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NKY Health Dept. offers free naloxone, training in response to Boone County overdose alert
The Northern Kentucky Health Department is distributing free naloxone spray as well as other harm-reduction supplies and offering free training on Friday, July 5 from 2 to 4 p.m. in response to the recently issued overdose alert in Boone County. The alert was issued earlier this week after 17 nonfatal...
Boone County approves commercial development near Richwood Road
The Boone County Planning Commission approved a concept development plan and several variances that will pave the way for a new commercial development near Richwood Road. The request was made on behalf of Richwood Development LLC, a holding company owned by Boone County resident Milanben Patel, to allow for the development of an approximately 28,000-square-foot commercial complex with five buildings. The vote took place at a regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, July 3.
Hebron development gains approval for zone change
The Boone County Planning Commission approved a zone change that encompasses portions of three properties, eventually making way for the proposed The Shoppes at Hebron Pointe development. The vote took place at a regularly scheduled planning commission meeting on Wednesday, July 3. Pending final approval from the Boone County Fiscal...
Popular prescription drug Ozempic seized by Cincinnati CBP
Many people know Ozempic for its prescribed use in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. Over the last few years, the medication has grown in popularity for alternative means of weight loss with incredible results. Ozempic is Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. U.S....
Free music and beer festival, Paradise at the Point, returns to Cincinnati
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - Paradise at the Point, a music and beer festival in Sawyer's Point, is coming back to Cincinnati. The festivities will begin at 4 p.m. on Friday and at 1 p.m. on Saturday. In addition to food and a smattering of beer options from a variety of local...
Tri-State families adjust firework plans amid higher prices, still celebrating 4th of July
COVINGTON, Ky. (WKRC) - Lit Fireworks has been operating in Covington for several years, and it draws in people from both sides of the river because it's so convenient. Despite the rain on Thursday, there was a steady stream of people looking to make the most of the 4th of July.
Highway that connects several NKY cities reopens after 5-year closure
Mary Ingles Highway, also called Kentucky 6335, a riverside highway in Campbell County that connects Bellevue, Dayton and Silver Grove to Fort Thomas, reopened on Wednesday, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet announced. The reopening comes after a 2019 landslide caused the state to shut down the damaged roadway, according to a...
Madisonville man forced out of house due to storm damage
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - A Madisonville man was forced out of his home on Friday after a lightning strike sent a tree falling into his house. Kenneth Laibson said his house was probably the only one in the neighborhood to suffer damage from an early morning storm. “I’ve lived here 11...
Cincinnati dispensaries prepare for recreational cannabis sales; Kentucky customers beware
Within the next week or so, medical marijuana dispensaries located in the Greater Cincinnati area are expected to receive clearance to begin selling cannabis to recreational customers. Several medical dispensaries have already been granted provisional licenses by the state. All that remains is for a state inspector to give the...
4th of July in NKY: all the local events happening today
It’s Independence Day, and cities around Northern Kentucky are poised to celebrate with runs, parades, and concerts. Here is a list of what’s happening today and where:. Edgewood 4th of July Extravaganza — 550 Freedom Park Drive, Edgewood. Annual 5K race steps off at 7:30 a.m. 4th...
Red, White, and Blue Ash: Rainy conditions not stopping Cincinnati from celebrating Fourth of July
BLUE ASH, Ohio — As storms rolled through Cincinnati Thursday, you'd think that would stop people from celebrating their Fourth of July outside. The rain didn't stop the thousands at the annual "Red, White, and Blue Ash" celebration. Robert Eustice got out to Summit Park early Thursday morning. "We...
Fort Mitchell donates funds to fix shelter roofs at DCCH
At its June 24 city council meeting, Fort Mitchell city government donated $5,898 to DCCH Center for Children and Families to fix a shelter roof on their festival grounds. Police Chief Rob Nader presented Denise Govan, president & CEO of DCCH Center with the donation check. The DCCH Center recently...
2 sisters, ages 12 and 7, raise $20,000 so veterans can experience Honor Flight
CINCINNATI (WXIX/Gray News) - Two sisters from Harrison, Ohio, are being praised after they raised more than $20,000 for veterans to take part in Honor Flight. Tessa Ziegler, 12, and Raya Ziegler, 7, said this is their way of thanking veterans. “We went to an Honor Flight when Raya was...
Newport unveils banners lining streets to honor 'Hometown Heroes' on Independence Day
NEWPORT, Ky. — The city of Newport celebrated Independence Day by unveiling banners honoring active duty service members and veterans with ties to the city. Those banners now line city streets. The day began with a packed house at Newport City Hall. Family members of military veterans and many...
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