Kentucky News
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Kentucky faces severe thunderstorms and flash flood warnings across the eastern region, particularly in areas still recovering from last year’s historic flooding. Meanwhile, Louisville celebrates record-breaking tourism numbers, with Churchill Downs and the Bourbon Trail driving economic growth.
Political News
Governor Andy Beshear signed a bipartisan infrastructure bill allocating $500 million to repair aging bridges and roads, with a focus on Appalachia. A controversial bill restricting gender-affirming care for minors is headed to the state Supreme Court after a lower court blocked its enforcement.
Election News
The race for Kentucky’s 6th Congressional District is heating up, with incumbent Rep. Andy Barr (R) facing a strong challenge from Democrat Geoff Young in a rematch of their 2022 contest. Ballot initiatives on cannabis legalization and expanded gambling are gaining momentum ahead of November.
Legal News
The Kentucky Supreme Court upheld the state’s near-total abortion ban, rejecting arguments for medical exceptions. In Louisville, a judge dismissed a lawsuit challenging the city’s police reform measures, allowing the changes to remain in effect.
Entertainment News
The Forecastle Festival in Louisville announces its 2024 lineup, featuring rs Tyler Childers and The Killers. Lexington’s Kentucky Theatre prepares to host a special screening of Elizabethtown with director Cameron Crowe in attendance.
Town
Kentucky Wildcats basketball lands the nation’s top recruiting class as Coach Mark Calipari reloads for another championship run. The Louisville Bats (Triple-A baseball) are drawing sellout crowds to Slugger Field amid a playoff push.
Forecast
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Today: 88°F, thunderstorms (east), humid
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Tuesday: 85°F, scattered showers
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Wednesday: 87°F, partly cloudy
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Thursday: 90°F, heat advisory (west)
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Friday: 89°F, isolated storms
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Saturday: 86°F, breezy
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Sunday: 84°F, sunny
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From bourbon to bluegrass, politics to town, Kentucky continues to make news across the Bluegrass State. Stay tuned for the latest developments from the mountains to the Ohio River.
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