The planet is becoming unlivable. How long will politicians be able to ignore this?
This truly is a climate emergency, and every day that goes by without significant action further endangers the future of almost all life on Earth, including us.
Analysis
Articles that dig into an issue, policy, or story, and present relevant research and insights.
‘Climate change’ is becoming ‘climate crisis.’ And Kentucky isn’t ready.
It’s time for our state to move from responding to preparing.
Workers at Kentucky’s largest employer could soon be on strike. Here’s what it means.
The strike deadline is July 31. Jason Bailey of KY Policy lays out the stakes, not only for UPS workers but for all of Kentucky.
Anti-LGBTQ laws in the US are getting struck down for limiting free speech of drag queens and doctors
Many of the rulings striking down these laws rely on the First Amendment’s protection of free speech.
Choosing to fail at open government: the Louisville mayor
In the most recent test of his stated commitment to open government, Louisville Mayor Greenberg is failing.
Large majority of voters say business owners should not be able to deny services based on personal beliefs
A hypothetical case resulted in real-life impacts. And voters don’t like it.
The hottest day in 125,000 years: Record heat around the world is scaring scientists.
On July 3rd, the Earth’s average temperature was the hottest in over 100,000 years. Then Tuesday was hotter.
Using the 14th Amendment to enforce discrimination
“What the right wants is a complete reversal of civil rights legislation going back many years. This has been in the works for a long time.”
KY, TN judges debunk anti-trans arguments and block bans: the stunning opinions
Two judges, within hours of one another, blocked gender affirming care bans in stunning opinions. They thoroughly debunk anti-trans talking points in doing so.
Supreme Court axes affirmative action
“With let-them-eat-cake obliviousness, today, the majority pulls the ripcord and announces ‘colorblindness for all’ by legal fiat.”
KKK flyers appearing across Kentucky
This hate group is still active in our state, and their activity has recently increased.
Americans in former Confederate states more likely to say violent protest against government is justified
Even though the overall percentage of citizens who say political violence is small, the support for it is slightly higher in the South.
Eastern Kentucky as climate-change refuge?
Researchers found that the region could see a wave of climate-related migration. Early findings point to the need for robust infrastructure investments to support potentially growing population.
Sun and wind power surpass coal
It's a first for the two renewables combined without adding hydropower
Taking stock: How climate change is affecting Kentucky
The lines in the infographic demonstrate how Kentucky has warmed over time. Here’s a look at how climate change is impacting Kentucky and what the future looks like if humans continue to rely on fossil fuels.
Cameron’s loss in court should be a cautionary tale for future AGs
The Oldham County Circuit Court’s June 13 open meetings opinion should serve as a cautionary tale for the next Attorney General.
