Independent voters in Kenton County can vote for the Covington City Board of Commissioners in the non-partisan local race regardless of their party affiliation. They can cast an absentee ballot or vote early in person in addition to voting normally Election Day.
Category: State
Boone County Republicans’ controversial budget earmark causes party debate
Boone County Republicans have earmarked about $45,000 of their $50,000 operating budget to marketing for primary candidates, a move that has caused some to question the leadership’s decision-making, transparency and commitment to party unity.
Kentucky judge rules Thomas Massie’s candidacy valid, dismisses Deters’ lawsuit
A Kentucky circuit court judge has ruled that Congressman Thomas Massie’s candidacy is valid, striking down a case brought against him by 4th congressional district rival and former attorney Eric […]
House bill could add NKY officials to Kentucky Law Enforcement Council
House Bill 482, a bill sponsored by Northern Kentucky Representatives, would add the Owensboro Police Chief and the Director of the Northern Kentucky Police and Sheriff’s Training Center to the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council to help address the issue of police and police instructor recruitment.
Ed Massey kicks off campaign in face of Boone County GOP censure
Ed Massey, former Kentucky state representative and current GOP candidate for Kentucky district 66, held a campaign kickoff event Tuesday night at The Oriental Wok restaurant in Lakeside Park, seemingly […]
Why are there so many uncontested races in NKY this year?Â
40% of House and state candidates in Kentucky are running unopposed due to barriers to entry and the time commitment required, which is a concern for the Democratic and Republican Parties.
Secretary of state opposes bill to eliminate early voting
A bill to do away early voting in Kentucky has been proposed by a Northern Kentucky senator despite opposition from the commonwealth’s Republican secretary of state. Sen. John Schickel (R-Union) […]
Seven Kenton County polling sites still flagged for ADA violations
Seven Kenton County polling sites are still flagged for violations against the Americans with Disabilities Act, or ADA, said Kenton County Board of Elections Chair Gabe Summe at the Kenton […]
NKY state legislative, local, congressional candidates have filed for office: See who’s on the list
Eight competitive state legislative primary races are coming to Northern Kentucky on May 21 as candidates for the region’s 10 state House district seats and three of five Senate seats […]
Could amendment addressing race for governor affect voter participation?
A proposed constitutional amendment that could potentially help Republicans win more Kentucky governorships has been filed in the state Senate. Senate Bill 10 would change the election cycle for governor […]