Legislative session gaveled to close as budget approved, numerous bills passed; here’s a summary
The Kentucky General Assembly’s 2021 regular session was gaveled to a close this evening, ending a session in which lawmakers…
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Kentucky lawmakers send bill partially banning no-knock warrants to Governor Andy Beshear
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The bill severely restricting the use of no-knock warrants is now on its way to…
BCM’s NKY History Hour presents the life and times of Clyde and Mary Middleton tomorrow at 6:30 p.m.
Although not born or raised in Kenton County, Clyde and Mary Middleton, through years of service in political, religious and…
Ralph Drees, homebuilder, philanthropist, friend of the community, dies at 86 after long illness
Ralph Anthony Drees, 86, of Crescent Springs, passed away peacefully on Saturday at Hospice Care of St. Elizabeth in Edgewood….
Turfway closes meet as Like the King surges in the stretch to take 50th running of Jeff Ruby Steaks
M Racing Group’s Like the King surged in deep stretch under jockey Drayden Van Dyke to win Saturday’s 50th running…
KY Supreme Court unanimously agrees with The Kernel that the UK violated the state’s Open Records Act
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The Kentucky Supreme Court unanimously upheld a ruling on Thursday finding the University of Kentucky…
Kentucky unemployment rate improves slightly in February mirroring trend in joblessness nationally
Kentucky’s seasonally adjusted preliminary February 2021 unemployment rate was 5.2%, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS). The preliminary…
Education bills: Beshear vetoes 2 that ‘undermine public education,’ signs 5 putting education first
Gov. Andy Beshear, a graduate of Kentucky public schools, vetoed two bills that hurt educators and undermine public education. He…
Gov. Beshear signs 10 bills focused on ‘well-being’ of Kyians, vetoes three bills ‘not in best interests’
Gov. Andy Beshear signed 10 bills that “prioritize the well-being and safety of all Kentuckians, with a special focus on…
Governor signs 13 bills — one caps cost of insulin — and vetoes 5 others
Gov. Andy Beshear signed House Bill 95 (HB 95), protecting the health and lives of Kentuckians with diabetes by capping…
NKY Hidden Gems: Plan a staycation close to home — how about staying in a Yurt at A.J. Jolly Park?
By Jill Morenz Special to NKyTribune A.J. Jolly Park’s yurts are a cross between a rustic tent and a nice…
Erlanger Mayor Jessica Fette has big plans for the city — tax breaks, park updates
By Natalie Hamren NKyTribune reporter This part of an occasional series about the Mayors of NKY cities Erlanger Mayor Jessica…
Al Smith, noted Kentucky journalist and long-time KET ‘Comment’ host, dies at 94 at his Florida home
The Rural Blog Albert Perrine “Al” Smith, Jr., a noted Kentucky journalist, public citizen and co-founder of the Institute for Rural…
CVG gets $12.3m in additional federal funding through December’s COVID relief act
U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) announced the Kenton County Airport Board received $12,340,543 for the Cincinnati/ Northern Kentucky…
St. Elizabeth to hold memorial service recognizing a full year of COVID care; join in moment of silence
St. Elizabeth Healthcare is recognizing one full year of COVID-19 care with a memorial service today, at St. Elizabeth Ft….
Mayor Diane Whalen — a mayor’s daughter — grew up with Florence on her mind; it’s a way of life
By Natalie Hamren NKyTribune reporter First in an occasional series about NKY’s mayors Florence Mayor Diane Whalen grew up knowing…
CVG moving critical infrastructure projects forward — Rehabilitation on busiest runway starts this week
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) is moving critical infrastructure projects forward this year. One project beginning work this week is…
AAA: New signs that travel dreams won’t be deferred much longer — folks are itching to travel
One year after the COVID-19 pandemic upended plans for travelers in Kentucky and throughout the world, there are new signs…
KY Transportation Cabinet District 6: Update on road projects in NKY; possible delays, lane closures
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 6 gives notice of the following. Motorists should be aware of possible delays or lane…
Jack Moreland surprised with special send-off on his retirement — proclamation, drive-by parade
Jack Moreland, who has led of Southbank Partners for the past 11 years, was recognized at a surprise retirement send-off…
Budget Director reports revenue growth of 5.6 percent; new round of stimulus may drive a surplus
The Office of State Budget Director reported that February’s General Fund receipts rose 4.6 percent compared to February of last…
Open letter from Covington Mayor, commissioners on ‘fatally flawed’ Brent Spence Bridge expansion plan
The Mayor of Covington, Joe Meyer, and four other member of the Commission have issue a lengthy explanation of their…