NORTHERN KENTUCKY NEWS | NewsNKY.com NOTE: Headlines are deleted after two days Northern Kentucky FB > | BLOTTER > OLD PHOTOS > | NKY FOOD > | TOP HEADLINE Michigan served up Coneys years before Cincinnatians tasted it Detroit Coney Islands GO TO > BACKGROUND Michigan restaurants were serving Coneys in 1914, eight years before Empress Chili in Cincinnati first did it in 1922. Because Cincinnati and Michigan/Detroit chili dogs have Greek chili sauce, with a hot dog served on bun, it can't be a co-incidence. New $20M bakery in NKY to supply Wawa stores as it expands into Midwest GO TO > BACKGROUND While Wawa isn't among the top upscale gas stations for food according to USA Today, it does take their feeding business seriously. A new $20 million commercial bakery is set to open in Boone County, marking a significant step in Wawa's Midwest expansion. Lawsuit: Covington officer used unnecessary force GO TO > BACKGROUND A Covington officer who has worked for the department for nearly 14 years is facing a new lawsuit alleging he violated the constitutional rights of a man during a traffic stop in October. Overnight storms damage under-construction building on CVG Airport property GO TO > BACKGROUND Severe winds damaged a structure that was under construction at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG). Severe winds from a storm system passing through the Tri-State Wednesday caused damage to a structure under construction at CVG. Chase says Cincinnati is boring, making it a good place for football GO TO > BACKGROUND Cincinnati is boring and "that's good when it comes to football", Ja'Marr Chase says. "I like Cincinnati because it gives me the opportunity to come here and focus. I'm not distracted out here, not too many things to get me off pace out here," he told reporters when asked about his reason for staying. Man injured in shooting at Covington gas station; suspect gets away GO TO > BACKGROUND A man was hospitalized Monday evening after a shooting at a Covington gas station, Covington police Lt. Justin Bradbury posted on social media. Bradbury said officers responded to St. Elizabeth's Covington just before 5:30 p.m. for a man with a gunshot wound that was dropped off by a third party. Officers learned that the man was shot at a Marathon Gas Station at the intersection of Pike and Main streets. Bank robber arrested as she exited the building GO TO > BACKGROUND Covington Police Detectives are investigating a bank robbery that happened at PNC Bank in Covington. At around 10:26 a.m., officers were called to PNC Bank at 404 Madison Avenue for a report of a holdup alarm. Officers, following procedure, surrounded the bank and identified a possible suspect exiting and she was immediately taken into custody. Detectives have charged Natasha Pacheco Camacho (photo), 39, of Covington with Robbery 2nd Degree. She will be lodged in Kenton Co. Detention Center shortly. Chase's deal is 4 years, $161M; Higgins lands at $115M over 4 seasons GO TO > BACKGROUND Chase's deal is for four years and $161 million and will make him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history, according to NFL Network. Higgins will sign for four years and $115 million, per the report. State Dems, GOP express deep concern about Trump tariffs GO TO > BACKGROUND Mitch McConnell, the former Republican Senate leader, said millions of American jobs, including thousands tied to bourbon production and auto manufacturing in Kentucky, depend on policies that preserve free and fair trade. Early reviews say Dolly's better than recent Frisch's fare GO TO > BACKGROUND Said one review: "Against all odds, it seems a favorite restaurant has come back to life." Judge: Racist Fort Mitchell student must stay in jail GO TO > BACKGROUND Sophia Rosing, the former college student from Fort Mitchell who was convicted in connection with the racial attack of a Black student in November 2022, will serve the remainder of her sentence. In February, Rosing's defense requested that her one-year prison sentence be suspended and that she be released on parole. Big Boy mascot displaced by a girl named Dolly GO TO > BACKGROUND The iconic Big Boy mascot has been upstaged, at least temporarily, by a girl. Dolly, who has been featured as Big Boy's friend in the "Adventures of Big Boy" comic books and other advertising since the 1950s, on Monday was gracing the Warren, Michigan-based restaurant chain's website in Big Boy's stead. The Dolly mascot is holding the restaurant's new "Dolly Chicken Sandwich," not the famous double-decker hamburger held by the Big Boy statue outside the chain's restaurants. (In southwest Ohio, Dolly is also acting as a stand-in for Big Boy until legal action by New Frisch is resolved.) All of which leads us to suspect this is a clever marketing gimmick as Big Boy joins the chicken sandwich war, famously fought between Popeyes and Chick-fil-A. Indeed. Frank Alessandrini, director of training for Big Boy, said the company intention is to make Dolly the "star" of it new chicken sandwich just "as Big Boy was the star of his double decker sandwich." 2 arrested after brazen mid-afternoon shootout in NKY GO TO > BACKGROUND Police say that two men have been arrested after allegedly exchanging gunfire in Newport. The Newport Police Department says units responded to a report of gunfire around 5:30 p.m. Wednesday near the intersection of Patterson and Thornton streets. Massie has 'no f**ks to give' after Trump threatens him GO TO > BACKGROUND The 54-year-old former robotics engineer brushed aside that precise threat from Trump Monday night, even with the president vowing to "lead the charge" against him after Massie made clear that he would not vote for the Trump-blessed spending bill pushed by House Republican leaders. Big Boy brand to 'open 55 restaurants' in region before June GO TO > BACKGROUND On Friday, a judge granted a temporary restraining order barring Michigan-based Big Boy from using the 'Big Boy' name at former Frisch's restaurants. This week, Big Boy appeared to shift gears, opening two locations under the name of Dolly's Burgers and Shakes instead. Dolly was the name of Big Boy's girlfriend in promotional comic books produced by the chain. Disgusted and baffled after 'crazy gross rain' hits region GO TO > BACKGROUND Millions discovered their homes and vehicles covered in a mysterious residue over the weekend. Feral pigs spreading into area, and they're dangerous GO TO > BACKGROUND Feral swine pose significant dangers, spreading diseases to humans, livestock, and wildlife, while also causing extensive damage to ecosystems, agriculture, and property. They're spreading in this area, particularly west of the Licking River. Also: Perfect' Feral Pigs Are Casually Destroying the Country. No One Can Stop Them. Adult feral swine weigh between 75 and 250 pounds on average, but some can get twice as large. This invasive species can reach 3 feet in height and 5 feet in length. Males (boars) are larger than females (sows). Feral swine are muscular and strong, and can run up to 30 miles per hour. Risks posed by feral swine to people include attacks on individuals or collisions with vehicles and aircraft. Feral swine have been aggressive towards and even attacked farmers, golfers, hikers, and picnickers. Aggression can be increased when they associate people with food because of handouts and improper waste disposal. 'Pub subs' have a cult following. What makes them so great? GO TO > BACKGROUND What makes the Publix sub stand out from the crowd is its freshness, customizability, and flavor. The sub rolls are baked fresh daily in the Publix bakery. The chicken tenders are hand-breaded. The deli meat is perfectly sliced, and if you're feeling fancy, you can even load up your sub with Boar's Head meat and cheese. Pub subs are just on another level from most sad grocery store sandwiches. New CEO of Kroger has footprints all over Northern Kentucky GO TO > BACKGROUND New CEO of Kroger, Ron Sargent, has footprints all over Northern Kentucky. Sargent, 55, was born in Fort Thomas and eventually attended Covington Holmes High School where he graduated. As the head of a major national company, that likely makes him the most prominent graduate at Holmes. Sargent went onto Harvard University after graduating in 1973. Sargent became the CEO of Staples in 2001 after the office company's founder stepped aside. Sargent started his career in 1979, stocking shelves and operating the cash register at Kroger Co. He is also chairman of the board of directors of the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation. No gaga for Wawa. Doesn't make list of top gas stations QuikTrip (photo) is one of four upscale gas station chains entering the Greater Cincinnati area. GO TO > BACKGROUND While Enquirer and the Cincinnati TV stations may love Wawa, that's misleading in a survey by USA Today. Wawa, the upscale gas station with good food, didn't make the list. Three chains did make the rankings, that being TravelCenters of America, QuikTrip and RaceTrac, the latter two just entering the area. (Buc-ees, of course, did make the list.) There are Travel Centers in Florence and Walton. QuikTrip (QT) is ranked Number 9 while TravelCenters of America is Number 8. RaceTrac is Number 5. And that's it for upscale gas stations entering the Greater Cincinnati market. No Wawa, no Sheetz on the list. River Metals ending operations in Newport, relocating to Cincinnati GO TO > BACKGROUND As part of a lengthy court battle, River Metals Recycling is soon expected to end its metal shredding operations in Newport where residents have long complained of loud explosions coming from the company's facility. Campbell County District Judge Cameron Blau signed an order last week stating River Metals must end regular shredding at its Licking Pike plant by March 31. The company expects to cease shredding in Newport and transition those operations to a new facility in Cincinnati before the March deadline. Third upscale gas station chain to enter the area GO TO > BACKGROUND Not just Wawa and Sheetz entering the Greater Cincinnati market. RaceTrac is coming, too. RaceTrac is an American corporation that operates a chain of gasoline service stations, mostly across the southern United States. In 2023, the upscale gas station chain announced plans to enter the Ohio market and have been building locations ever since. They're getting closer to Greater Cincinnati. (And don't worry Northern Kentucky, you're included. It already has places in the state.) Currently, a location is being built in Beavercreek which is southeast of Dayton OH. Most RaceTrac locations feature 20 to 24 fueling positions and a 5000+ square foot convenience store offering more than 4,000 items. In January 2012, RaceTrac introduced its new 6,000 square foot store design, which features Swirl World frozen yogurt, free Wi-Fi internet and indoor and outdoor seating. Breakfast items like sausage and egg biscuits, high quality pizza baked fresh in-store, sandwiches and salads. No specific locations have been announced for the area, but it will be here soon. Big Boy brand wants to reopen 28 Frisch's locations; tartar sauce available if asked GO TO > BACKGROUND An article in the Friday edition of Enquirer says Michigan-based Big Boy wants to reopen 28 former Frisch's locations and more later. Click to go to top of page Click to go to top of page NORTHERN KENTUCKY NEWS is updated daily with news, information and key events in area. Northern Kentucky or NKY (for short) is part of the Cincinnati metropolitan area. Your input about NewsNKY.com is welcome. This site does not collect any data although advertisers may do so. Northern Kentucky. Northern Kentucky News. Northern Kentucky Headlines. Joe Burrow | Larry Flynt | Winter Storm Warning | Tom Cruise | indexfeb18-2022 | Amazon Air | Shannon Gilday