New report from Robert Wood Johnson Foundation identifies Kentucky as top state for childhood obesity
In Kentucky, 23.8 percent of youth ages 10-17 have obesity, the highest rate in the nation, according to the newest…
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Ludlow, Walton Verona, NKU students help make artwork for new Cinci Children’s Critical Care facility
In anticipation of the fall opening of Cincinnati Children’s Critical Care Building, Cincinnati’s award-winning Kolar Design has curated over 1,100…
Notre Dame, CovCath soccer teams return to state playoffs after winning 9th Region championships
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter The last two Northern Kentucky teams to win state championships in boys and girls…
Learning Grove to honor Shannon Jones of Groundwork Ohio with Charity in Action award at gala
On Saturday, November 13 Learning Grove will host its annual Gala in the Grove at Paul Brown Stadium 6-11 p.m….
Newport Police Officer Tyler Hatfield charged with unlawful acts with a minor boy, resigns
This story has been updated Tyler Hatfield, 30, who has been charged in Boone County with a Class D felony…
With reintroduction of elk, Kentucky professor sees an opportunity to help revitalize Appalachia
By Liam Niemeyer Ohio Valley ReSource Howard Whiteman is inching along in his black Toyota Prius, craning his neck to…
Joe Heller: Cartoons in living color
Welcome to the NKyTribune’s newest feature: the cartoons of Joe Heller, a regular collection of his cartoons on any and…
The River: Catching up and reporting on sad loss of Cappy Bobby Lischkge, travails of paddlewheelers
By Capt. Don Sanders Special to NKyTribune (The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders is sharing the…
Roy Rogers restaurants to bring 10 new locations in region, in partnership with One Holland group
Western-themed quick-service chain Roy Rogers announces a new partnership with One Holland Corp. restaurant group to expand into the Greater…
Oct 17-23 is National Teen Driver Safety Week; make sure your young driver knows the rules of the road
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet’s (KYTC) Office of Highway Safety (KOHS) is helping empower parents to talk with their young drivers…
‘Take it from me’ campaign urges vaccinations as COVID-19 spreads, inundates Kentucky hospitals
With the surge created by the delta variant of COVID-19 sickening thousands and filling Kentucky hospitals to capacity, the Kentucky…
Two-thirds of Kentucky’s child protective services social workers are in training or entry level
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Another area reporting a shortage of employees is that of caseworkers for the Department for…
Behringer-Crawford Museum gearing up for opening of Holiday Traditions, starting November 13
Three decades of Christmas customs and family fun resume at Behringer-Crawford Museum on Saturday, November 13 with the opening of…
TMU’s Wm. T. Robinson III’s Institute for Religious Liberty hosting its annual religious freedom event
Thomas More University’s Wm. T. Robinson III’s Institute for Religious Liberty will host an interfaith event, “A Frontline Perspective From…
KY Supreme Court Justice Minton inducted into UK law college hall of fame, won’t seek another term
Kentucky Supreme Court Chief Justice John D. Minton, Jr., who recently announced he would not seek another eight-year term, has…
No. 1 Georgia hands UK Wildcats their first loss of the season with 30-13 victory in Athens
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Not many teams have scored against Georgia’s daunting defense. Kentucky crossed the goal line twice…
Big Blue Madness back with a roar as UK unveils men’s, women’s basketball teams in traditional way
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today The roar was back with a lot of noise at Rupp Arena Friday night. Unlike…
Friday Football Report: Ryle, CovCath win one-point games to remain on top in district standings
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Ryle and Covington Catholic remained on top in district football standings after winning away…
Covington barbershop inspires young readers as literacy program partners – Read with your Barber
The buzz of razors and friendly banter between barber and client are barbershop staples, and the atmosphere at Hair on…
COVID-19 update: New cases add up to 723,895 total in state, 9,293 deaths; vaccinations best protection
In his full COVID-19 report Thursday, the Governor announced 2,305 new COVID-19 cases across the Commonwealth, bringing the case total…
ROAD iD donation is giving away 57 trees in targeted Covington neighborhoods to help grow canopy
The City of Covington has 57 trees to give away, thanks to a donation from Covington firm ROAD iD. But…
Kyle Keeney: Here’s why Medicare price-setting isn’t the solution to fixing our healthcare problems
Earlier this month, the Northern Kentucky Tribune’s Bill Straub wrote a column supporting his belief that more government intervention in…