Thursday, March 6 2014 5:29 PM EST2014-03-06 22:29:56 GMT
By Stephanie Mayfield, M.D., Commissioner of the Department for Public HealthLOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - The single largest negative impact on our collective health today is tobacco smoke exposure, of whichMore >>
The single largest negative impact on our collective health today is tobacco smoke exposure, of which Kentucky leads the nation.More >>
Tuesday, March 4 2014 5:15 PM EST2014-03-04 22:15:10 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President & General ManagerLOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - The next generation of learning in Jefferson County Public Schools will focus on making learning relevant for students, andMore >>
The next generation of learning in Jefferson County Public Schools will focus on making learning relevant for students, and closing the skills gap between what students are learning and what employers need them to learn.More >>
Thursday, February 27 2014 5:48 PM EST2014-02-27 22:48:06 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi - email WAVE 3 News Vice President and General Manager LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Congratulations to the 150 students at Simmons College in Louisville. They now attend a nationally accreditedMore >>
Congratulations to the 150 students at Simmons College in Louisville. They now attend a nationally accredited college, and with it will come opportunities to enjoy greatly expanded resources.More >>
Thursday, February 20 2014 5:07 PM EST2014-02-20 22:07:50 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President & General ManagerLOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - The positives are starting to pile up with education in the Louisville to Lexington corridor. The Jefferson County Public SchoolMore >>
The positives are starting to pile up with education in the Louisville to Lexington corridor.More >>
Tuesday, February 18 2014 5:15 PM EST2014-02-18 22:15:05 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President & General ManagerLOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - It was a little over 100 years ago that a handful of workers started building Fords in Louisville. Five years ago, there wereMore >>
It was a little over 100 years ago that a handful of workers started building Fords in Louisville. Five years ago, there were just under 6,000 workers building them. Today there are nearly 8,400 workers.More >>
Thursday, February 13 2014 5:43 PM EST2014-02-13 22:43:17 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President & General ManagerLOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Hopefully, winter's fury will subside next week for good and the extra challenges we've all faced because of it will fade asMore >>
The Coalition for the Homeless activated "Operation White Flag" pretty regularly the past several months, requiring shelters to open their doors and make space for everyone when the temperatures drop below freezing.More >>
Tuesday, February 11 2014 5:15 PM EST2014-02-11 22:15:08 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Second chances in life are important to seize and run with, and Russia appears to be doing that well. A third of the way through a Winter Olympics that has featured warmer weatherMore >>
Second chances in life are important to seize and run with, and Russia appears to be doing that well.More >>
Thursday, February 6 2014 5:50 PM EST2014-02-06 22:50:13 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi - email WAVE 3 News Vice President and General Manager LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Many of you took exception to our editorial this week advocating the increase of the minimum wage. KarenMore >>
Many of you took exception to our editorial this week advocating the increase of the minimum wage.More >>
Tuesday, February 4 2014 5:20 PM EST2014-02-04 22:20:07 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President & General ManagerLOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - The speed of change surges faster each day in all facets of our life. Not so for those making the minimum wage of $7.25 anMore >>
Kentucky legislature plans to vote on raising the minimum wage 95 cents an hour July 1 of this year, an additional 95 cents an hour July 1 of next year and topping out at $10.10 an hour on July 1, 2016.More >>
Tuesday, January 21 2014 5:50 PM EST2014-01-21 22:50:14 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Louisville has never hosted the Kentucky high school girls' basketball championship games, and it's been 20 years since the city hosted the boys' high school basketball championships. It'sMore >>
Louisville has never hosted the Kentucky high school girls' basketball championship games, and it's been 20 years since the city hosted the boys' high school basketball championships. At least one of these signature events should be in Louisville.More >>
Thursday, January 16 2014 8:04 PM EST2014-01-17 01:04:04 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi - emailWAVE 3 News Vice President and General ManagerLOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - In five years, half of all consumer debt in the nation will likely be outstanding debt of current and formerMore >>
In five years, half of all consumer debt in the nation will likely be outstanding debt of current and former college students. The debt will exceed $2 trillion.More >>
Tuesday, January 14 2014 5:30 PM EST2014-01-14 22:30:09 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi - emailWAVE 3 News Vice President and General ManagerLOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - The theme of Kentucky's state of the Commonwealth address last week and Indiana's state of the state addressMore >>
The theme of Kentucky's state of the Commonwealth address last week and Indiana's state of the state address this week revolves around the same concerns: more revenue needed to enhance health and education, add jobs, and deal with pension fund deficits.More >>
Tuesday, January 7 2014 9:02 PM EST2014-01-08 02:02:59 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Most successful football coaches excel in part because of great quarterbacks. The University of Louisville thrived on the gridiron the past two years – going 23-3 with two hugeMore >>
The University of Louisville thrived on the gridiron the past two years – going 23-3 with two huge bowl wins – thanks to coach Charlie Strong and quarterback Teddy Bridgewater leading the way.More >>
Thursday, January 2 2014 5:50 PM EST2014-01-02 22:50:12 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi - email WAVE 3 News Vice President and General Manager LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - It is outrageous that the agency charged to protect children in the Commonwealth of Kentucky placed itsMore >>
It is outrageous that the agency charged to protect children in the Commonwealth of Kentucky placed its own interests over children, repeatedly violated court orders, and willfully circumvented requirements of the Open Records Act, according to a circuit court judge, who gave taxpayers an unwanted Christmas gift last week that will cost nearly a million dollars.More >>
Tuesday, December 31 2013 5:30 PM EST2013-12-31 22:30:09 GMT
By Dr. Kelli Marvin LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - It is easy to recognize that caregivers who perpetrate acts of child abuse and neglect have personal problems that contribute to these acts. However, some childrenMore >>
It is easy to recognize that caregivers who perpetrate acts of child abuse and neglect have personal problems that contribute to these acts.More >>
Thursday, December 26 2013 5:30 PM EST2013-12-26 22:30:12 GMT
Dr. Kelli Marvin LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - It is an all too sad reality – so often we hear on newscasts that a small child is dead or is near death after being severely beaten by their mother's boyfriend.More >>
How can single mothers determine which types of men pose, at least statistically, greater risk of physical abuse to children?More >>
Thursday, December 19 2013 4:47 PM EST2013-12-19 21:47:50 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President & General ManagerLOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Fifteen years ago, $6 of every $10 spent by state government went to education. Now, the expenditure is getting closer to $5More >>
Fifteen years ago, $6 of every $10 spent by state government went to education. Now, the expenditure is getting closer to $5 of every $10.More >>
Tuesday, December 17 2013 5:08 PM EST2013-12-17 22:08:22 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President & General ManagerLOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - We live in a video world. But there is no substitute for a book.Books form the base for all of us to develop our minds, learnMore >>
We live in a video world. But there is no substitute for a book. Books form the base for all of us to develop our minds, learn the language and express ourselves.More >>
Thursday, December 12 2013 8:38 PM EST2013-12-13 01:38:45 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Bourbon, bats and horses will soon have company in Louisville's signature staples: amateur athletes. Indianapolis grew up as a city decades ago when the city went after and gotMore >>
Bourbon, bats and horses will soon have company in Louisville's signature staples - amateur athletes.More >>
Tuesday, December 10 2013 7:37 PM EST2013-12-11 00:37:55 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - New arrivals to Louisville sometimes complain about the perceived uncertainty caused by the Jefferson County Public Schools assignment plan. This is a hurdle JCPS must overcomeMore >>
New arrivals to Louisville sometimes complain about the perceived uncertainty caused by the Jefferson County Public Schools assignment plan. This is a hurdle JCPS must overcome to get more parents to choose public schooling for their children.More >>
Thursday, December 5 2013 8:53 PM EST2013-12-06 01:53:55 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi - emailWAVE 3 News Vice President and General ManagerLOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Eight of every 10 school-age children in Jefferson County attend public schools but only a third of the elementaryMore >>
Eight of every 10 school-age children in Jefferson County attend public schools but only a third of the elementary schools in the district are filled to capacity.More >>
Tuesday, December 3 2013 6:04 PM EST2013-12-03 23:04:19 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi - emailWAVE 3 News Vice President and General ManagerLOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Our guest editorial advocating the Bluegrass Pipeline was met with resounding criticism.Mary Drake emailed:More >>
Our guest editorial advocating the Bluegrass Pipeline was met with resounding criticism.More >>
Tuesday, November 26 2013 5:50 PM EST2013-11-26 22:50:15 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi - email WAVE 3 News Vice President and General Manager LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - We all have traditions that we treasure and many revolve around the holidays. A relatively new one - SmallMore >>
We all have traditions that we treasure and many revolve around the holidays. A relatively new one - Small Business Saturday - is one we should all adopt.More >>
Thursday, November 21 2013 5:50 PM EST2013-11-21 22:50:10 GMT
By Dr. Laquandra Nesbitt, Louisville Metro Health DirectorWe used to think of the health department as a place to go get vaccinations or be tested for sexually transmitted disease or be treated if youMore >>
We used to think of the health department as a place to go get vaccinations or be tested for sexually transmitted disease or be treated if you didn't have insurance or a regular doctor. But public health is so much more.More >>
Tuesday, November 19 2013 5:50 PM EST2013-11-19 22:50:13 GMT
By Bill Lawson Director of Corporate Development, Williams LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - The Bluegrass Pipeline is an exciting new opportunity for Kentucky. The pipeline will take American natural gas liquidsMore >>
The Bluegrass Pipeline is an exciting new opportunity for Kentucky.More >>
Thursday, November 14 2013 5:50 PM EST2013-11-14 22:50:15 GMT
By Dr. Laquandra Nesbitt Louisville Metro Health Director LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - It's not your grandparent's public health anymore! The average American lives thirty years longer than one hundredMore >>
It's not your grandparent's public health anymore! Now in the 21st Century, there's a renewed emphasis on policies that make us all healthier.More >>
Tuesday, November 12 2013 6:50 PM EST2013-11-12 23:50:05 GMT
By Dr. Kelli Marvin LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - All babies cry and cry a lot. It is perfectly acceptable to walk away from a crying baby that cannot be soothed and come back when you calm down.More >>
All babies cry and cry a lot. Parents must be aware that we cannot discipline one year olds - we can redirect and distract children this age.More >>
Thursday, November 7 2013 5:50 PM EST2013-11-07 22:50:11 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - A new year is right around the corner. It will be the 17th year Indiana will profit from casinos. Kentucky's other neighbors - Ohio, West Virginia, and Illinois - profit as wellMore >>
A new year is right around the corner. It will be the 17th year Indiana will profit from casinos.More >>
Tuesday, November 5 2013 5:50 PM EST2013-11-05 22:50:09 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi - email WAVE 3 News Vice President and General Manager LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - It is great to see that after nearly a half century without a veterans parade, Louisville will host oneMore >>
It is great to see that after nearly a half century without a veterans parade, Louisville will host one for the third year in a row Monday. Honoring the dedication and service our military veterans have made and continue to make it worth celebrating every day.More >>
Friday, November 1 2013 12:40 AM EDT2013-11-01 04:40:17 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - It is heartbreaking to hear the all-too-true stories of college students who have paid thousands of dollars in tuition only to learn, if they choose to attend another school, thatMore >>
It is heartbreaking to hear the all-too-true stories of college students who have paid thousands of dollars in tuition only to learn, if they choose to attend another school, that none of their credits will transfer.More >>
Tuesday, October 29 2013 11:12 PM EDT2013-10-30 03:12:41 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Our Crushing Debt Editorial provoked pointed feedback.Randall Kehrt emailed: "Only entitlement reform and the downsizing of our massive military spending fix will cut the outlaysMore >>
We appreciate and welcome your editorial feedback and topic suggestions.More >>
Thursday, October 24 2013 5:30 PM EDT2013-10-24 21:30:09 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi - emailWAVE 3 News Vice President and General ManagerLOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Members of Congress collectively have an approval rating approaching single digits, yet 90 percent of them willMore >>
Members of Congress collectively have an approval rating approaching single digits, yet 90 percent of them will be reelected, even though recent polls show more than half of us want incumbents replaced.More >>
Tuesday, October 15 2013 6:27 PM EDT2013-10-15 22:27:52 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi - emailWAVE 3 News Vice President and General ManagerLOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Most of us pay our bills on time, live within our means and work hard to reduce our debts. We should demandMore >>
Most of us pay our bills on time, live within our means and work hard to reduce our debts. We should demand the same from our congressional representatives.More >>
Tuesday, October 8 2013 5:30 PM EDT2013-10-08 21:30:08 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi - emailWAVE 3 News Vice President and General ManagerLOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Our "Shutting Down the Government" and "Unconscionable Actions" editorials provoked several responses. SteveMore >>
Our "Shutting Down the Government" and "Unconscionable Actions" editorials provoked several responses.More >>
Thursday, October 3 2013 5:49 PM EDT2013-10-03 21:49:09 GMT
For the first time ever, Jefferson County Public Schools surpassed the annual improvement goal set by the Kentucky Department of Education.More >>
For the first time ever, Jefferson County Public Schools surpassed the annual improvement goal set by the Kentucky Department of Education. There is much more work to do but the arrow is pointing up.More >>
Tuesday, October 1 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-10-01 21:50:12 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi - email WAVE 3 News Vice President and General Manager LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Our congressmen and senators should be furloughed. It is unconscionable that because our elected leadersMore >>
Our congressmen and senators should be furloughed.More >>
Thursday, September 26 2013 5:46 PM EDT2013-09-26 21:46:28 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi - email WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - On Tuesday, thousands of federal employees nationwide will be furloughed if the government shuts down. UnlessMore >>
On Tuesday, thousands of federal employees nationwide will be furloughed if the government shuts down. Unless a resolution to the dispute over the spending bill isn't found that is what will happen.More >>
Tuesday, September 24 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-09-24 21:50:13 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi - email WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - If you drive drunk in Indiana and kill someone you face up to 20 years in prison on a class B felony charge ifMore >>
If you drive drunk in Indiana and kill someone you face up to 20 years in prison on a class B felony charge if your blood alcohol content is 0.15 or greater. That is if you abide by the law and stay at the scene and call 911. If you don't, and flee the scene, and are caught the next day when an alcohol test is useless, you face two to eight years in prison on a class C felony charge. Sounds crazy that the law encourages you to flee the scene.More >>
Thursday, September 19 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-09-19 21:50:12 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi - email WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Bourbon puts Kentucky on the international map. Nearly all of the bourbon produced in the world comes from theMore >>
Bourbon puts Kentucky on the international map. Nearly all of the bourbon produced in the world comes from the Commonwealth. We don't want to chase these distillers away or open the door for other areas of the country or world to get in on the action here because they are more tax friendly.More >>
Tuesday, September 17 2013 5:30 PM EDT2013-09-17 21:30:07 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Reading unlocks opportunities, unleashes possibilities, and uplifts our lives. Reading improvement adds confidence for studentsMore >>
Reading unlocks opportunities, unleashes possibilities, and uplifts our lives. Reading improvement adds confidence for students and enhances their school experience.More >>
Thursday, September 12 2013 6:48 PM EDT2013-09-12 22:48:57 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi - email WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Louisville is a foodie city boasting many locally owned restaurants and outstanding chefs. Unfortunately LouisvilleMore >>
Louisville is a foodie city boasting many locally owned restaurants and outstanding chefs. Unfortunately Louisville also deals with a gut wrenching reality - many people here go to bed hungry every day.More >>
Tuesday, September 10 2013 7:23 PM EDT2013-09-10 23:23:11 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi - email WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Twelve years ago this week we were hit with a series of four coordinated attacks by the Islamic terrorist groupMore >>
Twelve years ago this week we were hit with a series of four coordinated attacks by the Islamic terrorist group al-Qaeda. This week, Congress is debating what action, if any, to take in Syria for attacks they perpetrated on their people.More >>
Tuesday, September 3 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-09-03 21:50:10 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Expanding Medicaid is tough politics, but easy math. Kentucky figured that out and may save more than $800 millionMore >>
Expanding Medicaid is tough politics, but easy math.More >>
Thursday, August 29 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-08-29 21:50:12 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Our "Labor Needs" editorial this week stirred up some passionate feedback from viewers. Lora commented: "When I didn'tMore >>
Our "Labor Needs" editorial this week stirred up some passionate feedback from viewers.More >>
Tuesday, August 27 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-08-27 21:50:12 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Labor Day weekend will be unsettling for many of us, despite the kickoff of the college football season that will bringMore >>
Labor Day weekend will be unsettling for many of us, despite the kickoff of the college football season that will bring great joy to some. As has been the case the past several years, getting a job is front and center for thousands of people.More >>
Thursday, August 22 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-08-22 21:50:12 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Three days before New Year's Eve this year, the University of Louisville and University of Kentucky will meet at RuppMore >>
The holiday atmosphere will now surround both the basketball and football rivalry games starting next year, as the UofL-UK gridiron game will be the last game of the regular season schedule for both teams, rather than the first or third.More >>
Tuesday, August 20 2013 11:04 PM EDT2013-08-21 03:04:25 GMT
It is mind numbing to realize that folks now in their 60s went through high school at a time when nearly two-thirds of African-Americans couldn'tMore >>
It is mind numbing to realize that folks now in their 60s went through high school at a time when nearly two-thirds of African-Americans couldn't vote. They also couldn't attend the same schools, use the same public bathrooms, or go to the same restaurants as Caucasian-Americans. More >>
Thursday, August 15 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-08-15 21:50:09 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President & General Manager LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - For the sixth straight year, Jefferson County residents will pay more in school taxes following a school board vote thisMore >>
For the sixth straight year, Jefferson County residents will pay more in school taxes following a school board vote this week that had some very frustrated.More >>
Tuesday, August 13 2013 5:15 PM EDT2013-08-13 21:15:07 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 News Vice President & General ManagerLOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Many of you were affected by the recent disruption of our signal on the DISH Network system. This past weekend we returnedMore >>
Many of you were affected by the recent disruption of our signal on the DISH Network system.More >>
Thursday, August 8 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-08-08 21:50:09 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President & General Manager LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Sports impact Americans more than most places and certainly build character and teamwork, and provide enjoyment. The highestMore >>
Sports impact Americans more than most places and certainly build character and teamwork, and provide enjoyment.More >>
Tuesday, August 6 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-08-06 21:50:11 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Regardless of where you stand on whether or not Louisville Metro council member Barbara Shanklin should have been removed from office, the evidenceMore >>
Regardless of where you stand on whether or not Louisville Metro council member Barbara Shanklin should have been removed from office, the evidence is clear that reform is needed on how some of our tax dollars are spent.More >>
Tuesday, July 30 2013 7:28 PM EDT2013-07-30 23:28:01 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President and General ManagerLOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - For many of us, our first job was a summer job. It helped us build skills, personally grow and better transition into adulthoodMore >>
For many of us, our first job was a summer job. It helped us build skills, personally grow and better transition into adulthood and future jobs.More >>
Thursday, July 25 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-07-25 21:50:12 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Kentucky has a love-hate relationship with tobacco. For decades, Kentucky was a national leader in tobacco productionMore >>
Kentucky has a love-hate relationship with tobacco.More >>
Thursday, July 25 2013 3:10 PM EDT2013-07-25 19:10:22 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager We appreciate all of our viewers who tap into our web, mobile, social media and television screens for news, information and entertainment. WeMore >>
We appreciate all of our viewers who tap into our web, mobile, social media and television screens for news, information and entertainment. We want to give a heads up to viewers who watch us through the DISH satellite system.More >>
Tuesday, July 23 2013 5:15 PM EDT2013-07-23 21:15:08 GMT
There are 1,500 people in Indiana, 935 in Kentucky and more than 100,000 in the United States right now whose lives could be saved by an organ or tissue donation.More >>
There are 1,500 people in Indiana, 935 in Kentucky and more than 100,000 in the United States right now whose lives could be saved by an organ or tissue donation.More >>
Thursday, July 18 2013 5:30 PM EDT2013-07-18 21:30:09 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President and General ManagerOur "Right to Work" guest editorial generated much feedback. Steven Wimsatt emailed: "The U.S. Bureau of Labor ranked Kentucky second in the nationMore >>
Our "Right to Work" guest editorial generated much feedback.More >>
Thursday, July 11 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-07-11 21:50:08 GMT
By Corey Thomas After an eight-month hiatus that left millions of snack cake fanatics without some of their favorite treats, Hostess brands are back! As part of a major restructuring plan, Hostess hasMore >>
After an eight-month hiatus that left millions of snack cake fanatics without some of their favorite treats, Hostess brands are back! As part of a major restructuring plan, Hostess has been able to hire back some former employees as long as they are non-union workers.More >>
Thursday, June 27 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-06-27 21:50:10 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager What does it say about where our country is headed when just 60% of people under age 23 want to have a job one day with greater responsibility?More >>
What does it say about where our country is headed when just 60% of people under age 23 want to have a job one day with greater responsibility?More >>
Tuesday, June 25 2013 5:30 PM EDT2013-06-25 21:30:11 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President & General ManagerA good starting point for envisioning the next 100 years in Louisville would be The Parklands of Floyds Fork. Next week, ground will be broken on theMore >>
A good starting point for envisioning the next 100 years in Louisville would be The Parklands of Floyds Fork. Next week, ground will be broken on the final 2,400 acres of a nearly 4,000 acre donor-supported public park system.More >>
Thursday, June 20 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-06-20 21:50:11 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Our "Dream Revisited" editorial this week regarding the immigration bill pending in Congress brought several responses. Chris Zimmerer emailed:More >>
Our "Dream Revisited" editorial this week regarding the immigration bill pending in Congress brought several responses.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:13 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:13:53 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager In two months we will mark the 50th anniversary of Martin Luther King's speech, "I have a Dream." If Rev. King were able to deliver another speechMore >>
In two months we will mark the 50th anniversary of Martin Luther King's speech, "I have a Dream." If Rev. King were able to deliver another speech now, what would be the "fierce urgency of now" he would highlight this time?More >>
Thursday, June 13 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-06-13 21:50:07 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President & General Manager As church and state should be separate, so should media and the government. Media members seek and report the news. We investigate. We are notMore >>
As church and state should be separate, so should media and the government.More >>
Tuesday, June 11 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-06-11 21:50:11 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President & General Manager For the third straight year, Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer and his team have put together a balanced budget that creates no new taxes or tax increases.More >>
For the third straight year, Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer and his team have put together a balanced budget that creates no new taxes or tax increases. We encourage Louisville Metro Council to approve it next week.More >>
Thursday, June 6 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-06-06 21:50:06 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President & General Manager Schools out for summer shouldn't mean stop learning. Library visits can enrich your summer. From baby, toddler, pre-school and family story timeMore >>
Schools out for summer shouldn't mean stop learning.More >>
Tuesday, June 4 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-06-04 21:50:08 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President & General Manager The first Saturday in May in memorable worldwide for the Kentucky Derby and locally the first weekend in June is just as memorable for the mostMore >>
The first Saturday in May in memorable worldwide for the Kentucky Derby and locally the first weekend in June is just as memorable for the most successful local telethon in the country, the WHAS Crusade for Children.More >>
Friday, May 31 2013 12:55 AM EDT2013-05-31 04:55:40 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President & General ManagerHearing Amy Ellis talk this week about her murdered husband ripped your heart apart. Her strength during this unfathomable time is beyond admirable.More >>
Hearing Amy Ellis talk this week about her murdered husband ripped your heart apart. Her strength during this unfathomable time is beyond admirable. Officer Jason Ellis by all accounts had already positively touched more people in his 33 short years of life than many of us hope to in double that time.More >>
Tuesday, May 28 2013 5:52 PM EDT2013-05-28 21:52:33 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President & General Manager One of the saddest realities of honoring our soldiers who lost their lives in service to our country is the number of self-inflicted deaths byMore >>
One of the saddest realities of honoring our soldiers who lost their lives in service to our country is the number of self-inflicted deaths by active and veteran military members. More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:09 PM EDT2013-05-24 01:09:29 GMT
By Dr. Charles J. King Jr.LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Today the heat is on for a Summer Job! All over The Louisville Metro Area Community thousands of our youth are out and about trying to find an internshipMore >>
Today the heat is on for a Summer Job! All over The Louisville Metro Area Community thousands of our youth are out and about trying to find an internship and a place to work this summer.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 6:55 PM EDT2013-05-16 22:55:28 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Many of you vehemently disagreed with our editorial stating Governor Beshear made the logical call on Medicaid expansion. Donald Murphy emailed:More >>
Many of you vehemently disagreed with our editorial stating Governor Beshear made the logical call on Medicaid expansion.More >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 4:49 PM EDT2013-05-09 20:49:11 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President and General ManagerMore than 300,000 uninsured Kentuckians will now have health coverage thanks to Governor Steve Beshear, who has opted into Medicaid expansion underMore >>
More than 300,000 uninsured Kentuckians will now have health coverage thanks to Governor Steve Beshear, who has opted into Medicaid expansion under the Affordable Health Care Act.More >>
Tuesday, May 7 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-05-07 21:50:08 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President & General Manager Even more impressive than the security work protecting the more than a quarter of a million spectators at Churchill Downs Friday and Saturday,More >>
Even more impressive than the security work protecting the more than a quarter of a million spectators at Churchill Downs Friday and Saturday, was the volunteer work and giving done by more than a thousand people throughout the region and Commonwealth prior to Oaks and Derby.More >>
Tuesday, April 30 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-04-30 21:50:17 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager We always want to look our best, especially when visitors come to town. There will be more than a few of them joining us from all over the worldMore >>
We always want to look our best, especially when visitors come to town. There will be more than a few of them joining us from all over the world this week.More >>
Thursday, April 25 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-04-25 21:50:11 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Churchill Downs will be the showplace of the world next week, as it should be. Jets will be flying in this time next week from all over theMore >>
Churchill Downs will be the showplace of the world next week, as it should be. Jets will be flying in this time next week from all over the world. Louisville will be eyeballed worldwide. The irony is Louisville is eyeballed worldwide every day.More >>
Tuesday, April 23 2013 7:21 PM EDT2013-04-23 23:21:53 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President and General ManagerLOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Creativity is one of the most important 21st century skills. Fostering that talent will help our students thrive in schoolMore >>
Creativity is one of the most important 21st century skills.More >>
Thursday, April 18 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-04-18 21:50:12 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Louisville is poised for more rapid growth when the recession fades since it invested while the economy slumped. A combination of visionaryMore >>
Louisville is poised for more rapid growth when the recession fades since it invested while the economy slumped.More >>
Tuesday, April 16 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-04-16 21:50:09 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager April 15 has always been known as tax day, but from now on it will be known as the day Boston was victimized on the most special day of the yearMore >>
April 15 has always been known as tax day, but from now on it will be known as the day Boston was victimized on the most special day of the year there – Patriots Day.More >>
Wednesday, April 10 2013 7:38 PM EDT2013-04-10 23:38:24 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Teamwork has been termed the fuel that allows common people to obtain uncommon results, and the ability to work together toward a common vision.More >>
Teamwork has been termed the fuel that allows common people to obtain uncommon results, and the ability to work together toward a common vision. The University of Louisville men's and women's basketball teams personified teamwork this season.More >>
Tuesday, April 9 2013 7:24 PM EDT2013-04-09 23:24:38 GMT
By Adam Frary Like a bridge over troubled water or water under the bridge, how does your headline read? It really depends on how you look at the new bridges between Indiana and Kentucky. There's noMore >>
Like a bridge over troubled water or water under the bridge, how does your headline read? It really depends on how you look at the new bridges between Indiana and Kentucky. More >>
Thursday, March 28 2013 10:20 PM EDT2013-03-29 02:20:39 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President and General ManagerLOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Kentucky's legislature addressed several key issues this session with the exception of redistricting and real tax reform. ButMore >>
Perhaps the most notable part of the session was the lack of acrimony. It was a welcome change.More >>
Tuesday, March 26 2013 6:30 PM EDT2013-03-26 22:30:31 GMT
By Nima Kulkarni Louisville Immigration Attorney With the immigration debate heating up and reform looming on the horizon, it is more important than ever that we take full stock and learn exactly whatMore >>
With the immigration debate heating up and reform looming on the horizon, it is more important than ever that we take full stock and learn exactly what the landscape of U.S. immigration law and policy looks like. More >>
Thursday, March 21 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-03-21 21:50:08 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager It's a challenging world for young people. They face dwindling job opportunities, bullying, and social media meltdowns. They are part of aMore >>
It's a challenging world for young people. More >>
Tuesday, March 19 2013 5:45 PM EDT2013-03-19 21:45:34 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - The Interstate 64/65 corridor is certainly hoops heaven. This season may be the most exceptional yet. Louisville and Indiana, both number one NCAA tournament seeds, could veryMore >>
The Interstate 64/65 corridor is certainly hoops heaven. This season may be the most exceptional yet.More >>
Thursday, March 7 2013 7:17 PM EST2013-03-08 00:17:29 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President and General ManagerLouisville was named America's Most Livable City last year by none other than the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Impressive recognition and fosteredMore >>
WAVE 3 encourages participation in Mayor Greg Fischer's Give A Day event from April 13 to 21. Sign ups for project participation is underway now.More >>
Tuesday, March 5 2013 8:03 PM EST2013-03-06 01:03:53 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager One in four pregnant women in Kentucky smoke – more than twice the national average. Nearly 14 percent of Kentucky infants are born premature. PrescriptionMore >>
The Governor's Summit on Infant Mortality this past week highlighted a major problem in the Commonwealth: more babies born in Kentucky die before their first birthday than in most other states in the country.More >>
Tuesday, March 5 2013 4:41 PM EST2013-03-05 21:41:23 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Our "Restoring the Vote" editorial this week advocating Kentucky legislators restore the right to vote to felons who have served their time elicitedMore >>
Our "Restoring the Vote" editorial this week advocating Kentucky legislators restore the right to vote to felons who have served their time elicited several facebook responses.More >>
Tuesday, February 26 2013 5:50 PM EST2013-02-26 22:50:05 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager In our country you do time for a crime and then you are supposed to have made restitution and be made whole. Your punishment is over. That shouldMore >>
In our country you do time for a crime and then you are supposed to have made restitution and be made whole. Your punishment is over. That should include regaining your right to vote.More >>
Thursday, February 21 2013 5:50 PM EST2013-02-21 22:50:11 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager The KFC Yum! Center sits where slaves were once sold. Interesting how the center of commerce changes from one generation to the next. Just aMore >>
The KFC Yum! Center sits where slaves were once sold. Interesting how the center of commerce changes from one generation to the next.More >>
Tuesday, February 19 2013 5:59 PM EST2013-02-19 22:59:56 GMT
By Hal Heiner Charter Schools Supporter Louisville's public schools are failing our children. Of the 41 Kentucky schools identified as persistently low achieving or failing, Louisville is home to nearlyMore >>
Louisville's public schools are failing our children. Of the 41 Kentucky schools identified as persistently low achieving or failing, Louisville is home to nearly half - a situation so dire that Kentucky Education Commissioner Terry Holliday called it "academic genocide." More >>
Thursday, February 14 2013 5:50 PM EST2013-02-14 22:50:08 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Kentucky led the nation in the 1800s in hemp production. Doing that again and would gain some needed revenue to deal with pension fund liabilitiesMore >>
Kentucky led the nation in the 1800s in hemp production. Doing that again and would gain some needed revenue to deal with pension fund liabilities and the need for enhanced education funding.More >>
Tuesday, February 12 2013 5:50 PM EST2013-02-12 22:50:07 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President and General ManagerMoney is tight and local governments feel the squeeze just as much as the state and federal governments. Floyd County, Indiana funding disputesMore >>
Money is tight and local governments feel the squeeze just as much as the state and federal governments.More >>
Thursday, February 7 2013 5:47 PM EST2013-02-07 22:47:36 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi wAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Our editorial last week on "Child Care Assistance Cuts" in Kentucky led to plenty of facebook discussion. Heather responded: "This is sad. TheMore >>
Our editorial last week on "Child Care Assistance Cuts" in Kentucky led to plenty of facebook discussion.More >>
Tuesday, February 5 2013 5:50 PM EST2013-02-05 22:50:09 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager While it may be true that all you really need to know you learned in kindergarten, there is a big problem for two-thirds of the students in kindergartenMore >>
While it may be true that all you really need to know you learned in kindergarten, there is a big problem for two-thirds of the students in kindergarten class this year in Jefferson County Public Schools. They weren't prepared when they arrived for their first day of school.More >>
Thursday, January 31 2013 5:50 PM EST2013-01-31 22:50:10 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Just 1% of families receiving child care assistance is Kentucky also receive welfare. Nearly all are working at low wage jobs. The importantMore >>
Just 1% of families receiving child care assistance is Kentucky also receive welfare. Nearly all are working at low wage jobs. They need the child care assistance to work and if they don't get it, they may be forced to quit their jobs and go on welfare.More >>
Tuesday, January 29 2013 5:50 PM EST2013-01-29 22:50:09 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President & General Manager Just as Congress will likely be more effective this year with the most women members it has ever had, so to should the military if women are allowedMore >>
Just as Congress will likely be more effective this year with the most women members it has ever had, so to should the military if women are allowed back in combat.More >>
Thursday, January 24 2013 4:57 PM EST2013-01-24 21:57:24 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President & General Manager"Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere." That is just one of many memorable comments from Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., honoredMore >>
"Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere."More >>
Tuesday, January 22 2013 5:21 PM EST2013-01-22 22:21:15 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President & General ManagerLouisville Mayor Greg Fischer will have plenty of positives to trumpet this week when he gives the State of the City address. More Louisville areaMore >>
Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer will have plenty of positives to trumpet this week when he gives the State of the City address.More >>
Friday, January 18 2013 9:51 AM EST2013-01-18 14:51:38 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Requiring a universal background check for anyone trying to buy a gun and prohibiting sales of military-style assault weapons makes sense. TheMore >>
Your feedback on our "Fighting Crime" editorial ran the gamut. Here are some of your comments.More >>
Tuesday, January 15 2013 5:50 PM EST2013-01-15 22:50:09 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President & General Manager Crime and punishment go hand in hand. Crime and making amends for it is a relatively new concept. It is a welcome one. Restorative justice allowsMore >>
Crime and punishment go hand in hand. Crime and making amends for it is a relatively new concept. It is a welcome one. More >>
Thursday, January 10 2013 8:05 PM EST2013-01-11 01:05:50 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President & General ManagerCrime decreased overall by 9 percent in Louisville in 2012, but serious assaults were up 9 percent and homicides increased as well. The skyrocketingMore >>
Crime decreased overall by 9 percent in Louisville in 2012, but serious assaults were up 9 percent and homicides increased as well.More >>
Tuesday, January 8 2013 11:56 PM EST2013-01-09 04:56:07 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President & General ManagerIt was disappointing to see Indiana fall closer to Kentucky in the latest "Kids Count" state-by-state look at child well being. Slightly more thanMore >>
It was disappointing to see Indiana fall closer to Kentucky in the latest "Kids Count" state-by-state look at child well being.More >>
Thursday, December 20 2012 7:15 PM EST2012-12-21 00:15:16 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President & General ManagerIt's the season for resolutions. A few our region should collectively make is to move out of the bottom 10 of unhealthiest states and move into theMore >>
It's the season for resolutions. A few our region should collectively make is to move out of the bottom 10 of unhealthiest states and move into the top 10 of best performing students in public education.More >>
Tuesday, December 18 2012 7:39 PM EST2012-12-19 00:39:39 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President & General ManagerOur community hurt considerably 23 years ago when a gunman went on a shooting rampage inside the Courier-Journal building. Our entire nation is hurtingMore >>
Our community hurt considerably 23 years ago when a gunman went on a shooting rampage inside the Courier-Journal building. Our entire nation is hurting now with a small community in Connecticut following the second deadliest school shooting in our nation's history. In between, there have been several mass shootings that have ripped apart our country.More >>
Thursday, December 13 2012 4:00 PM EST2012-12-13 21:00:11 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President & General ManagerYou had plenty to say regarding our editorial concerns on the possibility that tax deductions for charity could be capped or eliminated. SheilaMore >>
You had plenty to say regarding our editorial concerns on the possibility that tax deductions for charity could be capped or eliminated.More >>
Wednesday, December 12 2012 12:23 AM EST2012-12-12 05:23:34 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President & General ManagerThe holiday season has an added sparkle this year with Louisville's star shining brighter than ever. A travel guide named the city its top 2013 travel destination,More >>
The holiday season has an added sparkle this year with Louisville's star shining brighter than ever.More >>
Friday, December 7 2012 12:53 AM EST2012-12-07 05:53:33 GMT
by Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President and General ManagerOur community should take a bow for a tremendous United Way campaign this year. Your gifts total nearly 27 million dollars so far and our regionMore >>
All of your contributions this year to charity may not be tax deductible next year if lawmakers choose to cut that current practice to help get our budget deficit in check.More >>
Tuesday, December 4 2012 5:50 PM EST2012-12-04 22:50:17 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President & General Manager Kudos to the Louisville Police Chief for making a policy change that will save lives. It will also save taxpayer money. The new policy authorizesMore >>
Kudos to the Louisville Police Chief for making a policy change that will save lives. It will also save taxpayer money.More >>
Thursday, November 29 2012 4:47 PM EST2012-11-29 21:47:45 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiThe real Powerball winner this week may just be the University of Louisville. They won't collect the near record $587 million winning ticket but will pocket many more millions as an athleticMore >>
The real Powerball winner this week may just be the University of Louisville.More >>
Tuesday, November 27 2012 10:47 PM EST2012-11-28 03:47:04 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President and General ManagerHard to believe three weeks after the election, 33 states are still counting votes. It is a good thing the Presidential election wasn't close. TheMore >>
Hard to believe three weeks after the election, 33 states are still counting votes.More >>
Wednesday, November 21 2012 12:56 AM EST2012-11-21 05:56:38 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President and General ManagerWe have much to be thankful for as we celebrate with family and friends this week. The generosity of our community astounds. Whether it is helpingMore >>
We have much to be thankful for as we celebrate with family and friends this week.More >>
Thursday, November 15 2012 5:42 PM EST2012-11-15 22:42:10 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Republican Governors lead 30 states. State Houses and State Senates are majority Republican. The United States House of Representatives has a 40More >>
Republican Governors lead 30 states. State Houses and State Senates are majority Republican. The United States House of Representatives has a 40 seat Republican majority and the United States Senate is six seats from a Republican majority.More >>
Tuesday, November 13 2012 5:50 PM EST2012-11-13 22:50:18 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager We'll know in less than 50 days if Congress will kick the can down the road some more, delaying the terms of the Budget Control Act. The Act mandatesMore >>
We'll know in less than 50 days if Congress will kick the can down the road some more, delaying the terms of the Budget Control Act.More >>
Thursday, November 8 2012 9:57 PM EST2012-11-09 02:57:17 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General ManagerOne person can make a big difference in our world. This Sunday marks the 65th anniversary of a day celebrating the service of all United StatesMore >>
One person can make a big difference in our world.More >>
Tuesday, November 6 2012 9:21 PM EST2012-11-07 02:21:16 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President and General ManagerNow we know where our students really stand in the world community and we can elevate and expedite our benchmarks for improvement. In Jefferson County,More >>
Now we know where our students really stand in the world community and we can elevate and expedite our benchmarks for improvement.More >>
Tuesday, October 30 2012 10:21 PM EDT2012-10-31 02:21:40 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President and General ManagerSeveral of you responded to our editorial on Medicaid Funding. Michael Graham Sr. emailed: "Medical costs are out of control, but it seems to meMore >>
Several of you responded to our editorial on Medicaid Funding.More >>
Thursday, October 25 2012 11:21 PM EDT2012-10-26 03:21:47 GMT
By Rose PhillipsThis Sunday, you have the chance to be a part of something big and make a big difference. You have the chance to help raise awareness for the fight against breast cancer so that we canMore >>
This Sunday, you have the chance to be a part of something big and make a big difference.More >>
Wednesday, October 24 2012 12:27 AM EDT2012-10-24 04:27:17 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President and General ManagerIf the electoral college vote finishes in a 269-269 tie, mirroring the current national polling that has the Presidential election popular vote atMore >>
If the electoral college vote finishes in a 269-269 tie, mirroring the current national polling that has the Presidential election popular vote at 47 percent each, Congress will decide who will be our President for the next four years.More >>
Thursday, October 18 2012 6:33 PM EDT2012-10-18 22:33:17 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President and General ManagerNearly two million people in Indiana and Kentucky are Medicaid beneficiaries. About half of them are children and about a quarter of them are elderlyMore >>
Nearly two million people in Indiana and Kentucky are Medicaid beneficiaries.More >>
Tuesday, October 16 2012 11:41 PM EDT2012-10-17 03:41:58 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President and General ManagerMore than 51 million people watched the Vice-Presidential debate, the third-highest viewed VP debate ever. Centre College, with less than 1,400 students,More >>
More than 51 million people watched the Vice-Presidential debate, the third-highest viewed VP debate ever. Centre College, with less than 1,400 students, was an exemplary host, making the Commonwealth proud.More >>
Tuesday, October 16 2012 11:40 PM EDT2012-10-17 03:40:47 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager The first five years of life basically determine our path in life. It can't be overstated how important those years are to brain development. HowMore >>
The first five years of life basically determine our path in life. It can't be overstated how important those years are to brain development.More >>
Wednesday, October 10 2012 3:50 PM EDT2012-10-10 19:50:20 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Running for President assumes a responsibility that one candidate is ignoring. Randall Terry is a presidential candidate that many have not heardMore >>
Running for President assumes a responsibility that one candidate is ignoring.More >>
Thursday, October 4 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-10-04 21:50:21 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Louisville boasts some of the lowest energy and health care costs in the nation. The city is undertaking now the largest development of parksMore >>
Louisville boasts some of the lowest energy and health care costs in the nation. The city is undertaking now the largest development of parks in the nation. But Louisville is one of only 16 of the top 100 cities in the country that does not have the option of a local sales tax to fund projects.More >>
Tuesday, October 2 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-10-02 21:50:25 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Six of every 10 of this year's high school graduates who took a college entrance exam did not have all of the skills they needed to succeedMore >>
Six of every 10 of this year's high school graduates who took a college entrance exam did not have all of the skills they needed to succeed in college, according to the two big college testers, the SAT and ACT.More >>
Thursday, September 27 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-09-27 21:50:23 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager The return of the regular NFL officials won't necessarily stop the fan frustration at calls that don't go their way, but it should stop theMore >>
The return of the regular NFL officials won't necessarily stop the fan frustration at calls that don't go their way, but it should stop the embarrassment that the rookie replacement officials brought to the game this past month.More >>
Tuesday, September 25 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-09-25 21:50:50 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager The heart of any community is the downtown area. Without a vibrant heart, the rest of your body doesn't function nearly as well. Same with cities.More >>
The heart of any community is the downtown area. Without a vibrant heart, the rest of your body doesn't function nearly as well. Same with cities.More >>
Thursday, September 20 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-09-20 21:50:17 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Money makes the world go around. Some of us have heard that since we were youngsters. It rings true more today than ever as financial meltdownsMore >>
Money makes the world go around. Some of us have heard that since we were youngsters. It rings true more today than ever as financial meltdowns in many countries have driven the economic malaise of the past several years.More >>
Tuesday, September 18 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-09-18 21:50:31 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Nearly one of every four Americans is not even registered to vote in the upcoming elections, less than 50 days away. If you are one of them,More >>
Nearly one of every four Americans is not even registered to vote in the upcoming elections, less than 50 days away. If you are one of them, you have 20 days to register to meet the registration deadline. Do it now!More >>
Thursday, September 13 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-09-13 21:50:26 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager One of the biggest issues our nation faces is paying for public employee pension funds. Kentucky ranks among the top 10 nationwide in theMore >>
One of the biggest issues our nation faces is paying for public employee pension funds. Unless it is addressed forcefully now, entire budgets will be swallowed up in future years trying to make these payments.More >>
Tuesday, September 11 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-09-11 21:50:22 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager It was 11 years ago our country prayed together as we began the healing process from a horrific attack that stabbed us all in the gut. The terroristsMore >>
It was 11 years ago our country prayed together as we began the healing process from a horrific attack that stabbed us all in the gut. The terrorists attacked America, both body and soul.More >>
Thursday, September 6 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-09-06 21:50:39 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Our editorial on alcohol sales disappointed some, including Mallory, who emailed: "Allowing alcohol to be sold on every street corner would bleedMore >>
It's time to hear what you had to say about recent editorials on WAVE 3.More >>
Tuesday, September 4 2012 10:26 PM EDT2012-09-05 02:26:39 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President and General ManagerTwo-thirds of the Fortune 50 companies have fallen off the list in the last 25 years. Only 15 of the top 100 businesses at the beginning of the 20th centuryMore >>
Two-thirds of the Fortune 50 companies have fallen off the list in the last 25 years.More >>
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Half of the growth in Louisville the past 15 years has come from international residents. More than 100 languages are spoken in our communityMore >>
Half of the growth in Louisville the past 15 years has come from international residents.More >>
Tuesday, August 28 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-08-28 21:50:23 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - You used to need a prescription to buy alcohol in Kentucky. That was back in Prohibition days. Since we no longer needMore >>
You used to need a prescription to buy alcohol in Kentucky. That was back in Prohibition days. Since we no longer need to buy bourbon with a prescription we should be able to buy it at more places than pharmacies – like grocery stores and convenience stores.More >>
Thursday, August 23 2012 7:49 PM EDT2012-08-23 23:49:04 GMT
By Ken SelvaggiWAVE 3 Vice President and General ManagerGood luck breathing – another air quality alert. That's become a fairly common warning for area residents this summer. It's already happened twiceMore >>
Good luck breathing – another air quality alert. That's become a fairly common warning for area residents this summer.More >>
Thursday, August 23 2012 7:48 PM EDT2012-08-23 23:48:50 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager We all have skin in the success of the 100,000 plus students who are back in school in Jefferson County public schools this week. It is by farMore >>
We all have skin in the success of the 100,000 plus students who are back in school in Jefferson County Public Schools this week. The success of these students will go a long way in determining the growth of our region in years to come.More >>
Thursday, August 16 2012 8:34 PM EDT2012-08-17 00:34:47 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager The "do-nothing Congress" President Harry Truman called in 1948 looks like head of the class overachievers compared to this current group. NearlyMore >>
The "do-nothing Congress" President Harry Truman called in 1948 looks like head of the class overachievers compared to this current group.More >>
Tuesday, August 14 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-08-14 21:50:22 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Our nation is leaving our children behind. School bus drivers are picking up more children living in poverty this month than they ever haveMore >>
Our nation is leaving our children behind. School bus drivers are picking up more children living in poverty this month than they ever have and it's very likely that will continue to be the case next year and beyond.More >>
Thursday, August 9 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-08-09 21:50:27 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager It shouldn't be as easy to buy a crack pipe as milk or juice in some convenience stores in West Louisville, but it is that easy. It helps fuelMore >>
It shouldn't be as easy to buy a crack pipe as milk or juice in some convenience stores in West Louisville, but it is that easy.More >>
Tuesday, August 7 2012 9:40 PM EDT2012-08-08 01:40:58 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Our "Free Speech" editorial received plenty of feedback. Carolyn Smith emailed: "I find it appalling and very narrow-minded that some groups areMore >>
Our "Free Speech" editorial received plenty of feedback.More >>
Thursday, August 2 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-08-02 21:50:43 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager We all agree we are taxed for too many things, but should athletes really be taxed on the money they win at the Olympics? Gold medal winnersMore >>
We all agree we are taxed for too many things, but should athletes really be taxed on the money they win at the Olympics?More >>
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Chick-Fil-A's President spoke his mind supporting traditional marriage and he has every right to do so. We live in a country that believesMore >>
Chick-Fil-A's President spoke his mind supporting traditional marriage and he has every right to do so.More >>
Thursday, July 26 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-07-26 21:50:28 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Triumph, tributes and tenacity will replace the heat, humidity and horrid headlines the next few weeks when the Olympics take center stage. TheyMore >>
Triumph, tributes and tenacity will replace the heat, humidity and horrid headlines the next few weeks when the Olympics take center stage. They will be timely and needed.More >>
Thursday, July 19 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-07-19 21:50:56 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager There are 78,000 deadbeats in Jefferson County – most are dads, but seven percent are moms. Children are suffering because of it – and thatMore >>
There are 78,000 deadbeats in Jefferson County. Most are dads, but seven percent are moms. Children are suffering because of it – and that is sad.More >>
Tuesday, July 17 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-07-17 21:50:57 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Our community should take a bow at contributing to the most successful arts fundraising campaign in the country. The 11% increase in the FundMore >>
Our community should take a bow at contributing to the most successful arts fundraising campaign in the country.More >>
Thursday, July 12 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-07-12 21:50:32 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Over the past 10 years, 7 of every 10 jobs created in the United States came from companies that had been in business five years or less. Kentucky'sMore >>
Over the past 10 years, 7 of every 10 jobs created in the United States came from companies that had been in business five years or less.More >>
Tuesday, July 10 2012 5:46 PM EDT2012-07-10 21:46:15 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager The Electoral College system has worked well in selecting presidents and it is a model that certainly is worth keeping but the time has comeMore >>
The Electoral College system has worked well in selecting presidents and it is a model that certainly is worth keeping but the time has come to modify it.More >>
Thursday, July 5 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-07-05 21:50:46 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Kentucky led the nation in fourth-grade math improvement the past ten years on the National Assessment of Educational Progress. The Commonwealth'sMore >>
Kentucky led the nation in fourth-grade math improvement the past ten years on the National Assessment of Educational Progress. The Commonwealth's fourth graders also outperformed the nation in reading and math achievement and eighth graders exceeded the nation in reading.More >>
Tuesday, July 3 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-07-03 21:50:24 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager It may be too simplistic to say stop the drug dealing and you will stop the killing in the West End of Louisville, but it would certainly goMore >>
It may be too simplistic to say stop the drug dealing and you will stop the killing in the West End of Louisville, but it would certainly go a long way in stopping the senseless gun violence.More >>
Tuesday, August 7 2012 9:35 PM EDT2012-08-08 01:35:37 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager As weeks go, last week was a special one, with all due respect to what next week will be here. Nearly 1,000 people donated blood to the AmericanMore >>
As weeks go, last week was a special one, with all due respect to what next week will be here. More >>
Thursday, June 28 2012 6:23 PM EDT2012-06-28 22:23:47 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President & General Manager Taking the keys away from your mom and dad is tough. But at a certain time, it has to happen. Some older drivers know when to stop driving, othersMore >>
Taking the keys away from your mom and dad is tough. But at a certain time, it has to happen.More >>
Tuesday, June 26 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-06-26 21:50:50 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager In the past THREE years federal spending has INCREASED $600 billion. Our nation's TOTAL federal spending 50 years ago was $700 billion. TheMore >>
In the past THREE years federal spending has INCREASED $600 billion. Our nation's TOTAL federal spending 50 years ago was $700 billion.More >>
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Budgets are tight everywhere. Saving an estimated $25 million a year for Louisville's budget and saving money personallyMore >>
Budgets are tight everywhere. Saving an estimated $25 million a year for Louisville's budget and saving money personally by paying less on your water bill is a double win.More >>
Tuesday, June 19 2012 6:05 PM EDT2012-06-19 22:05:25 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager You were the star of the show this year for Kentucky Derby Festival – the Commonwealth's largest annual event and among the best festivals inMore >>
You were the star of the show this year for Kentucky Derby Festival – the Commonwealth's largest annual event and among the best festivals in the world.More >>
Friday, June 15 2012 2:29 PM EDT2012-06-15 18:29:26 GMT
By Erin Frazier, M.D. Each year in Kentucky, between 30 and 40 children die from child abuse and neglect, ranking our state among the worst in the nation. Indiana has had similar challenges in recentMore >>
Each year in Kentucky, between 30 and 40 children die from child abuse and neglect, ranking our state among the worst in the nation.More >>
Tuesday, June 12 2012 5:44 PM EDT2012-06-12 21:44:53 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Our "Assessing Standards" editorial brought this response from Mandy: "Yes, our students will be competing more and more with those from otherMore >>
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Thursday, June 7 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-06-07 21:50:51 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager If Louisville is to become a city of lifelong learning all of our young people need to have the opportunity to excel. The Project One organizationMore >>
If Louisville is to become a city of lifelong learning all of our young people need to have the opportunity to excel.More >>
Tuesday, June 5 2012 5:48 PM EDT2012-06-05 21:48:46 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Automobile crashes are the leading cause of death for teenagers in the United States. The period between Memorial Day and Labor Day is the absoluteMore >>
Automobile crashes are the leading cause of death for teenagers in the United States. The period between Memorial Day and Labor Day is the absolute deadliest for teen drivers. More >>
Thursday, May 31 2012 5:48 PM EDT2012-05-31 21:48:18 GMT
By Fred Huggins save42.org Metro Government is still considering the controversial Brownsboro Road Lane Reduction project; or as Councilwoman Tina Ward-Pugh calls it, the Sidewalk and Pedestrian SafetyMore >>
Metro Government is still considering the controversial Brownsboro Road Lane Reduction project; or as Councilwoman Tina Ward-Pugh calls it, the Sidewalk and Pedestrian Safety Project.More >>
Tuesday, May 29 2012 5:45 PM EDT2012-05-29 21:45:25 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Who has given us freedom of religion, freedom of speech, freedom to assemble? Who has given us the right to vote and right to a fair trial? ItMore >>
Who has given us freedom of religion, freedom of speech, freedom to assemble? Who has given us the right to vote and right to a fair trial?More >>
Thursday, May 24 2012 5:45 PM EDT2012-05-24 21:45:54 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Kentucky led the nation three years ago in being the first to adopt new common core standards for public schools. This gives both teachers andMore >>
Kentucky led the nation three years ago in being the first to adopt new common core standards for public schools. More >>
Tuesday, May 22 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-05-22 21:50:44 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Reopening the Parkland Boys and Girls Club is one step in taking back the neighborhood in West Louisville. Children need and parents want aMore >>
Reopening the Parkland Boys and Girls Club is one step in taking back the neighborhood in West Louisville.More >>
Thursday, May 17 2012 6:12 PM EDT2012-05-17 22:12:49 GMT
By Dr. Bill Smithwick, President/CEO Sunrise Children's Services How many times have you watched the evening news only to be heartbroken by a story about a young victim of child abuse or neglect.More >>
How many times have you watched the evening news only to be heartbroken by a story about a young victim of child abuse or neglect?More >>
Thursday, May 10 2012 5:45 PM EDT2012-05-10 21:45:51 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager One of every two Americans will be overweight or obese in less than 20 years. The excess weight will affect more than our bodies. It will hitMore >>
One of every two Americans will be overweight or obese in less than 20 years. The excess weight will affect more than our bodies.More >>
Tuesday, May 8 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-05-08 21:50:36 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager Every day should be Mother's Day. Mom's certainly keep us grounded, focused, directed. If we had more Mom's in Kentucky's legislature, imagineMore >>
Thursday, May 3 2012 6:20 AM EDT2012-05-03 10:20:33 GMT
By Ken Selvaggi WAVE 3 Vice President and General Manager It was just before Derby ten years ago that Hyundai selected Montgomery, Alabama over Louisville for its billion dollar plant that now employsMore >>
It was just before Derby ten years ago that Hyundai selected Montgomery, Alabama over Louisville for its billion dollar plant that now employs over 3,000 people and is responsible for a third of this country's Sonata and Elantra sales.More >>
Tuesday, April 24 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-04-24 21:50:39 GMT
It takes courage to be a public official. However, the term courage should be reexamined before it is applied to many working in our state's legislature. More >>
It takes courage to be a public official. However, the term courage should be reexamined before it is applied to many working in our state's legislature. More >>
Thursday, March 29 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-03-29 21:50:54 GMT
Jefferson County Public Schools can become one of the top urban school districts in America. That‘s the assessment of an independent team of 25 expert auditors who have spent nearly nine months evaluating the school system's curriculum and organization.More >>
Thursday, March 22 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-03-22 21:50:43 GMT
Louisville may be the country's manliest place, most compassionate place, and most delectable place to eat according to various reputable outlets, but growing as a manufacturing place will be key to sustainable growth as a community.More >>
Tuesday, March 20 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-03-20 21:50:31 GMT
Construction workers will be plenty busy the next few years if the House of Representatives follows the lead of the Senate and passes a transportation bill.More >>
March 15, 2012 05:50 PM EDT2012-03-19 19:16:51 GMT
The United Way drive in a community speaks volumes about the giving nature of a community. The 2011 Metro United Way drive showcased once again the charitable nature of our neighbors. An impressive 80,000 people donated to the campaign, and coupled with more than 500 businesses who contributed, the drive totaled $27.8 million, $300,000 more than the 2011 campaign.More >>
March 06, 2012 05:50 PM EST2012-03-19 18:53:59 GMT
Louisville escaped the eye of the storm last week – barely. Tornados barreling toward the city took a different path and friends, family and neighbors in nearby communities in Southern Indiana and Central and Eastern Kentucky took the pummeling.More >>
Tuesday, February 28 2012 11:34 PM EST2012-02-29 04:34:37 GMT
It is disheartening when we are forced to do things for the common good that shouldn't have to be done – like heightened airport security measures, and now, getting a prescription for certain medications that contain pseudoephedrine to fight a cold or allergies, instead of buying it over-the-counter. More >>
Thursday, February 23 2012 5:51 PM EST2012-02-23 22:51:04 GMT
The greatest problem in the world today is lack of access to safe water. A child dies every twenty seconds due to unsafe drinking water and poor sanitation and hygiene, according to UNICEF. It is a real crisis, affecting nearly 900 million people, according to the United Nations. More than 80% of all illness in the world is due to waterborne disease. More people die of it than cancer.More >>
Tuesday, February 7 2012 6:13 PM EST2012-02-07 23:13:44 GMT
There's been a lot of discussion lately about public charter schools. And there should be. Kentucky is one of only 9 states still prohibiting this innovative form of education.More >>
Thursday, January 26 2012 5:50 PM EST2012-01-26 22:50:55 GMT
Left unsaid among the tax talk during the President's State of the Union address this week was the archaic way we pay for our transportation network in this country.More >>
