The Taylor Mill Police Department is asking residents and businesses to contact them about packages they received on Saturday as part of an active investigation. In a post on Facebook, Col. James E. Mills Jr., the Chief of Police, asked that residents and businesses in Taylor Mill who received scheduled or unscheduled package deliveries between […]
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Jude Hehman appointed as Kenton County Sheriff in 2026
What you need to know The Kenton County Fiscal Court announced Monday that Jude Hehman would be appointed as Kenton County Sheriff in 2026, effective Jan. 1. The announcement comes on the heels of current Sheriff Charles “Chuck” Korzenborn’s announcement earlier this month that he would retire at the end of the year. Korzenborn openly […]
Bellevue Police catch the Grinch, save Christmas!
The Grinch has been caught! Bellevue Police successfully thwarted the Grinch’s attempt to steal Christmas last Friday, Dec. 5 as the Grinch attempted to sneak through Bellevue. A patrolman spotted the Grinch just after 2:15 p.m. The Grinch attempted to flee, but the officer gave chase, deploying his taser and inducing the Grinch to surrender. […]
Dayton schools gain access to Gil Lynn Park cameras amid vandalism concerns
For many years, Gil Lynn Park has been used by students from Dayton High School and Lincoln Elementary. In the wake of multiple instances of vandalism involving the park grounds and bathrooms, however, local residents have become increasingly concerned about the well-being of the much-loved public space. “This is our property at Gil Lynn Park, […]
NKY billboards ask for release of Epstein files
The anti-trafficking group World Without Exploitation has taken out several billboards in the Northern Kentucky region admonishing leaders to release the Epstein files. The move comes amid a broader national push from the group to release files (U.S. Department of Justice documents related to the late sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein), as well as the impending […]
Charges dismissed against CityBeat journalist arrested on Roebling
Misdemeanor charges against Madeline Fening were dismissed on Wednesday, according to court documents, after she admitted the police had probable cause to arrest her. Fening, an investigative reporter with Cincinnati CityBeat who was arrested during a chaotic clash with police on the Roebling Bridge in July, had a trial scheduled for January. Kenton County prosecutors […]
Report details reasons for Covington police officer’s suspension
What you need to know Last week, Covington Police Chief Justin Wietholter addressed the Covington Board of Commissioners to inform them that officer Zachary Stayton, filmed repeatedly punching a protester during a chaotic encounter with demonstrators on the Roebling Bridge in July, would be placed on a 30-day unpaid suspension. The address was short, both […]
Man arrested in Union amid drug, firearms trafficking investigation
Authorities arrested a man while executing a search warrant in Union Tuesday, according to the Boone County Sheriff’s Office. The search warrant was part of an investigation into drug and firearms trafficking, and after the man’s arrest, the sheriff’s office and SWAT team stayed on scene for several hours searching for more evidence. “Deputies made […]
Independence to consider enforcement methods for nuisance parking
What you need to know Following the testimony of an Independence resident Monday night, Independence City Council agreed to work with police to consider enforcement of parking issues throughout the city. The resident, Dan Burgey, is a volunteer with the Independence Citizens’ Police Academy alumni association and a member of the homeowners association maintenance committee […]
Charges against former Ludlow council member dismissed
The Kenton County District Court dismissed charges against former Ludlow Council Member Lori Davenport, who was arrested at a contentious council meeting in August, on Monday. Davenport was arrested following a round of expletive-laden invective at the dais during the meeting, which focused on whether the city should settle a potential lawsuit with City Administrator […]

