City of Covington hires Bryant Hartke Construction to repair exterior of iconic Carroll Chimes Bell Tower
When the Northern Kentucky Convention & Visitors Bureau was created back in the ’70s, the Carroll Chimes Bell Tower in…
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Cov Commission discusses investigation of Brent Spence Bridge shutdown; passes noise ordinance
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Once again, city officials are asking questions about possibly hazardous materials causing disruptions on the…
Kenton County Administrator Joe Shriver retiring after 24 years of exemplary service; Gunning named
After 24 years of public service with the County, Kenton County Administrator Joe Shriver is retiring, effective July 31. “I…
Democrat candidate for 4th Congressional District, Matt Lehman, calls for apology for Jewish remark
By Jack Brammer NKyTribune reporter Matt Lehman, Democratic nominee for this fall’s Fourth Congressional District race in Northern Kentucky,…
Kenton County Fiscal Court recognizes 2022 Pioneer award honoree Larry Maxey for community service
Kenton County Fiscal Court recognized 2022 Pioneer Award honoree Larry Maxey for his outstanding community service. Larry Maxey is a…
Taylor Mill is #1 Safest City in Kentucky; eleven other NKY cities in Top 20, according to SafeWise report
Staff Report SafeWise, an organization that promotes safety as a lifestyle, has released its 8th annual Safest Cities in Kentucky…
Covington to begin annual summer street cleaning program July 18; residents asked to move cars
Covington Public Works crews will begin the annual summer cleaning of residential streets on Monday, July 18. As always, how…
Governor extends states of emergency for baby formula, fuel, keeps price-gouging laws in place
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Gov. Andy Beshear has extended two states of emergency to keep Kentucky’s laws against-price-gouging in…
City of Covington increases homebuyer down payment assistance program cap to $10,000
For the second time in three years, the City of Covington is increasing the maximum amount of financial help it’ll…
Kentucky Attorney General offers tips to avoid scams during National Military Consumer Protection Month
During National Military Consumer Protection Month, Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron issued tips for service members, veterans, and their families…
Kenton County Animal Services offering a summer adoption special through Saturday; fees reduced
Kenton County Animal Services (KCAS) is hosting a summer adoption special from Thursday, July 14 to Saturday, July 16. KCAS…
Cov commission: Park ordinance to be updated for dog parks, disc golf, more; hears noise ordinance
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter When Ben Oldiges was hired two years ago as the city’s Parks & Recreation manager,…
Elsmere adopts fairness ordinance, joining three other Kenton county cities
By Jack Brammer NKyTribune reporter The Elsmere City Council voted 4-1 Tuesday night to become the 24th community in…
Fiscal Year 2022 General Fund receipts rose 14.6 percent; Road Fund gains two percent
The Office of State Budget Director on Monday reported Kentucky’s fiscal year 2022 General Fund receipts grew at the highest…
Road report: KYTC DIstrict Six reports on work on area highways this week, beware of delays, closings
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 6 reports on the following conditions and/or operations being undertaken this week. Be aware of…
NKU’s College of Law to host town hall-style meeting so citizens can offer advice on medical cannabis
The Team Kentucky Medical Cannabis Advisory Committee will hold a town hall-style meeting July 14, hosted by Northern Kentucky University…
Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife asks you to report your wild turkey sightings online
The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources encourages anyone who observes wild turkeys in Kentucky during July or August…
Kentucky political tradition, Fancy Farm, is just a month away, kicks off fall political season
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today FANCY FARM, Ky. – With the event now just a month away on August 6,…
Jefferson Circuit Judge gives both sides until July 18 to file pleadings before ruling on abortion injunction
By Mark Maynard Kentucky Today A Jefferson circuit judge is giving both parties until July 18 to file pleadings before…
Erlanger to use Planning and Development Services of Kenton County to provide zoning, other services
The City of Erlanger has announced that Planning and Development Services of Kenton County (PDS) will provide zoning and expanded building administration services…
Florence Aquatic Center re-opened after shutdown scare enjoying busy summer; future remains in doubt
By Alexia Dolan NKyTribune intern The Florence Aquatic Center (FAC) opened its doors for the first time in three years…
Covington set to unveil new Innovation Alley mural July 7; new art showcases work of NKU Collaborative
Covington’s newest mural doubles — some would say triples — as an outdoor portrait gallery, a history lesson, and an…