Secretary of State says poll workers needed for Nov. 6 election; mail-in absentee ballots are now available
Poll workers are still needed for the general election in November. About 15,000 precinct election officers are needed to work…
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Unemployment rates fall in most Kentucky counties; Boone, Campbell, Kenton ranked among lowest
Unemployment rates fell in 115 Kentucky counties between August 2017 and August 2018, rose in Owen, Monroe and Metcalfe counties,…
Kenton Commonwealth’s Attorney commissions photos of all local K9 officers and their handlers
In honor of Service Dog Appreciation Month, the Kenton County Commonwealth’s Attorney Office commissioned a professional photographer to take portraits…
GEST – low-speed vehicle rides that are free to the public – is now operating in Newport.
GEST – which is short for Green Easy Safe Transportation – is now operating in Newport. The Cincinnati-based ride-hailing service…
Task Force to investigate what new Covington City Hall could mean; seeks input from residents
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter It’s official: The clock is ticking on the city’s remaining time in the current City…
Boone County Sheriff’s office settles lawsuit filed by couple alleging false arrest, excessive force
A lawsuit filed by Melissa and Donald Covington against Boone County Deputies Wesley Mackey and Tyler Brockman has been settled…
Covington Finance walk-in window expands hours to accommodate those paying property taxes
Covington City Hall is temporarily expanding its hours to make it more convenient for residents to pay their property taxes….
Volunteers needed in 24 Kentucky counties to review cases of children in foster care; training required
Citizen Foster Care Review Boards in 24 Kentucky counties are seeking volunteers to make a difference in the lives of…
Kenton County implements a CodeRED system for high-speed emergency notifications; enroll here
Kenton County has implemented a CodeRED system, which is a high-speed emergency notification service provided by Emergency Communications Network. In…
Kentucky’s pension reform case now in hands of Supreme Court justices, who heard oral arguments
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) – The Kentucky Supreme Court will now decide the constitutionality of public…
U.S. Rep James Comer talks Kentucky politics with KACo President-elect Elbert Bennett
U.S. Rep. James Comer, R-KY, visited the Kentucky Association of Counties (KACo) Wednesday, to discuss national legislation and how it…
Veterans Way in Boone County restricted to one-way traffic from Burlington Pike to IHM School
NKyTribune staff The Burlington Pike (KY 18) end of Veterans Way will be temporarily restricted to a one way inbound…
Supreme Court to hear oral arguments in employee pension case at 10 a.m. Thurs.; here’s how to watch
There will be several ways for the public to view oral arguments when the Supreme Court of Kentucky hears the…
City of Covington works to replace missing trees on sidewalk areas of Latonia – but no Bradford pears
The City of Covington plans to replace “missing” trees in sidewalk areas along a couple of Latonia streets in October,…
Newport SkyWheel construction project to include $15 million bond, no cost to city or residents
By Don Owen NKyTribune reporter When updating the status of the Newport SkyWheel project Monday night, Tom Fromme jokingly told…
Covington City Commission candidate forum set for Oct. 22 — submit questions online or at event
Meet the Candidates Forum for Covington Commission will be held Monday, October 22, 6-9 p.m. at the Life Learning Center…
Covington Economic Development Department free workshops link businesses to expertise
Homeowners who need to do anything from fixing a faucet to canning green beans turn to YouTube videos for help….
City of Union completes annexation of new Traemore subdivision; 87 acres with 170 Drees homes
City of Union Mayor Larry K. Solomon has announced the completion of annexation proceedings which will annex the new Traemore…
City of Covington incentives give boost to small businesses with rent subsidy, facade improvements
The City of Covington is giving seven small businesses help with first-year rent and façade improvements. The incentives – representing…
Covington gives $38,000 in incentives to small businesses; lease on City Hall renewed for four years
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter They are the backbone of the city, says Mayor Joseph U. Meyer – and because…
Disaster Preparedness campaign: Families should be ready for disasters and emergencies — here’s how
The Kentucky Department for Public Health, within the Cabinet for Health and Family Services, has launched the First 72 On…
First two months of fiscal year show 4.5 percent revenue grow, reports Budget Director Chilton
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today There was more good news for state revenues in the first two months of the…