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
Expect another warm and muggy night across Kentucky. An isolated storm is possible, but most should stay rather quiet.
Tomorrow's Forecast
On Saturday, scattered showers and a few storms are possible in the morning. Later in the evening and Saturday night, another round of storms is possible. This one could be a bit on the stronger side. Regardless, it will be hot and humid once again.
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Today's Big Stories
1. Louisville officer shot at Old National Bank discharged from hospital after remarkable recovery
Nickolas Wilt received an emotional send-off at the Frazier Rehabilitation Center as he headed home for the first time in over three and a half months.
2. McConnell says he plans to serve his full term as leader despite health questions
GOP senators who are seen as potential successors have been cautious in their approach to questions.
3. H-L: Ky. Dems predict challenge to Senate replacement law amid focus on McConnell’s health
When asked about what Beshear might do should a vacancy occur, McConnell’s office referred to his comment to reporters after the incident that he was “fine.”
4. Trump accused of asking staffer to delete camera footage in classified documents case
Such footage has long been central to the investigation because, according to prosecutors, it showed Trump valet Nauta moving boxes of documents in and out of a storage room — including such action one day before a visit by FBI and Justice Department officials.
5. Mega Millions jackpot is now $910 million after months without a big winner
The jackpot is now the eighth-largest ever in the U.S. It comes a little over a week after someone in Los Angeles won a $1.08 billion Powerball prize that ranked as the sixth-largest in U.S. history.
Your Notes for the Weekend
- Louisville City hosts Indy Eleven at Lynn Family Stadium in hopes of setting attendance record (Saturday)
- Princess for a Day at the Kentucky Castle (Sunday)
- Summer Beer Fest at the Frazier History Museum (Saturday)
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