Chris McDaniel: A legislative update on the final week of the ’22 General Assembly
This week marked the official end of the 2022 Regular Session, including the final days of the veto period and…
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Governor provides updates on Gigafactory, the KY Derby Festival, Easter fun, vehicle tax refunds
Gov. Andy Beshear updated Kentuckians on economic development, his released tax returns, the Kentucky Derby Festival, Easter and Derby week…
On first of two days back, General Assembly starts override votes on bills vetoed by Governor
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Gov. Andy Beshear vetoed some two dozen bills passed by the General Assembly during the…
Covington commission approves new positions; renews city hall lease, seeking more office space
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter A round of new faces and positions will be seen in Covington after the Commission’s…
City of Covington to fund 11 small community improvement projects totaling more than $50,000
Eleven neighborhood groups are due to receive funding from the City of Covington for small improvement projects ranging from fruit…
Gov. Beshear signs Executive Branch budget bill but uses line-item veto in 22 areas (including own raise)
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Gov. Andy Beshear said Monday he had signed the Executive Branch budget bill enacted by…
Road report: KYTC District 6 reports this week’s highway work, be alert to delays and closures
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 6 reports work on highways this week. Motorists should be aware of possible delays or…
New Covington City Solicitor David Davidson brings 42 years of experience city’s legal department
Covington’s new city solicitor is intimately familiar with the city – he’s practiced law in it for more than four…
KYTC District 6 announces updated schedule for Covington ramp closures on ‘Texas Turnaround’
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) announced the updated schedule for several temporary ramp closures that will be put into place…
Beshear signs 5 more bills into law, cites week’s economic development success, gives COVID update
Gov. Andy Beshear updated Kentuckians on economic development, new legislation, COVID-19, the Governor’s Prayer Breakfast, and the Easter celebration at…
Historic Suspension Bridge to be open for vehicular traffic on Friday; closed for repairs since Feb. 2021
The John A. Roebling Bridge will open to traffic Friday afternoon, April 8, after being closed to vehicular traffic since…
Brent Spence Bridge emergency repair named 2021 National Project of Year by ASHE, its fourth award
Gov. Andy Beshear announced that the emergency repair of the Brent Spence Bridge in Northern Kentucky following a truck crash…
KYTC delays closure of ramps to I-71/75 for Texas Turnaround project until further notice
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has delayed the closure of two interstate ramps that was scheduled for tonight. In a release…
City of Covington to begin spring street cleaning today — website provides details on dates, times
Covington’s Public Works Department will begin its annual spring cleaning of residential streets on Monday, April 4. How well the…
Governor signs six more pieces of legislation passed by General Assembly — and vetoes three bills
Gov. Andy Beshear signed six pieces of legislation recently passed by the General Assembly that help Kentuckians and he vetoed…
High-profile bills still awaiting final action in General Assembly include two on gaming, medical marijuana
By Tom Loftus Kentucky Today Kentucky lawmakers began their 10-day veto recess on Thursday and will return to Frankfort on April…
KYTC announces upcoming I-71/75 ramp closures for Texas Turnaround project in downtown Covington
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) today announced the schedule for several temporary ramp closures that will be put into place…
Kenton County local candidates on the ballot as reported by Clerk Gabrielle Summe
Staff report The field of candidates in the May 17 primary elections for most local races in Kenton County is…
Campbell County local candidates as they will appear on the ballot for the May 17 primary
Campbell County candidates for local offices who will appear on the primary election ballot on May 17: Property Valuation Administrator:…
Boone County candidates for local offices, as they will appear on the ballot for the May 17 primary
Boone County Clerk Justin Crigler listed candidates for local offices this year. Primary elections will be held May 17 and…
Road report: KYTC District 6 reports on road projects to expect this week — look for closings, delays
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 6 reports on highway projects to expect this week. Motorists should be aware of possible…
Kenton County Public Works annual Spring clean-up is April 29, 30 — two locations for drop-offs
Kenton County Public Works is hosting its annual Spring Clean-Up on April 29 and 30 at the following locations: •…