Kentucky economy showing ‘strong signs’ of improvement as April budget receipts top $1B
Kentucky’s General Fund receipts set an all-time high for a month in April, surpassing the $1 billion mark for the…
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Cov 200 looking for vendors as it gears up for its biggest event to date, the Summer Celebration
COV200 is gearing up for its biggest event to date – the COV200 Summer Celebration. The volunteer group behind Covington’s…
Rare, colorful thoroughbred Koda Chroma makes eye-catching debut at Belterra Park, finishes third
A rare 3-year-old thoroughbred colt named Koda Chrome drew plenty of attention when he made his debut at Belterra Park…
Judge’s ruling paves way for mobile home wrongful eviction suit
By James McNair Kentucky Center for Investigative Reporting A Jefferson County judge last week refused to throw out a lawsuit…
Keeneland moving wagering operations to Red Mile; $2M grandstand upgrade underway
Keeneland announced today that it will move its year-round simulcast wagering operations to the Red Mile, the historic Standardbred track…
Four area veterans of WW II making special trip to D.C. for 70th anniversary celebration of V-E Day
Four area World War II veterans will get a big send-off tomorrow morning at CVG airport for a special trip…
Mark Hansel named NKyTribune managing editor, brings long history, extensive reporting experience
Veteran reporter Mark Hansel, who has covered Northern Kentucky for over a decade, has been named managing editor of the…
Regional travel, tourism impact is measured in billions — and jobs — says new study by meetNKy
Regional travel and tourism in the Northern Kentucky/Greater Cincinnati region is a multi-billion industry and attracts millions of visitors, sustains…
Former Boone Judge-Executive Bruce Ferguson dies at 86; was historian and conservationist
Former Boone County Judge-executive Bruce Ferguson has died at age 86. Ferguson, who served as judge-executive from 1964 until 1982…
Covington Police Chief Spike Jones to retire; Assistant Chief Byran Carter is likely successor
By Mike Rutledge NKyTribune correspondent Michael “Spike” Jones is stepping down as police chief of his hometown Covington after almost…
Local band Wilder releases self-titled album at Southgate House Revival at show/party May 2
By Andy Foltz NKyTribune reporter Saturday is a big night for the band Wilder. They are releasing their first EP,…
Sticker Shock: Boone County Alliance, local retailers warn of purchasing alcohol for underage youth
In an effort to reduce consumption of alcohol by underage youth, the Boone County Alliance has partnered with local retailers…
Notices of road closures: River Road closed just west of Anderson Ferry, I-471 periodic lane closures
Ky 8 (River Road) will be closed to through traffic until further notice due to a slide near the 6.5…
Grant County student Haley Bryan competing in Poetry Out Loud finals in Washington, D.C.
Grant County High School sophomore Haley Bryan will compete against 52 other state champions in the Poetry Out Loud National…
Lower jobless rates in all 120 counties made 2014 an ‘extraordinary year’; Boone, Campbell among lowest
Annual unemployment rates were lower in all 120 Kentucky counties in 2014 than in 2013, according to the Kentucky Office…
After two years of investigation, ‘Pappy-Gate’ indictments handed down; nine are charged
By Wayne Stacy NKyTribune correspondent In a case that has spanned more than two years, nine people in what was…
METS Center offering free ‘Virtual Business Co-Op Showcase’ to connect business to services
A free diverse networking and learning experience, “Virtual Business Co-Op Showcase,” will be offered at Northern Kentucky University’s METS Center…
Samantha Ramsey’s family files civil suit alleging excessive force resulted in the 19-year-old’s death
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune contributor The family of Samantha Ramsey has filed a civil rights and wrongful death lawsuit, naming…
State’s unemployment rate drops once again; 5.1 percent in March lowest rate in 13 years
Kentucky’s unemployment rate continues to drop. The seasonally adjusted preliminary March 2015 unemployment rate dipped to 5.1 percent, the lowest…
Final stats show highway fatalities increased in 2014, up 34 from previous year
Kentucky Office of Highway Safety today released final highway fatality statistics for 2014. Highway fatalities in Kentucky increased in 2014…
McConnell, drug czar Botticelli speak about heroin battle — and its human, economic impact
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune Contributor U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-KY) and Michael Botticelli, the nation’s drug czar, spoke Thursday of…
Severe thunderstorms will continue to wreak havoc Thursday, putting millions at risk
By Alex Sosnowski AccuWeather.com The risk of severe thunderstorms, including a few tornadoes, will continue over the central United…