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2 dead, 3 injured in Grant County highway crash

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On January 14, at 11:14 a.m., Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 6 received a call regarding a two-vehicle collision at 2935 Taft Highway in Grant County.

It was determined through the investigation that a 81-year-old female driver of a 2024 Toyota Rav 4 crossed left of center and struck a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado head-on.

The 81-year-old was pronounced deceased at the scene by the Grant County Coroner.

DHL expands cargo flights from CVG to Belgium, and back

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Kalitta Air is further expanding its footprint at Brussels Airport, having resumed cargo operations between Brussels and CVG on behalf of DHL Express earlier this week.

Procter and Gamble to redo beautiful gardens in front of downtown headquarters

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The work will happen in phases beginning in early 2026 and will include updates to the Gardens outside the Towers and Central buildings as well as modifications to the driveway outside of the Central Building. The project is expected to be completed in 2027.

Fourth Street Bridge closure in NKY raises concerns for local businesses

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Rick Landrum, owner of Ron's Food Mart, expressed his concerns about the closure's effect on his business.

On the first day of the closure, he noted a significant drop in business, saying, "It's off, fuel is off on a Monday, it's 90 percent off, it's like a holiday."

Allegiant will take over some Amazon cargo operations at CVG

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Allegiant Air is merging with Sun Country Airlines (actually, Allegiant is buying Sun Country). What happens to Sun Country's expansion plans at CVG?

Allegiant Air is set to take over Amazon Air cargo operations through its acquisition of Sun Country Airlines.

As part of the merger, Allegiant will absorb Sun Country's existing cargo business, which primarily consists of a multi-year contract with Amazon Prime Air.

This marks Allegiant's first major entry into the dedicated cargo market, a move intended to diversify its revenue and offset the seasonality of its leisure-focused passenger business.

CVG is poised to become one of the most critical locations in Allegiant Air's entire network. The airport will serve a dual role as both a primary Amazon Air cargo hub and a major passenger base.

The steady revenue from Amazon cargo will help offset the fluctuations of the passenger travel market, making the CVG base a high-priority asset for the airline's long-term stability.

Jeff Ruby failed to
pay workers

Jeff Ruby lives in Northern Kentucky

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Jeff Ruby Culinary Entertainment is settling a class-action lawsuit from former employees who say they were not paid tips they earned, according to our media partners at the Cincinnati Enquirer.

The Cincinnati-based luxury restaurant group will pay $1.55 million toward a settlement fund available to more than 700 servers, bartenders and server assistants, according to a mid-December filing in federal court in Nashville.

Braxton Brewery no longer involved with Travis Kelce's Garage Beer

Jason and Travis Kelce

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As of late 2025/early 2026, Braxton Brewing Company has little to no direct involvement with Garage Beer. While Braxton originally created and launched the brand, it has since spun off into a separate company, and Braxton's ownership stake was recently bought out.

NFL stars Jason and Travis Kelce are now significant owners and operators, along with brand marketer Andrew Sauer and investor Durational Capital Management.

Braxton Brewing previously held a minority ownership stake, but this was exited as part of a September 2025 investment deal.

Hotel Covington posted denial after rumor that ICE was there

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There was a rumor spreading on Saturday that ICE agents were staying overnight at Hotel Covington.

Which prompted the hotel to post a written denial. Hotel Covington wrote:
"We are not aware of any activity at Hotel Covington that would justify these statements. As always, we operate with a commitment to guest safety, professionalism, and respect for the broader community.

"We appreciate your trust and encourage anyone with direct questions to contact our leadership team."

The post on Facebook blocked comments.

The latest guilty pleas and sentencings in Kenton County

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The latest guilty pleas and sentencings in Kenton County, at the link.

Man shot near Latonia Terrace

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Covington Police Patrol units, Detectives, and the Evidence Collection Unit are actively investigating a shooting that occurred at Barb Cook Park near the intersection of Ashland Avenue and Madison Avenue.

Just after 6:00 p.m., officers were dispatched to the area of Madison and Indiana Avenue after receiving a report of a man saying he had been shot. Officers located the victim on Madison Avenue and immediately secured the scene.

The man was transported by ambulance to UC Medical Center with a gunshot wound to the abdomen.

No arrests at the time of this post. Investigators believe this was an isolated incident, and there is no ongoing threat to the public.

Driver flown to hospital after crash into Northern Kentucky creek

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A driver is expected to recover after flipping a vehicle into a creek in Burlington Thursday.

Burlington's Fire Protection District and Boone County deputies were called to Gunpowder Creek at the Camp Ernst Bridge for an overturned car in the water.

Historic Newport venue, cornerstone of local music scene hits market

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Originally built by Richard Southgate, a Kentucky state representative and one of Newport's founders, the mansion is believed to have been constructed in part by British prisoners captured during the War of 1812. Historical accounts say Abraham Lincoln visited the house in 1855, years before becoming president.

The building later became known as the Southgate House and has operated as a music venue since 1976. Over the decades, it has hosted a wide range of national and local acts across multiple genres.

Paste Magazine named it one of the top 40 music venues in the country in 2007.

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