Good morning, Kentucky. Here's what you need to know today.

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The middle of the week will be very warm with afternoon highs in the middle to upper 80s. It will also be a little more humid as well, making it feel hotter. A few spotty showers or downpours will be possible during the afternoon, but most of you will remain dry.

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Around Kentucky

1. Accused shooter pleads not guilty to murder charge in deputy's death

Tuesday morning, Steven Sheangshang appeared virtually in a Scott County courtroom for his arraignment on murder charges for his alleged shooting of Conley. Sheangshang pleaded not guilty to all five charges, including murder of a police officer.

2. H-L: Infection, collapsed lungs cited among safety concerns in Central Kentucky hospitals

Leapfrog watchdog recently ranked Central Kentucky area hospitals on safety metrics: grades on infection, falls & handwashing since COVID.

3. Several groups rally to address eviction prevention need in Kentucky

Advocates in Louisville called on Metro Council to add $16 million to the upcoming budget to fund eviction prevention programs in the city.

Around the Nation & the World

1. DeSantis takes stand against 'elites' in Iowa presidential campaign kickoff

2. Debt limit bill clears key House hurdle as GOP looks to boost support

3. CDC: Sick workers tied to 40% of restaurant food poisoning outbreaks

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A new initiative to encourage more volunteerism and donations to a local food bank is underway. Dare to Care Food Bank and a Louisville family formed a partnership to shine a light on the topics of food insecurity. Learn how the organization is working to combat food insecurity across the city.

Jack Banbury, center, bags oranges for children and families with Dare to Care Food Bank volunteers and staff. (Spectrum News 1/Diamond Palmer)