Readers from all over Northern Kentucky have sent us photos of the damage they encountered after a series of storms moved through the area overnight. Stay updated with state road closures and tips for navigating downed power lines at the Kentucky Transportation District’s Facebook page. Use the map below to see where trees are down […]
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Congressman compliments NKY’s regional approach in meeting with Covington leaders
Covington leaders met with Congressman James Comer Tuesday, where the Kentucky District 1 representative complimented Northern Kentucky’s regional approach to infrastructure, transportation, housing and other initiatives. Tornado sirens blared during the meeting, but since city leaders only had a limited time with Comer, they made sure to stay in a safe part of the building, […]
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What’s next for Covington’s Duro Bag site? Search for developer begins
Institutions involved with the acquisition of the old Duro Bag manufacturing site in Covington announced Monday they were beginning to meet with private developers to serve as partners for the site’s redevelopment. Identifying a private developer to help shape what the site will become in the future is the latest step in the site’s redevelopment […]
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Covington to join class-action lawsuit over firefighter exposure to cancer-causing chemicals
UPDATE: The Covington Board of Commissioners voted to enter the lawsuit at their meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026.–LINK nky editorial The City of Covington is now part of a national class-action lawsuit against manufacturers of firefighter protective gear, alleging companies covered up the presence of cancer-causing materials. “Recently, there’s been a national legal effort […]
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Plans could transform two former Campbell County schools, more in NKY gov
This week at NKY government meetings, Campbell County Planning and Zoning will hear adaptive-reuse plans for the Grant’s Lick and Silver Grove School buildings. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. What happened in NKY government last week? Covington […]
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Two low-income homes are coming to Pleasant Street in Covington
Two new homes are going up on Pleasant Street this week in Covington, the physical manifestation of one local solution to the region’s housing shortage. “The vision for Pleasant Street has always been to create quality homes that working families can afford while strengthening an established neighborhood,” said Brandon Holmes, head of the city’s Neighborhood […]
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Have you faced discrimination in Covington? Human Rights Commission wants to know
The Covington Human Rights Commission is seeking public feedback on people’s experiences related to human rights issues in Covington. The organization is circulating an online survey that city residents can fill out and submit. “Help us promote inclusion, address discrimination and ensure community voices help shape city policies and services that meet the needs of […]
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‘4 sale or lease’ sign goes up at Madison Theater
A “4 sale or lease” sign has adorned the marquee of the Madison Theater in Covington, marking the latest in the theater’s troubled saga. The former operator of the theater, Frank Hulefeld, and his company, Madison Theater Presents, abruptly announced earlier this summer that the theater was closing following the termination of his lease. The […]
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Behringer-Crawford Museum to host virtual program on Brent Spence’s life and legacy
Covington’s Behringer-Crawford Museum is hosting a presentation by a local historian about the life and impact of the late U.S. Congressman Brent Spence. Local historian Karl Lietzenmayer of the Kenton County Historical Society will discuss the life and legacy of former U.S. Rep. Brent Spence during the next NKY History Hour, a free virtual program […]
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Covington again bids for state School of Innovation exemptions
Covington Independent Public Schools is again seeking exemptions from certain state education rules under Kentucky’s School of Innovation Act, but this time for all of the district’s schools. Originally passed in 2025, the School of Innovation Act allows the Kentucky Board of Education to waive regulations for public schools in favor of customization, flexibility and […]
