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N Korean missiles can now strike Cincinnati/NKY
North Korea has just tested an intercontinental ballistic missile that appears capable of striking cities on the East Coast of the mainland US.
Driver of high speed chase near NKU charged
Two people were arrested after a high speed chase on the edge of Northern Kentucky University's campus Friday afternoon.
According to police, around noon Highland Heights officers were notified of a pursuit that started in Hamilton County.
Highland Heights
Creek water floods Pioneer Park once again
Pioneer Park was closed again yesterday because of high water. With all the rain, that's been happening a lot. This photo posted by Sarah Walters on July 6th is similar to the scene at the park on Friday.
Independence
Cincinnati Music Festival: Here's where to party
This year's Cincinnati Music Festival runs Thursday through Saturday at Paul Brown Stadium, and there are multiple related events before and after the concerts.
Downtown
Selling award winner honey for a long time
Tom Bays has been selling honey at the Independence Farmers' Market since it first opened in 2008.
"He is a retiree from Ford where he worked for 24 years. For the last 20 years Mr. Bays has been processing clover honey from his home in Independence," notes a Farmers' Market post on Facebook.
Independence
TV show puts Boone County murder back in spotlight
A Northern Kentucky murder case has been thrust back into the spotlight after some shocking new developments.
Boone County
Vikings' coach unplugs in Northern Kentucky
Dusk is descending on northern Kentucky but the bass are not biting and Mike Zimmer is annoyed.
He casts another line off his wooden dock into the modest lake centering his exurban Cincinnati farm, some 700 miles from Minnesota and the NFL’s industrial jaws.
Zing!
Man killed on interstate ramp was from Crescent Springs
Lian Cung Nung, 28, of Crescent Springs, was shot around 5:15 p.m. Tuesday on the Sixth Street ramp to the southbound lanes of I-75, police said.
Crescent Springs
Covington Fire Department Repairs Fire Boat
Project repairs were completed in-house by a crew of 20 Covington Company 1 firefighters, primarily those on second shift, saving the City thousands in tax dollars. The project was managed by Battalion Chief Seth Poston and Assistant Fire Chief Mark Pierce.
Covington
Scott High volleyball players work out in a sweltering gym
Kelly Franxman took a couple of minutes to grab a drink of water and wipe the sweat from her forehead Monday afternoon between drills and conditioning. A giant fan positioned just underneath one of the basketball goals inside the Scott High School gym offered only slight relief from the heat.
Taylor Mill
Grant to help out potential Kenton County homeowners
The Kentucky Housing Corporation just deemed Kenton County eligible for the "Hardest Hit Fund" grant ( likely because of the deteriorating financial status of Covington residents).
Kenton County
Health Department distributes free naloxone kits
The Health Department is offering free naloxone kits to the Northern Kentucky community through its county health centers.
The overdose reversal kits will be available at the following days, times and locations.
Northern Kentucky
Take the kids to see bison at Big Bone Lick
The bison is the largest of all North American land mammals. Great bison herds once roamed this area and provided food, clothing and shelter for the American Indians and pioneers.
Union
Covington prevert convicted of 11 offenses
A man was found guilty Thursday by a Kenton County jury on 11 sexual offenses, including four sexual offenses against minors under the age of 12.
Covington
Hillshire Farm to further expand meat processing plant in Campbell County
The Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority at its monthly meeting today approved tax incentives for expanding the existing operations of The Hillshire Brands Company in Alexandria, Ky.
Alexandria
Covington Fire Department Relocates Pumper No. 2 Temporarily
The Covington Fire Department is scheduled to begin structural renovations to its Company 2 fire station starting Saturday, July 29, 2017. The Company 2 fire station is located in West Covington at 1252 Parkway Avenue.
Covington
About 30 people participated in community bike ride
About 30 people participated in this week's Covington Community Bike Ride. The LovTheCov ride is a good beginner ride for anyone looking to gain confidence riding in the street. I think some of use who do the vast majority of commuting and running errands by bike.
Covington
Unemployment rates up in 96 Kentucky counties
Woodford County recorded the lowest jobless rate in the Commonwealth at 3.8 percent. It was followed by Shelby County, 4.2 percent; Oldham and Spencer counties, 4.3 percent each; Fayette County, 4.4 percent; Campbell, Monroe and Scott counties, 4.5 percent each; and Anderson, Boone and Jessamine counties, 4.6 percent each.
Kentucky
Former judge Nolan demands jury trial for speeding ticket
Former Campbell County judge and school board member Tim Nolan was back in court on Thursday.
The 70-year-old faces a raft of sex charges, but Thursday's hearing was about something else: A speeding ticket.
Campbell County
New Comfort Inn opens in Florence, y'all
On the outskirts of Cincinnati, this spacious all-suite hotel is the perfect spot for a relaxing and comfortable night away.
Florence
These two may be serial burglars in Campbell County
The Campbell County Police Department needs help locating two subjects who are suspected of committing 6-7 burglaries in Campbell County in less than one month.
Their MO is pretty typical: They knock on the door to check for vacancy (with an 'I'm lost, need directions' story ready if someone answers).
15 medical marijuana stores for SW Ohio
Southwest Ohio would get 15 medical marijuana dispensaries according to draft rules released Wednesday by the Ohio Board of Pharmacy.
Ohio
If you enjoy August eclipse, you'll really like 2024
While western Kentucky will have a total eclipse in August 2017, the NKY/Cincinnati region will have to settle for just a partial blockage of the sun's rays by the moon.
Kentucky
Lookout House fire destroyed a century of NKY history
A rich, colorful and century-old piece of Northern Kentucky history went up in thick black smoke and raging orange flames that destroyed the Lookout House Supper Club on Aug. 14, 1973.
Fort Wright
Police rescue woman in wheelchair from Ohio River
It happened under the bridge that leads to Newport.
On July 22, 2017, members of the Department rescued a disabled woman from the Ohio River after her wheelchair rolled down the boat ramp and into the river.
Riverfront
TV stations aren't interested in WEBN fireworks
Unless someone streams it on Facebook Live, you won't be able to watch the WEBN fireworks unless you're there.
If you want to see the 40th anniversary WEBN-FM fireworks, plan on seeing them in person.
Downtown
First Financial, MainSource banks to merge
First Financial Bancorp and MainSource Financial Group have announced the signing of a definitive merger agreement under which MainSource will merge into First Financial in a stock-for-stock transaction.
Metro
Bengals rebut Bob Costas’ halfway house for miscreants comment
At the Cincinnati Bengals’ annual pre-training camp luncheon it’s all supposed to be about hope and optimism and the tradition of serving mock turtle soup. On the eve of the franchise’s 50th anniversary season, however, Bob Costas had to go and spit on the food.
Bengals
Amazon's hiring event at three locations
Potential job seekers can apply for a role on-site at Amazon Jobs Day event in Hebron, Erlanger and Covington on August 2nd, speak to company representatives and receive an on-the-spot job offer:
Metro
Average homes in area still 1/4 less than national average
The typical U.S. home is worth over $200,000 for the first time ever, according to the June Zillow Real Estate Market Reports. The national median home value is now $200,400, up about 7 and a half percent since this time last year.
Metro
Golden Corral tried to stay open
without water
The northern Kentucky Health Department was forced to temporarily close the Fort Wright Golden Corral after the restaurant stayed open for hours without water.
The incident left some diners without an appetite.
Fort Wright
Boy comes under fire after kicking opposing player
Boy comes under fire after kicking opposing player at Cincinnati Reds game as a joke. (After umpire told him to do it.)
Reds
CVG Unveils Hands-Only CPR Kiosk
Each year, more than 350,000 cardiac arrests occur outside the hospital, and about 20 percent occur in public places such as airports.
Hebron
Delta Private Jets Appoints New President
Delta Private Jets has named Gary Hammes as President of the 30+ year operator in the private jet industry.
As President, Hammes will be responsible for both financial and operational performance, growing the Delta Private Jets brand and the seamless travel solution, and transforming the customer service platform .
Travel
Libraries offering free glasses to view the solar eclipse
In the metro Cincinnati area, only about 93% of the sun will be blacked out around 2:30 p.m. on August 21st.
The Boone County Public Library will also be handing out free solar eclipse glasses beginning at 12pm the day of the eclipse.
Northern Kentucky
Habitat for Humanity working to rehab Newport dream home
A Tri-State man spent a lifetime struggling to be independent because of polio.
Now he's getting help, through Habitat for Humanity.
The 1880 Italianate home in Newport Kentucky is getting some "TLC."
Newport KY
KYTC worker opens home to stranded Canadian family
Shaun Alspach, wife Leah and daughters Mackenzie and Olivia are moving from Calgary, Alberta, to Halifax, Nova Scotia. They packed all their belongings into their truck and 30-foot-travel trailer, then set out to see the United States.
Travel
Tensing and DuBose demonstrators meet on Purple People Bridge
On Monday, beginning at 6 p.m., a group billed as Tensing and police supporters were supposed to march across the Purple People pedestrian bridge that links Cincinnati and Newport, Kentucky.
Travel
Sex between prosecutor, cops could derail trials
In Boone County in May, it was interjected in sensational fashion in a case in which a judge vacated a life sentence in a notorious murder. The case prompted local officials to call for the resignation of elected Commonwealth's Attorney Linda Talley Smith.
Boone County
New Riff owner Ken Lewis found 'an elegant solution'
In bourbon and business, Ken Lewis doesn’t hesitate to work against the grain.
His New Riff distillery in Newport aims to make a name for itself with its rye whiskey blends, as opposed to corn, bourbon’s foundational grain.
Travel
Man arrested in Dayton KY for Northside stabbing
With assistance from the Fugitive Apprehension Unit, 42-year-old Terry Jones was located and arrested in Dayton, Kentucky, early Tuesday morning on murder charges in Brooks' death.
Travel
Delta, Frontier violate consumer protection rules
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) today fined Frontier Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta Air Lines for violating the Department’s airline consumer protections rules.
Travel
Menard's signals chain is ready to build Florence store
Delayed for several years, Menard's may begin construction of its Florence store next year.
Menard's has paused on new construction for years. Back in 2014, Anchor Properties said its Florence Heights retail development would include the chain.
Travel
Clocktower's namesake accused of groping man
The Kentucky Senate Democratic Caucus has called on Sen. Julian Carroll to resign amid reports that he propositioned and allegedly groped a man in 2005.
Kentucky
These changes on the bridge may be confusing
Phase 2 traffic pattern is in place for travelers, changing lanes will not be possible. Drivers need to plan ahead and know which lane to be in to reach their destinations before lane closures, notes the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet.
Covington
Backpacks and Breakfast event at Goebel Park on August 12th
Northern Kentucky Harvest's 17th Annual Backpacks and Breakfast event at Goebel Park will provide 850 backpacks filled with age-appropriate school supplies to local children in school in Boone, Campbell, and Kenton counties.
Covington
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