NKY car dealership owner, Jason Marley, sentenced to 18 years in prison for multiple charges
By Tom Latek
Kentucky Today
The owner of a Northern Kentucky car dealership will be spending the next 18 years in prison after he entered a plea agreement to sex trafficking, drug possession, forgery and other charges by Boone Circuit Court Judge James Schrand.
In October 2022, the Kentucky Attorney General’s office announced that a Boone County grand jury indicted Jason Marley, 51, on one count...
KY Senator Mitch McConnell speaks out in support of legislation before U.S. Senate that would ban TikTok
By Tom Latek
Kentucky Today
Last year the Kentucky General Assembly enacted legislation to prohibit the use of the video app TikTok on any state-issued device. Now legislation that would institute a nationwide ban is before Congress.
Last month, the House passed a bill that would outlaw TikTok nationwide if its China-based owner doesn’t sell its stake. Lawmakers acted on concerns that the company’s...
New study shows Kentucky’s juvenile justice reform getting results a decade after becoming law
By Nadia Ramlagan
Public News Service
A new report showed a decade after being passed, Kentucky’s juvenile justice reform law is getting results.
It found 60% of juvenile cases were diverted to alternative programs in 2020, compared to 41% in 2013. Instead of being sent to in detention centers, kids in diversion programs participate in home supervision, group homes, foster care, community programs...
Fort Thomas Forest Conservancy to host Earth Day celebration April 21 at Tower Park
The Fort Thomas Forest Conservancy (FTFC) and the City of Fort Thomas will present the largest Earth Day celebration in Northern Kentucky on Sunday, April 21 from 12-4 p.m. in Fort Thomas’ Tower Park.
The family friendly event allows guests to chat with experts to learn about locally sourced food, outdoor activities, area green organizations and local artists all while enjoying food and drink trucks,...
Be prepared: Total eclipse of sun coming Monday — protect your eyes (don’t look directly)
By Sarah Ladd
Kentucky Lantern
As millions gear up for the total solar eclipse Monday, Kentuckians are being cautioned to protect their eyes from sun damage and prepare for traffic delays.
A solar eclipse is when the moon passes between the sun and the Earth, blocking the sun and causing momentary darkness, according to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). There was a total solar...
Kenton Co. Sheriff’s Office warning citizens of scam phone calls regarding missed jury duty, court dates
The Kenton County Sheriff’s Office is reminding citizens that they do not contact anyone by phone regarding missed court dates, missed jury duty or unpaid fines in the wake of multiple calls reporting such calls. The Sheriff’s Office will personally serve court papers person-to-person, never by phone.
The most recent scam uses the name of “Brian Butler” with the Kenton County...
Covington announces permanent closure of Goebel Pool citing extensive repairs, bridge construction
In the end, Goebel Pool was doomed.
With the pool sitting almost directly in the path of the pending Brent Spence Bridge Corridor project, the City of Covington has elected not to make the substantial, expensive repairs that would be needed to keep Goebel open just a little longer.
Instead, the City is likely to close the pool earlier than it had planned and in the process save taxpayers some hundreds...
Several tornadoes touched down in state, lots of water and wind damage; one vehicle fatality in NKY
After declaring a state of emergency as severe storms swept through the Commonwealth Monday and Tuesday, Gov. Andy Beshear joined emergency response officials to provide an update on the state’s ongoing response.
The Governor visited Prospect in Jefferson and Oldham counties and Fayette and Jessamine counties to see storm-impacted areas and meet with local officials and families. Lt. Gov. Jacqueline...
Severe storms update: Governor, declared state of emergency, provided overview of state’s damage
After declaring a state of emergency as severe storms continue to sweep through the Commonwealth on Tuesday, Gov. Andy Beshear provided an update on the state’s ongoing response to protect Kentucky families.
“We have more severe weather on the way, and the most important thing we can do right now is make sure everyone has a plan to stay safe,” Gov. Beshear said. “We are thankful to those who...
KCTCS recognizes students and graduates ‘Going Pro’ with sign-up day celebration in Capitol Rotunda
The Kentucky Community & Technical College System (KCTCS) recognized students and graduates who are “Going Pro” and beginning their professional careers at a ceremony in the Capitol Rotunda attended by lawmakers, partners, and industry leaders.
“Kentucky’s Talent Take-off’ celebrated thousands of KCTCS students and graduates committing to high-demand careers — and reminded...
On the Governor’s desk, a bill that would end his power to fill U.S. Senate vacancies
By McKenna Horsely
Kentucky Lantern
Kentucky senators approved a House bill that would end the governor’s power to fill U.S. Senate vacancies. It has been sent to the Governor’s desk.
This year’s change comes on the heels of a 2021 law that was sponsored by Republican Senate President Robert Stivers, of Manchester. While speaking on House Bill 622, Stivers called the new legislation “a...
Covington alerts residents of 3 a.m. concrete pour at OneNKY Center construction site beginning Tuesday
Neighbors of the OneNKY Center being built at Greenup Street and Roebling Way may hear trucks earlier than usual on Tuesday.
(Photo from City of Covington)
But don’t worry. It’s a special circumstance – not the new normal.
Officials from Paul Hemmer Co. said that Tuesday will be the first of three 3 a.m. concrete slab pours timed to beat morning rush hour traffic and to keep the rising temperatures...
Happy Easter! Communities around the region celebrated the holiday with Easter Egg hunts for kids
Today is Easter, a serious religious observation. It has also evolved into a fun tradition for children involving Easter egg hunts — and several communities around the region helped children celebrate the tradition.
Today, the Northern Kentucky Tribune says “Happy Easter” by sharing these photos of just three of these special events in our communities — photos of happy children...
Mixed bag of legislation advances to Governor’s desk in last minutes; DEI dead, ‘Momnibus’ likely so
Kentucky Lantern
This year’s banner culture war crusade fizzled out in the Kentucky Senate in the final days of the General Assembly.
The Senate took no action on a House overhaul of Senate Bill 6, a Republican-backed bill aimed at curbing diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in Kentucky’s public universities and colleges.
Lawmakers could revive the bill when they return April 12 but they...
General Assembly approves $30 billion state budget for next two fiscal years, sent to Governor’s desk
The General Assembly approved a $30 billion state budget for the next two fiscal years on Thursday, after considering the governor’s proposal, House and Senate versions, and coming up with a final version worked out by a conference committee.
“This budget ensures that essential services are not just maintained but enhanced, that necessary programs are strengthened, and that investments are made...
