Union doctor one of two sentenced to federal prison for role in healthcare fraud scheme
By Tom Latek
Kentucky Today
The owner and the medical director of the Northern Kentucky Center for Pain Relief in Florence have been sentenced to federal prison after being convicted for their roles in a scheme that defrauded Medicare, Medicaid and commercial insurance companies of over $4 million for medically unnecessary urine drug testing.
The Kentucky Attorney General’s Medicaid Fraud and...
Road report: KYTC District 6 reports on work being done this week; be aware of delays, closings
KYTC District 6 gives a heads-up on the road projects to expect this week, though inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances may occur, so the information below is strictly of an advisory nature and is subject to change with no notice.
I-275 DIAMOND GRINDING WEEKLY UPDATE (CAMPBELL/KENTON COUNTY LINE TO U.S. 25 OVERPASS)
I-275 Eastbound
Through Thursday, April 18: left two lane(s) will...
AAA urges drivers to tune out distractions during Distracted Driving Awareness Month in April
Every year, thousands lose their lives on America’s roadways because a driver diverted their attention away from the road. Unfortunately, even a few seconds of inattentiveness can yield deadly results.
April marks National Distracted Driving Awareness Month and AAA is taking the opportunity to remind drivers to avoid distractions and keep their focus on the road.
“Too often, motorists multi-task...
Southbank Partners announces major investment to begin on Riverfront Commons in summer 2024
Southbank Partners has announced an investment of $2.7 million dollars across 2.5 miles of projects for the regional Riverfront Commons project set to start in Summer 2024.
These five projects are key pieces to completing Riverfront Commons, a 20-mile multi-use path along the riverfront, which will connect the river cities from Devou Park in the west to Pendery Park in the east. It has been Southbank...
Gov. Andy Beshear unveils 2024 Governor’s Derby Celebration, Kentucky Derby Festival posters
Gov. Andy Beshear on Thursday joined Lexington artist Ken Burney and Kentucky Derby Festival President and CEO Matt Gibson during the Team Kentucky Update for the official unveiling of the 2024 Governor’s Derby Celebration poster.
“Our thriving horse racing industry has been a source of inspiration for artists. Whether it’s the dedication of the jockeys, the power of the Thoroughbreds or the...
Beshear vetoes sweeping anti-crime bill, says it is costly and ‘unwieldy’ but had ‘good parts’
By Liam Niemeyer
Kentucky Lantern
Democratic Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear issued a number of vetoes Tuesday including rejecting a sweeping anti-crime bill pushed by Jefferson County Republicans and strongly opposed by Democrats, arguing House Bill 5 is a costly and “unwieldy” bill.
HB 5, primarily sponsored by Rep. Jared Bauman, had received opposition across a broad political spectrum with conservative...
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...
