Greg Stumbo: Illegal drug epidemic plagues our state — and addiction is an ever-changing battlefield
When it comes to solving the big issues of the day, President Eisenhower had it right when he said, “If…
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Billy Reed: Author of SI article critical of Louisville athletics not showing professional accountability
I believe the vast majority of professional journalists will tell you that when a columnist accuses a person or institution…
John Roush: Keep presidential debates on college campuses, the perfect experience to teach civic participation
This commentary first appeared in the New York Times as part of its ‘Room for Debate’ series. Hosting presidential campaign…
Bill Straub: With no real political principles, Mitch McConnell is simply focused on one thing — winning
WASHINGTON – Ya gotta love Mitch McConnell. Really. The Senate Republican Leader from Louisville has for decades been one of…
Mike Denham: Kentucky seeing uptick in number of traffic fatalities — not a good trend
For nearly a decade now, Kentucky has made significant progress when it comes to reducing the number of traffic fatalities…
Tom Block: Is it Paul Ryan’s time? Can Ryan be an effective leader as Speaker of the House?
Is it Paul Ryan’s time? In my last column I wrote on the Republican conundrum of trying to put together…
Commentary: Student loan debt is avoidable, but only with the right information, assistance and plan
By Carl Rollins Special to NKyTribune As has been reported in recent articles, the amount of student loan debt nationwide…
Billy Reed: Untrue and unfair — SI’s report that UofL sports culture is ‘dangerous to women’
A few weeks ago, I introduced Tom Jurich at the first Women In Sports Heroes banquet sponsored by the Louisville…
Bill Straub: Despite Kentucky’s erratic political history, that Bevin is even close is incomprehensible
WASHINGTON – It was the venerated Sam Rayburn, a Texas Democrat who served as Speaker of the House for 17…
New director of state’s Legislative Research Commission weighs in on value of agency
By David Byerman Director, Legislative Research Commission Governor Steve Beshear has proclaimed this week as “Kentucky Public Service Recognition Week,”…
Bill Straub: Whiz-kid Thomas Massie just out of his element in Congress, is mainly good at whining
During its horrendous inaugural season in 1962, the New York Mets stumbled home with a 40-120 record, the worst in…
Mike Denham: Legislators pledge to take action because ‘Those who protect us deserve no less’
When it comes to keeping us safe, it can be easy to take for granted those who protect us –…
Ron Daley: Ready … or not? If we’re prepared, broadband can transform Appalachian Kentucky
Is your community ready for the great opportunities to grow the economy and improve the quality of life as broadband…
Visit to Philly for Papal Mass, frustrating, exhausting, emotional and uplifting for Boone County family
Adam and Annette Howard of Union, and two of their five children attended Mass celebrated by Pope Francis in Philadelphia…
Tom Block: Congressional Republicans face another conundrum – how to govern with deep divisions
The resignation of House Republican Speaker John Boehner is the most recent example of the conundrum facing Congressional Republicans –…
Constance Alexander: Pink is for girls, blue is for boys … or is it? The gender discussion continues
After a day of too many deadlines and not enough coffee, I was tempted to skip a campus event intriguingly…
Bill Straub: Boehner finally decides he’s had enough of the shrill voices that never subsided
House Speaker John Boehner, under heavy pressure from the Republican Party’s right wing for failing to sufficiently confront President Obama…
Bill Straub: Brokered convention is the only way Paul can end up anything other than a U..S. senator
Way back in 1934, the New York Giants baseball team (yes, children, the Jints used to play in the Polo…
Rep. Mike Denham: Celebrate the 43rd National Hunting and Fishing Day with a trip into nature
As a member of the Kentucky Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus, I am proud to join like-minded legislators from across the nation…
Brent Cooper: Take holistic approach to region’s education, count value of Diocese, Covington Latin
Pop quiz: What’s the 3rd largest school district in Northern Kentucky? The largest is Boone County (serving 20,000 kids), and…
Jaime McCauley: If a sex offender is allowed to stay on campus, how should a university protect victim?
On September 10, the Tribune reported on a protest against sexual violence held at Northern Kentucky University. The article included…
Commentary: KentuckyWired project brings reliable, high-speed internet to every county in the state
By Gov. Steve Beshear and Rep. Hal Rogers Special to NKyTribune Kentucky is embarking on one of the biggest infrastructure…