Survey of Kentucky parents highlights families’ concern regarding child care amid pandemic
According to a recent survey of Kentucky parents and families, nearly 30 percent of respondents are struggling to find child…
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Report says Kentucky should tighten limits on gatherings, close bars where positive tests are up
A report prepared for the White House Coronavirus Task Force recommended that Gov. Andy Beshear should close bars in all…
Covington schools to reopen with ‘hybrid model,’ in-person 2 days a week for students, remote learning
The Covington Board of Education approved on Thursday a reopening plan for Covington Independent Public Schools. Because of COVID-19, Covington…
Jason Bailey: Kentucky’s senators must agree to adequate federal aid for state to survive recession
A couple months ago, some public officials and corporate lobbyists began eagerly calling for states to reopen rapidly as the…
Business briefs: Hehman joins Tri-ED board; Agave & Rye new chef; Miller is head of engineers foundation
Mayor Hehman named to TriED board City of Fort Mitchell Mayor Jude Hehman joins Tri-ED’s board of directors for a…
Newport board approves school reopening hybrid schedule of in-person and virtual instruction
The Newport Board of Education approved a school reopening plan this week that will feature a hybrid schedule of in-person…
Tim Hanner, his own story: A second transplant, staying positive, embracing many lessons learned
Second of two parts Educator Tim Hanner shares his story in his own words — a story of the journey…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: Live bait catches fish and is the best approach for beginners, anglers on a budget
Live bait catches fish. A slithering worm or wiggling minnow is something fish can’t resist. The natural action, smell and…
U.S. Customs intercepts cocaine being shipped through NKY facility — concealed in women’s shoes
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers discovered 21 pounds of cocaine, concealed in a shipment…
NBA restarts season with 17 former UK players on rosters; campaign resumes July 30 from Orlando
Even under unique circumstances with several teams not playing in the NBA restart, the University of Kentucky will still have…
Unemployment rates drop in 82 Kentucky counties in past year; Carlisle County lowest rate at 3 percent
Unemployment rates fell in 82 Kentucky counties between June 2019 and June 2020, rose in 33 and stayed the same…
Governor reports 611 new COVID cases, seven deaths; he urges habits that will defeat the virus
Gov. Andy Beshear reported 611 new COVID cases and seven deaths as of Thursday afternoon — another day for the…
Backpacks & Breakfast annual event makes changes because of pandemic; register for backpacks here
Backpacks filled with school supplies will be given away to Northern Kentucky students from low-income families but not at the…
KHSAA Board of Control will discuss fall sports starting dates during virtual meeting on Tuesday
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Starting dates for Kentucky high school fall sports will be the main topic of…
Mayor Joseph Meyer: People over politics — especially during a pandemic
As the mayor of Covington, Kentucky’s fifth-largest city, I have a message for public officials trying their best to undercut…
Don Owen: Bellevue native Steve Ridder continues to make hoops history, but never forgets his past
Remember that lanky kid from Bellevue High School named Steve Ridder? You know, the star basketball player who helped Bellevue…
Tim Hanner, his own story: Discovering surprising kidney disease — and dealing with the what’s next?
First of two parts Educator Tim Hanner shares his story in his own words — a story of the journey…
I-71/75 N to be reduced to single lane for pavement repair Friday evening; 2 lanes closed overnight
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 6 has issued the following advisory: I-71/75 northbound in the Cut-in-the-Hill area will be reduced…
KSP to hold ‘Cover the Cruiser’ during last week of July to support Special Olympics Kentucky
During the last week of July, Kentucky State Police (KSP) invites the public to ‘Cover the Cruiser’ in support of…
Beshear reports 518 new COVID-19 cases, 3 deaths and says state budget will not have a shortfall
Gov. Andy Beshear announced Wednesday that the state is looking to close out fiscal year 2020 without a shortfall, despite…
Bill Straub: Rand Paul objects to Trump’s Gestapo but then wants Dr. Fauci to be more optimistic
In The Sound of Music, that wholesome hash of low-brow entertainment produced on both stage and screen, a waddle of…
NKY Forum presents COVID-19 & BACK TO SCHOOL, an event with panelists who can answer questions
The Northern Kentucky Forum presents COVID-19 & BACK TO SCHOOL, a focus on going back to schools for elementary and…