Petition to allow direct-to-voicemail calls denied by FCC; AG Beshear among those opposed to measure
Attorney General Andy Beshear said Kentuckians are the winners in a recent decision by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to…
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Law enforcement accreditation assessment team evaluates Covington PD, public comment welcome
A team of assessors from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA) will arrive Monday, July 17,to…
Work Ready Kentucky Scholarship now includes citizens working to obtain GEDs
Gov. Matt Bevin has issued an executive order expanding the Work Ready Kentucky Scholarship to include Kentuckians who do not…
Independence Day 2017 special for 10 people who receive gubernatorial pardons by Bevin
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Independence Day will be especially meaningful for 10 Kentuckians who have received gubernatorial pardons. “This…
Kentucky Attorney General’s office returns $8 million to state coffers from civil settlements
As the current fiscal year ends, Attorney General Andy Beshear today announced that his office has returned nearly $8 million…
After eight months of preparation, City of Florence to launch new, user-friendly website Wednesday
After eight months of preparation, the City of Florence will launch a new and improved official website Wednesday. The goal…
Grimes says her office won’t comply with federal commission’s request for KY voter personal data
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today A federal commission’s request for the voting history and personal information of Kentucky’s 3.2 million…
New shared custody legislation becomes law in Kentucky July 1, existing arrangements not impacted
On July 1, Kentucky’s laws will begin supporting joint custody with equal parenting time when families separate. Lawmakers unanimously approved…
Hoover names Santoro to co-chair House panel reviewing Kentucky’s transportation infrastructure
Speaker Jeff Hoover announced the creation of the Working Group on Kentucky’s Transportation Infrastructure, consisting of nine members from the…
Gov. Bevin ceremonially signs legislation, including Koenig’s measure on alcohol policy reform
Gov. Matt Bevin, joined by state legislators and constituents, Tuesday ceremonially signed more than a dozen pieces of recently enacted…
Four finalists named for Covington City Manager and will be in town for interviews this week
Four finalists have been named for the City of Covington City Manager position. In total, the City received 37 applications,…
‘Save our Healthcare’ rally in Frankfort draws opponents of plan to replace Obamacare
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Supporters of a single-payer health care system rallied in Frankfort on Monday calling the GOP’s…
Fort Thomas partners with Southbank Partners to build walkways on North Fort Thomas Avenue
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has granted the City of Fort Thomas $592,300 from the federal Transportation Alternative Program (TAP) to…
McConnell, Paul find themselves on opposite sides as Senate health care bill heads to a vote
By Melissa Patrick and Al Cross Kentucky Health News Senate Republicans’ bill to repeal and replace the Patient Protection and…
Kentuckian Kelly Knight Craft is Trump’s choice to serve as U.S. Ambassador to Canada
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Kentucky’s Kelly Knight Craft will be President Donald Trump’s nominee to serve as U.S. Ambassador…
New state laws, including charter schools, stronger opioid penalties set to take effect June 29
Most new laws approved during the Kentucky General Assembly’s 2017 regular session will go into effect on Thursday, June 29….
Major players emerging in competition to build Frankfort’s Capital Plaza redevelopment
From Kentucky Today Some major players are emerging in the competition to build the Capital Plaza redevelopment project. The State…
Kenton County selects Turner Construction team for administration building and 303 Court Street project
NKyTribune staff The Kenton County Fiscal Court Wednesday chose the proposal of a team led by Turner Construction Company to…
Newport trash collection moves to once a week with curbside recycling for all, pickup days may change
Newport is making big changes to its trash program. Beginning July 1, curbside recycling is available to all residents at…
Total of 74 counties experienced lower jobless rates in May; Boone, Campbell among the lowest
Unemployment rates fell in 74 Kentucky counties between May 2016 and May 2017, rose in 28 and stayed the same…
Newport’s proposed 2018 budget available online; input encouraged by email or at budget hearings
The City of Newport’s proposed 2018 budget is now available to be viewed on OpenGov.com, an online government transparency site…
Covington looking for feedback on recreation sponsorship program, take the survey to participate
The City of Covington Recreation Division is currently seeking feedback regarding its proposed Sponsorship Program for events and programs taking…