Public transit plays an important role in connecting people to work, school, health care, shopping and other destinations throughout Northern Kentucky and downtown Cincinnati. As rider needs continue to evolve, Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky (TANK) has announced several service improvements that will take effect on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026. The improvements are designed to […]
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Highland Heights residents create petition to remove cement barriers on Alexandria Way
Several residents and businesses in Highland Heights have signed a petition advocating for the removal of three concrete barriers on Alexandria Way. The petition states that the barriers hinder the overall flow of traffic and accessibility of surrounding areas. Long-time Highland Heights resident Bonnie Pickett brought the issue to Tuesday’s meeting, where she presented a […]
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Driving Ridership Through Rewards and Affordable Fare Strategies
Public transit systems across the U.S. are facing a pivotal moment: escalating costs of car ownership including fuel, regular maintenance and parking fees are reshaping how many Americans think about mobility, creating both an opportunity and a challenge for transit agencies. At Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky (TANK) – which serves Boone, Campbell and Kenton […]
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Kenton County invites residents to shape future transportation priorities at open house
Kenton County will host an open house for its countywide transportation plan on Thursday, June 11, at the Liberty Hall Event Center in Edgewood. The event is open to all county residents and will serve as a venue for people to learn about the planning process and ask questions. “Traffic and transportation are top-of-mind issues […]
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Street near former Drawbridge Inn site set to reopen as development progresses
Fort Mitchell residents will be relieved to learn that the portion of Royal Drive closed for construction at the former Drawbridge Inn property is set to open in the coming months. Work on the mixed-use development at the former site is moving along after the long-vacant building went up for sale in 2012. The 26‑acre […]
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Getting to work challenge: The first, last mile
What you need to know When Brenden Pulte lived in Newport, he did not have a car. Getting to and from his restaurant job in Cincinnati’s Hyde Park neighborhood involved complex planning to ensure a connection to the right bus at the right time. To get to his job for the night shift, he would […]
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Start date for construction on Brent Spence Companion Bridge remains unknown
The design for the Brent Spence Companion Bridge is 60% done, Ohio Department of Transportation officials said at Tuesday’s Cincinnati City Council meeting. But the exact start date for the major construction project has not yet been announced. The project includes a new companion bridge to the west of the existing Brent Spence Bridge. Crews […]
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Boone County Planning Commission continues comprehensive plan process
In August and September, the Boone County Planning Commission conducted five meetings to gauge public thought regarding the comprehensive plan update. Now, the county is seeking input. A prime focus of the comprehensive plan is to flesh out goals and objectives that will be adopted by Boone County and the cities of Florence, Union and […]
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Southbank Shuttle begins winter service schedule
The Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky’s Southbank Shuttle is now operating at the winter service level. The shuttle’s winter hours, which span from November through March, are weekdays from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. and weekends from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. During special events such as Cincinnati Bengals games, the agency will continue to […]
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Project targets Hebron intersection traffic congestion
Boone County is receiving funds to help reduce traffic congestion at a busy intersection. The county received a $660,000 Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality grant award from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet to add turn lanes and improve movement at the intersection, Boone County Assistant County Administrator/County Engineer Rob Franxman said. The funds will be focused on the […]