Good morning, Kentucky. Here's what you need to know today.
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Once the cold front passes, expect drier air. This morning starts off with areas of patchy fog and temps in the 60s. The day will be warm, but not muggy, with highs in the 80s. A few areas will reach the 90s, mainly in our densely populated cities. We’ll have plenty of sunshine with a stray shower possible in the most southeastern parts of the state.
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Around Kentucky
1. Kentucky mom urges Congress to protect Medicaid amid bill debate
Hannah Sachs said she considers Medicaid a blessing for her family. Her son Liam was born with encephalocele, a rare birth defect in which the skull doesn’t fully close.
2. Elon Musk pledges to support campaign of Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie
In a post expressing thanks for Musk’s financial help, Massie wrote that his reelection is a “referendum on whether members of Congress can think and act independently based on what’s best for the country, or whether all members of Congress must be reduced to rubber stamps for their respective political parties and swampy special interests.”
3. Indiana cigarette tax hike drives customers to Kentucky
The tax hike, aimed at addressing Indiana’s $2 billion budget shortfall, has sparked debate over its economic and health effects, while Kentucky retailers capitalize on their state’s lower $1.10 per pack tax.
Around the Nation & the World
1. Trump says Israel has agreed on terms for a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza and urges Hamas to accept deal
2. U.S. won't send some weapons pledged to Ukraine following Pentagon review of military assistance
3. Jury reaches verdict on 4 of 5 counts in 'Diddy' trial, judge indicates they'll keep deliberating
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Bluegrass Buzz
Kentucky Kingdom and Newport Aquarium are teaming up and Kentucky Kingdom season passholders will get 50% off general admission to the aquarium. According to its website, 1-day general admission for the aquarium is normally $25.99-40.99. Season passholders can get their discount by showing a valid Kentucky Kingdom gold or diamond season pass at the aquarium ticket window. Tickets can also be bought online in advance using the promo code KYKING at the official offer page.
