Good evening, Kentucky. We're wrapping up the day for you with the most important stories you need to know and your weather outlook.
Your Weather Planner
After a cool afternoon, you’ll appreciate the jacket if you’ll be out this evening. Temperatures will drop through the 50s and into the 40s fairly quickly. Overnight, frost is likely for areas east of I-65.
Tomorrow's Forecast
Seeing a sunset may be hard to come by this evening as clouds will be sticking around with us. However, the good news is that we will be dry and not nearly as chilly as we’ve been the last several nights. You’ll want the rain gear or to make indoor plans on Saturday. Rain arrives in the Commonwealth in the morning and we’re staying very cool once again.
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Today's Big Stories
1. Potential new tobacco regulations could hit Kentucky farmers
The Wall Street Journal reports the Biden Administration and the FDA are considering lowering the amount of nicotine in cigarettes to a level that is no longer addictive, and banning menthol cigarettes entirely. “You can imagine that tobacco producers have been hit by a lot of issues the last few decades and it’s just like, here comes another one,” said Will Snell, an agriculture economist with the University of Kentucky.
2. Eyeing a national championship: Kentucky takes on Texas in volleyball final
The University of Kentucky volleyball team will play for its first ever national championship Saturday night. The team will be going up the Big 12 champion, Texas Longhorns.
3. . Derby week can be triggering for people recovering from addiction
Many prepare for the Kentucky Derby by getting their outfits and party plans in order. While exciting for many, this week packed full of celebrations can be triggering for people recovering from addiction. Keith Farah knows that feeling firsthand, as he has his own recovery story. It’s why he feels so connected to all the people he aims to help.
4. Caitlyn Jenner files paperwork to run for Governor of California: 'I'm in!'
Former Olympic gold medalist and reality television star Caitlyn Jenner has filed initial paperwork to run for California governor and has launched a campaign website in a bid to unseat Gov. Gavin Newsom in a recall election.
Your Notes for the Weekend
- Inaugural Colonel Sanders Festival in Corbin, Kentucky - Saturday
- UofL Health having a vaccine clinic for those 16 and older at Central High School in Louisville - Saturday
- Peace march in Lexington at 2 p.m.
#OneKentucky
We like to share pictures from our viewers, but today our anchor, Lachlan McLean shared this beautiful sunrise and we thought it needed to be shared with everyone. Post your videos, photos, or notes using #OneKentucky on your favorite social media account. We will share your uplifting and positive pictures each day on Spectrum News 1.
