Road report: KYTC District 6 reports on work on NKY roadways this week; beware of closings, delays
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 6 reports on road work underway in the NKY region for the coming week. Weather…
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KYTC joins national effort to prevent impaired driving ahead of Labor Day; campaign runs through Sept. 4
As Labor Day quickly approaches, Kentuckians are reminded to celebrate the end of summer safely by planning for a sober,…
Latest KY Center for Statistics report shows July unemployment rate remained steady at 3.8 percent
Kentucky’s seasonally adjusted preliminary July 2023 unemployment rate was 3.8%, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS). The preliminary…
Covington commission hears 4th Street Bridge options, talks COV sculpture, central riverfront, more
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Four options for Fourth Street. The city wanted to make sure everyone saw them —…
Public invited to participate in virtual town halls on state’s foster care system; NKY meeting is August 23
The public is invited to discuss ways to improve outcomes for Kentucky children and families at virtual town hall meetings…
City of Newport, River Metals Recycling reach agreement, based on quality-of-life investments
Staff report The City of Newport and River Metals Recycling (RMR) are working together on an agreement to address concerns…
KYTC, ODOT to conduct two open house events to update public on Brent Spence Bridge project
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) and the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) will jointly conduct two open house events this…
Wifi comes to Burlington park in time for disc golf, thanks to partnership with Boone County, Altafiber
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Officials from Boone County and Altafiber gathered at England-Idlewild park in Burlington to kick…
Covington Business Council to feature Mayor Joe Meyer and ‘State of the City’ at luncheon meeting
Covington Mayor Joe Meyer will be featured speaker at the monthly luncheon for the Covington Business Council, providing an update…
Covington offering new round of Quality of Place Grants for projects that enhance sense of place
You know those beautiful new benches in Covington that resemble open books? They instill a sense of place. The towering…
Covington sets Aug. 18 deadline to apply for vacant commission seat left by resignation of Nolan Nicaise
Covington residents have until Aug. 18 to apply for a seat on the Covington Board of Commissioners. The resignation of…
Covington commission has full agenda: Nicase resigns, HR report, board eligibility and more
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Commissioner Nolan Nicaise has resigned from his position, effective at 6 p.m. Tuesday, the start…
Fort Wright council hears concerns from Fire Chief about being prepared to fight electric car fires
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Fort Wright Fire Chief Steve Schewe told council last week that his department is…
Flurry of legal challenges comes as some states make it harder for those with felonies to vote
By Matt Vasilogambros Stateline The year started out strong for advocates trying to make it easier for people with felony…
Fort Wright council hears discussion on cable franchise, votes to renew Spectrum contract
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Fort Wright city council voted to renew the cable franchise for Spectrum at its…
City of Florence to host a second free summer concert at the Mall on Friday — family fun for all
Get ready to groove and enjoy another summer evening filled with music, food and fun as the City of Florence…
Move Over Kentucky when passing emergency vehicles on roadside — KSP monitoring for safety
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today In an effort to protect those who protect us, Kentuckians are urged to slow down…
Covington commission approves Parking Authority, discusses board appointments, vehicle leasing and more
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Demographics are changing, Mayor Joseph U. Meyer said. Many people are now working in Covington,…
Newport Night Out Aug. 8 to celebrate relationship between community and its first responders
The City of Newport will celebrate the relationship between the community and its first responders August 8 during Newport Night…
Kentucky State Police take part in ‘Our Roads, Our Safety’ campaign to target unsafe driving behavior
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Kentucky State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement (CVE) officers are taking part in a three-day safety…
Joseph Lear, ‘quality person, solider,’ promoted to Brigadier General in Kentucky Army National Guard
Kentucky Today Kentucky Army National Guard Col. Joseph D. Lear, who currently serves as director of the Joint Staff, was…
Matt Dowling named Deputy County Administrator in Boone County, rounding out administrative team
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Boone County Assistant County Administrator Matthew Webster announced the recommendation of Matthew Dowling as…