Commentary: Kentucky’s incoming governor has a mandate to restore voting rights, should take action
By Eliza Sweren-Becker and Sean Morales-Doyle Brennan Center for Justice On Election Day, voters in Kentucky made a strong…
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Wonda Winkler: We can advance racial equity in Kentucky by investing in pre-apprenticeship
One of our core values at Brighton Center is a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and racial equity. That core value…
Letter to the Editor: From a liver recipient thanks to the organ donor who gave her a second chance at life
A Letter from a Liver Recipient: Google defines organ donation as “The act of donating one’s organ to another person…
Bill Straub: Sen. Rand Paul cuddles up to Trumpism using the oldest, lamest excuse — everybody does it
Sen. Rand Paul appears to be joining other members of the flock in an exodus from the once-grand, old Republican…
Commentary: Horizon Community Accelerator is on a mission to end homelessness in Northern Kentucky
By Jordan Huizenga, Sharmili Reddy, and Mike Sipple, Jr. We’re the Horizon Community Accelerator, and we’re on a mission to…
Kyle Keeney: Developing new cures is expensive; take this into account when talking about drug prices
The cost of medicines we depend on for our health has been a major topic of public debate. Biopharmaceutical innovation…
Lauren and Rob Hudson: Positive messages for youth — overcome negative outside influences
Columns for families based on the book “It Can Be Done” @studentsleadusa None of us are islands unto ourselves, isolated…
Tom Fromme: Time for modernizing tax laws and for local option for a sales tax to help beleaguered cities
Kentucky cities are facing a financial crisis. By now, everyone should be aware that cities are experiencing rapid increases to…
Teresa Werner: Working toward a renewable energy future is one of 21st Century’s greatest opportunities
Working together towards a renewable energy future is one of the greatest economic opportunities of the 21st century Thank you…
Al Cross: For Andy Beshear, ‘I’m not Matt Bevin’ actually mattered; Bevin now knows words do too
What seemed like Andy Beshear’s unspoken campaign theme – “I’m not Matt Bevin” – turned out to be sufficient after…
Bill Straub: Looks like Bevin managed to step on his own tail, but don’t count Mitch McConnell out yet
It was during the Republican National Convention in Houston in 1992 and renowned columnist Molly Ivins was talking about Clayton…
Melissa Martin: When adults bully, kids suffer; it’s malicious — how can we create a world without it
Adult bullies can be found and seen everywhere. How can we create a world without this awful behavior? “Every day…
Sanders: Mill Springs Battlefield worthy of National Monument status; has positive impact on region
The Mill Springs battlefield recently hosted a national Civil War reenactment that drew thousands of reenactors and spectators to that…
Lauren and Rob Hudson: Positive messages for American’s youth – focus on achievement not envy
Columns for families based on the book “It Can Be Done” @studentsleadusa There will always be people in this world…
Steven Mintz: Are rude and crude the new norm, or will Americans bring back civility; here are some tips
Can we talk? Joan Rivers made that catchphrase popular decades ago, but in 2019 the answer to the late comedian’s…
Tom Elfers: Kentuckians deserve better; they deserve the Kentucky that Andy Beshear can deliver
Kentuckians deserve better. We deserve a Governor who respects the educators who care for our children and work tirelessly, day…
Al Cross: The values that drive voters will be the key as Kyians prepare to head to the polls Tuesday
Gov. Matt Bevin told The New York Times that Tuesday’s election won’t be close – that he will beat Attorney…
Judges-Executives: A case for voting for Gov. Matt Bevin on November 5
By Boone County Judge/Executive Gary Moore, Campbell County Judge/Executive Steve Pendery, and Kenton County Judge/Executive Kris Knochelmann We’re writing today…
Letter to the editor: Bill Butler objects to Bill Straub’s ‘low blow’ on segregation related to Bevin, Cameron
I strongly object to Bill Straub’s column today in the NKY Tribune and I suppose other Kentucky media outlets. To…
Bill Straub: Ah, the memories of George Wallace’s yesteryear revisit KY in Bevin, Cameron campaign
Return with us now, for a moment, to those thrilling days of yesteryear, when Alabama Gov. George Corley Wallace, whose…
Joe Meyer: Bevin support for tolls on Brent Spence Bridge disappointing to Northern Kentucky
As the Mayor of Northern Kentucky’s largest city, I feel compelled to speak out about Governor Bevin’s shocking endorsement of…
John Schickel: What do you think of increasing the gas tax and other matters? Remember to vote!
Fall is officially upon us, which means the end of the interim is quickly approaching. It is hard to believe…