Chris McDaniel: A legislative update on the final week of the ’22 General Assembly
This week marked the official end of the 2022 Regular Session, including the final days of the veto period and…
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Health bills among those passed and failed in the last two days of the legislative session
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News The Republican legislature overrode more than two dozen of Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear’s vetoes…
Governor provides updates on Gigafactory, the KY Derby Festival, Easter fun, vehicle tax refunds
Gov. Andy Beshear updated Kentuckians on economic development, his released tax returns, the Kentucky Derby Festival, Easter and Derby week…
Kentucky Today: McConnell talks inflation, Ukraine, abortion, free speech, religions freedoms, midterms
By Lawrence Smith Kentucky Today Inflation, Ukraine, Roe v. Wade, and religious freedom were all topics addressed by Senate Minority…
TMU to hold ceremonial groundbreaking on academic center April 23 during Alumni/Friends weekend
On Saturday, April 23, Thomas More University will hold a ceremonial groundbreaking for its newest academic center, a 34,000 square…
On first of two days back, General Assembly starts override votes on bills vetoed by Governor
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Gov. Andy Beshear vetoed some two dozen bills passed by the General Assembly during the…
Time to celebrate: Purple People Bridge, one-of-a-kind historic landmark, turns 150-years-old this year
The Purple People Bridge – the one-of-a-kind historic landmark that is the only bridge over the Ohio River dedicated exclusively…
NKU to host world-renowned pianists April 22 for concert benefitting Ukrainian refugees
In light of the tragic events transpiring in Ukraine, Northern Kentucky University will welcome back two world-renowned pianists and NKU…
Governor signs legislation funding competitive salaries, expanded benefits for Kentucky State Police
Gov. Andy Beshear on Tuesday signed into law two pieces of legislation recently passed by the General Assembly to make…
Office of State Budget Director reports March General Fund receipts very strong
The Office of State Budget Director reported Monday that March’s General Fund receipts continue to be extremely strong, growing 9.0…
Gov. Beshear signs Executive Branch budget bill but uses line-item veto in 22 areas (including own raise)
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Gov. Andy Beshear said Monday he had signed the Executive Branch budget bill enacted by…
Beyond the Curb returns to Newport on April 24, showcasing urban living in Westside, Clifton
Northern Kentucky’s popular home tour, Beyond the Curb, will offer an exclusive look inside properties in Newport’s Westside and Clifton…
Our Rich History: The growth of a strong business program at Thomas More, a liberal arts college
By Tom Ward Thomas More University Part 40 of Our Series: “Retrospect and Vista II: Thomas More College/University, 1971-2021” Decades…
Porcelain Painters to hold two shows of pieces of their vintage art form — and invite all to come to learn
By Peggy Kreimer Hodgson Porcelain Painters A month-long show of hand-painted porcelain opens on May 4 at the Fort Thomas…
Beechwood reclaims 9th Region All “A” Classic baseball title with 100th win under head coach
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter After a two-day rain delay, Beechwood’s baseball team extended its perfect record to 9-0…
Inflatable Lung Exhibit kicks off statewide tour on Lung Health Day at St. E. Healthcare; check it out
In honor of Lung Health Day on April 12, St. Elizabeth Healthcare is kicking off the statewide tour of the…
Pensive Distilling is a sure bet; named for 1944 Derby winner, former Newport bar is re-branded
By Andy Furman NKyTribune reporter He won the Kentucky Derby in 1944. And 78 years later – he’s remembered in…
The River: Steamboat sleuthing is part of his nature and also part of the fun — but what about the RUBY?
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders will be sharing the stories of his long association with…
Veto pen sharpened, Governor rejects four bills on abortion, taxes, public assistance, campaign finance
Governor Andy Beshear sharpened his veto pen on Friday and said no to four bills: a sweeping pro-life bill, an…
M&M Service cuts ribbon on ‘incredible’ new corporate headquarters in eastern Covington
City of Covington officials helped M&M Service officially cut the ribbon Friday on its new corporate headquarters, a $3 million…
Prep Sports Notebook: St. Henry, Beechwood will meet again in All “A” Classic region baseball final
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter The rematch between the Beechwood and St. Henry baseball teams in the 9th Region…
Governor vetoes two education bills, calling Senate Bill 1 ‘step backward,’ House Bill 9 ‘unconstitutional’
Gov. Andy Beshear has vetoed two prominent bills passed in the state legislature by a Republican majority. One is Senate…