Kentucky’s plan to implement federal Every Student Succeeds Act takes a step forward
Kentucky’s plan for implementing the federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) has taken a step forward in the process toward…
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Flu is now ‘widespread’; increased activity is early this year, expected to continue for several months
Department for Public Health (DPH) officials, within the Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS), now report “widespread” flu for…
Covington Business Council holiday party lets members have fun, contribute to a worthy cause
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor The annual Covington Business Council (CBC) Holiday Party at the Madison Event Center provided…
After more than five decades of quality service, Newport icon retiring from Ken’s Barber Shop
By Don Owen NKyTribune reporter The city of Newport has experienced many major changes during the past 50 years, but…
Turfway Park selections for Friday
Turfway Park’s Mike Battaglia provides daily selections and comments for the Tribune during the live racing meets. Selections for Friday, Dec….
KY Department of Agriculture’s Hunger Initiative: Christmas comes early for Kentucky’s hungry
Thousands of surplus meal kits originally purchased for disaster victims will go to hungry Kentuckians thanks to a team effort…
Chef Foster: ‘Hopping John’ is a must for New Year’s Eve — not only delicious, but it renews hope
If you’re like most people around this time of year, food, in all forms is first and foremost in your mind. Either it’s a part of…
Rural Blog: National, state statistics show EPA head Scott Pruitt’s claims about coal jobs are false
Environmental Protection Agency administrator Scott Pruitt’s recent claim that coal jobs are up 20 percent this year is false, according…
Letter to Editor: Jason Bailey says tax plan is big giveaway to wealthy that will harm KY families
The tax plan passed by Congress is nothing more than a massive handout to major corporations and the ultra wealthy…
Vacation Express brings non-stop service to Cozumel, return of flights to Grand Bahama Island to CVG
Vacation Express is bringing non-stop service to Cozumel and returning non-stop service to Grand Bahama Island from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International…
Keven Moore: Counting down the ‘Twelve Days of Risk-mas;’ here’s what you better watch out for!
The classic holiday song “The Twelve Days of Christmas” is a cumulative song in which each verse describes a gift…
House adoption group presents sweeping recommendations for foster care, adoption system
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Lawmakers on the House Working Group on Adoption panel approved sweeping recommendations Tuesday on improving…
Beth Underwood: It’s time for us all to set aside life’s troubles and enjoy the true spirit of the holiday
Here we are once again, smack dab in that most wonderful time of the year. T-minus a few days until…
Smart Health: Tips and tricks for holiday eating — so you don’t gain that average five pounds this year
By Kristen Mees St. Elizabeth Healthcare The average American gains five pounds over the holidays – something that many of…
Bill Straub: We have to hope ‘arc of moral universe’ bends toward justice, despite Trump nominees
WASHINGTON – It may be hard to believe in this age of hyper-partisanship but President Trump has somehow managed to…
Brighton Center’s focus on lifting families out of poverty attracts national attention
By Deana Sowders Brighton Center You would never know the obstacles Sophia Depenbrock has had to overcome if you met…
Prep Sports Notebook: Football standouts sign early letters of intent with college programs
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Four Northern Kentucky high school football players signed letters of intent with college teams…
Boyd Gaming to buy Belterra Park, Belterra Resort; part of $2.8B deal among three casino groups
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor Belterra Park in Cincinnati and Belterra Casino Resort in Florence, Indiana, are among four…
Southwest Airlines offers new service to Phoenix from CVG with flights aligning with Reds training
Southwest Airlines announced it will begin seasonal service to Phoenix from CVG. The schedule aligns with Cincinnati Reds Spring Training…
Kentucky State Parks invite you to celebrate New Year’s Eve with dinner, entertainment, dancing . . .
The Kentucky State Parks will celebrate the start of 2018 with several New Year’s Eve parties and events planned at…
Simon Kenton boys’ basketball team takes perfect record into its holiday tournament on Thursday
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter The Simon Kenton boys’ basketball team that’s off to a 6-0 start this season…
Thomas More women crush No. 2 Christopher Newport, 86-53; NKU women fall to Jacksonville
By Don Owen NKyTribune reporter A trip to Hawaii is normally an enjoyable experience that produces a lifetime of memories….