Opinion

A review of rules for bicyclists, drivers is in order

With the recent "bicycle week" and new rules for automobile drivers and bicyclists in place, a reminder to bicycle riders that there are a...

More truths on TV

Legendary broadcaster Walter Cronkite once characterized the role of journalism by saying, "Our job is only to hold up the mirror -- to tell...

Angelina Jolie's act will save women's lives

Four days after her April 27 breast reconstruction, the third and final surgery aimed at sparing her an early death from breast cancer,...

One man's pride in himself is inspiring

I am writing this in response to David Whiteman's May 11 letter. He complains about the great deal of media coverage received by Jason...

A jubilee for Father Ted

This community's heartfelt appreciation and best wishes are with the Rev. Theodore M. Hesburgh this year as he celebrates the 70th...

Shrink resistant

Think back -- back before we knew that the IRS was unacceptably targeting right-wing groups for scrutiny or that the Department of Justice...

Tornadoes sound like eerie silence -- then evil

Does a killer tornado really sound like a freight train?

Time to take a critical look at ISTEP

For many of us, there is a sad air of inevitability about the computer problems that caused the recent suspension of implementation of the...

A review of rules for bicyclists, drivers is in order

With the recent "bicycle week" and new rules for automobile drivers and bicyclists in place, a reminder to bicycle riders that there are a...

One man's pride in himself is inspiring

I am writing this in response to David Whiteman's May 11 letter. He complains about the great deal of media coverage received by Jason...

Tribune series had a therapeutic effect

I thank Heidi Prescott for her series "Gone too soon" in The Tribune. I experienced a miscarriage in 1971 and I didn't have the moral...

Shake off your apathy, take a stand

I can no longer remain in one of the fastest growing groups in America, Apathy Anonymous.

Rebuild South Bend from the inside out

The approach to revitalization of the city of South Bend neighborhoods that the mayor and his committee purposed is nothing more than a...

Communication could stop a con

The South Bend piece of the Ray Holycross case has now come to an end with a guilty plea and sentencing to 18 months in jail and to pay...

A move toward sustainability

I think Our Opinion missed the obvious solution when rethinking Michigan's beverage container program ("Bottle bill's suggested twist,"...

Priority: Keep children safe

I am writing in response to the May 2 letter to the editor from Elaine R. Gray of Niles. For the record, the Berrien Regional Education...

Open to ideas

In the May 2 Tribune, an editorial titled "Let's talk about communicating" appeared. While we recognize that good decision-making should...

A jubilee for Father Ted

This community's heartfelt appreciation and best wishes are with the Rev. Theodore M. Hesburgh this year as he celebrates the 70th...

Careful for this sign of the times

For some area drivers, a few new challenges may seem to turn the daily commute into an obstacle course.

Cramer finishes another chapter at Bethel College

Shortly before Steven R. Cramer enrolled as a Bethel College student he suffered a serious neck injury in a diving accident that landed...

Positive force of teaching

Every year at this time, the announcement of "Teacher of the Year" winners shines a spotlight on local educators who bring something special...

Congressional women target military assault

A bipartisan group of women serving on the Senate and House Armed Services committees, including Indiana's 2nd District Rep. Jackie...

How many more chances for Palisades?

Those of us within the 50-mile safety zone of Palisades Nuclear Plant on Lake Michigan near Covert appreciate Fred Upton's powerful voice...

Time to take a critical look at ISTEP

For many of us, there is a sad air of inevitability about the computer problems that caused the recent suspension of implementation of the...

Justice lacking in immigration system

The Jewish story is one of migration. Our American Jewish story is one of receiving safe refuge on this nation's shores. From our seminal...

Obama administration needs to change the conversation

By WILLIAM P. HOJNACKI

For those who serve

As a member of the House Armed Services Committee, a recent visit to Afghanistan and Bahrain confirmed my deep appreciation for service...

Indiana GOP must quit stalling on ACA

As a state lawmaker, I have spent the better part of my 30-plus years in the Indiana General Assembly trying to find a way to provide...

Republicans failed Indiana's middle class

Last year, the people of Indiana entrusted the Republican Party with some of their most precious possessions.

Shrink resistant

Think back -- back before we knew that the IRS was unacceptably targeting right-wing groups for scrutiny or that the Department of Justice...

Getting drunken drivers off road

When bundled with a host of other suggestions aimed at curbing drunken driving, the National Transportation Safety Board's proposal that...

Preparing grads

Graduation from high school can be a hollow achievement for those who haven't truly mastered the skills and subject matter to prepare...

The death of Baby Jeremiah

We wish we didn't have to write this editorial, again.

Here's what happens when Indy dreams big

It took 12 years to go eight miles, but don't underestimate just how far Indianapolis has come while dreaming about, building and completing...

Greenhouse gas

On May 9, for the first time in millions of years, the level of carbon dioxide in the Earth's atmosphere reached above 400 parts per...