Wide range of issues discussed at annual Northern Kentucky Legislative Caucus forum at Gateway CTC
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor An overflow crowd of more than 150 constituents joined members of the Northern Kentucky…
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NKY Chamber to host “Where We Stand” 2020 Legislative Agenda preview reception at Triple Crown
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce will host its annual “Where We Stand” legislative agenda preview reception on Tuesday, December…
Joe Meyer: Bevin support for tolls on Brent Spence Bridge disappointing to Northern Kentucky
As the Mayor of Northern Kentucky’s largest city, I feel compelled to speak out about Governor Bevin’s shocking endorsement of…
Senate leaders say casino gambling legislation dead in Kentucky, revenue potential overstated
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Two Republican senators have weighed in on one issue in the governor’s race by pronouncing…
Gov. Bevin announces nearly $3 Million in CDBG funding, Campbell County Fiscal Court gets $804K
(Editor’s note: The numbers in this story have been updated by the Governor’s office since the original announcement.) Gov. Matt…
Bevin makes changes to pension proposal; lawmakers still shy of votes to pass the reform
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today It appears lawmakers still lack the number of votes needed to pass a bill to…
Four bills advance through Senate, one by Sen. Schickel takes power of school councils to hire supt.
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) – Lawmakers wrapped up the Organizational Session of the 2019 General Assembly…
Sen. Damon Thayer receives inaugural KTIA Tourism Award for Legislative Leadership
The Kentucky Travel Industry Association (KTIA) has awarded Kentucky Senate Majority Floor Leader Damon Thayer, R-Georgetown, the inaugural Kentucky Tourism…
School safety bill, job creation top priorities for Ky. State Republicans during 2019 General Assembly
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today State lawmakers return to work in January for the 2019 General Assembly and Senate Republicans,…
Gov. Bevin Announces $26.1m, 2019 construction project to complete U.S. 460 Bypass in Georgetown
Gov. Matt Bevin joined Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) Secretary Greg Thomas and local legislators at the Scott County Courthouse to…
Briefs: CBC Legislative Luncheon; Macy’s seasonal hiring; Citizens Fire Academy, NDA/CCH theatre
Covington Business Council will hold its Legislative Luncheon on Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Madison Event…
Government Briefs: St. Onge, Thayer honored by state groups, two NKyians named to state boards
St. Onge honored by Kentucky League of Cities The Kentucky League of Cities (KLC) bestowed a 2018 “Friend of Kentucky…
Commentary: Extending summer, moving back starting dates for school makes economic sense
By Chris Girdler This time of year, I find myself reflecting on one of the great witticisms of Yogi Berra,…
KTIA recognizes Boone, Campbell and Kenton counties with Economic Engine awards
NKyTribune staff Boone, Campbell and Kenton counties received Economic Engine Awards from the Kentucky Travel Industry Association (KTIA) during the…
Sen. Damon Thayer: Contentious legislature nonetheless passes laws to move state forward
The dust has settled on my 16th Legislative Session as a Kentucky State Senator, and I am proud of our…
Kentucky lawmakers override governor’s vetoes as teachers watch from the gallery, protest outside
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The Kentucky General Assembly overrode three major vetoes from Gov. Matt Bevin on Friday when…
Campbell County Schools Superintendent’s open letter to legislators urges override of vetoes
Open Letter to Kentucky Legislators I am drafting this letter to every legislator in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. In particular,…
Sen. Damon Thayer’s Legislative update includes highlights of budget, pension bills
After a productive 58th day of the 2018 Legislative Session that saw the passing of several significant bills to benefit the…
Sen. Damon Thayer: Senate passes public pension reform legislation; here’s an explanation of it
The 2018 Session is quickly winding down as Thursday, March 29, marked Day 57 of the 60-day budget session. Budget…
Bill to exempt private electronic devices from open records requests on life support, but not dead yet
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor An amendment to House Bill 302 that would exempt private electronic devices from public…
KYCIR: Devil in details; bill in Ky Senate could keep doctor discipline secret — and it’s not alone
By Eleanor Klibanoff Kentucky Center for Investigative Reporting If your doctor, social worker or therapist has violated professional standards, you…
Damon Thayer honored with ‘Friend of Kentucky Cities’ award from League of Cities
Senator Damon Thayer (R-Georgetown) was honored with a “Friend of Kentucky Cities” award Wednesday morning in Frankfort. The “Friend of…