City of Newport launches program to assist small businesses dealing with impacts of COVID-19 crisis
The City of Newport has created a new program to assist small businesses dealing with the impacts of the COVID-19…
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Covington puts out all-call for “thank you” messages to 1st responders; free daytime parking at RiverHaus
From truckers to nurses, and grocery store cashiers to teachers, there are many people who are working hard to help…
COVID-19 update: 13 new NKY cases; highest-yet 204 cases in KY, 8 deaths; Gov. urges social distancing
As of Wednesday afternoon, 13 additional cases of COVID-19 have been identified in Northern Kentucky, for 168 total cases. There…
Covington commission’s caucus makes history with first virtual meeting; pools won’t open this summer
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter The City of Covington’s commission caucus meeting Tuesday was historic for being its first virtual…
City of Covington clarifies alcohol rules, order gives refunds for event cancelations, 2:30 a.m. licenses
Refunds of temporary alcohol licenses and 2:30 a.m. permits are part of an executive order issued in the City of…
Covington offers leniency on street-sweeping days; temporarily not issuing tickets for cars not moved
If you can’t find a spot to move your car in Covington while your side of the street is being…
Red Bikes no longer rolling in Covington, City urges residents to fill out Census form while stuck at home
Covington is losing an alternative form of transportation while the COVID-19 pandemic plays out. With the Red Bike bike-sharing system…
Covington first to approve $7.4M, federally funded riverbank stabilization/restoration project
The City of Covington approved its participation in the Riverfront Ecosystem Restoration Project that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers…
This Week at the Capitol: Legslature passes austere one-year budget amid pandemic and uncertainty
LRC Public Information Over the past month the number of Kentuckians who have tested positive for COVID-19 has grown from…
Legislature passes one-year budget in a coronavirus ‘unusual situation’ and facing uncertain revenues
Staff report Social distancing was being observed by the General Assembly as they met Wednesday to take up the budget…
Unemployment rates rise in 59 Kentucky counties during past year; Oldham has lowest jobless rate
Unemployment rates rose in 59 Kentucky counties between February 2019 and February 2020, fell in 48 and stayed the same…
Covington fights for better testing, equipment; new protocol for first responders a ‘step in right direction’
The City of Covington continues to fight hard for quicker access to testing and better personal protective equipment for its…
Covington ambulance dedicated to COVID-19 response, new procedures reduce risk of exposure
Covington is activating an ambulance it had in reserve and is assigning it to respond to all runs involving patients…
Covington business tax deadline pushed back 90 days; goal is to relieve financial pressure
Businesses who must file occupational license and net profits tax forms with the City of Covington will automatically have an…
Kenton County Fiscal Court meetings now virtual, with live broadcast, chance to submit questions
Due to the growing public health impacts of the COVID-19 (Coronavirus), Kenton County Fiscal Court meetings will no longer be…
Governor Beshear vetoes two bills, signed more than 35 new bills into law; here’s the list
In the midst of leading Kentucky’s response to a worldwide pandemic that has infected more than 300 Kentuckians, Gov. Andy…
City of Newport extending payment due date for certain license filings until July 15
During this time of urgency for companies and individuals conducting business in the City of Newport, be advised that the…
Gov. Beshear: 50 new cases; urges staying healthy at home; asks local officials to monitor people in public
Gov. Andy Beshear on Thursday repeated his call for Kentuckians to stay Healthy at Home, said that the state is…
Gov. Beshear unveils video for young kids; cites growing cases, says drive-through testing is coming
Gov. Andy Beshear on Wednesday tightened restrictions on businesses and banned residential evictions under a state of emergency declaration aimed…
Covington Commission meets in nearly-empty City Hall; City passes ‘Conversion Therapy’ ordinance
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic created a different scene at the Covington Board of…
Much of Covington City Hall operating from home, public safety employees still on the job
NKyTribune staff Covington City Hall at 20 West Pike St. resembled a “ghost town” Monday as the City ordered all…
Covington City Commission meetings closed to public, but citizens can watch live, submit comments
To help limit the spread of the acute respiratory virus COVID-19, the public will not be able to physically attend…