Letter to the Editor: Three women legislators express outrage over Sen. Seum’s ‘callous’ remarks to rape victim
We have come to the regrettable conclusion as legislators in the Kentucky House of Representatives that shocking, offensive and, yes,…
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Kyle Keeney: Our future economy depends on innovation; government should protect patents
As many Americans know, the presidential primary season is underway. Every day, we hear from the candidates as they lay…
Sen. Schickel: An update as deadline passes for introduction of new bills in the State Senate
The Kentucky General Assembly crossed another mile marker last week by reaching the deadline for the introduction of new bills…
Commentary: Fast-advancing, onerous education standards act puts the cart before the horse
By Rep. Derrick Graham Special to NKyTribune I hate to be trite by starting with the expression “cart before the…
Mike Denham: Final weeks of legislative session mirror college basketball’s March Madness
As college basketball fans prepare for the postseason, it’s worth pointing out that the final few weeks of a legislative…
Eli Capilouto: Investment in higher education means a brighter tomorrow for all of Kentucky
In the wake of the First World War, former University of Kentucky President Frank L. McVey believed that the university…
Dennis Keene: Update on what’s happening in the House, as work presses on alternative spending plan
As work on the House budget plan continued this week, the state’s chief judicial officer warned that the public’s access…
Addia Wuchner: Challenging budget work in legislature, a blueprint for governing in tough times
Last week our democracy mourned the loss of Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, a strong conservative jurist appointed by President…
Brad Woodhouse: Do your jobs, McConnell and Paul, fill Supreme Court vacancy, preserve Constitution
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and Republican presidential hopefuls have wasted no time politicizing the death of U.S. Supreme Court…
Northern Kentucky elected officials owe it to constituents to make a decision on needle exchange
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor It is time for Northern Kentucky to make a decision on a regional needle…
Mike Denham: Infrastructure, economic development measures highlight legislative week’s actions
The General Assembly debates dozens of bills each legislative session, but most fall under several broad categories: education, health and…
Dennis Keene: A legislative update on issues being considered in state House; examining the budget
Keeping our communities safe and increasing cooperation among law enforcement agencies was a key focus for us this week in…
Sen. Schickel offers legislative update, hosts Northern Kentucky leaders in Frankfort
By Sen. John Schickel Special to the NKyTribune Recently, many Northern Kentuckians took the time to visit me in Frankfort….
Letter to Editor: Pleased about Bevin’s recognition of threat to state employees’ pension plans, time for fix
As a Kentucky Retirement Systems stakeholder, I am gratified by Gov. Matt Bevin’s recognition of the existential threat to the…
Brent Cooper: ‘Norse up!’ and have some fun with a new NKU tradition — the 10-foot gjallarhorn
Most college athletics programs have a tradition that students and fans can rally around during sporting events. Think Ohio State’s…
John Schickel: Legislature tackles budget, prevailing wage on school construction projects, other issues
It was an honor to meet Boone County native, Brigadier General Stephen R. Hogan, the newly appointed Adjutant General for…
Marcus Carey: The Trump Phenomenon of ‘hope and change’ and why it will likely make him President
There are few of us who have successfully avoided exposure to the Republican presidential nomination contest. In my case I…
Lewis Donohew: Far right media separate the public from more legitimate sources of information
It was one of those conversations you hear between people who rely on Fox commentators or Rush Limbaugh, Glenn Beck,…
Commentary: ‘Secret middlemen’ between you and your medicine; commonsense legislation needed
By Rosemary Smith Special to NKyTribune It is a common practice with which we are all quite familiar. Your doctor…
Commentary: Kentucky students have a major stake in seeing state funding for education restored
By Elizabeth Ruwe Special to NKyTribune Kentucky students can no longer stand by as our schools are underfunded. We cannot…
Commentary: Outcomes-based funding model for post-secondary education is best for Ky and for NKU
By Brent Cooper and Greg Shumate Special to NKyTribune Imagine for a moment that you have a billion dollars to…
Commentary: Generous legislative pension system makes issue of term limits worth consideration
By Al Cross Special to NKyTribune Brent Yonts has dozens of plaid sportcoats. Most are pretty sharp; others not so…