Sen. Raque Adams: Vaping, a trend among nation’s youths, is really a public health epidemic
If you’re a mom like me, you’re likely alarmed over the recent spike in vaping among teens. Unfortunately, vaping has…
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Al Cross: Now that the governor’s race is down to a grudge match, expect a scorched-earth campaign
Kentucky voters delivered two mild surprises in Tuesday’s primaries for governor: Rocky Adkins ran a strong second to Democratic Attorney…
Bill Straub: Bevin didn’t get a landslide, but don’t count him out; Beshear faces uphill battle
Landslide Matt Bevin, the incumbent, didn’t exactly set the world on fire in Tuesday’s Republican gubernatorial primary, garnering just 52…
Dr. Paula Grisanti: Curing today’s incurable diseases begins in the classroom — by middle school
Earlier this month, for the first time in the history of space travel, a marshmallow “astronaut” named Marvin traveled to…
Richard Nelson: Tomorrow is primary election day in Kentucky; can we defy the low turnout prediction?
Kentucky’s primary election is Tuesday and if voter participation in 2015 is any indication, the turnout will be in the…
Al Cross: The primary looms and so do choices; voters may be asking, ‘Who am I most tired of?’
The race for governor of Kentucky is occasionally a harbinger of the contest that begins or ends the four-year election…
Bill Straub: With King Coal’s reign about over in the Commonwealth (and elsewhere) it’s on to natural gas
To paraphrase that great American intellectual, Sarah Palin, how is that beautiful, clean coal stuff working out for ya? Well,…
Rep. Meade: Legislature keeps momentum in commitment to overhaul foster, kinship care
Recently, I read an article in the Frankfort State-Journal about a young man, Cameron Galloway. Cameron has lived most of…
Jeff Rubin: A Mother’s Day story to say ‘have a happy one’ to all Moms as we learn to appreciate wisdom
I always felt loved by my mom. I never doubted it for a minute. Her wisdom, on the other hand,…
Al Cross: Primary candidates trying to attract voters with largely irrelevant, misleading arguments
If you’re one of the relatively few Kentuckians who will vote in the May 21 primary for statewide constitutional offices,…
Bill Straub: In rear-guard action, McConnell declares ‘case closed,’ when plenty of questions remain
Senate Republican Leader Mitch “Root-‘n-Branch’’ McConnell took to the chamber floor this week and did everything but croon the lyrics…
Mark Hansel: Stewards’ decision to disqualify Maximum Security from KY Derby win was warranted
The stewards in the Kentucky Derby made the right decision in taking down Maximum Security, based on the rules governing…
Letter to Editor: Betty Pendergrass says Rocky Adkins for Governor due to ‘outstanding leadership’
Letter to the Editor, I strongly support Rocky Adkins for Governor because of his outstanding leadership for 32 years in…
Elizabeth Caywood: New service array gives relative caregivers more options; improves outcomes for kids
Across the Commonwealth, relatives and fictive kin are unsung heroes of our Kentucky Department for Community Based Services child welfare…
Tom Wiedemann: AAA asks motorists to put down phone while behind the wheel; avoid ‘intextication’
AAA has launched a far-reaching safety campaign in Kentucky and other states to advocate for you as a driver and passenger. Our…
Alex Grayson: Disney meet Shakespeare — romance, rebellion, action, intrigue and great storytelling
Disney has recently been on a live action movie kick, with The Lion King being the next upcoming release. The…
Bill Straub: There’s Trump and his ‘Mini-Me’ Bevin — but one of them benefits from distance
WASHINGTON – Unlike Superman and Clark Kent, President Trump (good golly!) and Kentucky Gov. Matt “Yosemite Sam’’ Bevin have been…
PEN America: We are celebrating World Press Freedom Day around country because threats are real
From Cincinnati to Austin and Atlanta to Denver, PEN America is collaborating with partners nationwide in activities to celebrate World…
Al Cross: Welcome, Derby visitors to Kentucky; here’s a brief introduction to our political landscape
Welcome, Derby visitors! This column continues our longstanding tradition of giving folks who are in Kentucky for the big race,…
Dr. Steve Hamilton: Flying Pig approaches; not everyone is a pig so take a deep breath . . .
As the Cincinnati Flying Pig fast approaches, many of us might fancy ourselves “pigs” – running the marathon, this weekend….
Constance Alexander: Forget your password — and then try to remember, if you can, your favorite teacher
You know the routine. You forgot your password, and you didn’t write it down because you were sure you’d never…
Letter to Editor: Schalck Family says Strep infection caused death of Lilliana, a Highlands cheerleader
We would first like to express our utmost appreciation for the outpouring of love and support from her friends, teachers,…