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Kentucky’s COVID hospitalizations at lowest level since December
Kentucky recorded 2,756 newly confirmed cases of COVID-19 Friday and 36 deaths.
By
Brian Planalp
Published January 22, 2021 at 5:52 PM
How is Kentucky faring against COVID-19? Why it’s hard to say right now
Tuesday the state recorded 3,052 newly confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 22 new virus-related deaths.
By
Brian Planalp
Published January 12, 2021 at 3:37 PM
‘We are in a dangerous place:’ Kentucky records 10k new COVID-19 cases in 48 hours
The rolling seven-day positivity rate is 11.9 percent, its highest level since May.
By
Brian Planalp
Published January 7, 2021 at 7:05 PM
Gov. Beshear, First Lady read mean tweets in hilarious year-end video
The results are *chef’s kiss* spectacular.
By
Brian Planalp
Published December 31, 2020 at 11:01 PM
Criminal charge dropped against NKY cafe owner who flouted indoor dining ban
The restaurant's owner refused to stop indoor dining despite a statewide ban intended to halt the spread of COVID-19.
By
Brian Planalp
Published December 23, 2020 at 5:24 PM
License reinstated to NKY restaurant that defied governor’s pandemic order, lawyer says
Beans Cafe & Bakery refused to comply with Kentucky's recent ban on indoor dining.
By
Brian Planalp and
Jennifer Edwards Baker
Published December 22, 2020 at 10:33 AM
COVID cases, hospitalizations continue decline in Kentucky after ‘system shock’
The governor is expected to speak at 4 p.m.
By
Brian Planalp
Published December 21, 2020 at 3:36 PM
New COVID-19 orders mark point of departure for Beshear, DeWine
The governors had been acting in lockstep. As of last week, that is no longer the case.
By
Brian Planalp
Published November 20, 2020 at 11:46 PM
Officials close Ohio River to water traffic
The fallout from Wednesday’s fiery crash on the Brent Spence Bridge continues.
By
Brian Planalp
Published November 13, 2020 at 10:45 PM
Arrest in hit-skip crash that killed prominent Cincinnati attorney
Brandon Marksberry, 22, of Columbia Tusculum is scheduled to go to court at 9 a.m. Thursday
By
Brian Planalp and
Jennifer Edwards Baker
Published November 12, 2020 at 3:42 AM
Agreement reached in case against developers of Beverly Hills Supper Club site
The news comes weeks after a court order halted construction in a pivotal area of the site, which is slated to become a $65 million, 77-acre mixed-use development.
By
Brian Planalp
Published November 10, 2020 at 5:41 PM
Rare baby rhino is Cincinnati Zoo’s newest sensation
Ajani Joe is one of just 5,000 Eastern black rhinos left in the world. He also happens to be adorable!
By
Brian Planalp
Published October 14, 2020 at 9:54 PM
31 Kentucky counties in COVID ‘red zone,' according to White House report
The state averaged 901 cases per day through the first 12 days of October.
By
Brian Planalp
Published October 13, 2020 at 3:45 PM
Kentucky governor criticizes president, GOP for backing off new stimulus package
"It’s them saying they’re not going to do their job because of politics"
By
Brian Planalp
Published October 6, 2020 at 3:44 PM
Motions to dismiss denied in Sandmann suits against media companies
The dismissal motions were denied Thursday against The New York Times, Rolling Stone, ABC and CBS.
By
Brian Planalp
Published October 1, 2020 at 7:14 PM
Reds secure first playoff berth since 2013 with win over Twins
Next up? Red October.
By
Brian Planalp
Published September 25, 2020 at 11:49 PM
School board member resigns (twice) after saying police ‘should have shot’ students
The ordeal traces back to an incident that took place in Lakota West High School's parking lot in late August.
By
Brian Planalp
Published September 11, 2020 at 8:50 PM
Kentucky begins accepting applications to help renters, landlords
The Healthy at Home Eviction Relief Fund aims to keep renters in their homes and landlords paid across the commonwealth.
By
Brian Planalp
Published September 8, 2020 at 3:38 PM
Kentucky congressman praises teen charged in Kenosha shootings: ’He didn’t empty a magazine’
Asked what he thought of the video showing Jacob Blake being shot by police, Massie said he lacked awareness of the situation.
By
Brian Planalp
Published September 3, 2020 at 6:04 PM
Reds suspend Brennaman after ‘horrific’ on-air remark
The team says it has a "zero-tolerance" policy for discrimination.
By
Brian Planalp
Published August 20, 2020 at 5:52 AM
9-year-old Tri-State girl expected to die from unknown condition
The girl tested positive for coronavirus in May.
By
Mike Schell and
Brian Planalp
Published August 12, 2020 at 3:34 PM
Gov. DeWine tests negative for COVID-19 on second, different test
First Lady Fran DeWine and other members of DeWine’s staff have also tested negative.
By
Brian Planalp
Published August 6, 2020 at 11:23 PM
School start dates could be pushed back if virus continues to worsen in Kentucky
The state's positivity rate is above 5 percent for the first time in months.
By
Brian Planalp
Published July 24, 2020 at 6:17 PM
Kroger to require all customers wear masks in stores nationwide
Beginning July 22, if you're inside a Kroger location, you've got to be wearing a mask.
By
Brian Planalp
Published July 15, 2020 at 4:29 PM
Ky. appeals court rejects Beshear’s fast-track bid to reverse restraining orders
The governor used an 'extraordinary' approach to reverse the rulings, and the appellate court didn't buy it.
By
Brian Planalp
Published July 13, 2020 at 7:46 PM
Robert E. Lee monument vandalized in Warren County
Police are asking for help finding the suspect.
By
Brian Planalp
Published June 29, 2020 at 4:22 PM
In guidance for Kentucky school districts, mask ‘requirements’ create uncertainty
Mask use has been a major concern among district superintendents, particularly students who refuse to wear one.
By
Brian Planalp
Published June 25, 2020 at 5:26 PM
9 Kentuckians return from Myrtle Beach with virus, Beshear warns against traveling to ‘hot spots’
The governor also reported "some disturbing numbers" of COVID-19 cases in NKY.
By
Brian Planalp
Published June 24, 2020 at 5:59 PM
Protesters burn American flag, spray paint outside convention center after budget hearing goes awry
The fires were put out quickly, but protesters stayed several hours
By
Brian Planalp and
Lauren Minor
Published June 19, 2020 at 6:50 AM
Kentucky beating benchmarks on COVID testing even as cases increase
At least 3,303 Kentuckians have recovered from the virus.
By
Brian Planalp
Published June 4, 2020 at 5:09 PM
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