Written by Taylor Weiter and Jasmine Styles for WCPO Overdose deaths in Kentucky have declined for the first time in four years. The Kentucky Injury Prevention and Research Center (KIPRC) reported that 2,127 people died from a drug overdose in 2022 — a 5% decrease from the 2,257 overdose deaths in 2021. “That’s a good […]
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Grant County family hoping to save potty-trained pet bobcat seized by state officers
Written by Craig Cheatham for WCPO ‘Bane’ — a potty-trained pet bobcat who preferred his food microwaved — is in state custody and in need of a new home after Kentucky Fish and Wildlife officers seized the animal from his owner in February, according to video recordings of Grant County District Court hearings for the […]
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Ohio River named second-most endangered river in US
Written by Taylor Nimmo for WCPO The Ohio River was listed as the second-most endangered river in the U.S. in a recent report by American Rivers. According to the nonprofit formed to protect and restore rivers, pollution is the biggest problem impacting the Ohio River. Mining, manufacturing and chemical production are threatening the river, which […]
Posted inEducation
Boone County Schools votes to file federal lawsuit against multiple social media platforms
Written by Molly Schramm of WCPO Boone County Schools passed a resolution to join multiple other Kentucky school districts that are filing federal lawsuits against multiple social media platforms. The Boone County Board of Education passed a resolution Friday that authorized the litigation, which claims social media has negatively affected children. In the resolution, the […]
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Today is the deadline to register to vote in Kentucky’s May Primary
Written by Ally Kraemer for WCPO Voters who want to cast a ballot in the May 16 Kentucky Primary have until 4:00 p.m. Monday to register. The race for Kentucky Governor is the big one in May. Incumbent Democrat Andy Beshear is up against two other Democrats: Peppy Martin and Geoff Young. Republican voters will […]
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Organizations work together to help women look, feel their best for interviews
Written by Jessica Hart of WCPO Empowering women through styling is how two Tri-State organizations plan to help get more women back into the workforce. Dress for Success Cincinnati and the Life Learning Center teamed up to start the StyleHER Program in Northern Kentucky. The boutique has been open inside the Life Learning Center in […]
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28-year-old Kenton County man sentenced to life in prison
Written by Molly Schramm for WCPO A 28-year-old Kenton County man was convicted of life in prison Friday for the 2021 murder of his girlfriend, Kenton County Commonwealth’s Attorney Rob Sanders said. Dillon Brewster was convicted on multiple charges, including murder, kidnapping and firearm possession. The conviction comes after Brewster’s arrest on Oct. 20, 2021, […]
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Don’t let the green grass fool you: Allergens are high in the Tri-State
Written by Adrian Whitsett for WCPO Spring is here and the weather is beautiful but it’s not all sunshine and rainbows, especially for those with allergies. Grass, pollen and dust allergens are high in the Tri-State this season. With the recent sunshine and warmth, many folks who are going out to enjoy the day come […]
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Covington’s House of Orange to reopen after temporary closure for renovations, upgrades
Written by Molly Schramm for WCPO Though it seemed Covington’s House of Orange Sports Bar & Grill was permanently closing, the bar’s owners have confirmed its closure is temporary. Stephen Williams, the director of operations for Holland Farms Restaurant Group, confirmed Friday that House of Orange’s closure is temporary due to renovations and upgrades. The […]
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Kentuckians who own fewer than 5 acres now need licenses to fish, hunt on own property
Written by Felicia Jordan for WCPO A provision included in Kentucky Senate Bill 241, which goes into effect immediately, now requires land-owners in the Commonwealth have a permit to fish or hunt on their own property, if the property is less than five acres. The bill, which predominantly contains language surrounding the Kentucky Department of […]
