Covington Fire Department’s Bloemer, Salmons retire; Deye, Vance and Adams promoted
During an event that Covington Fire Chief Mark Pierce said was “filled with both excitement and apprehension,” the City this…
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Calls to the state problem-gambling hotline have nearly tripled since sports betting became legal in KY
Kentucky Health News Since sports betting became legal in Kentucky on Sept. 7, calls to the state problem-gambling hotline have…
Kentucky child care advocates say Governor Andy Beshear’s budget doesn’t do enough
By Sarah Ladd Kentucky Lantern Gov. Andy Beshear is asking the legislature to spend $141 million over the next two…
Gov. Beshear, starting second term, says his philosophy is to govern where people are
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Gov. Andy Beshear was sworn in to a second term this month, and although his…
Governor appoints Antisemitism Task Force, says ‘We’ll keep fighting against hate’
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today A task force has been developed to conduct a review of antisemitism in the state,…
Boone County takes first step toward zoning approval McDonald’s at Mt. Zion and Lakeside Dr.
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Boone County Fiscal Court held the first reading of an ordinance that will change…
Florence Mayor Julie Aubuchon makes note of her first year in office, cites accomplishments
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Florence Mayor Julie Aubuchon gave a state of the city speech during a special…
Covington Commission hears citizen concerns on Gaza resolution; development agreements approved
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Enough is enough, residents are saying. Once again, Covington citizens attended the Commission’s regularly scheduled…
Taylor Mill to rebid firehouse project, per legal advice, without using design/build approach
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Taylor Mill CAO Brian Haney gave a report at the last regular commission meeting…
Gov. Beshear beats lawmakers to punch, presenting budget that includes hefty raises, universal pre-K
By Jack Brammer NKyTribune reporter Gov. Andy Beshear made an unusual historic move Monday by presenting his $136.6 billion two-year…
State Sen. Robin Webb will speak to Florence Rotary today on ‘Developing Relationships in Governance’
By Tim Herrmann Rotary Club of Florence Join the Rotary Club of Florence, serving all of Boone County (@FlorenceRotary), today…
Three NKY women named to The Kentucky Gazette’s Notable Women in Kentucky Politics and Government
Staff report Three Northern Kentucky women has made the Kentucky Gazette‘s list of “Notable Women in Kentucky Politics and Government,”…
Florence City Council votes to help Boone PeeWee League with a loan for its field and lights
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Florence City Council heard a presentation this week about the ins and outs of…
Park Hills city council approves amendment clarifying rules related to parking pads
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Park Hills city council approved an amendment to the title of chapter 52 of…
Kenton Co. accepts bid from AI. Neyer and Urban Sites to build housing on government center garage
The Kenton County Fiscal Court accepted the joint bid from Al. Neyer and Urban Sites this week to build residential…
Covington commission hears proposal for two developments with potential for $1.7m payroll taxes
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Two proposed economic development agreements could bring in more than $1.7 million in new payroll…
State’s General Fund receipts fall 2.7 percent, Road Fund increases 7.1 percent in latest OSBD report
The Office of State Budget Director reported that November’s General Fund receipts fell 2.7 percent, or $33.7 million, over last…
Boone County fiscal court, County Planning and Zoning engage in intense discussion about ’24 plan
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Boone County Planning and Zoning Director Kevin Costello and Community Services Director Jenna LeCount…
Erlanger resident questions roads condition; council addresses issue but urges resident to speak directly
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Erlanger Council member Tyson Hermes read a letter from a resident at its meeting…
City of Covington takes step toward transforming sections of Scott, Greenup Streets to two-way
If streets had resumes, the current “Objective” section for Scott Boulevard and Greenup Street in downtown Covington would – much…
KY League of Cities names Sen. McDaniel ‘Friend of Cities,’ gives Edgewood police chief safety award
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter The Kentucky League of Cities likes to end their year with the Friends of…
Sen. Chris McDaniel receives state Chamber MVP Award for ‘going to bat’ for KY business in legislature
Senator Chris McDaniel was presented the Kentucky Chamber MVP Award in December by Kentucky Chamber Director of Public Affairs John…