City of Covington to spend $122K on upgrades to Randolph, Goebel pools for next season
Covington will spend almost $122,000 in the off-season to make improvements at its two full-size public swimming pools. The Randolph…
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Public Pension Oversight Board hears from state, teachers retirement system; gets mixed messages
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today It was good news and bad news Monday as officials with the Kentucky Retirement Systems…
meetNKY employee accused of embezzling millions waives preliminary hearing; case goes to grand jury
NKyTribune staff Bridget Johnson waived a preliminary hearing Tuesday in Kenton District Court. The case now goes to the grand…
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra teaming up with UK Symphony Orchestra for November 28 concert in Lexington
By Whitney Hale University of Kentucky The critically acclaimed University of Kentucky Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Maestro John Nardolillo, will…
Man who shot and killed intruder in Covington not charged; authorities cite self defense, Castle Doctrine
NKyTribune staff A man who shot and killed an intruder in Covington early Tuesday morning will not be charged. In…
McDonald joins NKU triple-double club, Norse roll to 93-71 win at Morehead State on Tuesday
NKyTribune staff MOREHEAD — Craig Conley now has company in Northern Kentucky University’s triple-double club, which welcomed its long-awaited second…
NKY Attorney Poole pleads not guilty to human trafficking, rape, other charges, bail reduction denied
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor Attorney Robert Poole pleaded not guilty Monday to the 15 charges against him, which…
Small Business Saturday was big success around the country: Record levels of spending reported
The ninth annual Small Business Saturday kicked off the holiday shopping season for consumers and small, independently owned businesses with…
CDC, Alzheimer’s Association release Healthy Brain Initiative Road Map, how to deal with dementia
In an effort to help state and local health departments address the growing Alzheimer’s crisis, the Centers for Disease Control…
Kentucky by Heart: Lifelong musician Frank Messina finds new path as writer of murder/mystery novels
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune Columnist Until recently, Frank “Doc” Messina’s choice of performing arts pretty much focused in one area. …
JC Morgan: Campbell County Public Library launches its fourth ‘Drop Your Drawers’ campaign
The Campbell County Public Library launched its fourth year of the “Drop Your Drawers” campaign in November. I am asked…
NKU’s ‘Mourning the Creation of Racial Categories’ project topic of Six@Six at Carnegie Thursday
Northern Kentucky Universiy’s Dr. Joan Ferrante’s ongoing project looking at the creation of racial categories in America will be the…
Briefs: Eagan joins Regional Chamber, Governor appointments, SFL golf outing benefits Redwood
The Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber announced that Kathleen (Katie) Eagan has been named its vice president of Government Affairs. Eagan…
Cincinnati Amnesty International group to host Write for Rights on Saturday — invites volunteers
Amnesty International invites you to Write for Rights on Saturday as part of an international human rights project. Amnesty International…
The Kindness Lens provides free family portraits to Northern Kentuckians who can’t afford them
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor Northern Kentucky is a region known for its philanthropic efforts. Often a group of…
AG Beshear calls on state lawmakers to pass gaming as a dedicated revenue source for public pensions
After filing litigation in April to protect the pensions of public employees, Attorney General Andy Beshear called on state lawmakers…
Walton-Verona voted among state’s top boys basketball teams with blue chip recruit back in action
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter The Walton-Verona boys basketball team was voted No. 13 in a statewide preseason coaches…
Looking to rebound from first loss, NKU visits in-state rival Morehead State on Tuesday night
By Don Owen NKyTribune reporter Both teams are coming off weekend losses, and neither squad has much time to prepare…
Thomas More’s Student Government Association hosts free 13th annual Winter Wonderland tomorrow
Thomas More University Student Government Association (SGA), along with help from TMU Student Life and student organizations, will host the…
School safety bill, job creation top priorities for Ky. State Republicans during 2019 General Assembly
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today State lawmakers return to work in January for the 2019 General Assembly and Senate Republicans,…
Boys Basketball Preview: Top-ranked CovCath has high expectations despite lack of experience
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Covington Catholic has become one the most successful boys high school basketball programs in…
BBB Trends: All is calm, all is bright — but here are a few tips to keep at least some control of the chaos
By Sandra Guile Better Business Bureau The hectic pace of the holidays is here. With it comes to do lists,…