More highway ramp closures necessary for the construction on the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project are underway. Although the new closures are on the Ohio side of the river, they are likely to impact drivers in both Ohio and Northern Kentucky. The exit ramp from eastbound U.S. 50 and the South Street Viaduct to Second […]
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Covington man found dead in Paris was being investigated for possessing child pornography
A former Northern Kentucky bookstore employee, who was reported missing and found dead in Paris, France, earlier this month, was being investigated for possessing and distributing child pornography, according to court documents. Covington police said 64-year-old Todd Garland had not been seen since June 9. Detectives made contact with Garland on June 10 regarding a […]
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Investigation underway after NKY bookstore employee found dead in Paris
A former Northern Kentucky bookstore employee reported missing earlier this month was found dead in Paris, France, according to the Covington Police Department. Police said those who reported 64-year-old Todd Garland missing were concerned for his welfare. The Covington resident had not been seen since June 9. Detectives made contact with Garland on June 10 […]
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Florence Mall faces uncertain future as vacancy rate nears 60%, city eyes redevelopment
For years, the Florence Mall has seen retailers flee and storefronts go dark. “I mean, growing up, the mall was kind of where you went, and you would just kind of hear everything was here,” said Jake Rose, a Florence resident and shopper. “Now it kind of feels like it’s empty and kind of sad.” […]
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Officers shoot, kill armed man in Crestview Hills; KSP investigating
Kentucky State Police is investigating after officers shot and killed a 37-year-old man in Crestview Hills on Friday. Troopers said they were requested by the Lakeside Park-Crestview Hills Police Department to investigate the shooting, which occurred Friday shortly after 11 p.m. Officers with the Lakeside Park-Crestview Hills Police Department were dispatched to a residence on […]
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Power outages, road closures impact Florence area after strong storms
Roads are closed and many remain without power in Florence Thursday morning, after strong storms swept through the Tri-State overnight. LINK’s media partner, WCPO’s crews in Florence, saw damaged homes and businesses throughout the city, including damaged roofs and downed trees. Big Red’s Appliances on Dream Street appeared to have suffered significant roof damage, and […]
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‘Vital for our future’ Newport leaders split on tourism tax approach amid rising costs
Newport has quickly become a prime tourism destination in Northern Kentucky. But one city commissioner says Newport is not getting its fair share. For every visitor who stays in one of Newport’s hotels, 5% of the revenue goes to Campbell County Tourism through a regional tax agreement with MeetNKY. “The tax is levied by the […]
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Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell hospitalized; cause undisclosed
Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky was admitted to a hospital Sunday morning and is receiving “excellent care,” a spokesperson confirmed. The spokesperson did not elaborate on the reason for his hospitalization or his current condition. It is currently unknown where the senator is hospitalized. McConnell, 84, has experienced several health issues in recent years. […]
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Experts share how to identify poison ivy and other toxic plants in Northern Kentucky
As more people spend time outdoors this summer, experts are encouraging residents to learn how to identify poisonous plants and take quick action if they come into contact with them. Robert Brockman, a horticulture agent with the Boone County Extension Office, said poison ivy is by far the most common poisonous plant found in Northern […]
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Marine veteran missing in Boone County found safe
The Boone County Sheriff’s Office said a missing Marine Corps veteran has been found safe, according to a press release sent out Friday morning. The sheriff’s office said they were looking for the man, whose last known location had been in Villa Hills at around 9:53 p.m. Thursday night. The sheriff’s office issued a new […]
