Train derailment on Empire Drive in Florence Wednesday shuts down road, no injuries reported
NKyTribune staff A train derailment in Florence Wednesday afternoon sent four railway cars careening across Empire Drive and came to…
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NKY Champions for Education Summit brings leaders together to discuss past successes, future goals
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor The Northern Kentucky Education Council hosted the 2017 Champions for Education Summit Wednesday at…
Children’s Environmental Health Summit: Health and well-being depends on quality surroundings
Public health specialists, health care providers, environmental experts, school personnel and representatives from child health organizations were among those gathered…
Bill Straub: So far, GOP has little to show for control, so killing health care bill may be best they can do
Once again we are sadly reminded that there isn’t anything so terrible in this world that Sen. Rand Paul and…
Madison Avenue Christian Church to host Evening of Hope for Puerto Rico to fund mental health services
When Hurricane Irma skirted Puerto Rico, knocking out power to over one million, the people had no idea that two…
SmartHealthToday: Tips for student-athletes moving indoors for new season; be aware, avoid injury
By Kristen Mees SmartHealthToday Football, cross-country and soccer season are coming to an end, and student-athletes are moving indoors to…
Drowsy driving can have disastrous consequences; here are some tips to keep you from nodding off
The lack of a good night’s rest can do more than put you in a sour mood. Drowsy driving can…
Keven Moore: Legionnaire’s disease is deadly, but preventable; businesses need insurance for protection
Imagine for a minute you and your co-workers are sent to a 3-day work conference in Orlando, Fla. You return…
Simon Kenton faces toughest test of three local teams in regional finals of football playoffs
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Two of the three Northern Kentucky high school football teams playing in regional championship…
UK, KCTCS sign reverse transfer agreement to help more students earn association degrees
The Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) and the University of Kentucky (UK) have signed a reverse transfer agreement…
Covington city commissioners join lawsuit against state over pensions; move ahead on Greenway
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Add another city to the list of those suing the state over its troubled pension…
Dedication of Historic Boone County Courthouse takes place tonight, building dates to 1889
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor An open house and public dedication of the restored Historic Boone County Courthouse will…
The real sweetness of sweet potatoes is the health benefits and it’s not just a food for the holidays
By Joy Stephenson-Laws Special to the NKyTribune Sweet potatoes, not to be confused with yams, have been cultivated for thousands…
Republican leadership meets behind closed doors to continue discussions about public pensions
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today FRANKFORT, Ky.(KT) – Members of Kentucky Senate and House Republican leadership are still trying to…
Newport Catholic honors two couples with St. John Baptist de La Salle Award for dedication to the school
At the Newport Central Catholic Winners’ Circle, Scott and Jane Grosser and Denny and Margie Kehoe were honored with the…
Kenton County Attorney’s office collecting new coats in Foster Care Coat Drive through December 4
The Kenton County Attorney’s office, in conjunction with the Department of Income Support for the Commonwealth of Kentucky, is hosting…
Master Provisions continues to do more, MPower Lunch provides opportunity for community to help
The theme of the Master Provisions MPower Lunch at the Airport Marriott in Hebron was, fittingly, “Together, let’s do more!”…
Kentucky takes No. 4 Kansas down the wire in 65-61 loss to Jayhawks in Champions Classic
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Kentucky gave No. 4 Kansas all it could handle before the Jayhawks escaped with a…
Constance Alexander: ‘Music Alive’ program offers hope to Alzheimer’s patients and caregivers alike
More than 5 million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s, and more than 15 million are providing unpaid care for…
Governor appoints three to the Gateway CTC board and a NKY attorney to the health, safety review board
Governor Matt Bevin has appointed three new board of directors members for the Gateway Community and Technical College and a…
On Scam Awareness Day: Duke Energy joins forces to shut down scammers, protect customers
Today is the second annual Utility Scam Awareness Day. Throughout this week, utilities across the country are joining forces to…
Jamie Vaught: Twice the fun seeing double on UK Dance squad; and some favorite sports books
When I was a little kid growing up in Kentucky, I remember seeing pictures of twins cheering for UK during…