A bill passed the House on Tuesday that could have ramifications for those seeking peace officer certification. House Bill 206 will prevent those who have certain misdemeanor offenses from getting certification, returning from inactive status, or revoking certification for those who get a misdemeanor while active. “House Bill 206 will prevent those with a history […]
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Newport High students’ artwork chosen for traveling exhibit
Two Newport High School students’ artwork was selected to appear in a traveling art exhibit on display at Newport High School. “Student Traveling Art Exhibit, A Matter of Perspective” features original artwork from students with disabilities across Kentucky. Ivan Tafolla and Lacyann Howard’s work will be on display as part of the exhibit until Feb. […]
Mother accused of abandoning son in Colerain to be extradited from Georgetown
This article was written by Felicia Jordan, digital content producer at WCPO 9 A woman accused of leaving her son alone on the side of a dark road in Colerain last week will face a new charge when she is extradited back to Ohio from Georgetown, Ky., where she was arrested. Heather Adkins, 32, originally faced one […]
The Kentucky Side with Michael Monks – Episode 2
In this episode of The Kentucky Side with Michael Monks, we learn about the rise in meth use and trafficking in Northern Kentucky. Kenton County Police Chief Spike Jones and Northern Kentucky Drug Strike Force Director Scott Hardcorn join us for that conversation. We visit the new Emergency Shelter of Northern Kentucky facility in Covington […]
New Emergency Shelter facility ‘what we can get done when we work together’
The Emergency Shelter of Northern Kentucky had its official opening Tuesday at 436 West 13th St. in Covington, commemorated by a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Those in attendance were advocates of the shelter, partners and members who all made the new state-of-the-art facility possible. The shelter began its operations back in 2008 in a building located on […]
Taylor Mill takes final step toward creating assistant police chief position
The city of Taylor Mill called a special meeting Monday at noon after their second ever caucus meeting to take the first step toward acquiring an assistant police chief. Lieutenant James Mills is in line for the promotion to assistant chief as soon as it is created. “James is a good multitasker,” said Police Chief […]
Local family sponsors college scholarships for students with outstanding track records in community service
Due to the rising cost of college tuition, some productive high school students who aspire to attend college or trade school may have been dissuaded due to financial barriers. More than half, or 56%, of college students say they can no longer afford their tuition, according to a survey by OneClass. Lloyd Memorial High School […]
Northern Kentucky district basketball results: Walton-Verona, Simon Kenton girls advance in 32nd semifinals
The survive and advance phrase more than applied to the Walton-Verona girls basketball team (14-13 overall) in the 32nd District semifinals. Walton-Verona found itself down 18-11 at halftime against the Grant County Lady Braves (11-17). But the host Bearcats came back in the second half to record a 48-44 win Monday. “I think we definitely […]
New audio technology helps Ludlow kids ‘want to read’
Fifth grade Ludlow teacher Chris Zimmerman said new audio technology recently added to a classroom has made kids who aren’t as engaged in lessons excited to learn. And not only that, it can help students with cochlear implants — in fact, the inventor of the system for audio enhancement had two brothers who were deaf, […]
Notre Dame Academy student wins prestigious caddying scholarship
There are 27 male and female caddies that have qualified for the Chick Evans Scholarship — 26 are from Ohio and one is from Kentucky. The lone Kentuckian recipient was Park Hills native Martine Hue. Hue is currently a senior at Notre Dame Academy and is a caddy for Kenwood Country Club in Cincinnati. She […]

