Northern Kentucky News Digest

Quick NKY forecast to plan safely:

• Today: Cloudy with scattered showers morning/afternoon; light rain 8-9 AM.
• Temps in 40s-50s all day.
• Tomorrow: Chilly, frost advisory, more showers developing.
• Weekend: Drier weather ahead.

Kenton County Police Department asks for public help identifying a man in a decades-old cold case in Ryland Heights, northern Kentucky. Local tips could help solve this long-unsolved mystery and enhance community safety.

Heartwarming statewide win for animal lovers: Gov. Beshear signed SB 37, designating shelter dogs and cats as official KY pets and the Treeing Walker...

Prime economic dev chance for Kenton County: Covington invites proposals for ~30 city-owned vacant lots to expand housing stock amid shortage.

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Kenton County PVA clarifies role amid tax concerns:

• Doesn't raise taxes: PVA assesses properties at 100% fair market value based on sales data – no...

• Sticker shock hits hard: Drivers in Covington can't fill up at $4.99/gal stations, with NKY average at $4.21—up from $4.15 yesterday.
• Tri-State...

Essential resource for NKY startups in Kenton County:

• Supports cities and businesses as licensing agent for occupational licenses
• Handles annual administrations to streamline operations
  Visit for quick business setup support.

Kenton County boaters heads up – U.S. Coast Guard closing portion of Licking River Thu-Fri for controlled pier demolitions on Covington-Newport...

Safety Alerts

• ⚡ Severe Thunderstorm Watch: A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for Boone County, and residents should stay alert and be...

'Pothole politics' urges local governments to excel at core services like quick pothole repairs, fast permits, and reliable emergency response instead...

NKY Chamber ramps up professional networking with varied events sparking growth and ideas:

• Eggs 'N' Issues on infrastructure planning to power NKY...

• Kenton Boys Tennis dominates Defiance 5-0 sweep, now 6-4 overall
• Highlands edges Conner 4-1 in five innings
• Campbell County routs Calvary Christian 15-0
• Scott shuts out Lloyd Memorial 13-0

• NKNC formed by Kentucky Nonprofit Network to unite regional nonprofits, building a stronger sector voice in Northern Kentucky.
• 26 members serve...

• Incumbent Gary Moore (R, serving since 1998) touts 24% property tax cuts, public safety wins like firefighter endorsement and new 911 center, and...

70-year-old Kenton County man sentenced to 63 months for receiving child pornography after admitting he obtained computer-generated images of minors engaging in sexual conduct from two websites.

• Derby Watch Parties Sat: Braxton Brewing (2pm), Old Kentucky Bourbon Bar (2pm), Ritte’s Corner Cafe (2-7pm), Smoke Justis (4-8pm).
• Live Music...

Key highlights from the proposed budget:

• Public safety jumps over 10% to $29.2M – largest increase, focusing on law enforcement priorities
• No new...

• When & Where: May 19, 2026, 10AM-2PM at Ferguson Community Center, 2988 Washington St., Burlington, KY
• Organizers: Cincinnati VA Outreach & local...

Timeline of escalating weather threats in Northern Kentucky and Boone County:

• Evening outlook: Slight risk of severe thunderstorms tonight, with...

• Deputy Scott Menefee at Jones Middle School named Region 4 SRO of the Year by KYASRO.
• His selfless work builds trust and ensures safety for...