Bill Straub: McConnell’s effort to put Senate back to work doesn’t include passing clean Zika bill
WASHINGTON – During the waning days of the summer congressional recess, Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell could be found doing…
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Keven Moore: Ready to enjoy football season at last, but first a look at safety issues for big-crowd facilities
“Man, I love off-season” said no football fan anywhere. All seems right with the world this Saturday morning, as I…
Cooper quarterback among state’s leading passers in first season as varsity starter
The NKyTribune will be providing focused coverage of NKY high school football throughout the season, thanks to support from St. Elizabeth…
Florence couple married 65 years include skydiving, reading at local library in retirement activities
By Suzanne Yowler Special to the NKyTribune from BCPL Avid readers John and Joanne Gillespie, who have been married for…
Report shows children in KY benefit from affordable health care made possible by Medicaid expansion
Children are already reaping the benefits of more Kentucky parents having health insurance due to Medicaid expansion, according to a…
KY DPH warns of ongoing risk associated with heroin; 12 fatal ODs reported over holiday weekend
The Kentucky Department for Public Health continues to warn Kentuckians about the risks associated with heroin and other drugs. DPH…
Brighton Center’s 50 Years, 50 stories: Services benefit mothers as well as children
As part of its 50th Anniversary Celebration this year, Brighton center has introduced a “50 Years, 50 Stories” series to…
Wildcats open Southeastern Conference play on Dec. 29 with matchup against Ole Miss
The 2016-17 Kentucky men’s basketball schedule is now complete as the league office announced the upcoming conference schedule on Tuesday….
State suspends surcharge on current unemployment insurance; will save employers $34.2m annually
The Kentucky Education and Workforce Development Cabinet will suspend the current unemployment insurance (UI) surcharge for contributing employers, effective immediately….
Art Lander’s Outdoors: Global trade has wreaked havoc on the flora and fauna of North America
Globalism, and the resulting trade with nations in Europe and Asia, has wreaked havoc on the flora and fauna of…
Former Covington mayor and CIPS advocate Chuck Scheper to speak at Sept. 15 CBC luncheon
Former Covington Mayor Chuck Scheper says local businesses have a huge stake in the achievement growth of Covington Schools. Scheper,…
Rural Blog: Student-led study examines conditions of county animal shelters in Ky.; 82% in violation of laws
Nearly half of Kentucky’s animal shelters are in violation of three or more laws and 82 percent are in violation…
AD Bothof deposition in Doe vs. NKU reveals a ‘sexual incident,’ involving basketball players
NKyTribune staff report A deposition of NKU Athletic Director Ken Bothof filed as part of public court documents in the…
Thorntons postpones public hearing scheduled to discuss plans for site at US 42 and Industrial Road
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor A Boone County Planning Commission Public Hearing scheduled for Wednesday to discuss a change…
Northern Kentucky University ‘topping out’ ceremony for Health Innovation Center to take place Thursday
Eight weeks after the first column was erected, the final steel beam will be lifted into place atop the structure…
Free admission for first responders at Newport Aquarium this weekend in recognition of Patriot Day
In recognition of Patriot Day on September 11, 2016, Newport Aquarium will offer free admission to first responders this weekend….
SmartHealthToday: Are water enhancers a healthy option? It’s important to know what we’re replacing
Rory Glynn SmartHealth Today Most of us know we should be drinking more water. But when thirst kicks in, maybe…
Ky. Department of Education accepting applications for 2016-17 Commissioner’s Student Council
The Kentucky Department of Education is accepting applications for the 2016-17 Commissioner’s Student Council through September 15. The Commissioner’s Student…
Covington PD order restricting access for Kenton Commonwealth Attorney and staff still in place
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor The Covington Police Department remains off limits to Kenton County Commonwealth Attorney Rob Sanders…
Kentucky by Heart: Some interesting facts you may not know about our first (and fifth) governor
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist “Who was the first Kentucky governor?” is the question I’ve asked fourth graders for years…
Kenton County Parks offers free Star Gaze on Sept. 9; get ready for Great American Eclipse of 2017
Kenton County Parks & Recreation, the Cincinnati Observatory Center, and the Midwestern Astronomers are hosting a free Star Gaze on…
Northern Kentucky Chamber to honor community service, volunteerism at annual dinner Sept. 15
On Thursday, September 15th the Northern Kentucky Chamber will recognize individuals who have shown exceptional community service and chamber volunteerism…