In wake of Supreme Court historical racing decision, Keeneland closes facilities until legislature acts
The Kentucky Supreme Court’s unanimous decision not to reconsider its September ruling on historic horse racing machine has resulted in…
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Newport on Levee announces Trade, opening this summer in the reimagined Gallery Building
North American Properties (NAP), the local real estate firm behind the redevelopment of mixed-use destination Newport on the Levee, announces…
Anonymous Boone County man cashed in with $200,000 scratch-off ticket sold in Florence
A Boone County man, who wishes to remain anonymous, has cashed in big after winning $200,000 on a Kentucky Lottery…
Former legislator Addia Wuchner named executive director of Kentucky Right to Life Association
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today A former state lawmaker from Northern Kentucky has been named as the new executive director…
Richard Tofel: Seeking ‘significant possibilities,’ ending ‘uncivil war’ two themes from Biden speech
It’s become a ProPublica tradition for our president, Richard Tofel, who wrote a book on President Kennedy’s inaugural address, to…
Kentucky County Clerks Association retains Frost Brown Todd’s CivicPoint to work with legislature
The Kentucky County Clerks Association (KCCA) has retained CivicPoint, a subsidiary of Frost Brown Todd LLC, to represent the Association…
ANALYSIS: Some ideas for countering the Big Lie about the presidential election (a clue: Biden won)
By Al Cross Director and Professor UK Institute for Rural Journalism and Community Issues I wrote recently that journalists, including…
Anticipated armed protests don’t materialize at well-guarded state Capitol; KY man arrested for U.S. riots
After ramping up for a major protests at the state Capitol Sunday, few protestors showed up and they were peaceful….
Clark Foundation hosting workshop for educators, ‘Teaching Black History & Culture’ on Monday
By Maridith Yahl NKyTribune reporter The Thomas Clark Foundation is hosting a workshop, “Teaching Black History & Culture: A Workshop…
FBI warns of hostile gatherings at state capitals; Beshear shuts down Capitol grounds on Sunday
The FBI has warned every state governor about the potential for demonstrations at state capitals across the nation, in the…
St. Elizabeth, HealthPoint, NKY Health Dept. to start Phase 1B (teachers and 70+) today, by appointment
Kentucky is moving into the Phase 1B COVID-19 vaccination stage which includes people aged 70 years or older and K-12…
Trump impeached by House, 232-197; McConnell says Senate trial can’t be set before inauguration
Staff report Ten Republicans in the U.S. House sided with Democrats to impeach President Donald Trump 232-197 for inciting the…
Gov. Beshear reports 3,053 new COVID cases, 22 deaths and explains unemployment relief payment
Gov. Andy Beshear announced more than 3,053 new COVID cases and 22 deaths and shared more details on the state’s…
Kentucky House passes four state budget bills which go to Senate; hope to complete budget this month
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The Kentucky House passed four of the five state budget bills on Monday, along with…
Governor reports 3,232 new COVID cases, 25 deaths, 12.45% positivity; 119 counties in red zone
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today There was a sharp drop in new cases of COVID-19 in Kentucky on Sunday, but…
Former NewCath football head coach Bob Schneider dead at age 82; led team to three state titles
Former Newport Central Catholic football head coach Bob Schneider has died at the age of 82, the school announced Friday…
General Fund receipts in December increase by $1,258,755,431, second-highest monthly total ever
State Budget Director John Hicks reported Friday that December’s General Fund receipts reflected the second-highest monthly total ever, $1,258,755,431, a…
Republican lawmakers off and running on top priorities, fast-tracking 10 bills
By Mark Maynard Kentucky Today Armed with veto-proof power, Republican lawmakers were off and running on their top priorities Thursday….
Events at Capitol: Mitch McConnell’s remarks to Senate before/after mob; Gov. Beshear’s remarks
A civics lesson U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks yesterday regarding the Electoral College certification…
National gas price average holds steady for 12 days; Kentucky price drops 3 cents from last week
The new year has started, but the national gas price average remains unchanged, holding steady at $2.25 for the last…
Kentucky’s Thomas Massie is one of seven conservatives who won’t object to electoral votes
Staff report Kentucky’s Rep. Thomas Massie is one of seven conservative House Republicans who said they would not join an…
If you haven’t had your flu shot, now is the time to get it; co-infection with COVID could be deadly
By Nadia Ramiagan Public News Service The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says it’s likely flu viruses will complicate…