Fort Thomas Forest Conservancy’s Chuck Keller had a ‘green’ idea for the city — and it’s free mulch for all
By Andy Furman NKyTribune reporter Color him green. All over. Chuck Keller is President of the Fort Thomas Forest Conservancy,…
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Advocates testify at judiciary committee about restoring felons’ voting rights; LWVs weighs in
Representatives from Secure Democracy USA and fellow election policy advocates testified recently before the Kentucky General Assembly’s Interim Committee on…
Abortion: Will access be restored after victory at the polls? Supreme Court to hear first case on Tuesday
By Jack Brammer NKyTribune reporter Amber Duke, interim executive director for the ACLU of Kentucky, was pleased this week…
Franklin judge rules redrawn maps of districts are constitutional; but bills on use of state funds are not
By Jack Brammer NKyTribune reporter Franklin Circuit Judge Thomas Wingate ruled Thursday that new boundary lines drawn by Republican…
Covington honors strong tradition of service and the veterans among city’s employees and officials
The tradition of military service in Kentucky predates the state itself. Even before the Bluegrass territory was ratified as the…
Beshear announces programs to boost state’s workforce by helping former inmates find jobs
Gov. Andy Beshear, Justice and Public Safety Cabinet Secretary Kerry Harvey and Kentucky Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Ashli…
Kentucky League of Cities presents ‘Friend of Kentucky Cities’ award to Rep. Kim Moser
The Kentucky League of Cities (KLC) presented Representative Kim Moser (R-Taylor Mill) with a 2022 “Friend of Kentucky Cities” award….
Supreme Court Justice Michelle Keller and Court of Appeals Judge Susanne Cetrulo to retain seats
By Jack Brammer NKyTribune reporter In one of the most consequential races in Kentucky on Election Day, incumbent Kentucky Supreme…
FC Cincinnati players to join City of Covington for November 10 dedication of Austinburg mini pitch
FC Cincinnati star Matt Miazga and keeper Alec Kann are scheduled to be in Covington on Nov. 10 to help…
Road report: KYTC District Six provides update on all current construction projects in NKY; beware delays
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 6 reports on all curret construction projects underway in NKY this week and advises motorists…
Road work begins on 13th Street in Newport, expect intermittent lane closures through Nov. 13
The City of Newport is alerting residents and motorists that work began Friday on a project to improve 13th Street….
Attorney General reminds Kentuckians to report election law violations, irregularities to fraud hotline
Attorney General Daniel Cameron reminded Kentuckians that suspected election law violations and voting irregularities should be reported to the Attorney…
U.S. Rep. Massie campaigns for Supreme Court candidate Fischer, despite nonpartisan judgeships
By Jack Brammer NKyTribune reporter SHELBYVILLE – Conservative Republican U.S. Rep. Thomas Massie appeared on the campaign trail Thursday with…
Covington Commission approves mortgage assistance program, BIA’s Heritage Trades, and more
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Last December, the city used American Rescue Plan Act funds to create “buckets,” or categories…
NKY communities receive more than $15 million through Governor’s Better Kentucky Programs
Gov. Andy Beshear on Tuesday delivered $15,663,176 in infrastructure and education funding to Boone, Campbell, and Kenton counties. The funding…
FEAM AERO to break ground today on second hangar at CVG, $40 million investment adds 250 jobs
Gov. Andy Beshear will join local officials for the groundbreaking of FEAM AERO’s second hangar at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International…
Covington voters encouraged to plan ahead as new ballot locations, early voting options in place
If you plan to vote in November’s general election – and we hope you inform yourself enough to do so…
Road report: KYTC District 6 reports work scheduled on roadways this week, beware closings, delays
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 6 reports on work scheduled for the regions highways this week and advise motorists to…
SOS Adams reports strong registration numbers, hopes for strong voter participation in Nov. 8 election
Secretary of State Michael Adams announced that voter registration last month doubled August’s surge, and remained strong this month through…
Latest report shows Boone County, at 2.8%, remains among those with lowest unemployment rates
Unemployment rates fell in 119 counties between September 2021 and September 2022, rose in one (Hancock County), and no counties…
Election officials remain the best source for accurate and credible election information
By Michael Adams and Steve Simon Special to NKyTribune The November 8 general election is quickly approaching, and misleading election…
Covington considering architects for new city hall, hope to find local firm for human resources work
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter The city’s new home is getting closer to finding its architects. At the end of…