthly meeting of the Kenton County…
Florence temporarily closing entrance ramp to I-75 from U.S. 42 eastbound for sewer lining project
The City of Florence will temporarily close the entrance ramp to Interstate 75 northbound from U.S. 42 eastbound (14.07 mile…
Briefs: Park Hills, Lakeside Park, Florence, Ft. Mitchell, Taylor Mill, Covington, Kenton Cty.
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter PARK HILLS Park Hills city council discussed giving approval for an event permit for…
Mayor Joe Meyer delivers final ‘State of City’ address to CBC, looks back as well as forward
By Andy Furman NKyTribune reporter It was a time for Joe Meyer not only to look back – but forward…
Covington Commission votes to allow medical cannabis businesses beginning it 2025
State-licensed medical cannabis operations will be allowed in Covington as of Jan. 1. The Covington Board of Commissioners voted this…
City of Dayton to reduce city property tax rate 15%, largest drop in more than 25 years
The City of Dayton City Council conducted a first reading of an ordinance Tuesday night reducing the city’s property tax…
Attorney General Coleman cites new ‘tools to protect kids’ at NKY press conference
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Attorney General Russell Coleman was joined by members of his office and state lawmakers to…
Boone County Fiscal Court hears lengthy discussion about Comprehensive Plan
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Boone County Commissioner Chet Hand was given the chance last week to voice his…
Government Briefs: Reports from Edgewood, Independence, Erlanger, Covington, Campbell County, Ft. Wright
By Patricia Scheyer NKyTribune reporter EDGEWOOD Edgewood city council members voted to read an ordinance banning medical cannabis and cannabis…
Governor Andy Beshear proclaims August 11 ‘Kentucky 8-1-1 Underground Facility Protection Day’
Governor Andy Beshear issued a proclamation this week designating August 11 ‘Kentucky 8-1-1 Underground Facility Protection Day.” “The 8-1-1 line…
Seven veterans from Northern Kentucky among 2024 Kentucky Veterans Hall of Fame inductees
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The Kentucky Veterans Hall of Fame announced the Class of 2024 inductees on Wednesday, which…
Campbell Co., Altafiber announce availability of free high-speed Wi-Fi at county’s parks, golf course
The Campbell County Fiscal Court and Altafiber on Wednesday announced free high-speed public Wi-Fi is now available at Pendery Park,…
Who is Tim Walz? From a Minnesota classroom to Governor’s office to vice president candidate
By J. Patrick Coolican Minnesota Reformer editor Gov. Tim Walz fused his everyman personality with an optimistic progressive message to…
Accidents caused by running red lights are a major problem, Kentucky had more than 3,900 in 2023
Whether it’s due to impatience, a “me first” attitude, aggressiveness or distraction, drivers running red lights cause more than 1,000…
CBC’s August luncheon to feature Mayor Joe Meyer’s final State of the City address
Covington Mayor Joe Meyer will provide his final state of the City Address at the August luncheon of the Covington…
State, FamilySearch partnering with local officials to preserve important records
The Commonwealth of Kentucky announced it has partnered with FamilySearch to digitize and preserve tens of thousands of primary records,…