Kentucky’s Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear and Republican Attorney General Russell Coleman say investigators have been looking into a whistleblower’s allegations that immigrants paid temporary contract workers to illegally obtain state driver’s licenses. Louisville TV station WDRB reported last week that a former clerk at a Kentucky driver’s licensing office said co-workers sold, for $200 each, state driver’s […]
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Part of Hands Pike, Waymans Branch Road to close for two months
Starting Wednesday, a portion of Hands Pike and Waymans Branch Road, or KY 3716, in Kenton County will close for two months for a sanitary sewer project. The closure will remain in place around the clock, 24/7, until complete, and drivers who frequent the road will need to plan accordingly, according to an announcement from […]
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Residents worry about Frogtown Road project’s effect on homes
Some residents are concerned that a state road project in Union could – maybe literally – upend their homes. Dozens of people came out Wednesday night to an open house at the Scheben branch of the Boone County Library to learn about the project and leave feedback. The project focuses on KY-3060, or Frogtown Road, […]
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State officials remind everyone to buckle up this spring
Two hundred and twenty out of 471 car accident-related deaths that occurred in Kentucky in 2024 involved people who weren’t wearing (or were improperly wearing) seat belts or booster seats, according to the Kentucky Office of Highway Safety. In light of this, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is taking part in a national “Click It or […]
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Richardson Road landslide repair project extended
Due to the extent of the damage to Richardson Road in Kenton County, a landslide repair project has been extended. The repair project began at the end of April on Richardson between Sherbourne Drive and Old Richardson Road. The transportation cabinet expects the work to now be completed by May 19. “The 24/7 road closure […]
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Neighbors want permanent solution to Boone County intersection after fatal crash
Concerns over the safety of U.S. Route 42 and Beaver Road grew louder following a deadly crash near the intersection on Tuesday. Per the Boone County Sheriff’s Office, over the last five years — excluding Tuesday’s collision — 24 incidents have occurred at the intersection. Of those, 14 have led to injury, and two were fatal. “There’s […]
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Boone County continues discussion on Hicks Pike, Chambers Road swap proposal
Boone County continued discussions about swapping control of Hicks Pike, a county road, with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. Hicks Pike is located in southern Boone County near Interstate-75 and the Triple Crown subdivision – one of the largest suburban developments in Northern Kentucky. Hicks Pike, which is approximately 2.1 miles long, serves as a connector […]
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Do you have a sober ride for St. Patrick’s Day weekend?
With St. Patrick’s Day less than a week away, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is reminding people to plan out sober rides in advance. St. Patrick’s Day, celebrated annually on March 17, is known for large festivals, parades, and parties that often include alcohol. Subsequently, it’s a day that typically sees an influx of drunk-driving-related incidents, […]
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Should Boone County swap roads with the state?
CORRECTION: The original version of this article contained errors related to the street names in the project. The relevant lines have been corrected. — LINK nky editorial, Feb. 21, 2025 The Boone County Fiscal Court is considering swapping ownership of one of its county roads, Hicks Pike, with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, which is responsible […]
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Students have until Feb. 1 to apply for KYTC scholarships
Students have until Feb. 1 to apply for Kentucky Transportation Cabinet scholarships for construction management and civil engineering. Aimed at ensuring the cabinet has a pool of qualified candidates, the scholarships are split into three categories: Learn more about eligibility and application instructions at transportation.ky.gov/Education/Pages/default.aspx.