Road report: KYTC District 6 announces road work in the region this week, beware delays, closures
KYTC District 6 reports the following work on the regions roadways this week. Inclement weather or other unforseen circumstances may…
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KY House passes omnibus anti-crime bill — dubbed ‘The Safer Kentucky Act’ — 74-22; moves to Senate
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today After some two hours of debate, an omnibus anti-crime bill dubbed by supporters “The Safer…
In-person, virtual public hearings set for Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project February 20-22
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Another step forward in making the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project a reality has been…
Campbell County receives nearly $2 million for site development from KY Product Development Initiative
Gov. Andy Beshear on Thursday announced nearly $2 million was approved to support site development in Campbell County, the first…
Campbell County mayors group hears economic development opportunities of conventions/tourism
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter The first Campbell County Mayors’ meeting, one of four planned this year, at the…
Cov commission hears Emergency Shelter concerns; discusses Fidelity shortfall and bike paths, more
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter A former employee of the Emergency Shelter of Northern Kentucky spoke to city commissioners Tuesday…
LRC analysis of McDaniel-sponsored SB10 shows local cost savings greater than original estimates
An updated fiscal analysis compiled by non-partisan Legislative Research Commission staff for Senate Bill 10 (SB 10), sponsored by Senate…
Florence names Katie James to new Human Services Administrator position
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Katie James, the new Florence Human Services Administrator, has been on the job for…
Covington police, fire and Point/Arc kickball teams ready for second-game re-match Monday
By Andy Furman NKyTribune reporter It’s Round II. And there’s much at stake. Some 12-to-15 clients from The Point/Arc will…
Harsh weather — including freezing drizzle — will continue to impact driving conditions; crews at work
Harsh winter weather is expected to continue, impacting driving conditions for Kentuckians. Motorists are advised to be prepared, to slow…
Gov. Beshear encourages Kentuckians to be ‘weather aware’ as winter storm approaches Commonwealth
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today “We want to encourage everyone to continue to be weather aware and be prepared for…
House Republicans unveil two-year state budget with over $1.7 billion in one-time spending
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today State Rep. Jason Petrie, R-Elkton, Chair of the House Appropriations and Revenue Committee, has filed…
Children of military families invited to participate in Military Kids Day Feb. 27 at state Capitol
Military Kids Day, the annual event hosted at the Kentucky state Capitol, is scheduled for Tuesday, February 27. Lawmakers are…
Road report: KYTC advises on road work to take place this week; beware of delays, closings
KYTC advises of the following road work to expect this week: I-471 RESURFACING UPDATE No work scheduled for the week of…
USDA, KDE seeking sponsors for Summer Food Program so children continue to receive meals
Many Kentucky families depend on free or reduced-price meals during the school year. When school is out for the summer,…
Yes, it’s safe to drink the water, says ORSANCO’s Richard Harrison; keeping the river safe
By Andy Furman NKyTribune reporter Go ahead – drink the water. It’s OK. Richard Harrison says you have nothing to…
Boone County discusses transportation district; commissioners raise questions, hold first reading
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Wade Williams, from the Montrose Group, gave a presentation to the Boone County Fiscal…
Boone County Judge Executive Gary Moore named president of OKI board of directors for second term
The Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana Regional Council of Governments (OKI) board of directors approved the appointment of the board and officers to lead…
McDaniel’s effort to move major state elections to presidential years advances in Senate
Senator Chris McDaniel, R-Ryland Heights, presented a bill that proposing a constitutional amendment to move elections for state constitutional offers…
Covington commission responds to Gaza ceasefire supporters: ‘Beyond our responsibility to handle this’
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Tuesday night, the Covington Mayor Joseph Meyer gave a response on behalf of the city…
On heels of record-setting year for tourism, state releases 2024 Official Kentucky Visitor’s Guide
Staff report The Kentucky Department of Tourism has released the 2024 Official Kentucky Visitor’s Guide, Team Kentucky’s official visitor’s guide for travel…
Covington Commission caucus meeting sets agenda for upcoming legislative meeting on Jan. 9
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter A change in commission meeting protocol produced new discussion during the city’s regularly scheduled caucus…