Derek Parham
Reporter and Host, All Things ConsideredDerek joined WKU Public Radio as a reporter and local host of All Things Considered in January, 2025. Originally a central Illinois native, he graduated from Otterbein University in Westerville, OH in 2020 with a Bachelor's degree in journalism and media communication. He enjoyed two years in Portland, OR before making the move to southern Kentucky. Prior to joining WKU Public Radio, Derek worked as a multimedia journalist at WBKO TV.
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More than a dozen Kentucky cities will participate in nationwide protests Saturday against President Donald Trump’s massive military parade. The nationwide "No Kings" protests coincide with the military parade in Washington D.C. to celebrate the Army’s 250th anniversary, which falls on President Trump’s birthday. -
A TVA executive confirmed that the utility plans to extend the lifespan of at least two coal plants by at least five years. -
Roughly 70 international students were on track to come to WKU in the fall. Many are now in a state of limbo. -
The nation's first next-generation nuclear reactor is on track to make its home in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. -
Late Saturday afternoon, Governor Andy Beshear said the official death toll in Pulaski County remained at one. -
The Bowling Green visitors bureau will build their new headquarters near exit 26 on I-65. -
The Gatton Academy of Mathematics and Science celebrated the second largest financial gift in the academy's history. -
FEMA has denied assistance to eight Kentucky counties affected by flooding in February. Gov. Andy Beshear says he's planning to appeal the decision. -
A southern Kentucky family is working to shift national conversations around the benefits of a native lawn. -
An upcoming documentary, Willie + Pigs, explores the themes of grief and joy as Willie Huston leans on his heritage hogs for his regenerative farming journey.
