Kentucky State Police employee receives recognition for helping reduce backlog of untested rape kits
A Kentucky State Police employee has been recognized by two advocacy groups for her work on behalf of domestic violence…
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Covington celebrates inauguration, swearing-in of mayor, commissioners on positive note
On Friday evening, January 6, the City of Covington celebrated an inauguration and swearing-in ceremony, welcoming Mayor Joseph U. Meyer,…
State legislature, under Republican leadership, passes Right to Work legislation, sends to governor for signature
The Kentucky General Assembly, under the leadership of House Speaker Jeff Hoover and Senate President Robert Stivers, passed critical “worker…
KY Senate and House revise schedule, will convene today, then return for second part of session Feb. 7
The Kentucky Senate and House of Representatives will convene today (Saturday, January 7) under a change in the 2017 legislative…
State Senate passes bill prohibiting abortions after 20 or more weeks of pregnancy; goes to House
The state Senate Thursday approved legislation that would prohibit a woman from having an abortion in Kentucky if she is…
Boone County Sheriff’s department identifies Florence man killed in ATV accident
The Boone County Sheriff’s department has identified the man killed in Thursday’s ATV accident as Terry L. Lanigan, 37, of…
Dayton hires Yoder as Main Street Manager; city officials say experience set him apart
The City of Dayton, Kentucky has hired Robert Yoder to serve as its next Main Street Manager. “With unique assets…
Kentucky Labor Cabinet recouped $347,540 in unpaid wages for state’s workers last month
Last month, the Labor Cabinet recouped $347,540.83 in unpaid wages for Kentucky workers. This brings the total amount recovered in…
Covington Mayor Joe Meyer introduces ‘new rules’ for commission meetings, reaffirms vested powers
On Tuesday, the newly elected Board of Commissioners restored the balance of power to Covington’s City Hall during their first…
Osborne sworn in as KY House Speaker Pro-Tem; other Republicans assume majority leadership roles
The 2017 Regular Session of the Kentucky General Assembly convened today, January 3, for a short session that will end…
Moser sworn in as District 64 State Rep; part of Republican House majority for first time since 1921
Today, Kim Moser of Taylor Mill was sworn in as the District 64 State Representative. Moser, a Republican, was elected…
Joe Meyer, fresh from election-monitoring in Macedonia, to take oath Friday for Covington mayor
By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor Joseph U. Meyer spent some time on a special assignment to a country founded by…
Boone County Fiscal Court expected to fill Chaney’s seat on SD1 Board at Tuesday’s meeting
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor The Boone County Fiscal Court is expected to approve a new board member for…
Ethics Reporter: Total of 688 businesses and organizations registered to lobby 2017 Legislature
There are 688 businesses and organizations registered to lobby the 2017 General Assembly, according to the Legislative Ethics Commission. Those…
On the eve of retirement, Florence City Coordinator Lunnemann reflects on 29 years of public service
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor Things just won’t be the same when City of Florence employees return to work…
Dept. of Insurance to return $1m each to member schools, KLCIS related to failure of company
The Franklin Circuit Court has approved an agreed judgment to return funds from the defunct Kentucky School Board Insurance Trust…
State agencies partner to give 2,000 teddy bears handmade by inmates to foster children
A gift of teddy bears is helping to make winter a bit warmer for some children in need. The Kentucky…
Public open house schedule to discuss Villa Hills Study draft plan for St. Walburg Monastery
Early last year the Sisters of St. Walburg Monastery began working with the City of Villa Hills and Kenton County…
Dates are scheduled for Boone County, City of Florence Christmas tree pickup and dropoff
Boone County and the City of Florence will offer the traditional Christmas tree pickup and drop off services again this…
Campbell County unveils OpenGov to increase transparency for taxpayers, citizen engagement
The Campbell County Fiscal Court unveiled an online platform through which the public can more easily access the county government’s…
Covington implements ‘Lienholder Notification’ web-based system; ensuring compliance with code
The City of Covington implemented a Lienholder Notification system providing the public with information pertaining to properties in Covington with…
Covington City Commission adds 10 paramedics, three police officers, both departments fully staffed
On Tuesday evening, the Mayor and City Commission authorized the hiring of three police officers to its Police Department and…