More than $520M in state funds needed to beef up teachers’ pension fund, oversight board told
The Kentucky Teachers Retirement System pension fund will need an additional $520.4 million in state contributions to be fully funded…
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Candidates for education commissioner narrowed to five; one Kentuckian – with NKU ties – in the mix
The Kentucky Board of Education has announced the names of the five candidates being considered for commissioner of education. The…
Billy Reed: American Pharoah’s Travers appearance is like whistling past the graveyard
As one who has bestowed the mantle of greatness on American Pharoah, I admit I’m worried about the super horse’s…
Notre Dame Urban Education Center celebrates sixth year in downtown Covington with open house event
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor The Notre Dame Urban Education Center kicked of its sixth year providing afterschool services…
Kentucky running back Stanley “Boom” Williams expecting explosive season in backfield
By Keith Taylor Special to NKyTribune Stanley “Boom” Williams burst on the scene and had a dynamic first season in…
Aviation Day at the Capital City Airport open to public, includes free plane rides for ages 8-17
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, in conjunction with the Kentucky National Guard, will host Aviation Day at Capital City Airport in…
NKU undergrads recognized for summer research projects in program that honors respected educator
By Mark Hansel NKy managing editor Some of Northern Kentucky University’s best and brightest demonstrated the fruits of their summer…
New data on ACT college-entrance exam shows more Kentucky students prepared for college
More Kentucky public high school graduates are meeting the state’s college-readiness benchmarks on the ACT college-entrance exam, according to data…
Horizon League coaches vote Northern Kentucky sixth in preseason volleyball poll
The Northern Kentucky University volleyball team was picked to finish sixth in the 2015 Horizon League preseason poll, the league…
Bill Straub: To his credit, Rand Paul was one of first to raise important issue of criminal justice reform
By most accounts Sen. Rand Paul’s presidential campaign has all the sizzle of a wet rag. But the Kentucky Republican…
Three Park-and-Ride locations set for racing fans attending the Breeders’ Cup at Keeneland
Breeders’ Cup and Keeneland released detailed public transportation service plans for the 2015 Breeders’ Cup World Championships, which include shuttle…
Freedom earn doubleheader split with Rockford, trail in Wild Card race by two games
Florence won game one of a doubleheader with the Rockford Aviators by a score of 5-2 but fell in game…
Bluegrass Adventures: Improved connectivity just one way to get more people to enjoy the outdoors
By Daniel Leathers Special to NKyTribune It is a sad, but true fact that fewer and fewer people are having…
Prep Sports Notebook: Beechwood volleyball team finally has something to sing about
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Teen-age girls signing loudly through the open windows of a school bus might have…
NKy Chamber to recognize outstanding leadership, community service at annual dinner Sept. 17
The Northern Kentucky Chamber will recognize individuals who have shown exceptional community service and chamber volunteerism at its 2015 Annual…
Newport City Manager Fromme says the city is on a path for more jobs, investment and business growth
Newport City Manager Tom Fromme said Wednesday that following a booming 2014 that ended with 67 new businesses, 500 additional…
UW-Greater Cincinnati sets 100th anniversary ‘bold goal’ of $62 million at campaign kick-off
With a focus on celebrating United Way of Greater Cincinnati’s 100th anniversary and accelerating progress in achieving Bold Goals for…
Zayat Stables pledges percentage of American Pharoah’s purses to New Vocations program
New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program announced Wednesday that Zayat Stables has committed to donating a percentage of American Pharoah’s purse…
Calipari adds pair of walk-on guards David and Pulliam to 2015-16 Kentucky roster
The Kentucky men’s basketball team has added Jonny David and Dillon Pulliam as walk-ons for the 2015-16 season. With the…
Cats represented on 2015 preseason All-SEC team by kicker MacGinnis, Swindle, Stamps
The Southeastern Conference announced its 2015 Preseason Coaches All-SEC Team on Tuesday with sophomore kicker Austin MacGinnis, senior offensive lineman…
Rick Robinson: Trump calls for deportation of Anchor Pandas; other candidates waste no time weighing in
Note: We have been noticing how every time Donald Trump says something absurd, each campaign somehow feels obligated to respond….
Art Lander’s Outdoors: With herd numbers up, prospects for fall deer season appear excellent
With Kentucky’s 2015-16 deer season set to open in 10 days, with the start of archery hunting, the outlook for…