Farm fertilizer runoff creating a worsening of algae bloom problem in U.S., global waters
“Harmful algae blooms have become a top water polluter, fueled by fertilizers washing into lakes, streams and oceans. Federal and state programs…
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Secretary of State convening task force to propose legislation action to legalize medical marijuana
Secretary of State Alison Lundergan Grimes is convening a task force of Kentuckians to focus on a legislative proposal to…
Children’s Environmental Health Summit: Health and well-being depends on quality surroundings
Public health specialists, health care providers, environmental experts, school personnel and representatives from child health organizations were among those gathered…
Covington city commissioners join lawsuit against state over pensions; move ahead on Greenway
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Add another city to the list of those suing the state over its troubled pension…
Governor appoints three to the Gateway CTC board and a NKY attorney to the health, safety review board
Governor Matt Bevin has appointed three new board of directors members for the Gateway Community and Technical College and a…
Beshear urges victims of fraud involving Western Union in KY to file claims, 7,000 eligible for $6.7m
Kentucky Attorney General Andy Beshear announced today that Kentuckians who have been victims of fraud induced wire transfers involving Western…
City of Newport, River Metals Recycling offering electronics drop-off at city hall Saturday
City of Newport and River Metals Recycling offer an electronics drop-off only recycling event at the City Building on Saturday,…
Secretary of State launches new online candidate filing portal for 2018 election cycle
The candidate filing period for the 2018 election cycle has opened and Secretary of State Alison Lundergan Grimes is encouraging…
KY Court of Appeals rules Medical Review Panels can proceed; stay in effect until further ruling
The Commonwealth of Kentucky Court of Appeals today ruled in favor of the Bevin Administration by granting a stay of…
Kenton County Fiscal Court calls for nominations for Kenton County Pioneer Award; deadline is December 15
Kenton County Fiscal Court is seeking nominations for Kenton County Pioneer Award. Established in 2017, the award recognizes four living…
Rep. Brian Linder says he did sign settlement with staffer on sexual harassment accusations
By Mark Maynard Kentucky Today State Rep. Brian Linder admitted he signed a settlement agreement with a legislative staffer who…
State leaders come together in Louisville to discuss workplace diversity at Governor’s EEO conference
More than 275 state leaders convened in Louisville at the Muhammad Ali Center Wednesday to participate in the Governor’s 31st Annual Equal…
House Republicans have closed-door meeting with new speaker, David Osborne; have hired a lawyer
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Kentucky House Republicans held a four-hour closed-door meeting Tuesday afternoon and released little information afterwards….
Rep. Koenig receives Friend of Kentucky Cities Award from KLC at Erlanger City Council meeting
Representative Adam Koenig (R-Erlanger) was honored with a “Friend of Kentucky Cities” award Tuesday night at the Erlanger City Council…
Covington launches new data hub — COVDATA — to improve openness on government operations
Aiming for transparency and accountability in city government, the City of Covington has launched a new initiative, COVDATA, which allows…
More legislators speak out about sexual harassment allegations in Frankfort; call for answers
A group of state representatives, including NKY’s Addia Wuchner released a statement Sunday evening expressing shock and anger at the…
Jeff Hoover resigns as Speaker of the House but will keep his seat in the legislature
Speaker of the House Jeff Hoover announced he will resign as speaker effective immediately but keep his seat in the…
Gov. Bevin issues strong statement on sexual harassment allegations, without mention of Hoover
Staff report Gov. Matt Bevin added fuel to the fire of sexual harassment allegations in Frankfort without mentioning House Speaker…
Cabinet for Heath and Family Services holds diabetes symposium, more than 400 educators, professionals attend
More than 400 diabetes educators and healthcare professionals from several states gathered in Louisville for a Diabetes Symposium. The event…
Attorney General issues scam alert: Fraudulent advertisements ‘selling’ deep discounted vehicles
Attorney General Andy Beshear has issued a scam alert to warn Kentuckians about fraudulent advertisements placed in the classified section…
Public employees, teachers rally at State Capitol in opposition to public pension reform plan
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today FRANKFORT, Ky.– Hundreds of public employees and teachers rallied at the State Capitol on Wednesday…
Taylor Mill, Kenton County team up to distribute door hangers on Nov. 11 to educate about heroin epidemic
With the massive increase in heroin use and the rise in overdoses hitting Northern Kentucky, the City of Taylor Mill…