KYTC reaches milestone of 50,000 REAL ID-compliant licenses; pace of applications increasing
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) has reached the 50,000 mark in number of REAL ID-compliant driver’s licenses and identification cards…
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James B. Beam Institute prioritizes environmental stewardship in UK study of water sustainability
By Aimee Nielson University of Kentucky Water is essential to bourbon. Fresh, clean water is what allows the starch in…
Eric Rittmeyer: Opposing points of view; why can’t we accept them? Will civil conversations come back?
If I was to say “it’s 70 degrees outside,” I would be stating a fact. Anyone could walk outside with…
Beshear reports 439 new COVID cases, 3 deaths; Stack says to get outdoors as much as possible
Gov. Andy Beshear on Sunday reported 439 new COVID-19 cases and three deaths, bringing the state’s totals to 61,542 cases…
No. 17 Miami (Fla.) uses big plays to sprint past No. 18 Louisville 47-34 in ACC opener Saturday night
NKyTribune staff LOUISVILLE — While playing at the University of Houston, D’Eriq King was known for producing touchdowns and big…
Kentucky Transportation Cabinet updates possible delays for I-71/75 in Kenton County this week
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has announced the following conditions and/or operations that are being reported for highways in District 6…
Kentucky Downs enjoys another record-breaking meet with total betting at $59,828,444 on 62 races
By Jennie Rees and Dick Downey Kentucky Downs Even before Saffie Joseph won Wednesday’s eighth race with Sugar Fix on…
Alice Bannon: Brennan Center for Justice believes Ginsburg should not be replaced until after election
It is less than 50 days until Election Day. If Senate Majority Leader McConnell follows through on his pledge that he will…
Kentucky lobbyist says feds send nursing homes quick-test kits, but with rules that deter their use
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News Testing is one of the few tools nursing homes have to keep the novel…
Beshear reports 1,002 new COVID cases, 7 deaths — ‘what happens when we let our guard down’
Gov. Andy Beshear on Saturday reported 1,002 new COVID-19 cases and seven deaths, bringing the state’s totals to 61,106 cases…
Horizon Community Funds to distribute $60,000 to four nonprofits, bringing COVID relief totals to $644K
Horizon Community Funds of Northern Kentucky will distribute nearly $60,000 across four nonprofits this week, bringing relief support totals to…
Billy Reed: Just when I was thinking some people had good sense, we find out it really is about the money
Yes, that was heartfelt applause you heard coming from this corner when two of the country’s major college sports conferences,…
Boone County Fiscal Court lowers county’s real, personal property tax rates, cites management
Boone County Fiscal Court voted to lower the county’s 2020-21 real and personal property tax rates this week. The County…
The River: Save the Delta Queen — keeping beloved steamboat from termites, slackers, and extinction
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders will be sharing the stories of his long association with…
Customs officials seize $1 million in cocaine, counterfeit clothing at Port of Cincinnati in Erlanger
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Customs and Border Protection officers in Kentucky have been kept busy discovering illegal drugs and…
Gateway CTC Foundation gets one of four Impact 100 grants to support the Food for Thought Pantry
The Gateway Community & Technical College Foundation was one of four 2020 Impact 100 Grant Recipients valued at $100,000 each….
Flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who died Friday
Staff report In accordance with a proclamation from the White House, Gov. Andy Beshear has directed that flags at all…
Dixie Heights falls in final seconds at Corbin; Highlands, Conner, Lexington Christian notch wins
NKyTribune staff With less than a minute remaining Friday night, Dixie Heights appeared on the verge of knocking off host…
Commentary: Federal aid hasn’t reached most Kentucky farmers, exposes fragilities of food system
Community Farm Alliance The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Coronavirus Food Assistance Program has missed 70 percent of Kentucky’s farmers and…
Beyond the Curb: River City Living tour takes you to Skypoint Luxury Condos and jaw-dropping views
Beyond the Curb’s inside view of urban living goes virtual this year with River City Living — take the virtual…
The outside is open! It’s Great Outdoor Week and there are healthy, safe activities around the region
From families to outdoor enthusiasts, this year’s Great Outdoor Week has something for everyone. Redesigned with safety in mind in…
Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association to honor state breeders during National Awards event
The Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association has announced that they will honor breeders selected from 22 states and Canada during…