Former House Speaker Jeff Hoover, once a broken man, is living promise of Easter: Hope, redemption
By Jack Brammer NKyTribune reporter Jeff Hoover, a high-profile leader in Kentucky politics, was a broken man. He stood solemnly…
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Jeff Hoover: Mitch McConnell cements legacy with Supreme Court confirmations; bold stance prevailed
It wasn’t long ago in our nation that boxing was one of the preeminent sports. Like almost everyone near my…
Lawmakers named to permanent child welfare committee created by passage of HB 1
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Legislative leaders have named most of the members of the permanent Child Welfare and Oversight…
Pew Trusts: #MeToo in the Statehouse; at least 16 men are gone, but the harassment culture isn’t
By Jen Fifield Pew Trusts In March, former Minnesota state Rep. Tony Cornish made a surprise visit to the state Capitol,…
Addia Wuchner: State Rep. provides explanation of events and decisions regarding Jeff Hoover
Dear Boone County Friends, With respect for the trust you place in me as your representative in Frankfort, I have…
Constance Alexander: When ethics go south, God’s still on his side? But public support may be wavering
When ethics go south, God’s still on his side It’s a free country. Of course it is. People can…
Six lawmakers, including Diane St. Onge, named to special House committee to investigate Jeff Hoover
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Six lawmakers – three Democrats and three Republicans – have been appointed to a special…
First day of General Assembly off to bumpy start, facing big issues; Hoover’s role in House uncertain
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The 2018 General Assembly got off to a bumpy start on Tuesday with some lawmakers…
Republicans will not seek immediate replacement for former House speaker Jeff Hoover
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Leadership of the House Republican Caucus said there will not be an election to replace…
House leaders release findings in GOP sexual harassment settlement; send to ethics commission
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today House Republican leadership released findings late Friday of an investigation into a settlement involving allegations…
Update from the legislature: Hoover has heart attack, Republican leadership hires special investigator
Staff report The sexual harassment scandal in Frankfort advanced in several ways on Friday and included the news that former…
More legislators speak out about sexual harassment allegations in Frankfort; call for answers
A group of state representatives, including NKY’s Addia Wuchner released a statement Sunday evening expressing shock and anger at the…
Jeff Hoover resigns as Speaker of the House but will keep his seat in the legislature
Speaker of the House Jeff Hoover announced he will resign as speaker effective immediately but keep his seat in the…
Gov. Bevin issues strong statement on sexual harassment allegations, without mention of Hoover
Staff report Gov. Matt Bevin added fuel to the fire of sexual harassment allegations in Frankfort without mentioning House Speaker…
Gov. Bevin unveils ‘Keeping the Promise’ plan to save Kentucky’s public pension systems
Gov. Matt Bevin, together with Senate President Robert Stivers and House Speaker Jeff Hoover, today unveiled “Keeping the Promise” —…
Legislative leaders say pension reform plan is ‘closer’ but offer no details; seek long-term solutions
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Legislative leaders gave no details on a public pension reform plan, saying there is more…
David Meade: House Adoption Work Group an effort to bring aggressive reforms to adoption process
In the 2017 Session of the Kentucky General Assembly, a focus like no other was placed on children and families….
Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Northern Kentucky United event features Stivers, Hoover
On Wednesday, June 7, the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce will host Northern Kentucky United, a bi-annual event that brings…
With Nearly $5.8 B in corp. investments, KY shatters record; on pace to create most new jobs since 2006
In fewer than five months, companies pledged nearly $5.8 billion in new-facility investments and expansion projects in Kentucky, eclipsing the…
Jeff Hoover, first Republican speaker of House in 95 years, looks back on session — and planning ahead
By Brad Bowman The State Journal Jeff Hoover hasn’t taken time to celebrate the end of the 2017 session as…
Bill Straub: Limiting debate not their finest hour as Republicans exert new muscle in Frankfort
WASHINGTON – There’s an old story – much too good to fact check – about Earl K. Long, who became…
NKY Chamber Eggs ‘N Issues focuses on historic first week of 2017 General Assembly, what lies ahead
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor The first Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Eggs ‘N Issues meeting of the new…
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